Download or read book Christmas Rekindled written by Sadira Stone and published by Sadira Stone. This book was released on 2020-10-05 with total page 345 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When two Scrooges collide under the mistletoe, their kiss blazes too hot to handle. Stuck with her cranky, injured dad over the holidays, all Charlie wants for Christmas is a break. A temporary job at Bangers Tavern is the perfect way to let off steam and escape Dad’s criticism. But why does the hunky bartender hate her on sight? River’s holiday wish: avoid his matchmaking mother, ride out his grief, and flee the holiday fuss. Bangers Tavern is his refuge until sassy, snarky Charlie sashays in, just as smoking hot as when they first met. And she doesn’t even remember him. Ouch. A fake date or two should get their interfering families off their backs. No big deal, right? But shared holiday celebrations stir up messy feelings and irresistible desire. When greedy developers come gunning for the bar they both love, River and Charlie must team up to save it. Come to Bangers Tavern for an enemies to lovers tale of reconciliation, found family, holiday shenanigans, and the steamiest Christmas miracle ever.

Download or read book Fountain Creek Chronicles written by Tamera Alexander and published by Bethany House. This book was released on 2009-09 with total page 699 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents three stories set in the Colorado territory, including "Rekindled," in which Larson Jennings, returning home after being badly burned and left for dead, discovers that his wife, Kathryn, is on the verge of losing their ranch, and is determined to save it at any cost.

Download or read book Christmas at the Rekindle Inn written by Lori Waters and published by The Wild Rose Press Inc. This book was released on 2015-12-07 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mary Walker has a habit of giving in when it comes to her mother, but this time her mom went too far. At first glance, the gift seems innocent. Seven days at a lovely Vermont inn in mid-December is Mary’s idea of the perfect Christmas present—that is until she discovers her traveling companion’s identity. The Rekindle Inn is the last place J.T. Walker wants to spend his Christmas vacation, much less in the company with the woman who’d recently ripped his heart to shreds. A challenge of wills, and the need to show Mary he no longer cares, has him on the plane to Santaville faster than the time it takes to unwrap a candy cane. The Rekindle Inn specializes in mending relationships, but when the Walkers check in, it will take more than a little Christmas magic to bring these two broken hearts back together. More like a Christmas miracle.

Download or read book A Mom for Christmas written by Lorraine Beatty and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2016-11-01 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Christmas Reunion Noah Carlisle is surprised to see first love Beth Montgomery back in Dover. Beth left their small Mississippi town—and him—years ago for a ballet career. Now the only female in Noah's life is his daughter, and he won't risk their future for a temporary reunion with Beth. Home to rehab her knee, Beth counts the days to resume her career—until she sees her long-ago beau. Celebrating Christmas with the handsome man and his adorable child, Beth wonders if the dreams worth chasing were always right in her own backyard. Can she stay and be Noah's second chance and his daughter's Christmas wish—a gift-wrapped mom under the tree?

Download or read book The One You Can t Keep written by Sadira Stone and published by Sadira Stone. This book was released on 2024-10-03 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It started as a holiday fling. Will it end in heartbreak? Klara After a heart-smashing divorce, a fresh start on an Army base in Germany is exactly what I need. No more whispers behind my back. No more pitying glances. My new teaching job is my refuge, until… Logan, a hunky single-soldier dad struggling to help his defiant son. From that first meeting, our attraction sizzles. But a forbidden fling with my student’s father could destroy my career and crush my heart. Logan Military life almost cost me my son. After a bitter split, one yearly visit is all we’re allowed—until Cody lands on my far-flung doorstep. I’m determined to give him the stability he’s never had, despite his belligerent teenage attitude. My hunger for his hot, compassionate teacher is a secret I’ve got to keep undercover. But I’m a soldier, not a saint. And Cody’s not a fool. The clock on our Christmas romance is ticking, and neither of us is ready for goodbye. Come to Kittburg, Germany for a heart-warming love story with found family, second chances, and a Christmas to remember!

Download or read book Christmas Stories written by ngencoband and published by ngencoband. This book was released on 2023-12-18 with total page 31 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into the magic of the holiday season with "Enchanting Yuletide Tales," a delightful e-book collection of heartwarming Christmas stories that promise to transport readers to a world of festive wonder. This carefully curated compilation captures the essence of Christmas with tales that blend tradition, enchantment, and the true spirit of giving. Key Features: Diverse Stories for All Ages: From timeless classics to contemporary tales, our collection caters to readers of all ages. Whether you're sharing stories with family by the fireplace or seeking a moment of personal reflection, each narrative promises to captivate and inspire. Magical Worlds Unveiled: Explore fantastical realms, where snowflakes whisper secrets, and ordinary moments transform into extraordinary adventures. Our stories paint vivid pictures of holiday enchantment, transporting readers to the heart of festive landscapes. Themes of Love and Togetherness: Celebrate the joy of togetherness and the warmth of love as our stories unfold heartfelt moments. Whether it's a journey to rediscover the true meaning of Christmas or the magic of shared traditions, these narratives emphasize the importance of connection. Perfect Gift for the Season: Spread the joy of the season by gifting "Enchanting Yuletide Tales." The e-book format allows for easy sharing, making it an ideal present for friends, family, or colleagues looking to add a touch of magic to their holiday reading. Accessible Anywhere, Anytime: Carry the spirit of Christmas with you wherever you go. The e-book format ensures that these enchanting tales are readily available on your preferred device, providing a cozy escape during the festive season. Add a touch of magic to your holiday reading with "Enchanting Yuletide Tales." Immerse yourself in the timeless charm of Christmas stories that remind us of the beauty found in the season's traditions, the joy of giving, and the warmth of shared moments. Get ready to create cherished memories with this heartwarming collection that celebrates the most wonderful time of the year.

Download or read book Christmas in America written by Penne L. Restad and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 1996-12-05 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The manger or Macy's? Americans might well wonder which is the real shrine of Christmas, as they take part each year in a mix of churchgoing, shopping, and family togetherness. But the history of Christmas cannot be summed up so easily as the commercialization of a sacred day. As Penne Restad reveals in this marvelous new book, it has always been an ambiguous meld of sacred thoughts and worldly actions-- as well as a fascinating reflection of our changing society. In Christmas in America, Restad brilliantly captures the rise and transformation of our most universal national holiday. In colonial times, it was celebrated either as an utterly solemn or a wildly social event--if it was celebrated at all. Virginians hunted, danced, and feasted. City dwellers flooded the streets in raucous demonstrations. Puritan New Englanders denounced the whole affair. Restad shows that as times changed, Christmas changed--and grew in popularity. In the early 1800s, New York served as an epicenter of the newly emerging holiday, drawing on its roots as a Dutch colony (St. Nicholas was particularly popular in the Netherlands, even after the Reformation), and aided by such men as Washington Irving. In 1822, another New Yorker named Clement Clarke Moore penned a poem now known as "'Twas the Night Before Christmas," virtually inventing the modern Santa Claus. Well-to-do townspeople displayed a German novelty, the decorated fir tree, in their parlors; an enterprising printer discovered the money to be made from Christmas cards; and a hodgepodge of year-end celebrations began to coalesce around December 25 and the figure of Santa. The homecoming significance of the holiday increased with the Civil War, and by the end of the nineteenth century a full- fledged national holiday had materialized, forged out of borrowed and invented custom alike, and driven by a passion for gift-giving. In the twentieth century, Christmas seeped into every niche of our conscious and unconscious lives to become a festival of epic proportions. Indeed, Restad carries the story through to our own time, unwrapping the messages hidden inside countless movies, books, and television shows, revealing the inescapable presence--and ambiguous meaning--of Christmas in contemporary culture. Filled with colorful detail and shining insight, Christmas in America reveals not only much about the emergence of the holiday, but also what our celebrations tell us about ourselves. From drunken revelry along colonial curbstones to family rituals around the tree, from Thomas Nast drawing the semiofficial portrait of St. Nick to the making of the film Home Alone, Restad's sparkling account offers much to amuse and ponder.

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Download or read book The Billionaire s Christmas Castle written by Sadira Stone and published by Sadira Stone. This book was released on 2023-10-12 with total page 507 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: His billions can’t buy what he craves most—her love. Battling between his career and his conscience, tech investor Michael Garwood escapes the holiday madness and flees to Trappers Cove, the kitschy Washington State beach town he loved as a child. All he needs is an ocean view, a crackling hearth, and a little solitude to figure out his existential crisis. Is that too much to ask? After too many painful snubs, Annie Scott loathes snooty rich people, not that she encounters many in her beachside antiques shop—until Michael walks through her door. When the gorgeous grump bares his human side, Annie decides that sharing small-town holiday fun is the perfect distraction from her lonely Christmas blues. When Michael’s deluxe accommodations flood, Annie persuades him to rent a quirky clifftop castle and host a Christmas party for the whole damn town. Can a frustrated tycoon and a fiercely independent entrepreneur cross an ocean of differences to forge a love that lasts past the holidays? Come to Trappers Cove for a holiday billionaire romance that’ll steam up your windows and warm your heart!

Download or read book Rekindled Fountain Creek Chronicles Book 1 written by Tamera Alexander and published by Bethany House. This book was released on 2006-03-01 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Gripping Story of Love, Loss, and Second Chances When her husband disappears into a mountain snowstorm one morning, Kathryn Jennings is flung into the world of ranching, banking, and business. Penniless and pregnant, Kathryn is determined to keep her land as a legacy for her child. The man who offers her a job seems to have an awful lot of secrets, but she is desperate. Most disconcerting of all is the uncanny familiarity she feels toward the badly scarred ranch hand who works in the dark shadows of the horse stables.

Download or read book All I Want For Christmas Friends to Lovers Holiday Romance written by Sylvia McDaniel and published by Virtual Bookseller, LLC. This book was released on 2023-12-19 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enjoy this Friends to Lovers Christmas book by USA Today Bestselling western author Sylvia McDaniel In the Honeymoon Suite of Life, Love Has Other Plans Dr. Noel Baker and Dr. Hannah Young share a deep, unshakable friendship bound by their love for medicine. But the unspoken attraction between them remains a line they're hesitant to cross. Noel carries the scars of his adoptive parents' professional rivalry that destroyed their personal lives. He's determined not to repeat their mistakes, especially with Hannah, who's become an essential part of his world. Their lives take an unexpected turn when Noel embarks on a journey to meet his birth mother in Whitefish. He proposes that Hannah pretends to be his partner to protect their friendship. But Hannah craves more than a mere charade. As they land in Missoula, an unforeseen blizzard traps them in a hotel's honeymoon suite, forcing them into four days of close quarters. Insta-love sparks, the promise of a new family beckons, and the line between a fake and real relationship blurs, challenging Noel and Hannah to confront their deepest desires and fears. The storm raging outside is nothing compared to the emotions igniting within.Can their friendship survive when a fake relationship turns real?

Download or read book Rekindling Christmas written by Rebekah R. Ganiere and published by . This book was released on 2019-12-16 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Christmas Holiday Novel

Download or read book Cupid s Silver Spark written by Sadira Stone and published by Sadira Stone. This book was released on 2022-08-14 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Will Cupid’s misfire cost her everything? Still stinging from a breakup, Carla Portofino wants nothing to do with Valentine’s Day. When her bestie drags her to Bangers Tavern’s Anti-Valentine’s Bash, Cupid gifts her a swoonworthy silver fox. Maybe a no-strings fling is the remedy for her tattered heart? He seems perfect, until a greedy real estate development scheme tangles them in more string than either can handle. All Jeremy Franklin wants on Valentine’s Day is to escape the lovey-dovey hype. But his pushy friend insists on cheering him up with a trip to Bangers Tavern, where Jeremy meets Carla, a woman so enticing he simply must pursue her. Trouble is, his real estate firm has the hots for her building, and he’s not sure he can save her shop from their greedy grasp. To keep her business, Carla must dare the hardest hurdle of all—trust the enemy. Will her silver fox prove a predator, or will Cupid’s arrow strike true?

Download or read book Earnest written by Kristin von Kreisler and published by Kensington Books. This book was released on 2016-02-01 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A friendly rescue dog saves a couple from heartbreak as they navigate troubling times in this novel by the bestselling author of An Unexpected Grace. Earnest. It’s the perfect name for a sweet, eager-to-please yellow Labrador retriever. Anna and her boyfriend Jeff fall for him the minute they see those guileless eyes gazing up from behind his gate at Seattle’s Best Friends Shelter. In no time at all, they’re a pack of three, with Earnest happily romping in their condo on Gamble Island. During the day, Earnest keeps Anna company in her flower shop, located in a historic gingerbread Victorian on the island’s main street. Anna hopes to buy and restore the house, once owned by her beloved grandmother. But when that dream is threatened by Jeff’s actions, Anna’s trust is shattered. For so long, the house has encompassed all her ideals of security, home, and family. Yet Earnest’s devotion to his two people, and theirs to him, make it impossible for them to walk away from each other. And when a crisis hits, it’s Earnest—honest, stubborn, and uncannily wise—who will help Anna reconcile her past and embrace what the future can bring . . . Praise for Earnest “Be prepared to fall in love with Earnest, a yellow Labrador retriever adopted from a shelter who teaches his humans a thing or two about resilience, loyalty, and forgiveness. Von Kreisler goes beyond depicting Earnest as a catalyst and instead deftly portrays him as an actual character with a point of view and feelings. A truly charming story sure to please dog lovers everywhere.” —Amy Hill Hearth, New York Times–bestsellingauthor of Miss Dreamsville and the Lost Heiress of Collier County and Having Our Say “If you’ve ever wondered whether animals were smarter than humans, Kristin Von Kreisler’s Earne

Download or read book Out of the Box a Memoir of an Adoptee written by Patricia Bauer Collins RN and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2021-11-16 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After years of childhood curiosity, a woman adopted as an infant decides to find her birth mother. It took her years to finally decide to hire a “Search Angel.” She got her call only three days later—but she found out that her birth parents had already passed on. However, her birth mother’s husband was a joyful fount of information and treated her like his own lost daughter. In Out of the Box: A Memoir of an Adoptee, author Patricia Bauer Collins shares her journey to discover her birth parents, as she faces new challenges yet undergoes a great deal of emotional growth. Patricia shares actual letters between her birth mother, Shirley, and Shirley’s mother and grandmother regarding “Shirley’s problem” when she was just twelve years old. Patricia also tells the story of how she was able to connect with her half-siblings and other relatives—something more exciting than she had ever imagined—even traveling to her Spanish ancestors’ 1842 family adobe outside Santa Barbara. For Patricia, connecting with her origins and with her past made her realize that her ancestors were far more important to her than she had thought. Not only did she discover more about her history and the talents and skills she shared with them; she also discovered more about herself, being rewarded along the way with an astounding epiphany of connection.

Download or read book Rekindle Me written by Muhammad Ishaq and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2018-06-21 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rekindle Me is a novel set far in the future, in a world where holovisions, augreals, artificial intelligence, self-driven cars, interplanetary travel and interstellar communication, and other notable technological developments are all part of a normal day. The protagonist, Tommy Russell, experiences a near-constant state of anxiety as his devoutly Christian beliefs are challenged by a society with declining morals, excess materialism, and an unchecked reliance on technology that, in Tommys eyes, belies a complete lack of the ability for mankind to love. While Tommy struggles to find the answer to a key question from his inquisitive young daughter, an ambitious and secretive government program called The Mantle Project is announced, aiming to flip the planets mantle upside down to harvest essential resources like oil and minerals. Despite the risk of failure of the project, the antagonist, Dr. Jonathan Bailey, still forges ahead with the execution of the project. With only a month to its full implementation, massive earthquakes begin to fracture the planet, killing billions and nearly cleaving it into two pieces precariously close to breaking completely apart. With the Earths mantle shattering, gravity growing weaker, and millions evacuating to Yahire, an angel planet in the solar system, Tommy realizes he is in a race against time to save humanity and to fulfill his promise to God. Tommy decides to look for a hermit who can provide him with answers to some vital questions and, most importantly, intercede with God on behalf of humanity, and he is helped along the way by a repentant and remorseful Dr. Jonathan Bailey, who is equally making a last-ditch effort to save the planet. Will Tommy find the hermit, and can he save planet Earth from imminent destruction? Please read on!

Download or read book From a Caterpillar into a Butterfly written by Winnie L.B.Toh and published by Partridge Publishing Singapore. This book was released on 2015-04-07 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Atrue testimony of a non-believer went for a Beauty Pageant Contest with the theme From a Caterpillar to a Butterfly and underwent an amazing metamorphosis, being transformed into a child of God. Out of curiosity, Winnie Toh participated in a nationwide beauty pageant contest. Having shortlisted in the semi-finals, she encountered a Satanic attack and was tormented to the brink of death. Despite trying all sorts of methods to survive, she was inevitably heading towards her own death. At the point of a near-death experience, she received an SMS from a Christian friend, encouraging her to surrender her life to Jesus. Already spiritually dead and with nothing to lose, Winnie mentally surrendered herself to Jesus. Gods miracles began to work: She was delivered from a physical death, and now she is a new creation in Christ, burning with passion to share with everybody the story of her life-transforming journey. Sometimes we can feel we have hit rock-bottom in every aspect of our lives. As much as we may try to work our way out of the holewhether spiritual, financial, or emotionalit seems hopeless. Satan has his grip on us, and he is not inclined to release his grasp. Author Winnie L.B.Toh knows what it is like to suffer at Satans hands. From a Caterpillar into a Butterfly is her testimony of an amazing personal metamorphosis where she ended up finding God. Gods love immediately began to work in her life. She was saved spiritually and physically. If you ever wonder how it feels like going through a metamorphosis, transforming from a caterpillar into a butterfly, read and experience every single part of the story with the Author!