Download or read book How Festive the Ambulance written by Kim Fu and published by Harbour Publishing. This book was released on 2016-05-07 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this debut poetry collection by award-winning author Kim Fu, incantations, mythical creatures and extreme violence illuminate small scenes of domestic life and the banal tragedies of modern love and modern death. A sharp edge of humour slices through Fu's poetry, drawing attention to the distance between contemporary existence and the basic facts of life: “In the classrooms of tomorrow, starved youth will be asked to imagine a culture that kept thin pamphlets of poetry pinned to a metal box full of food, who honoured their gods of plenty by describing ingredients in lush language." Alternating between incisive wit and dark beauty, Fu brings the rich symbolism of fairy tales to bear on our image-obsessed age. From “The Unicorn Princess": “She applies gold spray paint to her horn each morning, / hoping to imitate the brass tusks / on the unicorns skewered to the carousel, / their brittle, painted smiles, harnesses / embedded in their backs and shellacked to high gloss." These poems are utterly of-the-moment, capturing the rage, irony and isolation of the era we live in.
Download or read book Adventures of a Christmas Elf written by Ben Miller and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2023-10-26 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Christmas magic, delivered! Join the festive fun in the third heartwarming instalment of the top-ten bestselling Christmas Elf Chronicles. The perfect Christmas gift, OUT NOW! Father Christmas needs a holiday. He isn't feeling well and someone seems determined to ruin the festivities. It's up to Christmas Elves, Tog and Holly, to find a way to deliver the presents on time and bring the Christmas magic back for everyone. A laugh-out-loud race against time with a heartwarming message of teamwork, and the perfect stocking filler for all the family to enjoy this Christmas. A funny and heartwarming story from the King of Christmas, Ben Miller – the perfect sized gift for all the family! Discover the magic of life as a Christmas Elf in all three laugh-out-loud stories that will take you round the world on Santa’s sleigh, including Diary of a Christmas Elf and Secrets of a Christmas Elf.
Download or read book On Distant Service written by Susan M. Stein and published by U of Nebraska Press. This book was released on 2020-07-01 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On July 18, 1924, a mob in Tehran killed U.S. foreign service officer Robert Whitney Imbrie. His violent death, the first political murder in the history of the service, outraged the American people. Though Imbrie's loss briefly made him a cause célèbre, subsequent events quickly obscured his extraordinary life and career. Susan M. Stein tells the story of a figure steeped in adventure and history. Imbrie rejected a legal career to volunteer as an ambulance driver during World War I and joined the State Department when the United States entered the war. Assigned to Russia, he witnessed the October Revolution, fled ahead of a Bolshevik arrest order, and continued to track communist activity in Turkey even as the country's war of independence unfolded around him. His fateful assignment to Persia led to his death at age forty-one and set off political repercussions that cloud relations between the United States and Iran to this day. Drawing on a wealth of untapped materials, On Distant Service returns readers to an era when dash and diplomacy went hand-in-hand.
Download or read book The Air Raid Girls at Christmas written by Jenny Holmes and published by Random House. This book was released on 2021-09-16 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second book in the Air Raid Girls series - a wonderful new Christmas story of friendship, love and duty in wartime, perfect for fans of Elaine Everest and Rosie Hendry. Don't miss part 3 in the series - The Air Raid Girls: Wartime Brides is available now! --------------------------------------------- November, 1941. Christmas is coming... and despite the blackout, shortages and a constant threat of air raids, the inhabitants of Kelthorpe on the Yorkshire coast are determined that war won't stop them celebrating. The run-up to Christmas sees sisters Connie and Lizzie, and their good friend Pamela, busier than ever. Between their jobs, carol-singing rehearsals with the church choir and night shifts doing their bit as Air Raid Wardens and ambulance drivers, it's all go. But when Connie and Lizzie's dear dad falls ill, their sweethearts Tom and Bill are called up by the Royal Navy for dangerous mine-sweeping duties, and Pamela's sweetheart Fred is targeted by vicious locals, the girls have to believe in miracles to keep soldiering on. Can their dearest wishes come true this Christmas? 'A festive tonic!' Peterborough Telegraph 'An ideal stocking filler for those who enjoy a well-written novel depicting wartime life' Holderness Gazette 'An evocative and nostalgic book about love, family, friendship and fortitude' Culturefly, 6 Uplifting Books to Read over the Festive Season --------------------------------------------- Readers LOVE the Air Raid Girls series: 'There wasn't anything I didn't like about this book' 5 star review 'In all the women at war series of book I have read so far, I think this is the best' 5 star review 'I couldn't put this book down' 5 star review 'Loved the whole story. Hated it coming to an end' 5 star review 'Just the kind of book I like' 5 star review
Download or read book The Cosy Travelling Christmas Shop written by Lilac Mills and published by Canelo. This book was released on 2022-09-01 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While bringing joy to others, can these two Christmas helpers also find some for themselves? Seren’s great aunt Nelly hates being in a care home, especially around Christmas when Seren learns that Nelly and the other residents can’t enjoy the simple pleasure of browsing for gifts in the shops. So what if Seren brings the shops to them? Converting an ice cream van into a gift shop, Seren travels around Tinstone to help out the less mobile. On her journeys, she keeps bumping into a reluctant – and handsome – Father Christmas, who has been roped into helping out this festive season. But running her own business comes with risks and surprises that Seren's not sure she's able to tackle. Has she bitten off more than she can chew, or will her travelling Christmas shop provide some much-needed festive cheer for the residents of Tinstone? A delightfully heartwarming and funny festive romance for fans of Rebecca Raisin and Sue Moorcroft. Praise for The Cosy Travelling Christmas Shop ‘Oh I adored this book. It is feel-good, romantic, adorable and joyful. A heartwarming, enjoyable read that will leave you smiling from ear to ear. I loved it.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘This was such a cosy and lovely read – perfect escapism. I loved the delights that this book had to offer – lots of romance, friendships and quirky characters. A definite feel-good read.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘This was so cute! A wonderful romance, filled with witty banter, delightful characters, and just enough steaminess. A must read for romance lovers!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘Wow wow wow. This is my kind of book. Snow, Christmas , interfering Aunts, a retirement home, a lovely love story, bad ex’s and a painful boss... You have to read it.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘Lilac Mills + Christmas = is there more of a perfect combination? A real fun, sweet, entertaining, cosy read, perfect for any time of the year, but I expect it would hit even harder nearer the end of the year, filling you with ultimate Christmas cheer.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review
Download or read book Festive written by Shelley Munro and published by Shelley Munro. This book was released on 2023 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here comes Santa Claus… When Evie Johnson’s ex turns into a scary and persistent stalker, she flees to small-town Sloan to protect herself. The people might be friendly, but her new, unusual occupation pushes Evie way past her comfort level, and her days are full of office duties, wide eyes, and flushed cheeks. Billionaire businessman Gray Te Whare recognizes grandmotherly meddling when it stares him in the face. And okay, he’s not the real Santa, but he did have a plausible reason for breaking into the pretty newcomer’s house. Gray and Evie are tossed together for all the wrong reasons. Still, the more time they spend together, the more the pair realize togetherness and the Christmas spirit are necessary for a happily ever after, and yeah, they’re not saying this bit aloud—sometimes grandmothers know best. Contains a heroine in peril with stalker trouble, a gorgeous bachelor billionaire, a determined grandmother matchmaker, and a small-town condom company where talk is frank and sometimes embarrassing but loads of fun. Enjoy your festive visit and celebrate Christmas the New Zealand way.
Download or read book Christmas in Peppercorn Street written by Anna Jacobs and published by Allison & Busby Ltd. This book was released on 2019-10-24 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Christmas is fast approaching but for some people living at the top end of Peppercorn Street, the mood is far from festive. Luke Morgan is not getting on with his teenage daughter, who has recently returned to live with him. In a nearby village Claire Small is trying to avoid her sadistic ex who is stalking her. When Claire and Luke are thrown together by a car accident caused by her dog, it's obvious that she is in danger and he impulsively invites Claire, her delightful small daughter and their lovable dog to take refuge in his home. Can the presence of strangers help to rebuild the relationship between Luke and his own daughter? And will this Christmas give them the best present of all: a new family - or will Claire's ex again cause trouble?
Download or read book The Christmas Holiday written by Sophie Claire and published by Hodder & Stoughton. This book was released on 2019-09-19 with total page 291 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: **Sophie Claire's sparkling new romance novel, This Christmas in Paris, is available to pre-order now!** 'A sumptuous Christmas romance' WOMAN & HOME 'A cosy and heart-warming Christmas read - the perfect festive treat' HEIDI SWAIN 'A fun and festive read' TRISHA ASHLEY *** Can a trip away lead you home? After a bad break-up, eternal optimist Evie has moved to the small village of Willowbrook to finally pursue her dream of opening a craft shop. Unfortunately, with money worries and an ex-boyfriend determined to track her down, her fresh start isn't going entirely to plan. Jake is also looking to escape his past. Haunted by the loss of his wife, he's determined not to get close to anyone again - and the last thing he wants is to be celebrating this December. Hoping to avoid the festivities, Evie and Jake arrange to escape Christmas together as friends in Provence. But will the magic of the season change things between them? And what happens if one of them starts to feel something more? ***** Readers love The Christmas Holiday! 'A wonderful festive story full of intrigue, drama and romance' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'A lovely, heart-warming story' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'This is definitely a book to curl up with of an evening, a book to make you smile and feel happy. The characters are so lovely, the writing so warm' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'I loved this book, and read it in one sitting' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'A lovely heart-warming book that I could not put down. I really strongly recommend and can't wait to see what's next from this author!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
Download or read book Both Sides of the Sheets written by Annie Armitage and published by Troubador Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2011 with total page 447 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Annie Armitage was a successful nurse, dedicated to quality nursing care until, aged 26, she was diagnosed with Lupus and given 5 years to live. As she became increasingly ill, she started to wonder how the standard of nursing had slipped so drastically since her own training. This is her must read account of her experiences. Annie Armitage was a successful career nurse, with a dedication to quality nursing and care as taught during her rigorous training in the 1960s. Taking her skills, Annie eventually worked as a consultant to the Department of Health, advising on the quality of nursing care in the NHS. However Annie had been diagnosed with Lupus, an illness that affects over 50 000 people in the UK; is more common than Leukemia, yet is virtually unheard of by the wider population. Lupus usually causes great pain, serious organ damage and is potentially fatal. At 26, Annie was given 5 years to live - she fought to look after her two young children while dealing with the insidious illness. As Annie became increasingly ill, she was able to reflect on her changed situation as a patient not a nurse. During the time she was in hospital under treatment she started to wonder how the standard of nursing had slipped so drastically since her own training. Her experiences as a Lupus sufferer - and previously as a nurse - have given her first-hand experience of the quality of care experienced in NHS hospitals. Annie's observations and knowledge make this essential reading - not just for those suffering from Lupus, but also for anyone concerned about standards of nursing and care in hospitals, as well as those experiencing long-term incurable illness.
Download or read book A Christmas Wish written by Lizzie Lane and published by Boldwood Books Ltd. This book was released on 2022-08-22 with total page 433 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bristol 1927 Ten year old Magda Brodie’s world is torn apart when her mother dies in the workhouse two weeks before Christmas. Her wastrel father arranges for her sisters to be sent to their grandparents in Ireland and for her younger brother to be adopted leaving Magda distraught with worry as her family are scattered far and wide. Magda, as the eldest girl is sent to live with her Aunt Bridget who for whatever reason, holds a bitter resentment towards Magda. But adversity makes Magda strong and determined. She dreams of happier times, to reunite her family and make her Christmas Wish come true. Praise for Lizzie Lane: 'A gripping saga and a storyline that will keep you hooked' Rosie Goodwin 'The Tobacco Girls is another heartwarming tale of love and friendship and a must-read for all saga fans.' Jean Fullerton 'Lizzie Lane opens the door to a past of factory girls, redolent with life-affirming friendship, drama, and choices that are as relevant today as they were then.' Catrin Collier 'If you want an exciting, authentic historical saga then look no further than Lizzie Lane.' Fenella J Miller
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Download or read book The Rescue Doc s Christmas Miracle written by Amalie Berlin and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2017-11-01 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From partners to parents! Dr. Gabriel Jackson and paramedic Penny Davenport make a great team—despite driving each other crazy! She's Manhattan Mercy's daredevil helicopter pilot, who thrives on adventure after a childhood spent wrapped in cotton wool, while he's the cautious flight doctor who, after a disastrous marriage, will never take risks again. But after the elation of surviving a storm explodes into passion, Penny discovers she's pregnant! This could be an unforgettable Christmas—if they listen to their hearts and take the greatest risk of all!
Download or read book Emergency and the White Crystal written by Joseph D.Medwar and published by Joseph D Medwar. This book was released on 2023-12-08 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Emergency and the White Crystal is a thriller that builds up chapter after chapter to the final end! The book shows how sometimes we are not safe by just calling nine-one-one. Many real heroes put their lives on the line in the police, fire, and EMS. The main character, Jack Winner, just graduated from Emergency Medical Technicians training school. He is ready for the real world in the EMS. Jack lives alone in a second-floor apartment above Elenora Dunn, a sweet old woman. His girlfriend, Melanie Straight, has been a longtime partner and lover since high school. Her mother, Deidra Straight, is the emergency room head nurse at the Jem City General Hospital. Her father John works in a warehouse down by the waterfront docks. Jack and Melanie’s nights out for fun are few, but they manage to enjoy their times at Alley Burger restaurant. Jack starts his new job the following day as an EMT on the city ambulances. He meets his co-workers. First, Roy, the dispatcher, his new partner Mike Zaber, and Captain Jim Hawker, their operational manager. Jack breaks into the EMS as he learns more and more about life and death. Jack and Mike became a tight crew, and one of the best in the city, for saving lives! One day an illegal drug lab blew up in a horrific chemical explosion, causing a deadly warehouse fire, killing the “cooks,” who manufactured meth amphetamines, street-named “WHITE CRYSTAL”. Frankie and Lasalle Sabelly, brothers, who oversaw the Cartel operation, blamed the EMS people for not saving their people’s lives. They claimed restitution against the law and EMS. Jack and Mike happened to be number one on the mob hit list. At the safe house, the East Coast cartel mobsters had a meeting to scheme and plan their hits. Jack and Melanie's futures were put on hold as the couple fell as helpless victims to the Cartel. They were kidnapped and ransomed for a huge sum of money, or death would be inevitable. Detective Glen Delayo and Detective Brian Leman—Jem Cities' finest, were put into action to solve this problem. The city was in total turmoil and fear over the mob’s claim of retaliation against the authorities! The question was, “Who would be next on the mob's list?”
Download or read book Christmas Mourning written by Andrea Frazer and published by Headline Accent. This book was released on 2013-12-19 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CHRISTMAS MOURNING is the eighth instalment of Andrea Frazer's Falconer Files, a detective series chock-full of picture-postcard villages, dastardly deeds, and a delightful slice of humour. Praise for Andrea Frazer's twisty and compelling crime novels: ***** 'The best laugh I have had for a long time. Great story very well written' Reader Review ***** 'I loved the book. A good British mystery. Characters are great. All mystery lovers would enjoy this' Reader Review ***** 'I have read all of the Falconer Files and they are all excellent. Well written with lovable and quirky characters' Reader Review ***** 'Andrea Frazer's Falconer files are outstanding long may she continue to write them they are like a breath of fresh air' Reader Review ***** 'Once again, another gripping story in a perfect village... a lot of twists and turns and wonderful descriptions so that one feels actually "there" amongst it all' Reader Review ***** 'Discovered this series of books and can't get enough of them. Characters very appealing and loads of humour. Just what I like best' Reader Review _________ The UK is experiencing its worst winter for years. Catastrophic news for DI Harry Falconer, as he has rashly promised to spend Christmas with his sergeant, Carmichael, and Carmichael's rambunctious family, in Castle Farthing - only to find himself snowed in and in and spending a lot longer at chez Carmichael than is desirable... Without power or telephones, and Castle Farthing cut off from the outside world until further notice, Christmas Day greets them... with a murder in St Cuthbert's Church, where the locum vicar has discovered, to his horror, one of Castle Farthing's residents nailed to a gigantic cross. Falconer and Carmichael are left to dig their way out of Carmichael's cottage to investigate the terrible crime, with none of the technology and support normally available to them. As if this is not enough to cope with, Carmichael has agreed to look after a huge Great Dane over the festivities, Kerry Carmichael is just about to give birth - and death is still stalking the snowed-in community, intent on claiming at least one more victim...
Download or read book The Christmas Collection written by Tracey Mayhew and published by TJ Mayhew. This book was released on 2023-09-28 with total page 445 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This small-town Christmas Collection is the perfect way to warm your heart this festive season! December Magic With Christmas fast approaching, Kayla Jones is preparing for another cold, and lonely, December. But a lost little girl and her father soon change all that and, with them by her side, Kayla finds herself rediscovering the magic of the season… This Christmas Three ghosts… Two choices… One chance to get it right. Morgan Scott hates everything about Christmas, from the garish Christmas jumpers to the over-the-top Christmas songs. Is it any wonder she wants to bury herself in work, until the dreaded holiday is well and truly over? But her plans fly out the window when, on Christmas Eve, she receives an unexpected visitor and there begins the rollercoaster ride through her past, present and future… straight to the only man she has ever given her heart to. This Christmas, will Morgan finally see the error of her ways and reclaim the love she had rejected or will she continue on the same path, no matter where it leads? All I Want For Christmas Will Christmas be the only thing Jess finds herself falling in love with this festive season? After a devastating loss tore her family apart, Jess Harrison left the lakeside village she calls home and hasn’t looked back. Three years on, she returns to help Holly Richards, her best friend and business partner, through her own rough patch and quickly finds herself falling back into village life as if she’s never been away. But a chance meeting with a handsome stranger soon has Jess confronting her own ghosts of Christmases past and she finds herself accepting his offer to help her rediscover her Christmas spirit. Can friendships, both old and new, help restore Jess’ faith in Christmas and will she find love along the way? Discover the wonder of Christmas with this endearing romance collection brought together for the first time, perfect for fans of Kiley Dunbar, Rachael Lucas, Sarah Morgan and, of course, all things Christmas!
Download or read book The Halfpenny Girls at Christmas written by Maggie Mason and published by Sphere. This book was released on 2021-10-28 with total page 349 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE SECOND NOVEL IN THE BRAND NEW SAGA SERIES BY MAGGIE MASON - MEET THE HALFPENNY GIRLS. . . 'In the grand tradition of sagas set down by the late and great Catherine Cookson ' Jean Fullerton on Blackpool Lass Will their prayers be answered at the most wonderful time of the year?“/i>/font> As Christmas approaches, Alice, Edith and Marg continue to face hardships growing up on one of the poorest streets in Blackpool. Penniless, their friendship has helped them survive this far, but it'll take more than that to see them through the dark days that lie ahead . . . Newly married Alice receives shocking news about her pregnancy that threatens the future she's always dreamed of, Marg is struggling to care for her ailing mother and ensure her little sister receives the education she deserves, and Edith is grieving the loss of her family while preparing to marry her sweetheart. The Halfpenny Girls once again are faced with a struggle, but with the festive season upon them will family, friendship and Christmas spirit see them through? The second in a brand new series from reader favourite Maggie Mason, The Halfpenny Girls is the perfect heart-warming family saga about overcoming hardship and the value of friendship. Perfect for fans of Val Wood, Kitty Neale and Rosie Goodwin. font size="+1"Readers LOVE Maggie Mason's Blackpool sagas: '5 stars - I wish I could give it more. Wonderful read.' 'Another must read book' 'What a brilliant book. I couldn't put it down!' 'I was hooked from the first page . . . this author is a must read' 'A totally absorbing read'
Download or read book A Christmas to Remember written by Anton Du Beke and published by Bonnier Zaffre Ltd.. This book was released on 2020-10-29 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You are cordially invited to the wedding of the year! London, 1938. As the festive season approaches at the luxurious Buckingham Hotel, romance is in the air. The hotel staff are preparing for a once-in-a-lifetime event - the marriage of chambermaid Nancy Nettleton to debonair demonstration dancer Raymond de Guise. As wreaths are hung and carols are sung, life at the hotel is busier than ever. Guests arrive from around the world, seeking comfort, relaxation and refuge as tensions build across Europe and whispered rumours of war grow louder. Behind the scenes, the staff work tirelessly, ensuring the smooth operation of the hotel, not only keeping the confidences of their guests, but also protecting their own secrets . . . As Raymond takes Nancy in his arms for their first dance, one thing is certain - this will be a Christmas to remember. Be swept away by the new breath-taking romantic novel from Sunday Times bestselling author and Strictly Come Dancing star Anton Du Beke. "A novel that's like a hug!" Phillip Schofield
