Download or read book Once Upon a Holiday written by Claudia Burgoa and published by Claudia Burgoa. This book was released on 2019-11-07 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This holiday season, there’s more than gingerbread in the oven. I was always a type-A kind of girl— and that’s exactly what got me into trouble with Sterling Ahren. Having a baby before thirty didn’t work out, so I took some time off to sort out my life. Sterling’s my new landlord… and he doesn’t plan anything. He’s a billionaire playboy who can’t stand the holidays. A recluse of the worst kind, Sterling makes Scrooge look like a generous soul… except Ebenezer was never this sexy. He doesn’t want a family— until the night we have a spontaneous one-night stand, and forget to use condoms. I can’t have a baby with a disorganized, free spirit like him. Between my overprotective brothers and his crazy fans, I already know this isn’t going to work out. Except Sterling isn’t willing to let me go. He wants me home for the holidays… and this is my last chance to make a Christmas miracle happen. One thing I know for sure: when Sterling and I collide, it’s going to be anything but a silent night. Funny, touching, and delightful, this smoking hot billionaire holiday rom-com by Claudia Burgoa will make you feel the magic of Christmas.

Download or read book Once Upon a Christmas Tree A Holiday Fairy Tale written by Johnny DePalma and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2007-07-01 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Once Upon a Christmas Tree is the heart-warming tale of two love-struck ornaments who have been placed at opposite ends of an enchanted pine. One, a Small Wooden Soldier, and the other, a Tiny Winter Dancer. With only a very short window of Christmas Magic, the Soldier must escape his decorative hook and reunite with his one true love before Midnight - Christmas Day.

Download or read book Once Upon an American Dream written by Andrew Lainsbury and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Branded a "cultural Chernobyl" and the "tragic kingdom," the Euro Disney Resort has been on its own thrill ride since opening in 1992. The much publicized version of the Magic Kingdom gave Europeans alcohol-free "mocktails," surly employees, even colors too muted for the Disney image. Facing financial disaster, was it any wonder that Disney execs found themselves wishing upon a star for answers? After so many knee-jerk criticisms of Euro Disney, this book combines firsthand experience and research to shed new light on claims that the park is nothing more than a form of American cultural imperialism. Andrew Lainsbury, a former Euro Disney employee who knows what the park meant to its visitors, goes beyond media bites and academic scorn to examine Europe's love/hate relationship with Euro Disneyland and some of the undiscussed issues surrounding it. Once Upon an American Dream is a story of global capitalism on a grand scale. Lainsbury has plumbed company archives and interviewed key players to give readers the real view from Le Chateau de la Belle au Bois Dormant (Sleeping Beauty's Castle). He cracks open the Euro Disney controversy to reveal the park not as a tragic experiment in exporting American culture but the result of European efforts to import a popular form of American entertainment. Lainsbury tells how the Walt Disney Company came to build a European park and locate it in France, how political negotiations affected its design and development, how it was promoted to continental audiences, and what caused its widely publicized financial woes before being rescued by a real prince from Saudi Arabia. He reveals what it took to win back the hearts of skeptical Europeans—such as serving wine, selling flashy merchandise, and placating disgruntled workers. Finally, he looks into the magic mirror to speculate on the role of Euro Disney and the Walt Disney Company in the twenty-first century. Ultimately, Lainsbury shows that cultural imperialism is not an exclusively American phenomenon but a global corporate strategy—and that global corporatism, by needing to be responsive to consumers, is so complex that it may not be as monolithic as feared. Once Upon an American Dream is a fairy tale for our times, reminding us that, for all the critical huffing and puffing, the creation and marketing of pleasure is what Euro Disneyland is all about.

Download or read book Once Upon a Holiday written by Lilian Moore and published by . This book was released on 1959 with total page 95 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book HARRY AND SOPHIE A SWEET LOVE BORN ON A HOLIDAY TRIP TO THE AMALFI COAST IN ITALY written by Sonia Lipenolc and published by Mask Press Oxford. This book was released on 2024-05-06 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book about two pre-adolescent children, Harry and Sophie, on a holiday trip to Italy with their parents, presents a delightful and culturally rich canvas to explore. The setting in Italy, with its picturesque landscapes and vibrant cultural scenes, offers a fantastic backdrop for such a story. The short story is set in Italian coastal villages in Southern Italy, renowned for their architecture, stunning views, and gelatos. These attractive towns on the famous Amalfi Coast feature lively markets, narrow cobblestone streets, tourist shops, restaurants, bars, and an inviting piazza where locals and tourists mingle. Harry, a visitor from England, arrives in the town with his family for a summer holiday. Sophie is there with her family on the same trip. Their friendship begins over gelato flavours and beach adventures

Download or read book Once Upon a Time in Yorkville written by Thomas Douglas Adelman and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2022-04-21 with total page 485 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thomas Douglas Adelman looks back at an eventful life in this engaging memoir about growing up in a Jewish family and becoming a successful producer and director. Born in 1954, he grew up on the Upper East Side of New York City in an upper-middle-class family with the normal dysfunction that you find in all families. Notably, his family was Jewish but celebrated Christmas—although he never could figure out why. His father was a businessman passionate about politics, and his mother was an actress in the forties. When they met, it was love at first sight. The author looks back at his adventures growing up, including being thrown out of private schools as a boy and rubbing elbows with notable people. He also looks back at how he made his way into the entertainment industry, producing, directing, and working on numerous films and projects and ultimately launching his own company. Join the author as he looks back at his childhood, adult life, and his rise to the top of the entertainment industry.

Download or read book Once Upon a Yuletide written by Maria Vermisoglou and published by . This book was released on 2020-01-10 with total page 499 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Follow us on a journey this holiday season. A journey that will see your favorite holiday stories given a fresh look and your fairy-tales a yuletide twist.

Download or read book Once Upon a Holiday written by Claudia Burgoa and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Wish Upon A Star A Collection of Holiday Romance Stories written by Roberta A. Pellant and published by Elite Publishing House. This book was released on 2023-12-15 with total page 343 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you ready for some Christmas magic? Or holiday romance? Or both? Grab your hot chocolate (or wine) and snuggle up with a cozy blanket for this collection of holiday romance stories. Nineteen authors worldwide link arms to bring you nineteen short holiday romance stories to get you in the mood for holiday cheer and romance. You will be swept away with the timeless tales of men and women who found love in others, themselves, and the holiday spirit. Co-Authors: Athena Law, Rev. Libbii Armstrong, Beth Walker, Jen Taylor, Kerri-Ann Sheppard, Emily M. David, Zachary Shiloh Watts, Alicia Thorp, Roberta A. Pellant, Magnolia Tiberii, Lisa Stamey, Paula Eberling, Pallavee Yovana Periapayen, M. LaRae, M.Sc., Mayuko Fukino, Kim Pierre, Kathryn Denhof, Heidi Plumberg, and Blair Hayse.

Download or read book ONCE UPON A COMMUNE written by ABILENE GRAY and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2009-12-16 with total page 327 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The wife of a powerful Boston attorney and mother of two daughters convinces her husband to purchase a summer getaway home in the Vermont countryside. As her marriage unravels and she becomes embroiled in a difficult custody battle, her summer home evolves into a commune and her life changes in ways she never imagined.

Download or read book Christmas Belles A Holiday Regency Anthology written by Bree Wolf and published by WOLF Publishing. This book was released on 2023-10-19 with total page 1085 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Can you hear the Christmas Bell(es)? It's that time of year... Step back in time to the enchanting world of Regency-era romance this holiday season. In “Christmas Belles," join eight extraordinary couples as they navigate the glittering ballrooms of London and the snow-kissed landscapes of the countryside, where love blooms amidst mistletoe and the promise of a yuletide happily ever after. From stolen glances beneath twinkling chandeliers to secret rendezvous by the roaring hearth, these timeless tales of passion and desire will warm your heart and leave you longing for your own Regency romance. Surrender to the magic of the season and discover love that transcends time in this captivating anthology. Celebrate this Christmas season with 8 brand new holiday Regency romances by some of your favorite USA Today and bestselling authors: Bree Wolf, Tracy Sumner, Collette Cameron, Charlie Lane, Jennifer Monroe, Meredith Bond, Shannon Gilmore, and Rebecca Paula.

Download or read book Once Upon a Christmas Legend written by Ciara Knight and published by Defy the Dark Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2023-11-01 with total page 383 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Audrey Blythe searches the glove for rare books but longs for "Once Upon a Christmas Kiss," the legendary tome of eternal love. On her 28th birthday, she resigns herself to spinsterhood until a clue leads her to hot-tempered hermit Ramen Johnson. Ramen, scarred and isolated, is drawn into Audrey's quest. Together, they hunt for the elusive book, facing Christmas chaos and their own pasts. Audrey's determination and acceptance break down Ramen's barriers, leading to a heartwarming holiday tale of love and rediscovery.

Download or read book Once Upon a Time written by Richard Harding Davis and published by . This book was released on 1911 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book East and West Or Once Upon a Time written by John Frazer Corkran and published by . This book was released on 1861 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Once Upon a Prince written by Rachel Hauck and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2013-05-07 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story that inspired the Hallmark Original movie! He’s a royal prince. She’s an ordinary girl. But this holiday could change everything. Susanna Truitt never dreamed of a great romance or being treated like a princess—just to marry the man she has loved for twelve years. But life isn’t going according to plan. When her high-school-sweetheart-turned-Marine-officer breaks up with her instead of proposing, Susanna scrambles to rebuild her life. The last thing Prince Nathaniel expects to find on his American holiday to St. Simons Island is the queen of his heart. The prince has duties, and his family’s tense political situation means he won’t be able to marry for love or even choose his own bride. When Prince Nathaniel stops to help Susanna, who is stranded with a flat tire under the fabled Lover’s Oak, he is immediately enchanted by her. And even though he’s a total stranger, Susanna finds herself pouring her heart out to him. Their lives are worlds apart, and soon Nathaniel must face the ultimate choice: his kingdom or her heart? Enchanting modern-day fairy tale romance Includes discussion questions for book clubs Part of the Royal Wedding series Book 1: Once Upon a Prince Book 2: Princess Ever After Book 3: How to Catch a Prince Book 4: A Royal Christmas Wedding

Download or read book Once upon a Time written by Sarah A. Appleton and published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing. This book was released on 2009-10-02 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While it is often acknowledged that Margaret Atwood's novels are rife with allusions from the oral tradition of myth, legends, fables, and fairy tales, the implications of her liberal usage bear study. The essays in this volume have been written by some of the most influential Margaret Atwood scholars internationally, each exploring Atwood’s use of primal, indeed archetypal, narratives to illuminate her fiction and poetry. These essays interact with all types of such narratives, from fairy tales and legends, to Greek, Roman, Biblical, and pagan mythologies, to contemporary processes of myth and tale creation. And, as the works in this collection demonstrate, Atwood’s use of myths and fairy tales allows for an abundance of old, yet fresh material for contemporary readers. By reconciling, yet by also revisioning, the archetypal motifs, characters, and narratives, Atwood’s writings present a familiar, yet unique, reading experience.

Download or read book Once Upon a Christmas Kiss written by Manda Collins and published by St. Martin's Paperbacks. This book was released on 2014-10-14 with total page 117 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ONCE UPON A CHRISTMAS KISS is a sexy, romantic holiday e-novella, set in the world of Manda Collins's bestselling Wicked Widows trilogy. When Sir Lucien Blakemore arrives at his cousin's estate for a week-long Christmas party, he's shocked to see Miss Winifred Nightingale among the other guests. Employed by his neighbor back in Yorkshire, the governess with the lovely eyes has always seemed off limits, but she's visiting here as a guest—and there's nothing like a little mistletoe to make the spirits bright... Miss Winifred Nightingale never dreamed a holiday visit with her sister would lead to both ladies spending Christmas as the local lord's guests. But the big surprise is when she finds the handsome Sir Lucien Blakemore staying there too. The attraction between them is undeniable, but will an old nemesis and a party guest bent on mischief make their first kiss under the mistletoe their last?