Download or read book Festive Spirits written by Kate Atkinson and published by Doubleday Books. This book was released on 2019 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The perfect Christmas gift: three festive tales from the brilliant pen of Kate Atkinson. 'Lucy would have challenged anyone not to cry at the sight of their child in a Nativity play. Even a sheepish Maude, even a scowling Beatrice - currently attempting a Chinese burn on an adjacent angel. A shepherd shouted something incomprehensible to Joseph. One of the Wise Men wet himself. Beatrice waved enthusiastically - a little too enthusiastically - at Lucy from the angelic choir. It was better than any religion, Lucy thought.' From the Costa Award-winning author of LIFE AFTER LIFE

Download or read book An Unexpected Gift written by Marcel Theroux and published by Rough Trade Books. This book was released on 2020-06-01 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originally written and pressed as Christmas cards for friends and family, An Unexpected Gift: Three Christmas Stories collects and presents three funny, tender, modern tales from Marcel Theroux. A hard-pressed barber gets an angelic last-minute customer, a struggling retailer finds un-looked for freedom, and a grieving anthropologist procures a new piece for her collection. These stories are beautifully crafted and underpinned with a wit, charm and light touch that provide perfect seasonal reading.

Download or read book 5 More Sleeps til Christmas written by Jimmy Fallon and published by Feiwel & Friends. This book was released on 2020-10-27 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Host of NBC's The Tonight Show and three-time #1 New York Times-bestselling author Jimmy Fallon returns with this sweet and spirited Christmas picture book. Just 5 more sleeps 'til Christmas! Can you believe it's here? I know that Santa's coming soon 'cause I've been good all year. Everyone who grew up celebrating Christmas remembers the excitement that built up to the most magical day of the year. But why not make the last week until Christmas more fun by counting how many sleeps until the arrival of Santa and his reindeer? Accompanied by the beautiful and energetic artwork of Rich Deas, enjoy the humor of Jimmy Fallon as he prepares readers for the most exciting week of the year in this new holiday tradition for your family—5 More Sleeps 'til Christmas.

Download or read book How the Grinch Stole Christmas written by Dr. Seuss and published by RH Childrens Books. This book was released on 2013-10-22 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get in on the Christmas cheer with Dr. Seuss’s iconic holiday classic starring the Grinch and Cindy-Lou Who—guaranteed to grow your heart three sizes! Every Who down in Who-ville liked Christmas a lot...but the Grinch, who lived just north of Who-ville, did NOT! Not since “’Twas the night before Christmas” has the beginning of a Christmas tale been so instantly recognizable. From the Grinch and his dog, Max, to Cindy-Lou and all the residents of Who-ville, this heartwarming story about the effects of the Christmas spirit will warm even the coldest and smallest of hearts. Like mistletoe, candy canes, and caroling, the Grinch is a mainstay of the holidays, and his story is perfect for readers young and old.

Download or read book Merry Fairy Holidays written by Pippa Le Quesne and published by Frederick Warne Publishers. This book was released on 2007-10 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Celebrate the holiday season with all of your favorite Flower Fairy friends!"--Page 4 of cover

Download or read book Three Christmas Wishes written by Sheila Roberts and published by MIRA. This book was released on 2020-12-07 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A delightful tale of three friends, three wishes, and one Christmas when anything can happen, by a USA Today–bestselling author. When three friends visit a shopping-mall Santa on a lark, the jolly old elf is full of mysterious predictions about the thing they’re all wishing for: the perfect man. Or at least men who are perfect for them. Riley Erickson’s fiancé turned out to be a dud, dumping her for her bridesmaid three weeks before the wedding. But Santa says that she’s soon going to meet her ideal man in a memorable way. And he predicts that a new man is about to come into Jo’s life. What on earth does that mean? She’s pregnant and already has her hands full with the perfectly stubborn husband she’s got. Noel has given up completely on ever finding her perfect match. But apparently Noel is going to get a good man to go with that house she’s trying desperately to buy. These friends are about to discover that Christmas wishes can come true, because in spite of romantic setbacks and derailed dreams, this truly is the most wonderful time of the year! Previously published Praise for Three Christmas Wishes “[Three Christmas Wishes]is filled with Roberts’s trademark humor along with a generous serving of family, friends, and holiday cheer plus three sweet romances.” —The Romance Dish “This is small-town living at its best. Right down to the newspaper reporter. I laughed and ooh and awed with the rest of the characters, all of which are top notch in their roles. I would recommend this book to anyone. It would even make a good movie. I need to go brush up on Ms. Roberts’ other holiday reads.” —The Good, the Bad, and the Unread

Download or read book Christmas Stories for Adults written by Edward Schultz and published by Edward G Schultz. This book was released on 2007-08 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Smiles and Tears", laughter and sadness, joy and sorrow, malice and hatred, greed and disappointment; these are the ingrediants of life. All of these emotions are portrayed in these pages.We believe that you will find these stories both interesting and entertaining, having endings that may please you, surprise you or disturb you. They will not only bring you "Smiles and Tears", but we believe that all will satisfy your craving for variety.For more information on this and other books by Edward G. Schultz, go to www.authoredsbooks.comor e-mail to [email protected].

Download or read book Joy to the World written by Tomie dePaola and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2013-10-17 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A timeless celebration of Christmas from the legendary Newbery and Caldecott Honor winner Tomie dePaola! This collection unifies three of the incomparable Tomie dePaola’s most beloved Christmas stories into one handsome volume. Vividly portrayed and expertly crafted, The Night of Las Posadas, The Story of the Three Wise Kings, and The Legend of the Poinsettia are sure enchant and mesmerize the whole family during the holiday season.

Download or read book Twelve Days of Christmas Stories written by Donald P. Marsolais and published by Austin Macauley Publishers. This book was released on 2021-12-10 with total page 159 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each year, Christmas is advertised as a wonderful time for children. I know it was for me as I was growing up, but, at some point, the magic seemed to wear off. I didn't want it to, but there it was. As I grew older, this one thought stayed in my mind and just got stronger the closer it got to each and every Christmas. What kind of stories could I write that would keep young people and adults excited about Christmas? Sure, there were stories for children that demonstrated the magic of Santa, but what about the rest of us? Should we have to give up the joy of Christmas just because we are too "old" for it? Early on, I tried to figure out what kinds of stories would be appropriate for the 18 and above crowd. Through trial and error, the stories included in Twelve Days of Christmas Stories finally met my criteria. These stories could just as easily be real life for those invested in finding and enjoying the Christmas spirit. To add to the fun, the dialogue in each story is such that it could be read as a play, with characters that come alive as the reader shares each story with his or her own family. Mama's Night Out is one of those stories that has many voices. There is a private eye, a lady in red, some elves, and many more surprises. I hope you enjoy reading all twelve stories to your family and friends this Christmas season and beyond.

Download or read book Bob and 6 More Christmas Stories written by Sandra Boynton and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 14 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of seven Christmas stories all in one tabbed board book. Perfect for giving to any child at Christmas!

Download or read book Children s Christmas Stories and Poems written by Candace Ward and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2011-11-17 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A shortened version of Dicken's "A Christmas Carol" is accompanied by Christmas stories, poems, and songs

Download or read book Three More Tales written by A. M. F. Paget and published by . This book was released on 1888 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Auggie Wren s Christmas Story written by Paul Auster and published by Henry Holt and Company. This book was released on 2014-05-13 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A timeless, utterly charming Christmas fable, beautifully illustrated and destined to become a classic When Paul Auster was asked by The New York Times to write a Christmas story for the Op-Ed page, the result, "Auggie Wren's Christmas Story," led to Auster's collaboration on a film adaptation, Smoke. Now the story has found yet another life in this enchanting illustrated edition with Argentine artist Isol. It begins with a writer's dilemma: he's been asked by The New York Times to write a story that will appear in the paper on Christmas morning. The writer agrees, but he has a problem: How to write an unsentimental Christmas story? He unburdens himself to his friend at his local cigar shop, a colorful character named Auggie Wren. "A Christmas story? Is that all?" Auggie counters. "If you buy me lunch, my friend, I'll tell you the best Christmas story you ever heard. And I guarantee every word of it is true." And an unconventional story it is, involving a lost wallet, a blind woman, and a Christmas dinner. Everything gets turned upside down. What's stealing? What's giving? What's a lie? What's the truth? It's vintage Auster, and pure pleasure: a truly unsentimental but completely affecting tale.

Download or read book Christmas Stories and More by E C written by Eugene St. Martin Jr. and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2015-06-20 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a persons journey to discern what Christmas is about. Every year at Christmas time the groundskeeper E.C. feels the pressure of Christmas. And each year he does what he can to step back and see what Christmas is really all about and what does it mean in his life. Each year he writes a story about it. And these are a collection of his stories over these past years. Also E.C. works in the field of tennis. He helps take care of tennis courts so people can play tennis and learn tennis. In the parks he helps teach tennis and plays tennis.He is working to learn more about what tennis is about .And this book is about that also.And also in this book E.C. uses his pictures to further discern what is important in his life and in life. The pictures describe the things he thinks are important. He hopes it will help others to determine what is really important to them in life..to help them find their path in life..their meaning...their purpose..our purpose.

Download or read book More Stories Behind the Best Loved Songs of Christmas written by Ace Collins and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2009-08-30 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ace Collins has dug deep to uncover the true stories behind your favorite Christmas songs. Explore how these songs came into being, and discover a deeper appreciation for these melodic messages of peace, hope, and joy that celebrate the birth of Jesus.

Download or read book The Greatest Christmas Stories Poems in One Volume Illustrated written by Louisa May Alcott and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2015-12-02 with total page 598 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This carefully crafted ebook: "The Greatest Christmas Stories & Poems in One Volume (Illustrated)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The First Christmas Of New England (Harriet Beecher Stowe) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) Christmas At Sea (Robert Louis Stevenson) Little Gretchen and the Wooden Shoe (Elizabeth Harrison) A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) Where Love Is, God Is (Leo Tolstoy) The Christmas Angel (Abbie Farwell Brown) The Tale of Peter Rabbit (Beatrix Potter) Toinette and the Elves (Susan Coolidge) A Kidnapped Santa Claus (L. Frank Baum) The Heavenly Christmas Tree (Fyodor Dostoevsky) Christmas at Thompson Hall (Anthony Trollope) The Princess and the Goblin (George MacDonald) Thurlow's Christmas Story (John Kendrick Bangs) Christmas Every Day (William Dean Howells) Jimmy Scarecrow's Christmas (Mary Freeman) Little Girl's Christmas (Winnifred Lincoln) The Lost Word (Henry van Dyke) Brothers Grimm: The Elves and the Shoemaker Mother Holle The Star Talers Snow-White Hans Christian Andersen: The Fir Tree The Little Match Girl The Steadfast Tin Soldier The Snow Queen The Three Kings (Henry Wadsworth Longfellow) Angels from the Realms of Glory (James Montgomery) Christmas in the Olden Time (Walter Scott) Christmas In India (Rudyard Kipling) Old Santa Claus (Clement Clarke Moore) The Twelve Days of Christmas Silent Night Minstrels (William Wordsworth) Ring Out, Wild Bells (Alfred Lord Tennyson) Hymn On The Morning Of Christ's Nativity (John Milton) A Christmas Carol (Samuel Taylor Coleridge) The Oxen (Thomas Hardy) A Christmas Ghost Story (Thomas Hardy) The Savior Must Have Been A Docile Gentleman (Emily Dickinson) 'Twas just this time, last year, I died (Emily Dickinson) The Magi (William Butler Yeats) The Mahogany Tree (William Makepeace Thackeray) Christmas Carol (Sara Teasdale) ...

Download or read book CHARLES DICKENS The Complete Short Stories 190 Christmas Tales Social Sketches Tales for Children Other Stories Illustrated written by Charles Dickens and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2017-02-27 with total page 4952 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This carefully crafted ebook: “CHARLES DICKENS – The Complete Short Stories: 190+ Christmas Tales, Social Sketches, Tales for Children & Other Stories (Illustrated)” is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: Christmas Novellas A Christmas Carol The Chimes The Cricket on the Hearth The Battle of Life The Haunted Man Short Story Collections Sketches by Boz Sketches of Young Gentlemen Sketches of Young Couples Master Humphrey' Clock Reprinted Pieces The Mudfog Papers Pearl-Fishing (First Series) Pearl-Fishing (Second Series) Christmas Stories Other Stories Children's Books Child's Dream of a Star Holiday Romance Stories About Children Every Child Can Read Criticism Appreciations and Criticisms of the Works of Charles Dickens The Limitations of Dickens by Henry James The Puzzle of Dickens's Last Plot by Andrew Lang David Copperfield by Virginia Woolf Biographies Charles Dickens by G. K. Chesterton The Life of Charles Dickens by John Forster Dickens' London by M. F. Mansfield Charles Dickens (1812-1870) was an English writer and social critic. He created some of the world's best-known fictional characters and is regarded as the greatest novelist of the Victorian era. His works enjoyed unprecedented popularity during his lifetime, and by the twentieth century critics and scholars had recognized him as a literary genius. His novels and short stories enjoy lasting popularity.