Download or read book The Scarred Santa written by Lee Ann Sontheimer Murphy and published by The Wild Rose Press Inc. This book was released on 2023-11-13 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Once handsome Rafe Sullivan is left scarred, injured, and with PTSD from his Marine Corps service in Afghanistan, returning to civilian life is far from smooth, and the burn scars on his right side are extensive. Although he lives close to family, he lives a solitary life and changes jobs more often than most people change their socks. A temporary job as Santa at the mall is presented, but Rafe first rebels, then relents. His Santa gig affects his PTSD. Then he meets Sheena Dunmore. When she doesn't run from his scars or issues, she intrigues him. An unmasking by some rowdy children is a test of his stamina and spirit. His greatest fear is fire. Will Rafe conquer the fear so he can move forward into the new life he desires?
Download or read book Santa Wore Leathers Wild Heat Book 1 written by Vonnie Davis and published by HarperCollins UK. This book was released on 2013-11-28 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A perfect holiday treat for fans of Lori Wilde, Jennifer Ryan and Penelope Bloom! Take one man-shy reporter, a gorgeous ex-Navy SEAL turned firefighter, add in a thong-stealing dog... and Christmas will never be the same again!
Download or read book Santa s on His Way written by Lisa Jackson and published by Zebra. This book was released on 2019-09-24 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Open your heart to the holidays with these stories of unexpected love . . . A BABY FOR CHRISTMAS * Lisa Jackson The uneventful Christmas Annie McFarlane expected is suddenly anything but. First, there’s the adorable baby left on the snowy doorstep of her Oregon cabin. Second, there’s the extremely attractive, yet extremely angry man claiming to be the father. Liam O’Shaughnessy may be intimidating, but this is one precious gift Annie isn’t giving up so easily . . . WHAT THE COWBOY WANTS FOR CHRISTMAS * Maisey Yates When Meg O’Neill’s longtime boyfriend lets her down, again, on Christmas no less, she braves an Oregon blizzard to get to her best friend Noah’s comforting arms. But this time Noah’s not telling her what she wants to hear—he’s telling her the truth, from his heart . . . SNOWED IN * Stacy Finz Rachel Johnson has found the perfect spot for her second Tart Me Up bakery in Glory Junction, California. Except she’s in fierce competition with hunky bar owner Boden Farmer. Worse, while the icy rivals await the city’s decision, they end up catering the same Christmas Eve mountaintop wedding—and getting snowed in . . . A COWBOY WEDDING FOR CHRISTMAS * Nicole Helm Big city art teacher Lindsay Tyler isn’t just back home in Colorado for her brother’s wedding at the Barton Christmas Tree Farm and Ranch. She’s back for good. She just hasn’t told anyone yet—including Cal Barton, the ex-boyfriend she left behind . . .
Download or read book Beyond the Scars written by Jessy Michael Spruell and published by Page Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2019-04-18 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Follow a young boy in the midst of addiction as his family is twisted apart by their parents' strong grasp to drugs. He struggles to survive the abuse that torments him and helps you try to understand the cycle that consumes so many. There is love and anguish in this story of survival. The story was written while he was incarcerated and after an attempted suicide. The nurses shocked him back to life, and he sat in a strip cell, plotting how he could share his pain to help others overcome their own past. He processes all facets of abuse, sitting on a hard stool in a jail cell. Immersed in his mind, in his memory, the poison of his past had to finally come out.
Download or read book SMOOCHIN SANTA written by Jule McBride and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2011-07-15 with total page 175 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Christmas is for Kids The Little Matchmaker She Was In Cahoots With Santa! Little Christy Holt was the wiliest seven-year-old to hit Mistletoe Mountain in years. Within minutes, she convinced pregnant cabbie Nikki Ryder to brave a blizzard so she could be home for the holiday with her daddy. But Jon Sleet had never even seen Christy before, let alone was he her father! With the snow piling up, confirmed bachelor Jon was trapped—with an irresistible woman and an irrepressible child—and he was losing the battle against one's come-hither eyes and the other's mischievous grin…. At this rate he'd be a goner by Christmas!
Download or read book The Wonderful Truth about Santa written by B. K. Gendron and published by . This book was released on 2015-12-10 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A book Christmas book for children who are ready.
Download or read book The Devilish Santa written by Linzi Basset and published by Linzi Basset. This book was released on 2022-06-10 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This novella was written for the Christmas at the Club 2022 Anthology. It is now here, ready to be added to your Club Devil’s Cove collection as a novella! Get ready for your mind to be blown as I invite you to visit a favorite BDSM Club of mine, the decadent and devilish CLUB DEVIL’S COVE in Washington DC. True to the nature of the owners and Masters of the club, this story is filled with decadent, delicious Dominants and sassy subs. Jaxon Brodie is the son of Ethan Brodie, one of the Masters in the original series. This is a short novella where his story picks up fifteen years later... He had the body of Goliath, The looks of Adonis, And the eyes of the Devil. Lois Rickett wasn’t the kind of woman to wait for opportunities to come to her. The gorgeous Dom who caught her as she stumbled on the stairs heading into the exclusive Club Devil’s Cove, begged for her attention. This was one opportunity she was going to embrace with the same passion she did with everything in life. If only for a couple of hours, the Devilish Santa was going to be hers. She had the body for sin, The face of Aphrodite. And the passion for lust. Jaxon Brodie was the product of betrayal and violence that had paved the way for the man he became. On an extended leave of absence from the military, he had come home to reconnect with his former life. And that’s when he found her; a sassy sub who begged to be taught a lesson. The question that hung unanswered in his mind as the night wore on was, who was the predator and who was the prey? In the end it really didn’t matter. This sensual tauntress awakened the devil in him. If only for a couple of hours, she was going to be all his. Unbeknownst to both, their emotional circuitry tilted into overdrive. What now? Would one night be enough? Keywords: Book series, Love books, Love stories, Romantic novels, Sexually romantic books, Contemporary romance, Family saga, Blue Collar, Sexy, Family love, Strong heroine, Captivating romance, Loyalty, Protect, Kissing books, Steamy romance, Contemporary, Romance series, Long series, Long romance series, Hot, Hot romance, Sparks, Ebook, Racy, Racy Books, Linzi Basset, Suspense romance, Action scene romance, Hot guy, Love, Romance, Alpha Romance, Dominant Alpha Male, Action and adventure romance, Organized Crime, dark romance
Download or read book The Cowboy s Last Chance written by Lee Ann Sontheimer Murphy and published by The Wild Rose Press Inc. This book was released on 2024-10-21 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Vivian Blackburn, recently returned to Southwest Missouri sets out to shoot pictures at a rodeo, she's not looking for a cowboy but when she meets bull rider Calhoun Kelly, she's found one. They have an instant attraction and rapport. They're compatible in every way but one – he has a strong Christian faith and she lost hers after her parents died. When Vivian experiences strange dreams that seem to warn Calhoun of upcoming danger, she doesn't know what to think. Calhoun decides to hang up his spurs at the end of the season but before he does, he and Vivian are married. They decide they'll settle at her grandmother's old farmhouse but not until he rides his last rodeo. When he's critically injured, his life hangs in the balance. Will Vivian find her faith and pray? It's a close call but time will tell.
Download or read book The Paper Bag Christmas written by Kevin Alan Milne and published by Hachette+ORM. This book was released on 2008-09-03 with total page 105 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dr. Christopher Ringle is the last person you'd expect to find moonlighting as Santa Claus at the mall on the day after Thanksgiving. But it is there that he meets a young man named Molar Alan, who desperately needs a new perspective on the underlying value of Christmas. Dr. Ringle recruits Mo and his older brother as volunteers at a nearby children's hospital for the holiday season. At the hospital, Mo is tasked to help bring holiday cheer to the young cancer patients on the fifth floor. His biggest challenge is befriending a decidedly angry girl who is so embarrassed by her scarred appearance that she hides her face behind the safety of a paper bag. Almost in spite of himself, Mo finds that Christmas joy emanates from a source far greater than the North Pole, while the young girl learns that she is more beautiful than she had ever imagined.
Download or read book The Santa s Library 450 Christmas Novels Tales Carols Legends written by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-15 with total page 8319 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Santa's Library: 450+ Christmas Novels, Tales, Carols & Legends is a monumental anthology that weaves together a tapestry of narratives from a wide spectrum of literary traditions, highlighting the universal themes of love, generosity, and the human spirit that are particularly reflective during the Christmas season. This collection spans the gamut from the timeless eloquence of William Shakespeare to the poignant simplicity of Hans Christian Andersen, offering readers a rich variety of literary styles including the gothic, the fantastical, the poetic, and the realist. It stands as a testament to the enduring allure of Christmas storytelling, with standout pieces that encapsulate the joy, sorrow, humor, and reflection that the holiday evokes, providing a comprehensive overview of Christmas literature's evolution and its cultural significance across different periods and societies. The contributing authors and editors, renowned figures in their own rights like Charles Dickens, known for his quintessential Christmas stories, and Emily Dickinson, with her introspective poetics, represent a convergence of historical, cultural, and literary movements from Romanticism to Victorian literature, and beyond. Together, they harmonize to capture the multifaceted essence of Christmas, each contributing their unique voice to the exploration of themes such as redemption, faith, and the social injustices of their times. This anthology situates itself within a rich literary and cultural context, offering insights into how Christmas has served as a canvas for authors to project their hopes, criticisms, and dreams, thus enriching the reader's understanding of the broader human experience through the prism of Christmas narratives. The Santa's Library: 450+ Christmas Novels, Tales, Carols & Legends is an indispensable volume for anyone interested in the cultural history of Christmas, the evolution of holiday literature, and the remarkable breadth of insight such a multitude of perspectives brings to the festive season. It invites readers to delve into the depths of human emotion and societal values encapsulated in these stories, carols, and legends. This anthology is not just a celebration of Christmas but a journey through the myriad ways in which this holiday has been immortalized in print. It is an educational treasure trove that promises to enlighten, entertain, and inspire readers with the spirit of Christmas, making it a perfect addition to any literary collection.
Download or read book CHRISTMAS ESSENTIALS The Greatest Novels Tales Poems for The Holiday Season 180 Titles in One Volume Illustrated written by Charles Dickens and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2016-11-30 with total page 4976 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This carefully crafted ebook: “CHRISTMAS ESSENTIALS - The Greatest Novels, Tales & Poems for The Holiday Season: 180+ Titles in One Volume (Illustrated)” is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) A Christmas Inspiration (Lucy Maud Montgomery) 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) The Little City of Hope (F. Marion Crawford) Christmas in the Olden Time (Walter Scott) Life and Adventures of Santa Claus (L. Frank Baum) The Twelve Days of Christmas Silent Night Ring Out, Wild Bells (Alfred Lord Tennyson) Christmas with Grandma Elsie (Martha Finley) Little Lord Fauntleroy (Frances Hodgson Burnett) Anne of Green Gables (Lucy Maud Montgomery) Little Women (Louisa May Alcott) The Christmas Angel (Abbie Farwell Brown) Black Beauty (Anna Sewell) Christmas In India (Rudyard Kipling) The Christmas Child (Hesba Stretton) Granny's Wonderful Chair (Frances Browne) The Romance of a Christmas Card (Kate Douglas Wiggin) Wind in the Willows (Kenneth Grahame) The Birds' Christmas Carol (Kate Douglas Wiggin) The Wonderful Life - Story of the life and death of our Lord (Hesba Stretton) A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) Little Gretchen and the Wooden Shoe (Elizabeth Harrison) Where Love Is, God Is (Leo Tolstoy) Peter Pan and Wendy (J. M. Barrie) The Wonderful Wizard of OZ (L. Frank Baum) The Christmas Angel (Abbie Farwell Brown) The Tale of Peter Rabbit (Beatrix Potter) Toinette and the Elves (Susan Coolidge) The Heavenly Christmas Tree (Fyodor Dostoevsky) At the Back of the North Wind (George MacDonald) Christmas at Thompson Hall (Anthony Trollope) Thurlow's Christmas Story (John Kendrick Bangs) Christmas Every Day (William Dean Howells) The Lost Word (Henry van Dyke) The Nutcracker and the Mouse King (E. T. A. Hoffmann) The Little Match Girl ...
Download or read book The Christmas Holiday Cheer 180 Novels Tales Poems in One Volume Illustrated Edition written by Selma Lagerlöf and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-26 with total page 4984 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'The Christmas Holiday Cheer: 180+ Novels, Tales & Poems in One Volume (Illustrated Edition),' readers are invited to explore the rich tapestry of holiday-themed literature through an impressive compilation that spans various genres, literary movements, and historical periods. The anthology seamlessly weaves together the voices of some of the most revered authors in Western literature, presenting a collection that is as diverse in style as it is unified in theme. From the nostalgic recollections of Selma Lagerlöf and Louisa May Alcott to the poignant observations of Charles Dickens and Leo Tolstoy, this volume stands as a testament to the multifaceted nature of Christmas storytelling. Key pieces delve into themes of love, generosity, spiritual reflection, and social critique, offering a panoramic view of the holiday seasons influence on literary creativity. The contributing authors and editors of this anthology bring a wealth of cultural, historical, and literary backgrounds, enriching the collection with their unique perspectives and narratives. Their works reflect not only the individual literary heritages of countries such as England, America, Russia, and Scandinavia but also belong to broader literary movements, including Romanticism, Realism, and the Victorian era, among others. This diverse assembly of texts invites readers to traverse the globe and centuries, providing insight into the universal and enduring appeal of Christmas as a source of inspiration for storytellers. The anthology serves as a gateway to understanding the complex ways in which Christmas has been celebrated, contemplated, and reimagined through literature. 'The Christmas Holiday Cheer: 180+ Novels, Tales & Poems in One Volume (Illustrated Edition)' is an indispensable collection for anyone interested in the literary articulations of the Christmas spirit. It offers a unique opportunity to engage with the works of literary giants across time and space, all the while exploring the universally beloved theme of Christmas. This anthology is not merely a compilation of holiday stories; it is a journey through the evolving landscape of Christmas literature, making it an educational treasure trove for students of literature, history, and culture. Readers are encouraged to delve into this voluminous collection, which promises not only a festive holiday read but also a profound exploration of the human condition during the season of giving.
Download or read book Believe in Love Joy The Collection of the Greatest Christmas Novels Stories Carols Legends Illustrated Edition written by Charles Dickens and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2018-12-03 with total page 6684 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This holiday, e-artnow presents to you this unique collection of the greatest Christmas classics: most beloved novels, tales, legends, poetry & carols - to warm up your heart and rekindle your holiday sparkle: The First Christmas Of New England (Harriet Beecher Stowe) The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) Silent Night The Night After Christmas The Child Born at Bethlehem The Adoration of the Shepherds The Visit of the Wise Men As Joseph Was A-Walking The Tale of Peter Rabbit (Beatrix Potter) Where Love Is, God Is (Leo Tolstoy) The Three Kings (Henry Wadsworth Longfellow) A Christmas Carol (Samuel Taylor Coleridge) Life and Adventures of Santa Claus (L. Frank Baum) Christmas At Sea (Robert Louis Stevenson) The Savior Must Have Been A Docile Gentleman (Emily Dickinson) The Heavenly Christmas Tree (Fyodor Dostoevsky) The Little City of Hope (F. Marion Crawford) Christmas in the Olden Time (Walter Scott) Christmas In India (Rudyard Kipling) A Christmas Carol (Charles Dickens) The Twelve Days of Christmas The Wonderful Wizard of OZ (L. Frank Baum) Ring Out, Wild Bells (Alfred Lord Tennyson) Little Lord Fauntleroy (Frances Hodgson Burnett) Black Beauty (Anna Sewell) The Christmas Child (Hesba Stretton) Granny's Wonderful Chair (Frances Browne) The Romance of a Christmas Card (Kate Douglas Wiggin) Wind in the Willows (Kenneth Grahame) The Wonderful Life - Story of the life and death of our Lord (Hesba Stretton) The Christmas Angel (A. Brown) Christmas at Thompson Hall (Anthony Trollope) Christmas Every Day (William Dean Howells) The Lost Word (Henry van Dyke) The Nutcracker and the Mouse King (E. T. A. Hoffmann) The Little Match Girl The Elves and the Shoemaker Mother Holle The Star Talers Snow-White…
Download or read book Santa s Library 400 Christmas Novels Stories Poems Carols Legends written by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-09 with total page 6693 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Santa's Library: 400+ Christmas Novels, Stories, Poems, Carols & Legends presents an unparalleled collection that traverses the vast landscapes of Christmas literature, encapsulating the essence of the season through a remarkable diversity of perspectives and literary styles. From the poignant tales of Charles Dickens and the lyrical verses of William Wordsworth to the imaginative creations of L. Frank Baum and the folkloric compilations by the Brothers Grimm, this anthology offers a comprehensive exploration of Christmas narratives. These works, varying from the profoundly religious to the whimsically secular, collectively highlight the multifaceted nature of the holiday and its universal appeal across cultures and generations, weaving a rich tapestry of festivity, reflection, joy, and unity. The editors have meticulously curated works from an impressive array of authors, each contributing their unique voice to the overarching theme of Christmas. The collection spans several centuries, featuring seminal figures in literature such as Shakespeare and Chekhov, alongside influential cultural icons like Booker T. Washington and Hans Christian Andersen. This blend of literary giants, rooted in diverse historical, cultural, and social milieus, significantly enriches the anthologys exploration of Christmas, allowing for a multifarious examination of its customs, its ethos, and its impact on human empathy and moral values. Through this historic and cultural lens, readers gain a deeper appreciation for the holiday's role in shaping literary and societal narratives. Santa's Library offers readers an exceptional opportunity to delve into the Christmas spirit as envisioned by over a hundred of the worlds most beloved writers. It opens a window to the holiday's universal themes of hope, generosity, and peace, celebrated through a multitude of voices and styles. Enthusiasts of literature and Christmas alike will find in this expansive anthology a treasure trove of Christmas cheer, historical insight, and literary excellence. It's an invitation to explore the depth and breadth of the Christmas experience, making it an essential addition to any bookshelf for both its educational value and its capacity to inspire and unite through the power of storytelling.
Download or read book A Church of Passion and Hope written by Gill K. Goulding CJ and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2015-11-19 with total page 341 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jesuits have contributed to the life and theological development of the Church for many generations - culminating in Pope Francis, the first Jesuit Pope. Ignatius Loyola called his men and all those inspired by the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises to a certain ecclesial disposition a way of thinking, judging and feeling with the Church. Gill Goulding discusses the key texts from St Ignatius' life and work to identify the Ignatian ecclesial disposition that is centered on Christ. It is fuelled by a Trinitarian horizon, and with a clear emphasis on the dignity of every human person. Golding introduces and examines key historical figures such as St Pierre Favre and Mary Ward; as well as two of the major 20th century theologians - Henri de Lubac and Avery Dulles. Finally, Goulding highlights the Ignatian ecclesial disposition in the highest authority of the contemporary Roman Catholic Church, in the background to the pontificates of John Paul II, Benedict XVI and Francis, focusing on the centrality of Christ and the work of the New Evangelization. This book raises the key questions of the relationship between Christ and the Church as the body of Christ. It indicates the importance of maintaining a Trinitarian horizon in theological vision and raises the pertinent if difficult question of the meaning of Christian obedience. Goulding also underlines the importance of the integration of spirituality and theology which has ramifications for all Christian denominations and possibilities for ongoing inter-faith dialogue.
Download or read book Scars Behind the Wall I written by Gabriela Contartese Tulián and published by Editorial Dunken. This book was released on 2024-08-23 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Vera decides to travel from Argentina on holidays with her best friend to Los Angeles, the city of glamour and beauty stereotypes, she is unaware of how her life will turn around as she bumps into a famous Hollywood star, whose life is under the scrutiny of the cameras of paparazzi, so different from hers. Vera has seen Theo on the big screen many times, but little does she know that an unforeseen event will bring the two of them together and so, unexpectedly, love, desire, and passion join their paths facing them with the unavoidable challenge of choosing a different destiny. Scars Behind the Wall is a novel that tells the story of a woman who at an early age is forced to endure a bilateral mastectomy due to breast cancer. This makes Vera radically change the way she sees her body, deciding to turn off her sexuality and sensuality completely and lead her life alone away from men. In addition to stating how we all have some kind of physical or emotional scar, the reader will bear witness to whether Theo will manage with his love to break through the wall Vera has built around her heart, and thus make her rediscover a more compassionate image of her body and everything she has been through. Scars behind the Wall will surprise you, move you, and make you fall in love.
Download or read book The Honey comb written by Ruth Van Saun and published by . This book was released on 1920 with total page 548 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
