Kristie’s Crazy Christmas

Kristie’s Crazy Christmas
Author: Connie Handman
Publisher: WestBow Press
Total Pages: 63
Release: 2018-09-05
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1973604744

Hey, friend, get in! Strap in. Take a spin. Feel the wind, as you go way up and way down. To ride or not to ride—that is the question! ’Cause you don’t ride with just anyone. Well, here’s some info that should put your mind completely at ease. You’ll love this emotionally charged ride if you do mental gymnastics (like to pretend, imagine, daydream, or do anything else that works your brain); if you get high on racing horses, cats, or critters in general; if you go bonkers over special activities, like family vacations; or if you adore surprises! So buy your tickets and come along. You can’t go wrong!

Crazy Busy Keto

Crazy Busy Keto
Author: Kristie Sullivan
Publisher: Victory Belt Publishing
Total Pages: 176
Release: 2019-11-26
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 1628603925

“Crazy busy” is a phrase we use when the week seems to spin out of control—like when the school project has to be done tomorrow but necessitates a trip to the craft store, which you will do after the dental appointment and the PTA meeting on your way to pick up the dog from the vet. How are you going to fit in a meal that leaves you feeling satisfied without kicking you out of ketosis? Crazy Busy Keto makes sticking to a low-carb, ketogenic diet easier than ever by making it simple. Whether you’re juggling work, school, children, pets, travel, or all of the above, you can follow keto with the simple tips and shortcuts outlined in this book. Kristie Sullivan has done the work for you by finding great low-carb options wherever you are, in as much or as little time as you have to eat. From grab-and-go convenience store and grocery store selections to hotel breakfasts to restaurant lunches and dinners, her quick and easy tips will streamline your keto life. There are breakfast options that are faster than a drive-thru, lunch ideas that don’t require refrigeration, and shopping tips that will save you time and money. Kristie has also included special tips for traveling, storing foods on the go, and slashing minutes off the clock each day, along with easy ways to avoid food waste. Each chapter features recipes that can be made without access to a full kitchen and use common ingredients—no special-ordering anything online. Many of the recipes are traditional favorites that can easily be cooked in a microwave, such as lasagna, spinach artichoke dip, and even cheesecake, which can be made with as few as five ingredients and tastes amazing! In addition, Kristie gives ideas for lightning-fast assembled meals that will hit the spot in a pinch. The book also includes shopping lists for stocking your pantry, fridge, and freezer so that you have what you need, when you need it. Sample recipes include: Good Morning Granola Salad Bar Crustless Quiche (grab pre-prepped ingredients from your fridge or shop the grocery store salad bar!) Cold Pizza Bowl Deconstructed Chicken Cordon Bleu Speedy Creamed Spinach Loaded Baked Yellow Squash Cheese Cracker Snacks Peanut Butter Fudge Life isn’t perfect, but your macros can be when you learn how to survive and thrive with Crazy Busy Keto.

Mallory's Christmas Wish (The Baby-Sitters Club #92)

Mallory's Christmas Wish (The Baby-Sitters Club #92)
Author: Ann M. Martin
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Total Pages: 113
Release: 2015-02-24
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0545792088

Loving the holiday season but hating its commercialism, Mallory coordinates an old-fashioned family Christmas of baking and trimming that attracts media attention, but Mallory begins to fear that the chaotic film crews will spoil her plans.

Christmas in Peachtree Bluff

Christmas in Peachtree Bluff
Author: Kristy Woodson Harvey
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 432
Release: 2021-10-26
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1982185228

The newest installment of the New York Times bestselling Peachtree Bluff series follows three generations of Murphy women as they come together to face a hurricane that threatens their hometown—and the holiday season—in this “book equivalent of a warm and fuzzy pair of socks” (E! Online). When the Murphy women are in trouble, they always know they can turn to their mother, Ansley. So when eldest daughter Caroline and her husband announce they are divorcing—and fifteen-year-old daughter Vivi acts out in response—Caroline, at her wits end, can’t think of anything to do besides leave her with Ansley in Peachtree Bluff for the holidays. After all, how much trouble can one teenager get into on a tiny island? Quite a lot, as it turns out. As the “storm of the century” heads toward Peachtree Bluff, Ansley and her husband, Jack, with Vivi in tow, are grateful they’re planning to leave for the trip of a lifetime. But Vivi’s recklessness forces the trio to shelter in place during the worst hurricane Peachtree has ever seen. With no power, no provisions, and the water rising, the circumstances become dire very quickly…and the Murphy sisters soon realize it’s up to them to conduct a rescue mission. With the bridges closed and no way to access Peachtree Bluff by land or air, they set sail on Caroline’s boat, The Starlite Sisters, determined to rebuild their beloved town—and their family. In “pitch perfect tones” (Publishers Weekly) and written with her signature Southern charm, New York Times bestselling author Kristy Woodson Harvey explores the magic of Christmas, the power of forgiveness, and the importance of family in a tale that reminds us that, no matter the circumstances, home is always where we belong—especially during the holidays.

The Billionaire Who Bought Christmas

The Billionaire Who Bought Christmas
Author: Barbara Dunlop
Publisher: Silhouette
Total Pages: 188
Release: 2007-11-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1426808216

WIFE TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER To save the family fortune, billionaire Jack Osland had to marry a woman he barely knew. Getting struggling clothing designer Kristy Mahoney to a Las Vegas chapel a minute after meeting her was no problem. Even though she supposedly loved someone else. Prenup in hand, Jack planned to enjoy his wedding-night privileges, then walk away with the untouchable Osland billions. He'd teach his gorgeous temporary bride a little lesson and have a very merry Christmas. But he had married the wrong woman....

Christmas in Peachtree Bluff

Christmas in Peachtree Bluff
Author: Kristy Woodson Harvey
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 432
Release: 2022-10-25
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 198218521X

"In the newest installment of USA TODAY bestselling author Kristy Woodson Harvey's Peachtree Bluff series, three generations of the Murphy women must come together when a hurricane threatens to destroy their hometown-and the holiday season in the process"--

Growing Up Keto

Growing Up Keto
Author: Kristie Sullivan
Publisher: Victory Belt Publishing
Total Pages: 522
Release: 2020-11-10
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 162860185X

Bestselling author Kristie Sullivan teamed up with her teenage kids, Grace and Jonathan, to deliver the ultimate keto family cookbook, Growing Up Keto. This inspiring book stems from Kristie’s personal struggles with growing up obese and then finally finding the right nutritional path for herself and, eventually, her family. The keto lifestyle proved to be the right fit for Kristie, who experienced dramatic weight loss and optimized health. Above and beyond being a success story, Kristie is a busy working mom who is devoted to the health of her two children. When she saw her own daughter begin to struggle with weight just as she had as a child, Kristie committed to supporting her by providing delicious low-carb options, focusing on health instead of weight, and setting an example. With her mother’s guidance, Grace made the choice to adopt a keto lifestyle herself, and later on, Jonathan did as well. After years of success, the Sullivan family brings you a first-of-its-kind cookbook dedicated to young adults, teens, kids, and—you guessed it—their parents! Growing Up Keto combines the Sullivans’ heartwarming family narrative with a practical, safe, and kid-friendly approach to adopting a low-carb, ketogenic lifestyle. The recipes featured in the book were created with the health needs and tastes of kids and teens in mind. Some are so simple that youngsters can take over in the kitchen with little or no help from Mom or Dad. There are also recipes for celebrations with extended family and friends and meals that parents and kids can cook together, making even simple weeknight dinners more fun. Kristie also includes useful tools and information for parents of kids who eat keto, such as tips and tricks for surviving sleepovers, camp, and other social activities that involve food as well as a guide to helping kids make independent and informed choices for a lifetime of healthy eating. Growing Up Keto is complete with breakfasts, including quick morning meals; lunches, including handy tips on packing for school and overnight trips; main dishes, including celebratory meals; and, of course, classic desserts that kids love. With plenty of options for a wide range of palates, Kristie, Grace, and Jonathan leave nothing out. Kids and adults alike will feel satisfied, happy, and healthy! Sample recipes include: Sheet Pan Blueberry Pancakes Three Amigos Dip Roasted Marinated Cheese Pizza Soup Sheet Pan Fajitas Marinated Beef Kabobs Cashew Chicken Double-Stuffed Chocolate Waffle Dessert Pumpkin Spice Roll and many more!

Hope for Christmas

Hope for Christmas
Author: Stacy Finz
Publisher: Lyrical Press
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2017-10-10
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1516102142

This Christmas in snow-capped Nugget, California, the gift of a second chance is all anyone can wish for . . . Sparkling lights, sugar cookies, a fragrant tree—Emily McCreedy is checking off her list for a perfect holiday with a new baby on her hip, two adorable stepsons hunting for presents, and her husband’s love shoring up the life she rebuilt after the unbelievable tragedy of losing her young daughter to abduction seven years ago. But the merriment dims when Emily receives a strange note alluding to her daughter’s disappearance. Emily’s sure Christmas miracles are only for TV movies, but with each new communication, she finds herself face to face with the one thing that matters most—hope. PRAISE FOR STACY FINZ “Stacy Finz is a unique new voice. Nugget, California, is a charming small town filled with inventive characters and sweet romance.” —Jill Shalvis, New York Times bestselling author “Tender and touching, Stacy Finz writes romance with heart.” —Marina Adair

Hazardous Holiday

Hazardous Holiday
Author: Liz Johnson
Publisher: Harlequin
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2016-12-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1488008868

As Christmas approaches, a Navy SEAL will stop at nothing to protect his fallen cousin’s widow in this suspenseful holiday romance. Just in time for the holidays, Navy SEAL Zach McCloud returns home from deployment. But there’s little time for celebration before he discovers that someone wants his family dead. When he married his cousin’s struggling widow, he vowed to do anything he could to help her and her seriously ill son. Now he’ll risk everything to protect them . . . even if their arrangement is only temporary. Kristi is certain an unhappy client from her law firm is determined to hunt her down. But when a sniper bullet wildly misses its target, they begin to question who the intended victim is. Working together, Zach and Kristi must keep little Cody safe from the nefarious forces determined to make this Christmas their last.