One Lucky Christmas

One Lucky Christmas
Author: Regina Brownell
Publisher: Open Road Media
Total Pages: 348
Release: 2022-11-03
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1504081501

Can a blind date finally lead to true love? Bookshop owner Kasey wishes her mother could accept her for who she is and would stop trying to run her life. Kasey has already gone on a string of blind dates—with everyone from an underwear model to a guy whose greatest talent was burping the alphabet. As Christmas draws closer, she finds herself on another date expecting yet another disaster. But Tobias takes her by surprise and Kasey finally believes she might have hit the jackpot. Could he be the one? And will she get the Christmas she’s always dreamed of, or will it all come crashing down? “A lovely feel-good Christmas read to curl up on the sofa and enjoy!” —Amazon review, five stars “Just loved everything about this book and can't fault it in any way at all.” —Amazon review, five stars “My favourite Christmas read.” —Amazon reviewer, five stars

A Very Lucky Christmas

A Very Lucky Christmas
Author: Lilac Mills
Publisher: Canelo
Total Pages: 319
Release: 2018-08-20
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1788632745

Things can't get worse for Daisy Jones... can they? Christmas is meant to be the happiest time of year so why is absolutely everything going wrong for Daisy? Reeling from a bad breakup, moving back in with her parents and hounded by trouble at work she really shouldn’t be surprised when things go from bad to worse... and she ends up in A&E! After choking on the silver sixpence hidden in the Christmas pudding, Daisy is saved by the dashing Dr Noah Hartley and things finally start to look up. But is Daisy's luck finally changing for the better, or is Noah just another bad penny? With Christmas Day just around the corner Daisy’s determined to make her own luck and hopefully bag herself a dishy doc in the process! A heartwarming festive romance perfect for fans of Holly Martin, Debbie Johnson and Daisy James. What readers are saying about A Very Lucky Christmas: "This book!!! I laughed so hard and loved these characters!" Reader review "This is a perfect Christmas read!" Reader review "This fun Christmas romance has it all" Reader review "This book is hilarious and the perfect Christmas season read" Reader review "It’s a fun and festive romance with some bite, perfect for Christmas" Reader review "A delight of a book... I couldn’t put it down. Absolutely hilarious... a relaxing read - but hard to get away from." Reader review "Great festive read." Reader review "I was so drawn into the storylines and the characters... Funny, full of laughs and... heart-warming." The Cosiest Corner "I really enjoyed this book... It was lovely to curl up on the sofa on a really wet day and forget about the world outside. I would definitely recommend this book." Reader review

Analyzing Christmas in Film

Analyzing Christmas in Film
Author: Lauren Rosewarne
Publisher: Lexington Books
Total Pages: 559
Release: 2017-12-06
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1498541828

Film plays a vital role in the celebration of Christmas. For decades, it has taught audiences about what the celebration of the season looks like – from the decorations to the costumes and to the expected snowy weather – as well as mirrors our own festivities back to us. Films like It’s a Wonderful Life and Home Alone have come to play key roles in real-life domestic celebrations: watching such titles has become, for many families, every bit as important as tree-trimming and leaving cookies out for Santa. These films have exported the American take on the holiday far and wide and helped us conjure an image of the perfect holiday. Rather than settling the ‘what is a Christmas film?’ debate – indeed, Die Hard and Lethal Weapon are discussed within – Analyzing Christmas in Film: Santa to the Supernatural focuses on the how Christmas is presented on the deluge of occasions when it appears. While most Christmas films are secular, religion makes many cameos, appearing through Nativity references, storylines involving spiritual rebirth, the framing of Santa as a Christ-like figure and the all-importance of family, be it the Holy family or just those gathered around the dining table. Also explored are popular narratives involving battles with stress and melancholy, single parents and Christmas martyrs, visits from ghosts and angels, big cities and small towns, break-ups and make-ups and the ticking clock of mortality. Nearly 1000 films are analyzed in this volume to determine what the portrayal of Christmas reveals about culture, society and faith as well as sex roles, consumerism, aesthetics and aspiration.

Winter Wonderland: A Holiday Collection

Winter Wonderland: A Holiday Collection
Author:
Publisher: Creators Publishing
Total Pages: 163
Release: 2019-11-22
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 1949673219

Ready to cozy up with a warm mug of cocoa and a good book? Get ahead of the yuletide festivities with this wholesome collection of holiday columns. Read up on the ins and outs of gift shopping for every loved one in your life, discover the do’s and don’ts of entertaining, and learn about the history and traditions of this wonderful time of year. You have never encountered a more perfect go-to guide than this one!

Christmas at the Little Waffle Shack

Christmas at the Little Waffle Shack
Author: Helen Rolfe
Publisher: Boldwood Books Ltd
Total Pages: 263
Release: 2022-04-26
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1804155799

Heritage Cove is in full swing for the festive season and as the temperature dips, who will be lucky in love this Christmas? It's December in Heritage Cove and along with the village Christmas tree, frosty mornings and the promise of the most wonderful time of the year, the new waffle shack is about to open. And its owner isn't a stranger to the Cove, because after all this time, Daniel is back to make amends with his brother Harvey – as well as a few other locals he might have offended along the way. Fairly new to the village, local blacksmith Lucy has kept up the pretence of being with her ex for the sake of his gran but she’s fed up with all the lies. Determined to come clean and live the life she wants to live, she’s devastated to find that her attraction to Daniel is tainted by the fact he’s hiding a few things of his own. And his secrets are ones she isn’t sure she’ll ever be able to get past. Heritage Cove is full of friendship and community; it’s a welcoming place people visit and never want to leave. But will it work its magic for Daniel and Lucy? A festive read packed with Christmas romance, love and second chances, this is Book 2 in a series of standalone novels set in Heritage Cove, the little village by the sea... *Please note this is a re-release of Christmas at the Little Waffle Shack, previously published by Helen J Rolfe* Praise for Helen Rolfe’s heartwarming stories: ‘I really loved this book. I fully intended to save it for the long bank holiday weekend, to be enjoyed leisurely over a few days, but I ended up devouring it all in just two sittings...’ Jo Bartlett ‘One to curl up with after a long hard day, and know you are just going to be treated to a cosy atmosphere, realistic characters that you will come to care for’ Rachel's Random Reads 'Such a perfect gift of a book!' Reader Review ‘Helen Rolfe is an absolute specialist at building cosy communities and making me want to live there. I want the characters as my friends!’ Sue Moorcroft ‘Heritage Cove has this wonderful community spirit that I so want to be part of...the balance between the emotional moments, tough relatable topics against the light-hearted fun was done ever so well’ Love Books Actually 'What a beautiful story filled with happiness, comedy and lovely characters' Reader Review ‘I was gripped by the story from start to finish and the end of the book left me feeling all warm and fuzzy inside’ Ginger Book Geek

A Journey in Santa's Country

A Journey in Santa's Country
Author: Rene Tinescu
Publisher: ROȘU CONSTANTIN
Total Pages: 30
Release: 2024-01-02
Genre: Art
ISBN:

Discover the magic of the holidays with 'A Journey to Santa's Land,' a charming tale that brings to the forefront the picturesque Lapland, especially Santa's city, Rovaniemi. Little Rene is caught in an extraordinary adventure to Santa's house, encountering mischievous reindeer, the bustling workshop of the elves, the talents of the dwarves, and the deep mysteries of Santa's Archive. This enchanting journey provides a magical perspective on Christmas, breathing life into the dreams of the inhabitants of a small village that transforms the landscape into an enchanted oasis. Under the starry sky, the elves and dwarves bring the entire community to life, joyfully welcoming Santa Claus and embracing the unique charm of the holidays. 'A Journey to Santa's Land' is a captivating story for the whole family, filled with adventure, hope, and the magic of Christmas. Embrace the holiday spirit and explore the enchantment of this fascinating journey.

Honourable Warriors

Honourable Warriors
Author: Richard Streatfeild
Publisher: Pen and Sword
Total Pages: 271
Release: 2014-04-30
Genre: History
ISBN: 1473834805

In 2009 Major Richard Streatfeild and his men fought for six months against the Taliban in Sangin, northern Helmand. They were engaged in over 800 fire-fights. They were the target of more than 200 improvised explosive devices. Ten men in his company were killed, 50 were wounded. This is their story and it is the story, from the front line, of Western intervention in Afghanistan. His graphic personal account gives an inside view of the physical, psychological and political battle to come to terms with severe casualties and the stress of battle while seeking the support of the local population. It is also an account of strategy being turned into action - of the essential interplay of the personal and professional in the most testing of circumstances. He describes the day-to-day operations, and he provides a fascinating record of the Taliban's guerrilla tactics and the British response to them. His narrative gives a direct insight into the experiences of soldiers who had to face down their fear throughout a prolonged tour of duty on the Afghan battlefield.His narrative is essential reading for anyone who cares to understand the nature of the war in Afghanistan and how the odds are stacked against the army's success. For the British intervention in Helmand is a microcosm of the Nato-led mission launched against the Taliban and al Qaeda.As seen in The Daily Mail, The Guardian, The Mail on Sunday, Sussex Express and The Argus, Featured on BBC Radio 4 ' The Today' programme and on BBC South East Television

True Believers

True Believers
Author: Joe Queenan
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 254
Release: 2004-04
Genre: Humor
ISBN: 9780312423216

Why do fans live and die with their teams? For Yankee, Cowboy, and Laker fans the answer is fairly clear: the return on investment is relatively high. But why do people root so passionately for tragically inept teams like the Boston Red Sox, the Chicago Cubs, and the Philadelphia Phillies? Why do people organize their emotional lives around lackluster franchises such as the Cleveland Cavaliers, the San Diego Padres, and the Phoenix Suns, none of whom have ever won a single championship in their entire history? Is it pure tribalism? An attempt to maintain contact with one's vanished childhood? In True Believers, humorist and lifelong Philly fan Joe Queenan answers these and many other questions, shedding light on--and reveling in--the culture and psychology of his countless fellow fans.