Something More for Christmas

Something More for Christmas
Author: Kim Findlay
Publisher: Runaway Romance
Total Pages: 72
Release: 2024-10-17
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9990455406

Taranis Growing up with a druid mother, the holiday season had been a little different for me. I didn't really do Christmas. But when my teammate's girlfriend brings along a bubbly redhead who seems interested in my lonely self, maybe this year Christmas would be different. Penny With no better plans for the holidays, I joined my college roommate on a visit to see her hockey player boyfriend. I expected snow, hockey, and a lot of time leaving the two lovers alone. I didn't expect a connection with his broody teammate, but this year, maybe I was getting something more for Christmas. This short story was previously available in the holiday anthologies Stockings Were Hung and Melting the Ice. It has been lightly edited since.

Something for Christmas

Something for Christmas
Author: Palmer Brown
Publisher: New York Review of Books
Total Pages: 41
Release: 2011-09-20
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1590174623

“What are you doing, dear?” “It’s a secret.” “Secrets are better if you share them a little. So tell Mother why you look so sad on Christmas Eve.” “I am wondering what to give—someone—for Christmas.” So begins the story of a little mouse’s search for a very special gift for a very special person. Nothing seems just right until the little mouse realizes that the best present of all is already at hand. Palmer Brown has given us something special for Christmas—or any day—an entrancingly lovely story, filled with the true spirit of the holiday season.

Plan Your Year

Plan Your Year
Author: Pam Barnhill
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2019-05-07
Genre:
ISBN: 9780999742129

There's Something About Christmas

There's Something About Christmas
Author: Debbie Macomber
Publisher: MIRA
Total Pages: 205
Release: 2019-11-11
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1488064679

Settle in for a sweet treat with this classic Christmas story from #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber. Emma Collins has always believed that the world is divided into two kinds of people: those who love fruitcake and those who don’t. She’s firmly in the second category, so it’s ironic that her first major assignment for the Puyallup, Washington, Examiner is a series of articles about…fruitcake. At least it’s a step up from writing obituaries. Her task is to interview the finalists in a fruitcake recipe contest, and that means traveling around the state. Actually…flying around the state. Local pilot Oliver Hamilton, who’s starting an airfreight business, has agreed to take her wherever she needs to go, in exchange for free advertising. Unfortunately Emma hates small planes—almost as much as she hates fruitcake. But in the weeks leading up to Christmas, Emma discovers Oliver is not quite the Scrooge he sometimes seems. It all reminds her that there’s something about Christmas. Something special… Originally published in 2005

Something More

Something More
Author: Jackie Khalilieh
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 313
Release: 2023-06-06
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 1774882140

A contemporary teen romance novel featuring a Palestinian-Canadian girl trying to hide her autism diagnosis while navigating her first year of high school, for fans of Jenny Han and Samira Ahmed. Fifteen-year-old Jessie, a quirky loner obsessed with the nineties, is diagnosed as autistic just weeks before starting high school. Determined to make a fresh start and keep her diagnosis a secret, Jessie creates a list of goals that range from acquiring two distinct eyebrows to getting a magical first kiss and landing a spot in the school play. Within the halls of Holy Trinity High, she finds a world where things are no longer black and white and quickly learns that living in color is much more fun. But Jessie gets more than she bargained for when two very different boys steal her heart, forcing her to go off-script.

Must Mean Something More (A Gay Christmas Novella)

Must Mean Something More (A Gay Christmas Novella)
Author: Jae Williams
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-08-08
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

He was Adam. He was straight. He was just my friend. We weren't actually dating. This was the year that my mom's guilt trips finally worked. I was going home for Christmas, although the prospects of this trip didn't seem too great. I hadn't been home since I came out as gay a few years ago, and I certainly wasn't planning on bringing anyone home with me. But then my straight friend Adam volunteered to come with me as a buffer between me and my judgmental family. Turns out he did too good a job because one moment my uncle is making a homophobic joke, and the next thing I know, Adam is kissing me just to piss him off. So now everyone thinks we're dating, and instead of correcting them, we're going along with it. Just me and my straight fake boyfriend. My straight fake boyfriend who is also super hot and who I now can't stop thinking about kissing. What could possibly go wrong?

Her Very Merry Mistake (Christmas Romantic Comedy Novella)

Her Very Merry Mistake (Christmas Romantic Comedy Novella)
Author: Darlene Gardner
Publisher: Darlene Gardner
Total Pages: 57
Release: 2014-12-08
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Lenora Patterson should have kept her lips zipped. Because she didn't, the listeners of a popular morning radio show believe the most maddening man Lenora has ever met is the love of her life. So does Nikos Calloway, the maddening man himself. And all the guests at a destination wedding where Lenora finds herself as Nikos’s plus one. In a snowy backdrop with the magic of the holiday season all around, how can Lenora convince Nikos—and herself, as well—that it’s all a big mistake?

CHARLES DICKENS – The Complete Short Stories: 190+ Christmas Tales, Social Sketches, Tales for Children & Other Stories (Illustrated)

CHARLES DICKENS – The Complete Short Stories: 190+ Christmas Tales, Social Sketches, Tales for Children & Other Stories (Illustrated)
Author: Charles Dickens
Publisher: e-artnow
Total Pages: 3167
Release: 2017-02-27
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 8026873149

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.

Christmas Under the Veil of Mystery – Ultimate Collection for the Murder Mystery Holiday

Christmas Under the Veil of Mystery – Ultimate Collection for the Murder Mystery Holiday
Author: Charles Dickens
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 9594
Release: 2023-12-10
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Christmas Under the Veil of Mystery Ultimate Collection for the Murder Mystery Holiday juxtaposes the joy and tranquility often associated with the holiday season against the dark, compelling allure of the murder mystery genre. Through an exquisite selection of tales by some of the most venerated authors in mystery and detective fiction, this anthology explores the multifaceted ways in which the festive season can serve as a backdrop for stories of intrigue, suspense, and revelation. The diversity of literary styles, from the keen psychological insights of Edgar Allan Poe to the intricate plotting of Agatha Christie, provides a rich tapestry of narratives that underscore the complexity and enduring appeal of the genre. These compelling stories not only entertain but also illuminate the shadows that lie beneath the surface of our festive traditions. The contributing authors and editors, hailing from various backgrounds and time periods, collectively contribute a wealth of perspectives to the anthology. Their works reflect significant historical, cultural, and literary movements, from the burgeoning detective fiction craze of the late 19th century to the golden age of the whodunit. This convergence of singular talents, including pioneers like Arthur Conan Doyle and innovators such as Anna Katharine Green, creates a mosaic of storytelling that enriches the reader's understanding of the theme, while offering insights into the evolution of the mystery genre itself. Christmas Under the Veil of Mystery invites readers to explore a fascinating composite of mystery and merriment. This anthology serves as a unique educational tool, offering readers not just entertainment but a deeper appreciation for the craftsmanship behind some of the most influential works in mystery fiction. It is an essential collection for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the breadth of narratives that can be spun from the intersection of the festive and the forensic, and a testament to the enduring fascination with the mysteries that lurk just beneath the surface of our celebrations.

The Words and Music of Taylor Swift

The Words and Music of Taylor Swift
Author: James E. Perone
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 137
Release: 2017-07-14
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1440852952

This scholarly analysis of the music of Taylor Swift identifies how and why she is one of the early 21st century's most recognizable and most popular stars. By the age of 13, singer-songwriter Taylor Swift had already inked a development deal with a major record label. This early milestone was an appropriate predictor of what accomplishments were to come. Now a superstar artist with an international fanbase of millions and several critically acclaimed and commercially successful albums, Swift has established herself as one of the most important musicians of the 21st century. This accessible book serves Taylor Swift fans as well as students of contemporary popular music and popular culture, critically examining all of this young artist's work to date. The book's organization is primarily chronological, covering Taylor Swift's album and single releases in order of release date while also documenting the elements of her music and personality that have made her popular with fans of country music and pop music across a surprisingly diverse age range of listeners. The chapters address how Swift's songs have been viewed by some fans as anthems of empowerment or messages of encouragement, particularly by members of the LGBTQ community, those who have been bullied or been seen as outsiders, and emerging artists. The final chapter places Swift's work and her public persona in the context of her times with respect to her use of and relationship with technology—for example, her use of social media and songwriting technology—and her expressions of a new type of feminism that is unlike the feminism of the 1970s.