The Best Valentine's Day Ever and other stories

The Best Valentine's Day Ever and other stories
Author: Anna Jacobs
Publisher: Allison & Busby Ltd
Total Pages: 329
Release: 2022-01-20
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0749028416

Previously published as Short and Sweet. A heartwarming collection of short stories from the beloved author. Romance can be found in every corner of the world and has changed the lives of people in every period of history. In this collection of sixteen stand-alone short stories including a brand new tale, Anna Jacobs encapsulates the spark of first love and the glow of second chances in her inimitable style which fans new and old will take to their hearts. This collection includes: The Best Valentine's Day Ever: Heartbreak prompts Chrissie to seek comfort with her gran, Nancy. But unhappiness and misunderstandings turn into a double celebration across generations. The Group Settler's Wife: Western Australia, 1924. Maggie is forging a new life for her family, the chance for a fresh start for them all after the lingering effects of war. In an unfamiliar setting and unaccustomed to the rough and ready conditions of pioneer life, Maggie discovers a stronger side to herself and will find happiness where she did not expect it. Previously published as Short and Sweet, The Best Valentine's Day Ever and other stories includes a new short story.

Love Monster and the Last Chocolate

Love Monster and the Last Chocolate
Author: Rachel Bright
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2015-12-15
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1466895160

From Rachel Bright, creator of the #1 Publishers Weekly bestseller Love Monster comes a new story about sharing and chocolate—perfect for Valentine's Day. When Love Monster comes home from vacation, he discovers a box of chocolates on his doorstep. He knows he should share it with his friends, but what if there's none left for him after everyone has a piece? What if they take his favorite-the double chocolate strawberry swirl? And even worse-what if the only piece left is the coffee-flavored one? Ick! In the end, Love Monster learns that sharing with friends is the sweetest treat of all.

The Best Valentine in the World

The Best Valentine in the World
Author: Marjorie Weinman Sharmat
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1982
Genre: Foxes
ISBN: 9780823404407

Although Ferdinand has worked on his valentine for Florette since November, he's sure that she's forgotten him on Valentine's Day.

The Great Valentine's Day Balloon Race

The Great Valentine's Day Balloon Race
Author: Adrienne Adams
Publisher: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
Total Pages: 36
Release: 1986
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9780689710858

Bonnie and Orson, two young rabbits, build a hot air balloon to enter in a St. Valentine's Day balloon race.

One Very Best Valentine's Day

One Very Best Valentine's Day
Author: Joan W. Blos
Publisher: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1998
Genre: Families
ISBN: 9780689819445

When Barbara's treasured bracelet of tiny hearts breaks, the little girl gets a wonderful idea. She can't wait for Valentine's Day to show her family just how much she loves them with a very special surprise.

Pete the Cat: Valentine's Day Is Cool

Pete the Cat: Valentine's Day Is Cool
Author: James Dean
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2013-11-26
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0062198661

New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean takes us on an awesome trip with Pete the Cat as he discovers just how special Valentine's Day can be! At first, Pete thinks Valentine's Day isn't cool...until he realizes all the special cats there are in his life. Once Pete the Cat realizes how much fun Valentine’s Day can be, he decides to make valentine cards for his family and friends. But what happens when he realizes he's forgotten to make a card for a very important cat?

The Giant Hug

The Giant Hug
Author: Sandra Horning
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 47
Release: 2012-05-30
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0307982343

How do you give your granny a hug when she lives far away? Send it through the mail, of course! This sweet story makes a perfect gift for Mother's Day for the granny in your life, whether she lives close or far! Owen’s hug travels across the country in a series of hilarious, sometimes awkward, always heartfelt embraces between animals of different shapes and sizes. Valeri Gorbachev’s adorable artwork pairs beautifully with Sandra Horning’s charming text, and makes for a fun, funny, and educational read-aloud. An unexpected twist at the end will delight readers and have kids asking for this book again and again.

Be Mine, Be Mine, Sweet Valentine

Be Mine, Be Mine, Sweet Valentine
Author: Sarah Weeks
Publisher: HarperFestival
Total Pages: 20
Release: 2005-12-13
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9780694015146

Each animal decides to give their valentine something meaningful to them, with flaps revealing the special gift.

10 Valentine Friends

10 Valentine Friends
Author: Janet Schulman
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 26
Release: 2012-12-26
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0375871306

It's Valentine's Day and the 10 little neighbors in this book are busy making Valentines for their closest friends. A dinosaur card, thinks little Pete, My pal Max would find really neat. Will everyone get a Valentine at the big Valentine's Day party? You can count on it! With its fun counting element, bouncy text, and adorable illustrations, this book is the perfect gift for young lovebugs.

Passions

Passions
Author: Carolyne Roehm
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2021-09-15
Genre:
ISBN: 9780578940465

3 book set