The Christmas Fix Up

The Christmas Fix Up
Author: Barbara Ankrum
Publisher: Tule Publishing
Total Pages: 197
Release: 2021-10-11
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1954894503

Heaven made a mistake. Can one clumsy, rebellious angel right a wrong by Christmas Eve without losing her heart? Angel Elspeth Aloysious is hidden in celestial clerical work to avoid painful memories when her mentor sends her on her first earthly mingle. Her task—open the closed heart of the handsome and busy Sam Wynter so his daughter can have a new mother before she drifts too far from her destiny. Elle has one week and one rule—don’t fall for Sam. Sam Wynter has no intention of remarrying. Instead, he’s focused on raising his daughter Molly and building his career. But when he meets a captivating and beautiful stranger in town for the holidays, he rediscovers joy and a sense of fun with Elle through donating his time and skills to those in need. Both Sam and Molly quickly bond with the sparkling Elle, and Sam starts to dream of a different future. The clock is ticking down on Elle’s time on Earth. Can these two mismatched soulmates, who are worlds apart, find their happy ever after?

The Christmas Fix

The Christmas Fix
Author: Lucy Score
Publisher: Hodder Paperbacks
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-11-07
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9781399735537

The Story of Christmas

The Story of Christmas
Author: Patricia A. Pingry
Publisher: Worthy Kids/Ideals
Total Pages: 22
Release: 2022-10-04
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781546002338

Discover the story of the first Christmas in this newly illustrated classic, perfect for little ones curious about the story behind their holiday celebrations. Expertly crafted for the attention span of toddlers, this simple book tells the biblical story of Christmas--from the Annunciation to the birth of Jesus and the arrival of the wise men. The story also helps little listeners understand the connection between the first Christmas and today's celebrations and traditions. With bright illustrations and a toddler-friendly length of about 200 words, this book is an age-appropriate way to introduce the story of the Nativity. A perfect addition for Christmas stockings!

A Christmas Story

A Christmas Story
Author: Jean Shepherd
Publisher: Crown
Total Pages: 109
Release: 2010-10-27
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0307768732

A beloved, bestselling classic of humorous and nostalgic Americana—the book that inspired the equally classic Yuletide film and the live musical on Fox. The holiday film A Christmas Story, first released in 1983, has become a bona fide Christmas perennial, gaining in stature and fame with each succeeding year. Its affectionate, wacky, and wryly realistic portrayal of an American family’s typical Christmas joys and travails in small-town Depression-era Indiana has entered our imagination and our hearts with a force equal to It’s a Wonderful Life and Miracle on 34th Street. This edition of A Christmas Story gathers together in one hilarious volume the gems of autobiographical humor that Jean Shepherd drew upon to create this enduring film. Here is young Ralphie Parker’s shocking discovery that his decoder ring is really a device to promote Ovaltine; his mother and father’s pitched battle over the fate of a lascivious leg lamp; the unleashed and unnerving savagery of Ralphie’s duel in the show with the odious bullies Scut Farkas and Grover Dill; and, most crucially, Ralphie’s unstoppable campaign to get Santa—or anyone else—to give him a Red Ryder carbine action 200-shot range model air rifle. Who cares that the whole adult world is telling him, “You’ll shoot your eye out, kid”? The pieces that comprise A Christmas Story, previously published in the larger collections In God We Trust, All Others Pay Cash and Wanda Hickey’s Night of Golden Memories, coalesce in a magical fashion to become an irresistible piece of Americana, quite the equal of the film in its ability to warm the heart and tickle the funny bone.

It's Christmas, David!

It's Christmas, David!
Author: David Shannon
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Total Pages: 38
Release: 2016-09-27
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 133813776X

The bestselling star of No, David! turns Christmas traditions upside down with laugh-aloud humor. Readers of all ages will vividly remember trying to peek at hidden gift packages; writing scrolls of wish lists to Santa; and struggling to behave at formal Christmas dinner parties. Always in the background, we know Santa Claus is watching, soon to decide if David deserves a shiny new fire truck or a lump of coal under the tree. From playing with delicate ornaments to standing in an endlessly long line for Santa, here are common Christmas activities--but with David's naughty trimmings. A surefire hit that is destined to be an annual classic.

The Christmas Room

The Christmas Room
Author: Catherine Anderson
Publisher: Berkley
Total Pages: 450
Release: 2020-10-13
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0593198115

The beloved author of the Mystic Creek series gifts readers with a novel of homespun holiday cheer, as two families discover the joy of hope and redemption.... Widow Maddie McLendon has uprooted her life to move to Rustlers Gulch with her son and grandson. But as a brutal Montana winter looms on the horizon, contractors have yet to break ground on their new house, leaving them to live in a makeshift camp of trailers, tents, and sheds.... Since his wife died six years ago, millionaire rancher Sam Conacher has been content to wallow in his grief alone while keeping a tight rein on his twenty-six-year-old daughter. But now the girl has gone and fallen in love with his foolish new neighbor's no-good son.... Maddie and Sam will never see eye to eye on anything, until a near-tragedy gives them a true glimpse into each other's souls. And as the first snowflakes begin to fall, they'll discover that an open heart is the biggest gift of all....

The Christmas Fix

The Christmas Fix
Author: Lucy Score
Publisher: Hodder Paperbacks
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-11-07
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9781399735537

The Christmas Doll: A Repair Shop Story

The Christmas Doll: A Repair Shop Story
Author: Amy Sparkes
Publisher: Candlewick Press
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2023-09-26
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1536231363

A little girl in wartime England finds that a simple act of generosity and kindness changes her life forever in this heartfelt holiday book based on a popular British TV show. Susan is very young when she's evacuated from London during World War II and sent to live in the countryside with a family she has never met. Uncertain of her new surroundings and desperately missing home, she holds out little hope for the months ahead. Then, on Christmas Day, she receives a doll that she names Lizzy. It is the best present she's ever had. Only decades later, when Susan and her great-granddaughter Evie bring the precious doll in for repairs--and Susan narrates the tale of her tumultuous childhood--does she realize the true meaning and scope of the gift she received that long-ago Christmas morning. From the bustling endpapers showing the repair team at work restoring a legacy to glowing illustrations evoking nostalgia and warmth, this cozy tale based on an episode of the British TV series The Repair Shop is a festive read-aloud to share at the holidays.

The Camp Fire Girls Solve a Mystery; Or, The Christmas Adventure at Carver House

The Camp Fire Girls Solve a Mystery; Or, The Christmas Adventure at Carver House
Author: Hildegard G. Frey
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 144
Release: 2023-09-18
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN:

Hildegard G. Frey's 'The Camp Fire Girls Solve a Mystery; Or, The Christmas Adventure at Carver House' is a delightful piece of children's literature that follows the adventures of a group of young girls as they unravel a captivating mystery during the Christmas season. Written in a simple and engaging style, the book transports readers to a quaint and festive atmosphere, making it an enjoyable read for both children and adults. This book is a prime example of early 20th-century juvenile fiction, reflecting the values and interests of the time while offering an entertaining and wholesome story. The vivid descriptions and well-developed characters add depth to the narrative, engaging readers in the mystery as they try to solve it alongside the Camp Fire Girls. Hildegard G. Frey, a prolific author of children's literature, drew inspiration from her own experiences and observations of young readers to craft this engaging tale. With a background in education and a passion for storytelling, Frey masterfully weaves together elements of adventure, friendship, and mystery to create a timeless classic that continues to captivate audiences today. Her dedication to creating wholesome and enriching stories for children shines through in 'The Camp Fire Girls Solve a Mystery,' making it a standout in her body of work. I highly recommend 'The Camp Fire Girls Solve a Mystery; Or, The Christmas Adventure at Carver House' to readers of all ages who enjoy a well-crafted mystery with a heartwarming holiday twist. Frey's narrative is sure to entertain and inspire, making it a perfect addition to any bookshelf for those seeking a charming and engaging read.

Mr Fixer Upper

Mr Fixer Upper
Author: Lucy Score
Publisher: Hachette UK
Total Pages: 362
Release: 2024-05-14
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1399735527

'He started to work the laces of his boots loose. Toeing them off, he tugged his t-shirt over his head. "Oh my God. What are you doing?" Paige's voice barely rose above the spray from the showerhead. "I'm washing your damn hair."' ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️ It's a constant battle on set between sexy home renovation reality star grumpy Gannon and his no-nonsense field producer. Paige has zero time for temperamental talent, especially one who acts like being in front of the camera is the last thing he wants. Mr. Sex in a Toolbelt has made it his mission in life to get a rise out of her, but Paige is a master at locking down her temper. They're on the road together working long hours fixing houses and changing lives. When cracks in her legendary coolness start to show and sparks fly, Gannon is infatuated and the cameras are there to capture it. But he's fallen for pretty packages before and Paige won't be taken seriously if she's caught sleeping with the star of her show. She also can't seem to resist those big, rough hands. Those smoldery hazel eyes. The dimples. The toolbelt. That fiercely protective vibe. Too bad it's all about to fall apart. She never should have trusted him. He never should have let her go. ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️ Author's Note: A protective grumpy hero, a not easily impressed heroine, the worst human being on TV ever, a grand gesture so big you'll need a box of tissues, and THAT SHOWER SCENE.