Are You Grumpy, Santa?

Are You Grumpy, Santa?
Author: Gregg Spiridellis
Publisher: Hyperion Books for Children
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2008-09-16
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9781423114994

Sometimes even the merriest, most cheerful guy on the planet wakes up on the wrong side of the bed… First, after a restless night due to Mrs. Claus's snoring, Santa awakes on Christmas morning and stubs his toe. Then the elves shrink his suit, his sleigh gets buried in a snowdrift, and he gets stuck in a chimney. Santa’s had just about enough! But just in the nick of time, he discovers a very special gift of milk and cookies waiting for him. As he munches on the delicious snack, Santa's remembers what Christmas is all about—the gift of love—and, merrily, his grumpies melt away. Now available as a board book, this merrily irreverent Yuletide story, brought to life by Gregg and Evan Spiridellis, will tickle funny bones and touch hearts far and wide.

Jesus' Christmas Party

Jesus' Christmas Party
Author: Nicholas Allan
Publisher: Random House
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2011-12-15
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1446495957

A special new enlarged edition of the bestselling Christmas story told from the point of view of the grumpy innkeeper. When a night of angels, shepherds and bright stars keeps him from his sleep, is there anything that will cheer him up?

If You Ever Want to Bring a Pirate to Meet Santa, Don't!

If You Ever Want to Bring a Pirate to Meet Santa, Don't!
Author: Elise Parsley
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 21
Release: 2018-11-06
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0316466786

The fourth book in the New York Times-bestselling Magnolia Says DON'T! series that started with If You Ever Want to Bring an Alligator to School, Don't! is another loud and cautionary tale of what not to do...when you visit Santa. If your dad says you're going to meet a bearded guy with a red suit and a bag full of treasures...he is not talking about meeting a pirate! But Magnolia has already invited the misbehaving swashbuckler to jump in line to meet Santa. So what if pirates are on the Naughty List? She'll just teach this one to change his scurvy ways--no plundering or sword-fighting or plank-walking allowed! Plus, Santa is happy to hear everyone's wish list. Right? It's YO HO HO versus HO HO HO in this rowdy and raucous holiday guide on how not to meet Santa, from Elise Parsley, the bestselling creator of If You Ever Want to Bring an Alligator to School, DON'T!

Twas the Night Before Christmas (and Santa Needed a Poo)

Twas the Night Before Christmas (and Santa Needed a Poo)
Author: Paul Wennersberg-Løvholen
Publisher:
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2020-11-14
Genre:
ISBN: 9788293748137

Ho Ho Ho! Its Christmas Eve and Father Christmas and his reindeer are in full swing, delivering presents to all the good boys and girls, when suddenly disaster strikes as Santa gets a surprise of his own! Will Christmas be ruined this year, or will it be a clean getaway for Santa? Find out in this hilarious and sweet reimagining of Clement C. Moore's classic poem, that is sure to delight both children and their parents alike! This is a beautifully illustrated and unique take on the classic poem that is sure to put a smile on everyones face this Christmas! A word from the author: "I absolutely loved Clement C. Moore's poem as a child, but when I grew up and tried to read it to my own children, they did not share my enthusiasm. The book is truly a classic but also a little outdated, but one of my children's biggest gripes was the absence of Rudolph. Poor Clement...he wasn't to know. I felt sad that they couldn't share in my enjoyment of the original, especially as it is is the only story to name all the rendeer (well minus one), so I vowed to try and rewrite this story whilst breathing new life into it. Now tackling what it without a doubt the most famous poem in the English language was not a task that I undertook lightly, but it has been given the seal of approval from my little ones, and I truly belief I have created something original, sweet and funny, whilst maintaining the essence of the original. This year, more than most, we need a little festive cheer. So with that in mind, I hope you enjoy the book, and wish you all a Merry Christmas!"

Are you grumpy Santa?.

Are you grumpy Santa?.
Author: Gregg Spiridellis
Publisher:
Total Pages: 44
Release: 2003
Genre:
ISBN: 9780439740449

Between stubbing his little toe, having to wear the wooly suit that makes him itch, and being put on a diet, Santa is having a very bad day this Christmas Eve, but a special gift makes his grumpiness disappear.

Santa Maybe

Santa Maybe
Author: Mary Jayne Baker
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 364
Release: 2022-10-13
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1800241658

Get in the Christmas spirit with this charming and funny festive rom-com perfect for fans of Elena Armas, Sophie Kinsella and Catherine Walsh! It's going to be a holly jolly Christmas... Toy Store owner Elodie Martin is not one to get into the festive spirit but nothing gets her fired up more than the chance to get one over on her nemesis, Callum Ashley – the frosty, infuriatingly handsome owner of the local department store. Christmas is the only time she can compete thanks to her grandad Jim, everyone's favourite Santa Claus. But when he has to unexpectedly hang up his red suit, Elodie is at risk of losing the business for good and has no choice but to rely on last-minute replacement out-of-work actor Nick Winter. Can a sprinkling of Christmas magic warm Callum's heart and help Elodie find her happily-ever-after? Or is it just possible that love is to be found a little bit closer to home? Readers love Santa Maybe! 'Oh my heart!!! Mary Jayne Baker has straightened her crown and taken her seat back on the throne, fully deserving of a QUEEN title... I have literally been transported by this book... impossible to put down... It's a must read!!' littlemissbooklover87, 5 stars 'Santa Maybe is a great big love triangle with tinsel and flashing tree lights decked all over it... Impossibly, breathtakingly romantic... Invitingly sigh-worthy... reality wrapped in a shimmery sheen of hopes and hearts fulfilled.' SparklyPrettyBriiiight, 5 stars 'A five-star read that is worthy of any Santa list... So sweet and funny and had me so wrapped up that I sobbed buckets!!... I am well into the Christmas spirit now.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Aw, what a wonderful festive romance and with such a perfect ending!... This is such a brilliant story and the perfect festive romance to read this Christmas!... The ending is good and so perfect... I can't believe how much I have enjoyed reading this and how I couldn't stop turning the pages! Just want to re-read it again already!' thestrawberrypost 'A gorgeous story that takes all the ingredients of a perfect romantic comedy, and adds that extra sprinkle of Christmas magic to the mix... There is so much here to laugh out loud about, but Baker also knows how to reduce you to a weeping mess – and I loved every extra sparkly magical festive moment.' @brownflopsy, 5 stars 'I loved this so much... Think Miracle on 34th Street vibes, I could see this as a movie, it really was so good!!!!' @reemareads, 5 stars 'It had a You've Got Mail vibe to it and I loved that... Super festive and uplifting... If you're looking for a super festive and speedy read then I'd definitely recommend Santa Maybe.' @youngcreativepress 'Loved this christmassy read. Lovely story very enjoyable will be rereading come December.' @SarahOates10, 5 stars 'Fun festive rom com in book form, that made me smile... Enjoyable quick read, savour with a mug of hot chocolate and marshmallows.' @librarianwithattitude1 'This is a sweet and lovely story; it will make you laugh and believe in love... Because, let's be honest, love is a little bit magic, it happens the moment you least expect it and it transforms your life... You'll have to read the book to know all the answers! And believe me when I say that this is a book that will make you smile!' Varietats2010 'Wonderful Christmas book... filled with so much love, warmth and Christmas spirit. Wonderful.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'I have never read a Mary Jayne Baker book I didn't love. This one was no exception... A fun book which I enjoyed reading, whatever the season.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'Another smash. This book is funny and clever, with a resolution to a potential love triangle that was done in a careful and believable manner... Add this to your Christmas reads.' Sikonat, 5 stars 'An absolute joy to read – it was gorgeously festive and I was so invested in the characters, even the ones I didn't want to like.' christmaslover1985, 5 stars

Are You Grumpy Santa? Are You

Are You Grumpy Santa? Are You
Author: Gregg Spiridellis
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2001-01-01
Genre:
ISBN: 9785558897333

What children might not know is that sometimes even Santa Claus has a bad day. In this hysterical Christmas misadventure, Santa discovers what it's like to feel more naughty than nice! The alarm rings on Christmas morning and Santa stubs his toe, the elves shrink his suit, Mrs. Claus puts him on a diet, and Rudolph's nose burns out mid-cloud. The final straw? It's the last house of the night, and Santa's once jolly belly gets him stuck in a chimney. When he finally breaks free, he's just about ready to throw in the towel and retire for good. But then Santa discovers a very special gift waiting for him that makes his grumpiness melt away as he remembers what Christmas is all about: the gift of love. A brilliantly funny debut picture book by an enormously talented young writing and illustrating team.

Wrapped Up In You

Wrapped Up In You
Author: Cynthia Eden
Publisher: Hocus Pocus Publishing, Inc.
Total Pages: 620
Release: 2021-12-02
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1952824524

Heat up your holiday season with these four, red-hot romances from USA Today best-selling author Cynthia Eden. ONE HOT HOLIDAY: On the run from her dangerous ex, Haley Quick escapes to the tiny town of Point Hope, Alabama—a place gone crazy for the holidays. This grinch feels like she doesn’t belong, but then Haley meets sexy sheriff Spencer Lane. Spencer is determined both to protect Haley and to show her that the holidays can be magical for her again… A VAMPIRE’S CHRISTMAS CAROL: Ben Prescott hates Christmas—he’s a vampire, and to him, there’s certainly nothing jolly about the holiday season. But three visitors are coming Ben’s way…A demon who will force Ben to face his past, a ghost who will show Ben the present he could have, and a shifter who will reveal the darkness that waits in Ben’s future. Ben’s redemption rests in the hands of the one woman he loved and lost—Simone Laurent. If Ben is going to have a chance at being more than just the beast in the darkness, he has to prove himself to the lovely Simone. DECK THE HALLS: Christie Tate is so over being good. This year, she’ll be topping the naughty list, thank you very much. And step one in her grand scheme? It’s seducing the man she’s always wanted…sexy police detective Jonas Kirk. For years, she’s wanted Jonas, but he’s her brother’s best friend, and she thought he was off-limits. Will he help her to get her naughty Christmas wish? CHRISTMAS WITH A SPY: Everyone in town thinks that Jemma White is as sweet as the delicious treats she makes at her chocolate shop—but they’re wrong. Jemma is ready to let her wild side out, and she’s just found the perfect man to make all of her fantasies come true. Grayson Cole is a too-sexy-to-be-true stranger who has escaped to Holly for the holidays. He is her perfect temptation, and Jemma can’t wait to steam up the cold winter nights with him. But when danger from Grayson’s past follows him to town, she realizes that the man she is falling for has been keeping some very dark secrets…secrets that may just get them both killed. Author's Note: Merry Christmas! I absolutely love this season! So I have bundled four of my sexy holiday romances together in this box set. Gift yourself some hot stories and some cozy reading!

Your Best Nap Now

Your Best Nap Now
Author: Martha Bolton
Publisher: Bethany House
Total Pages: 190
Release: 2009-04-01
Genre: Humor
ISBN: 1441211128

No one looks at growing older quite like Martha Bolton. Whether she's contemplating why some people turn cantankerous as they age, suggesting songs and books for the middle years, or looking at the benefits of shrinking, she keeps readers laughing out loud. And when readers are laughing the loudest, she'll touch them with a moving or poignant observation to remind them about the value of life. This new book from the full-time comedy writer follows in the wake of It's Always Darkest Before the Fridge Door Opens and the bestselling Didn't My Skin Used to Fit?