The Christmas House

Author : Victoria James
Publisher : Crooked Lane Books
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2021-09-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781643857732

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The Christmas House by Victoria James Pdf

The New York Times and USA Today–bestselling author of the Wishing River series delivers a heartwarming Christmas romance “worthy of a Hallmark adaptation” (Booklist). As the spirit of Christmas lights up Silver Springs, three generations of women gather at their dysfunctional family’s B&B, hoping to reconcile in time for the holidays. It's Christmas in the small town of Silver Springs which is bursting with holiday spirit. The downtown shops boast twinkling lights, and the town square features an enormous Christmas tree. Every Christmas Eve for the past fifty years, Ruby Harris, the owner of the historic B&B, The Christmas House, has opened her doors to strangers in need, showing them the compassion once denied to her. When Ruby invites her family home for the holidays, including her two adult grandchildren, Charlotte and Olivia, she hopes they will be able to put the past behind them. However, her plans for reconciliation implode as the women unravel secrets from the past that force them to confront the impact they've had on their dysfunctional family. As Charlotte grows closer to Wyatt, the neighbor next door and a friend from the past, old memories resurface that the women would rather forget. They're reminded of a man they want to forget. As the clock inches closer to the New Year, can the magic of the season bring the family closer? Or will a surprise guest threaten their tentative truce and test newly formed bonds? This light-hearted Christmas tale draws inspiration from Victoria James’s own historical fixer-upper, offering plenty of warmth and holiday cheer.

Author : Gail Rock
Publisher : Open Road Media
Page : 75 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2014-11-04
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781497673816

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The House without a Christmas Tree by Gail Rock Pdf

It’s Christmastime in 1946, and all Addie wants is a pair of cowboy boots and a Christmas tree Ten-year-old Addie lives in Clear River, Nebraska, population fifteen hundred, with her stoic but loving father and quirky grandmother. Carla Mae is her neighbor and best friend in the fifth grade. Carla Mae’s house is different than Addie’s—she has five siblings and another on the way, while Addie is an only child. It’s the week before Christmas, and shopping lists are at the front of the girls’ minds. Addie’s house doesn’t have a tree—her dad says they are a waste of money, and they’ll be opening presents at Uncle Will’s anyway. Uncle Will has a tree, but to Addie, it doesn’t feel like Christmas without a tree of their own. Then she comes up with the perfect plan. Will it make this the best Christmas they’ve ever had, or will her father never forgive her?

Author : Elizabeth Bromke
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 191 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2019-08-26
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 168863441X

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The Schoolhouse by Elizabeth Bromke Pdf

Locals see an eyesore, but she sees a charming business opportunity... Becky Linden needs a fresh start. Her family is miles away. Her ex-husband is remarried. Her son is off to college. With an early mid-life crisis looming, Becky is at a crossroads: keep working dead-end jobs to survive, or take a leap of faith. During a visit home, she stumbles across the abandoned one-room schoolhouse where she played as a child and had her first kiss a teenager. With her family's encouragment, Becky decides to stay in town and find a way to save the historic building from demolition. As she works on her business plan, Becky begins to reconnect with her past. Her best friend, Maggie, is three kids deep into a dysfunctional marriage. The grandparents who raised Becky have aged exponentially, and her beloved grandfather is ill. Still, Becky finds herself enchanted by the small southern community where she was raised. What's more, her high school sweetheart, Ben Durbin, still lives in town, working for the school district and looking as handsome as ever. The stage is set for a sweet reunion for the former lovebirds, until Zack reveals crushing news: he's in charge of tearing down the historic building. Just before giving up, Becky uncovers a local secret: something that might compel Zack to save the past and give Becky a second chance. With flashbacks to her childhood play dates with Maggie and first kiss as a teenager, The Schoolhouse is a sweet, nostalgic, and romantic women's fiction. Head to Hickory Grove and see if Becky can bring the old schoolhouse back to life and help those she loves most overcome life's troubles. This is the first book in a standalone series about a southern small town and the people who live there.

Author : RaeAnne Thayne
Publisher : HQN Books
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2020-10-13
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781488056031

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Christmas at Holiday House by RaeAnne Thayne Pdf

In the town of Silver Bells, there’s always a feeling of Christmas in the air… Let love—and RaeAnne Thayne—melt your heart this holiday season! This New Year will bring widowed nurse Abigail Powell a fresh start in a different city. Excited about the chance to create an unforgettable Christmas for her young son in picturesque Silver Bells, Colorado, Abby has been hired to take care of her dear friend’s recuperating grandmother. But sprightly senior Winnie insists she doesn’t need looking after. What she does need is help decorating her historic mansion, Holiday House, for a seasonal town fundraiser. Abby warms to the festive task, but she’ll have to contend with her own personal Grinch: Winnie’s prickly grandson, Ethan Lancaster. Ethan Lancaster is good at a lot of things. Relationships surely aren’t one of them. His ex-fiancée convinced Ethan he was incapable of love, and he believes her…up until the moment he impulsively kisses Abby. What is it about this vibrant woman and her sweet son that knocks his world off-kilter? He knows they’re leaving town after Christmas. He just didn’t expect they’d be taking a little of his heart with them. But as he and Abby work together on the magical Holiday House through the record cold weather, visions of a different future dance in his head…one filled with warmth, love and a new beginning for them both. Return to Hope’s Crossing this Christmas in New York Times bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne’s latest heartwarming story of matchmaking at the holidays, All is Bright!

Author : Chuck Missler
Publisher : Koinonia House
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2014-10-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781578216000

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The Christmas Story by Chuck Missler Pdf

Dr. Chuck Missler, a widely recognized Biblical authority, updates his classic study of Christmas for 2007. He explores the background, and myths, surrounding our favorite holiday. What really happened in Bethlehem two thousand years ago?Who were the "Magi?"Why a virgin birth?What does a Christmas Tree have to do with it? Each year at Christmas we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. After the New Year, we struggle to remember to add a year as we date our checks, which should remind us that the entire Western World reckons its calendar from the birth of the One who changed the world more than any other before or since. It is disturbing to discover that much of what we have been taught about the Christmas season seems to be more tradition than truth. Santa Claus isn't the only myth or legend that has arisen out of this season. On what "loophole" does the Messianic hope rest?

Author : Tracy Rees
Publisher : Bookouture
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2021-10-22
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 180019711X

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The Little Christmas House by Tracy Rees Pdf

In gorgeous Hopley Village twinkly lights are going up, snow is falling and the delicious smell of gingerbread is in the air. Will two broken hearts find their happily-ever-after this Christmas? Thirty-year-old Holly Hanwell's life is almost perfect - she loves her cosy little house in Hopley Village with its yellow front door and cute window seat, and adores teaching at the village school. Although she's secretly nursing heartache after her ex-boyfriend dropped the bombshell news he was leaving her to have a baby with someone else. Now the most wonderful time of year is approaching but Holly doesn't really feel like celebrating... Until she bumps into Edward, the handsome but troubled-looking single father of her newest pupil. He's moved to Christmas House, at the edge of pretty Hopley, to give his eight-year-old daughter Eliza a fresh start after his wife abandoned them three years go. Sheltering from the snowy weather in the warm village café, they bond over delicious mugs of hot chocolate, topped with cream and sprinkles. Despite the attraction between them, Holly knows she needs to protect her already fragile heart and she's determined NOT to fall in love this Christmas. But holiday magic works in mysterious ways and Holly and Edward's paths seem to cross more frequently - present shopping, the annual carol service and the children's nativity show. Just as Holly realises her feelings are growing for kind but complicated Edward she discovers a secret from his past which makes her question everything she thought she knew. Can Holly trust Edward? And will their December romance be over before it's begun? Or will this be a Christmas to remember? Curl up with this magical, feel-good Christmas read! Perfect for fans of Trisha Ashley, Sarah Morgan and Carole Matthews. Readers love Tracy Rees: 'WOW! What a fantastic read. It was sheer bliss to read every page... such an uplifting read, one of the best books so far this year. I could not put it down.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Wow. I absolutely loved this book. Read it in one sitting, could not put it down... this will delight and warm your heart... Tracy Rees's finest book yet.' Bobs and Books, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I LOVED this book! It is such a feel-good read with lots of heart... I finished the book this morning with a little tear in my eye... this book was pure joy!' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Utterly charming... The two main characters were completely believable and I was rooting for them both to find the happiness they needed and deserved... such a fabulous read. I'm not ashamed to say that I had a little tear in my eye when I finished!' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Simply magical and marvellous and let me escape as I devoured it in one day. A warm and heartfelt book... a pure tonic of a read... A little book of pure joy.' The Book Jotter, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Author : Laurent de Brunhoff,Jean De Brunhoff
Publisher : ABRAMS
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0810945835

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Babar and the Christmas House by Laurent de Brunhoff,Jean De Brunhoff Pdf

Newcomers to Celestville have so many Christmas decorations on their hilltop house that Babar receives a demand from King Rataxes of nearby Rhino City that the "ugliness" be removed.

Author : Victoria James
Publisher : Crooked Lane Books
Page : 229 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2022-10-11
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781639101030

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A Christmas House Wedding by Victoria James Pdf

‘Tis the season at The Christmas House, and Ruby Harris is getting married—but a winter storm of emotion could derail the whole affair in New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Victoria James’s second Christmas House novel. Ruby Harris, longtime owner of the historic B&B, The Christmas House, is tying the knot—on Christmas Eve! Olivia Harris is thrilled for her grandmother and can’t wait to help plan the event. Newly divorced, with an adorable baby girl, Olivia has spent the last year starting a new life in Silver Springs. First on her list is to renovate the old warehouse she’s purchased and launch her dance studio. Second is to find a date for the wedding. And third is to not fall for that date, because she’s sworn off relationships forever. When Olivia’s meets Scott, a talented contractor, she hires him for the renovation. She also tries to ignore the sparks that fly between them. Then, an unexpected Christmas guest arrives: Olivia’s ex, Will, who’s come to rekindle their relationship. Now, Olivia must decide if she has it in her heart to forgive Will, or if she should pursue an exciting new relationship with Scott. Packed with Christmas cheer, this “heartwarming holiday romance” (Jenny Hale, on The Christmas House) will have you believing in the magic of the season.

Author : Dan Murphy,Aubrey Plaza
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2021-11-16
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780593350829

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The Legend of the Christmas Witch by Dan Murphy,Aubrey Plaza Pdf

From Parks and Recreation star Aubrey Plaza and creative partner Dan Murphy comes the long lost tale of the Christmas Witch, Santa Claus's much misunderstood twin sister. The perfect gift for the holiday season and beyond! Gather ‘round the fire to hear a Christmas legend that has never been told before...until now. Each year a mysterious figure sweeps into town, leaving behind strange gifts in the night. No, not Santa Claus, but his sister… The Christmas Witch. Her story begins many, many years ago when her brother was torn away from her as a child. Raised alone by a witch of the woods, Kristtörn's powers of magic grew, as did her temper. Determined to find her long lost twin, she set out on a perilous journey across oceans to find him. But what she found instead was a deep-seated fear of her powers and a confrontation that would leave the fate of Christmas hanging in the balance. From award-winning producer and actress Aubrey Plaza and her creative partner Dan Murphy comes a holiday story unlike any told before. With all the richness of classic folklore, they’ve woven a tale of bravery, love and magic. Whatever you thought you knew about Christmas…think again.

Author : Georja Skinner
Publisher : New World Library
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2012-10-16
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9781608682089

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The Christmas House by Georja Skinner Pdf

In 1934, twenty-two-year-old George Skinner was stricken with polio and confined to an iron lung in the polio ward of Los Angeles County General Hospital. Regular visits from his father, Albert, and the outpouring of support from his neighbors and community kept him going as he struggled to heal. Determined to walk again and recover from this horrible disease, he vowed that when he left the hospital he would create something to thank his community and to repay their kindness; he would create something called the Christmas House. In the midst of the Great Depression, in 1936, those dreams came true. George left the hospital and began building an elaborate outdoor display with his father. Newspapers sent photographers; the local American Legion Post donated time and supplies; churches provided choirs and contributed food; but most of all, children and adults came to experience the first house ever decorated with elaborate outdoor holiday displays and to bask in the true spirit of Christmas.

Author : Greg Kincaid
Publisher : Crown
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2012-10-30
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780307951984

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A Christmas Home by Greg Kincaid Pdf

Todd McCray, hero of A Dog Named Christmas, is now twenty-four years old and working at a local animal shelter, where he meets and quickly becomes best friends with Laura, a young volunteer. Laura, like Todd, has disabilities of her own, but her struggles are more physical than developmental. Their friendship is sealed when Todd—with the help of his trusted companion, the tenacious Labrador retriever named Christmas—trains a beautiful dog named Gracie to help Laura with the day-to-day life tasks that are difficult for her. Life seems good for Todd, but all is not well in his hometown. Struggling families unable to make ends meet are abandoning more and more dogs, and the shelter is swelling to capacity. The local government is struggling to meet its obligations too, and in early December, on the cusp of another holiday season, Todd’s boss delivers the bad news. Due to funding problems, the shelter will close its doors before the end of the year. But what will happen to all the animals? As the Christmas holiday approaches, Todd has limited time to find homes for all the dogs. Not to mention that he needs to secure a new job and figure out what to do when his friendship with Laura takes an unexpected romantic turn. All this seems overwhelming unless you’ve got a loving family, dedicated friends, and a couple of very special dogs behind you. In which case, nothing is impossible.

Author : Karyn Lukasek
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 16 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2016-06-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0758654693

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The Christmas Connection by Karyn Lukasek Pdf

The story of Jesus birth comes to life in this retelling from Luke 2.

Author : J.L. Jarvis
Publisher : Bookbinder Press
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2017-11-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780990647676

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The Christmas Cabin by J.L. Jarvis Pdf

Author : CJ Carmichael
Publisher : Tule Publishing
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2015-10-24
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781943963638

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A Bramble House Christmas by CJ Carmichael Pdf

Now a Hallmark Original Channel Movie All he wants for Christmas…is an answer. Finn Knightly a.k.a. Finn Conrad wants to know why his recently deceased father left his nurse fifty thousand dollars after knowing her a mere six weeks. So he travels to Bramble House B&B in Marietta, Montana to find answers. But Willa Fairchild is not the conniving woman he expects to find. Before he knows it, Willa-and her six-year-old son Scout-are stealing his heart. And that’s before he finds out Scout’s secret and the real reason this Christmas is so important.

Author : Barry KuKes
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2021-01-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798588916622

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The Christmas House by Barry KuKes Pdf

Dead Granny Says, "I'll See You On Christmas Eve."How would you like an annual visit from your deceased loved ones?A faint tone lingered from the last chime and faded into the silence. An old woman in a dark blue dress proceeded to the door as a smile came to her face... the guests outside yelled, "Merry Christmas Martha!"... As they hugged and kissed, the doorbell rang, and guests continued to fill the house...old and middle-aged people, young children. Some even brought their dogs. The house was abundant with joy and merriment, so much so that it was strange...it just wasn't normal.There seems to be nothing strange with family Christmas Eve visits...or is there? From Barry T. KuKes' vibrant imagination comes an emotional, enigmatic tale of a magic house that brings the dead back to life every Christmas Eve, in The Christmas House, and The Christmas House II, Martha's Return. (Amazon.com)Set in the affluent suburbs of Chicago, the story of the magical house unfolds through Martha. After all of her relatives died, Martha was left to take care of the old, magical house to preserve its mystical foundations. However, having foreseen her impending death, she sells the house to a simple, happy family who has no idea that their first Christmas Eve in the magical mansion will forever change their lives. Soon, all the characters learn the true meaning of love, family, and sacrifice.An exceptional story, The Christmas House is more than just magic and fantasy. It delves into the deepest and most profound human emotions that would prove even more powerful than any element or dimension. KuKes especially wants his readers to know that life is too short for dilly-dallying and regrets. The Christmas House is a sweeping reminder that people should take time for their loved ones because, in reality, the dead cannot come back for a visit, or can they?