The Christmas Stranger: A Short Story
The Christmas Stranger: A Short Story

Author: Leslie Budewitz

Publisher: Beyond The Page

Published: 2023-11-14

Total Pages: 27

ISBN-13: 1960511440

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To celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Food Lovers’ Village Mysteries, we’re bringing out stand-alone editions of readers’ favorites from Carried to the Grave and Other Stories. Our second selection, after An Unholy Death, is the holiday short story “The Christmas Stranger.” Amid the holiday rush of keeping the shelves stocked and filling orders for the Merc, the grocery her family has run for more than a century, proprietor Erin Murphy treasures the way her tight-knit community of Jewel Bay seems to grow even closer during the Christmas season. And this year, when she slows down to do a simple favor for a mysterious stranger, he shows his thanks with a small, quiet gesture—a gift that changes lives, and so much more . . . Praise for the Food Lovers’ Village Mysteries: “A lighthearted and amusing story with the added bonus of several yummy recipes.” —Mystery Scene “Treble at the Jam Fest has all the necessary elements to satisfy cozy mystery lovers: likeable, believable characters, a fast-moving plot, and a logical ending. Great fun!” —Suspense Magazine “A pleasing read with a thoughtful heroine, a plethora of red herrings, and some foodie tips.” —Kirkus Reviews “A delicious mystery as richly constructed as the layers of a buttery pastry. Wine, enchiladas, and song make for a gourmet treat in the coziest town in Montana!” —Krista Davis, New York Times bestselling author of the Domestic Diva Mysteries “Leslie is a fellow foodie who loves a good mystery and it shows in this delightful tale!” —Cleo Coyle, New York Times bestselling author of the Coffeehouse Mysteries “Music, food, scenery, and a cast of appealing characters weave together in perfect harmony in Leslie Budewitz’s Treble at the Jam Fest.” —Sheila Connolly, New York Times bestselling author of the Orchard Mysteries and the County Cork Mysteries “Small-town charm and big-time chills. Jewel Bay, Montana, is a food lover’s paradise.” —Laura Childs, New York Times bestselling author

The Stranger Times
The Stranger Times

Author: C. K. McDonnell

Publisher: Random House

Published: 2021-01-07

Total Pages: 341

ISBN-13: 1473577306

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'Wonderfully dark, extremely funny' proclaimed ADAM KAY, author of the No.1 bestselling This is Going to Hurt 'A filmic romp with great characters, a jet-propelled plot, and a winning premise' said the GUARDIAN JASON MANFORD thinks it's 'Hilarious. You'll never look at Manchester the same way again.' The Chronicles of St Mary's series author JODI TAYLOR declared 'I loved this . . . great premise - great story - great characters . . . hugely enjoyable.' And THE TIMES called it 'ripping entertainment from start to finish.' There are dark forces at work in our world (and in Manchester in particular), so thank God The Stranger Times is on hand to report them . . . A weekly newspaper dedicated to the weird and the wonderful (but mostly the weird), it is the go-to publication for the unexplained and inexplicable. At least that's their pitch. The reality is rather less auspicious. Their editor is a drunken, foul-tempered and foul-mouthed husk of a man who thinks little of the publication he edits. His staff are a ragtag group of misfits. And as for the assistant editor . . . well, that job is a revolving door - and it has just revolved to reveal Hannah Willis, who's got problems of her own. When tragedy strikes in her first week on the job The Stranger Times is forced to do some serious investigating. What they discover leads to a shocking realisation: some of the stories they'd previously dismissed as nonsense are in fact terrifyingly real. Soon they come face-to-face with darker forces than they could ever have imagined. The Stranger Times is the first novel from C.K. McDonnell, the pen name of Caimh McDonnell. It combines his distinctive dark wit with his love of the weird and wonderful to deliver a joyous celebration of how truth really can be stranger than fiction. Readers love The Stranger Times: ***** 'A delight from start to finish - laugh out loud funny yet with plenty of thrills.' ***** 'Full of wit and humour, and knows how to keep the reader hooked.' ***** 'You'll soon fall in love . . . fans of Pratchett, Gaiman, Aaronovich will be blown away.'

Auggie Wren's Christmas Story
Auggie Wren's Christmas Story

Author: Paul Auster

Publisher: Henry Holt and Company

Published: 2014-05-13

Total Pages: 33

ISBN-13: 1466871008

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A timeless, utterly charming Christmas fable, beautifully illustrated and destined to become a classic When Paul Auster was asked by The New York Times to write a Christmas story for the Op-Ed page, the result, "Auggie Wren's Christmas Story," led to Auster's collaboration on a film adaptation, Smoke. Now the story has found yet another life in this enchanting illustrated edition with Argentine artist Isol. It begins with a writer's dilemma: he's been asked by The New York Times to write a story that will appear in the paper on Christmas morning. The writer agrees, but he has a problem: How to write an unsentimental Christmas story? He unburdens himself to his friend at his local cigar shop, a colorful character named Auggie Wren. "A Christmas story? Is that all?" Auggie counters. "If you buy me lunch, my friend, I'll tell you the best Christmas story you ever heard. And I guarantee every word of it is true." And an unconventional story it is, involving a lost wallet, a blind woman, and a Christmas dinner. Everything gets turned upside down. What's stealing? What's giving? What's a lie? What's the truth? It's vintage Auster, and pure pleasure: a truly unsentimental but completely affecting tale.

Tell it to a Stranger
Tell it to a Stranger

Author: Elizabeth Berridge

Publisher: Persephone Books

Published: 1947

Total Pages: 174

ISBN-13: 9781903155042

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A collection of short stories by Elizabeth Berridge.

The Yellow Room and Other Terrifying Short Stories
The Yellow Room and Other Terrifying Short Stories

Author: A.J. Carfagno

Publisher: Page Publishing Inc

Published: 2020-12-22

Total Pages: 159

ISBN-13: 166241532X

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This book is designed to haunt you to your very core. The short and terrifying stories in this book are all inspired by true events. Stalkers, ghosts, demons, aliens, and more all make their way into this collection of stories. The stories in this book are written in a way to fully immerse you in the suspense and terror. The Yellow Room and Other Terrifying Stories will leave a lasting and nightmarish presence on you for years to come.

A New Windmill Book of Very Short Stories
A New Windmill Book of Very Short Stories

Author: Mike Royston

Publisher: Heinemann

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 138

ISBN-13: 9780435130589

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These stories are written to help students focus on the use of language and structure where key aspects such as mood, characterization and setting are evoked in a short space of time. There are activities for exploring the stories at word, sentence and text level, with speaking and listening tasks.

7 best short stories - Sherlock Holmes
7 best short stories - Sherlock Holmes

Author: Arthur Conan Doyle

Publisher: Tacet Books

Published: 2020-05-12

Total Pages: 195

ISBN-13: 3967998436

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Sherlock Holmes is a private detective created by British author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Referring to himself as a "consulting detective", Holmes is known for his proficiency with observation, forensic science, and logical reasoning that borders on the fantastic, which he employs when investigating cases for a wide variety of clients, including Scotland Yard. - A Scandal in Bohemia - The Red-headed League - A Case of Identity - The Boscombe Valley Mystery - The Five Orange Pips - The Man with the Twisted Lip - The Adventure of the Blue CarbuncleFor more books with interesting themes, be sure to check the other books in this collection!

L. M. MONTGOMERY – Ultimate Collection: 20 Novels & 170+ Short Stories, Poetry, Letters and Autobiography (Including The Complete Anne of Green Gables Series & Emily Starr Trilogy)
L. M. MONTGOMERY – Ultimate Collection: 20 Novels & 170+ Short Stories, Poetry, Letters and Autobiography (Including The Complete Anne of Green Gables Series & Emily Starr Trilogy)

Author: Lucy Maud Montgomery

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2024-01-12

Total Pages: 6523

ISBN-13:

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L. M. Montgomery's 'Ultimate Collection' is a comprehensive treasury of her literary works, showcasing her talent in writing novels, short stories, poetry, letters, and autobiography. This collection includes her most famous works such as 'Anne of Green Gables Series' and 'Emily Starr Trilogy'. Montgomery's writing style is characterized by vivid descriptions, heartfelt emotions, and profound insights into human relationships, making her a beloved author of the early 20th century. Her stories often revolve around strong-willed female protagonists navigating the complexities of life in rural Canada. Montgomery's works are a blend of realism and romanticism, capturing the essence of growing up, facing challenges, and finding one's place in the world. Her writing resonates with readers of all ages, offering timeless lessons and enchanting storytelling. Montgomery's personal life experiences, love for nature, and passion for literature greatly influenced her work, leading her to become one of the most celebrated authors in Canadian literary history. 'Ultimate Collection' is a must-read for anyone seeking classic literature that is both heartwarming and thought-provoking, a true gem in the world of fiction.

Agatha Christie
Agatha Christie

Author: J.C. Bernthal

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2022-08-11

Total Pages: 457

ISBN-13: 1476676208

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The undisputed "Queen of Crime," Dame Agatha Christie (1890-1976) is the bestselling novelist of all time. As the creator of immortal detectives Hercule Poirot and Jane Marple, she continues to enthrall readers around the world and is drawing increasing attention from scholars, historians, and critics. But Christie wrote far beyond Poirot and Marple. A varied life including war work, archaeology, and two very different marriages provided the backdrop to a diverse body of work. This encyclopedic companion summarizes and explores Christie's entire literary output, including the detective fiction, plays, radio dramas, adaptations, and her little-studied non-crime writing. It details all published works and key themes and characters, as well as the people and places that inspired them, and identifies a trove of uncollected interviews, articles, and unpublished material, including details that have never appeared in print. For the casual reader looking for background information on their favorite mystery to the dedicated scholar tracking down elusive new angles, this companion will provide the most comprehensive and up-to-date information.