The Winter Elf speaks to familiar feelings from childhood, especially those of fear and grief, but also of love and security. It’s Christmas time, and Clara Rose is grieving the absence of her mother who is hospitalized. The resulting family stress leaves the child feeling lost and alone. In response, she keeps her worries and tears silent, trying hard to be a 'good little girl' and not call attention to herself. When an odd but proper English elf shows up in her yard one snowy night, the little girl sees her sacrifice of self in a new light as she learns the importance of embracing her pain and opening up with those who love her. Clara discovers that it is only through sharing her hurts and hopes that her heart can find healing. The Winter Elf revisits the nostalgic enchantment of wintertime and fairytales. Reading the tale aloud, families connect and bond in the cozy evening hours before bed and learn with Clara Rose the importance of sharing one’s heart, hurt, and hope.
Bedtime Stories: Elfie the Elf’s Winter Adventures Magical Christmas Tales for Kids (Ages 3-6) Get ready for cozy nights by the fire with Elfie, a lovable and curious elf who embarks on magical winter adventures in this enchanting Christmas bedtime stories. Perfect for children ages 4-6, these calming, short bedtime stories for kids are designed to help wind down and drift into peaceful sleep while sparking their imaginations. Inside, your little ones will join Elfie on her festive quests in collection of Christmas tales: · The Elf’s Mysterious Snowflakes: Discover how snowflakes hold the magic of children’s dreams. · Elfie’s Starlit Journey: Help a lost starling find its way back home under a twinkling sky. · The Gingerbread House Mission: Follow Elfie as she builds the most magnificent gingerbread house for Mrs. Claus, with a little help from some furry friends. These heartwarming Christmas bedtime stories bring together themes of friendship, kindness, and imagination, all wrapped up in the magic of winter holidays. With each story, children will learn valuable life lessons while enjoying the adventures of Elfie and her delightful friends. Whether it’s a quick, 5-minute read before bed or part of a soothing bedtime routine, this collection of Christmas stories will captivate both children and parents alike. Filled with holiday joy and winter magic, Elfie the Elf’s Winter Adventures is the perfect addition to your kids bedtime stories collection. Encourage your children to dream big, embrace their creativity, and fall asleep with smiles on their faces as they join Elfie in a world full of fantasy, adventure, and festive fun. Features: · Ideal for ages 4-6 · Perfect for sleepy-time, bedtime routines, and Christmas reading · Promotes calm, relaxation, and sweet dreams · Short, quick stories for easy reading · A great Christmas gift for young readers
In the third book of the Sweet Seasons series, Candace continues her job at her local amusement park—and the coming Christmas season (and her elf costume) has her in good spirits. But she soon realizes serving as Santa’s helper at work is just the start of her holiday journey. After surviving Halloween at The Zone, Candace feels like she can do anything—but working as one of the elves during their huge Christmas celebration may still be a challenge for reasons beyond screaming kids and endless candy canes. Elf work proves more dangerous than expected, and Candace realizes she may not know her boyfriend Kurt as well as she thought she did—making finding the perfect present for him almost a full-time job. At the same time, she finds herself getting closer to her good friend Josh. Though when Candace stumbles on a friend’s secret, everything changes, and she realizes she may have been made a Christmas helper for a reason. The Winter of Candy Canes: is a YA contemporary novel with a fun, rom-com feel is written by New York Times bestselling author Debbie Viguié goes beyond the Christmas season, providing a coming-of-age story with a humorous angle is a clean read for young adult fans of any age
The spellbinding sequel to Tom Fletcher's bestselling magical adventure, The Christmasaurus. 'She is the best-kept Christmas secret of all,' whispered Santa Claus. 'Which is surprising, because Christmas itself would not exist without her. She is older than time itself, yet still as young as tomorrow. She is known only as the Winter Witch.' One year has passed since William Trundle's incredible adventure with the most extraordinary dinosaur: the Christmasaurus. Now, William is swept back to the magical North Pole, where he meets the mysterious, icy Winter Witch - whose power to control time allows Santa Claus to make the long journey all around the world every Christmas Eve. And when they learn that the fate of Christmas itself hangs in the balance, William and the Christmasaurus must work with the Winter Witch to protect it... Full of magic and music, humour and heart, and a friendship like no other, The Christmasaurus and the Winter Witch is the most enchanting Christmas read for the whole family by Tom Fletcher, star of BBC's Strictly Come Dancing
Bedtime Stories: Elfie the Elf’s Snowy Fun Magical Christmas Tales for Kids (Ages 3-6) Join Elfie, the playful and creative elf, in a magical collection of Christmas bedtime stories for kids, perfect for children ages 3-6. Whether your little ones love adventure, snowy fun, or tales of imagination, these soothing Christmas bedtime stories are sure to make bedtime a favorite part of the day. In this whimsical book of Christmas tales, Elfie embarks on three delightful winter escapades: • The Wondrous Ice Sculpture: Follow Elfie as she creates a magical ice sculpture that glows under the moonlight and brings the village together in a celebration of winter's beauty. • The Pine Tree’s Secret: Discover the hidden mystery of why pine trees stay green all year, as Elfie decorates the majestic Grand Pine to honor the forest’s spirit. • Elfie’s Snowy Day Out: Join Elfie on a fun-filled day of sledding, snowball fights, ice-skating, and building snowmen, creating unforgettable winter memories. These heartwarming Christmas bedtime stories for kids are filled with friendship, kindness, and the joy of winter wonderlands, providing children with calming adventures before they drift off into a world of sweet dreams. Ideal for both quick reads or a bedtime routine, this collection will warm the hearts of both children and parents alike. Perfect for the holiday season, these short, magical Christmaas tales are sure to capture your child’s imagination, bringing joy, laughter, and the spirit of winter into your home. Features: • Great for children ages 3-6 • Christmas bedtime stories that promote calmness, imagination, and friendship • Perfect for 5-minute stories before bed • Ideal for holiday reading and cozy winter nights • A perfect gift for the holiday season
***The sparkling Christmas novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author Heidi Swain!*** After calling off her engagement, Hayley, the Wynthorpe Hall housekeeper, wants nothing more than to return to her no-strings fun-loving self, avoiding any chance of future heartbreak. Little does she know, Wynbridge’s latest arrival is about to throw her plan entirely off course . . . Moving into Wynthorpe Hall to escape the town’s gossip, Hayley finds herself immersed in the eccentric Connelly family’s festive activities as they plan to host their first ever Winter Wonderland. But Hayley isn’t the only new resident at the hall. Gabe, a friend of the Connelly’s son Jamie, has also taken up residence, moving into Gatekeeper’s Cottage, and he quickly makes an impression on Wynbridge’s reformed good-girl. As preparations commence for the biggest event of the season, the pair find themselves drawn ever closer to one another, but unbeknownst to Hayley, Gabe, too, has a reason for turning his back on love, one that seems intent on keeping them apart. Under the starry winter skies, will Gabe convince Hayley to open her heart again once more? And in doing so, will he convince himself? ~*~ Snowflakes and Cinnamon Swirls at the Winter Wonderland is the perfect read this Christmas, promising snowfall, warm fires and breath-taking seasonal romance. Perfect for fans of Milly Johnson, Carole Matthews and Cathy Bramley. Praise for HEIDI SWAIN: 'The queen of feel-good' Woman & Home 'The most delicious slice of festive fiction: a true comfort read and the perfect Christmas treat to alleviate all the stress!' Veronica Henry 'Full of Heidi’s trademark gentle charm. Lock the door, pour some mulled wine and settle into this wonderful Christmas treat!' Milly Johnson 'More Christmassy than a week in Lapland - we loved it!' heat magazine 'Sprinkled with Christmas sparkle' Trisha Ashley 'Give yourself a Christmas treat and curl up with this magical book!' Sue Moorcroft, author of The Little Village Christmas 'A real Christmas cracker of a read!' Penny Parkes, author of Practice Makes Perfect 'Cosy, Christmassy and deeply satisfying! Another wonderful read!' Mandy Baggot, author of One Christmas Kiss in Notting Hill
In the far north of Finland, in the time before history, a lonely, young princess longs for a special friend. Playing by herself in the fields behind the castle, Princess Anna suddenly discovers she is in a strange place. The castle is gone and a mysterious child is handing her a lovely flower.Is this the special friend? If not can she find the special friend here? How can she get back home? What lessons must she learn to recognize that special person? At the same time, on another planet, a child prince, whose father died before he can remember, longs to know more than the stories of his fathers heroism and bravery. He wants to meet his father, but can he? Are such dreams possible on the Somewhere Else Planet? In the Otherwhere? Anywhere? Can childrens dreams come true? Is making a wish come true complex or simple? What skills must a child acquire to realize a dream? Anna and the Otherwhere is a unique fantasy from the days before the recorded history of Finland when there were still those who knew how to use innate abilities that have now all but been forgotten. This timeless tale of longing, love and learning will delight all those from nine to ninety.
