She’s always in charge… Until two little hearts take over this holiday season… After the loss of her sister, Kylee Spokes plans to take custody of her orphaned niece and nephew and return to the big city by Christmas. Except corralling four-year-old twins is much harder than the businesswoman expects. And small-town paramedic Evan Hollister refuses to abandon his godchildren to someone who has no experience with kids—and can’t even boil water! Now these opposites must find a way to temporarily co-parent together. As grudging respect turns into something more, can they find a permanent solution…that lasts past the holidays? From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
An orphan with no voice but an extraordinary musical gift. A man of music who discovers her gift. Heartsong is a spellbinding tale about the healing power of music, set against the mystery and beauty of Venice. "Destined to be a future classic" Manchester Evening News "This is a spectacular book... a quiet, heart-soaring triumph" Big Issue "A very special present for music-loving readers" The Times Abandoned at the orphanage in Venice as a baby, Laura has never spoken. Her life is transformed when the composer Vivaldi unlocks her passion for music. The seasons turn, dark turns to light and miracles happen. Carnegie award-winning author Kevin Crossley-Holland makes every word a master stroke. This short novel is exquisitely illustrated by acclaimed artist Jane Ray. Her work is inspired by Vivaldi's Four Seasons and the real girls and boys who lived and laughed and worked in the Venetian orphanage.
Award-winning children's Christmas fantasy novel (ages 7 to 12) When their enchanting Christmas Kingdom is overthrown by an evil Guardian, and Santa and The Spirit of Christmas are taken captive inside an icy castle, it is up to Prince Michael and Princess Sarah to save the day. A Secret Scroll reveals their mysterious powers and some unforgettable Christmas characters light their way. Yet as they embark on the adventure of a lifetime, grappling with thrilling caves, hidden forests and the mind-blowing 'curse of the frozen candle', some blood-curdling questions seep out of the shadows. What does the wicked Guardian really want, and who cries out eerily from deep inside his forgotten chambers? Are the children caught up in a web far darker than they can imagine, and if so, how will they ever manage to rescue Christmas, not just for their Kingdom, but for the entire world beyond it? This is a Christmas cracker of a novel, bursting with laughter and magic and packed with unforgettable twists and turns, culminating in a finale that will take your breath away. Chapters 1 - The Night Before Advent 2 - An Eventful Afternoon 3 - Villa Noel 4 - The Festival of Christmas Mountain - Part One 5 - The Festival of Christmas Mountain - Part Two 6 - Blitzen's Discovery 7 - The Magic Mixing Bowl 8 - The Court of Christmas 9 - The Scroll at Cosy Cottage 10 - The Parcel at Christmas Street Station 11 - The Frozen Candle 12 - A Night Underneath the Oak Tree 13 - Back at the Prisons 14 - The Start of the Journey 15 - What Happened at Mistletoe Falls 16 - The Escape 17 - The Forest of Magic Lanterns 18 - The Guardian's Bargain 19 - Into the Castle 20 - The Fight for Christmas 21 - A Christmas Feast An enchanting novel packed with exhilerating adventure for ages 7 to 12 Tags: magic, quest, fantasy, preteen, chapter books, action, adventure, funny, animals, christmas carol, children's christmas story, christmas books for kids, books for boys, books for girls, books for kids age 9 12, children's christmas books 2017, kids books ages 9 12, books for kids age 9-12, childrens books by age 9 to 12 best sellers, children's books ages 9 12, childrens novels ages 8-11, childrens christmas books age 8-12, 10 year old kid's novel, 3rd grade, age 6 8, age 7, age 8, age 9, age 10, age 11, age 12, ages 6-8, ages 9-12. View trailer at www.thesnowspirit.com
Three lonely people, three lives at crossroads, three people who are about to discover that Christmas is a time when anything is possible and when wishes can come true.
Grandmother tells the story of carrying buckets of food as a child to an elderly neighbor, who rewards her with the gift of a crystal figure with a guardian angel attached.
Last year, Guardian journalist Ariane Sherine launched the Atheist Bus Campaign and ended up raising over 150,000 Pounds, enough to place the advert 'There's probably no God. Now stop worring and enjoy your life' on 800 UK buses in Januaray 2009.
Dear Reader, I've been wishing for a miracle for my oldest boy, Stone, and this Christmas my prayers might just be answered! Her name is Lark, and she's here in Last Chance, looking into her father's past-and stirring up a whole mess of trouble without meaning to. As the chief of police, Stone sure has his hands full trying to keep up with her. Ever since his wife died, Stone's put everything into raising his daughters and dodging the Christ Church Ladies' Auxiliary matchmakers. And it's clear Lark has been through some trouble and could use a place to finally call home. I only hope Stone can let go of the past soon enough to keep her . . . Goodness, I need to stop talking and finish up Jane's highlights so we can make the town tree-lighting. You come back by because the Cut 'n' Curl's got hot rollers, free coffee, fresh-baked Christmas cookies-and the best gossip in town. See you real soon, Ruby Rhodes
CLOSE TO THE FIRE Westen Series, contemporary romantic suspense, Book 3 They once were lovers: After ten years of keeping his distance to the one woman he's always loved, Fire Chief Deke Reynolds is finally ready to set aside his grief and confess his guilt to Elizabeth "Libby" Wilson about his part in her brother's death. Libby's own guilty secret has kept her from sharing her life with the man who stole her heart as a teen and awakened her body as a young woman. Danger has forced them together again: A fire and their odd connection to a new teenager at the local half-way house have this couple finally sharing their secrets with each other. With an arsonist on the loose, threatening the town of Westen and its citizens, have Libby and Deke waited too long to find their love again? CLOSE TO CHRISTMAS Westen small town series, book 4, novella It’s been a long dangerous year for the town folks of Westen. A celebration is just what they need. It’s four days before Christmas and the town is not only decked out in their holiday best, but looking forward to the wedding of Sheriff Gage Justice and his love, Deputy Bobby Roberts. First Bobby’s lawyer sister, Chloe comes to town looking over her shoulder, which has the quiet deputy, Wes Strong wondering what has her running scared. Then problems start to happen with the wedding plans. Has Chloe brought trouble to Westen? Or does someone in town want to ruin the wedding this close to Christmas?
