A BOY CALLED CHRISTMAS—SOON TO BE A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE Journey to the edge of magic Amelia Wishart was the first child ever to receive a Christmas present. It was her Christmas spirit that gave Santa the extra boost of magic he needed to make his first trip around the world. But now Amelia is in trouble. When her mother falls ill, she is sent to the workhouse to toil under cruel Mr. Creeper. Without a whiff of kindness to keep Amelia going, her spirit begins to drain away. Meanwhile, up at the North Pole, magic levels dip dangerously low as Christmas approaches, and Santa knows that something is gravely wrong. If he’s going to save Christmas, he might just need some help . .
This story brings to life a witty rendition of the political struggles fought every December over something as humble and yet powerful as the display of the Nativity Scene.
By the author of Peacekeeper It wasn't beginning to look a lot like Christmas At least not for Ellie Lawrence and her family of two—soon to be three—kids. A fire destroyed their home in North Star, Michigan, and most of their possessions. They'd have lost the family dog, too, if Ben MacAllister hadn't come along in time. Ben's Christmas isn't looking a whole lot brighter. On leave of absence from the Ohio State Highway Patrol, he's being stalked by a teenager with vengeance on his mind. But, as Ellie and Ben discover, Christmas and babies come whether we're ready or not. And so does love!
Santa Claus is in trouble! Who will save Christmas? This A-to-Z guide to holiday films, television movies and series specials provides cast, credits, production information and commentary for 228 cinema Christmases that were almost ruined by villains, monsters, spirits, secularism, greed, misanthropy or elf error--but were saved by helpful animals, magic snowmen, selfless children or compassionate understanding. Reviews and references are included.
Nurse Abby Arnold loves Christmas, and this year she knows exactly what she's wishing for—Dr. Dirk Kelley! After their one incredible night together, Dirk made it clear he wasn't looking for commitment—but surely she's not imagining that sparkle in his eyes whenever he looks her way? Dirk hates the holiday season, but Abby's festive cheer is infectious. Before he knows it, Dirk is finding Miss Merry Christmas more tempting by the day. Then Abby becomes pregnant! Now Dirk must convince Abby that there's nothing he wants more than a lifetime of Christmases by her side….
This Christmas, Nicola McGillroy will: 1. Be a great nanny to Cade Hindmarsh's two adorable little girls, and give them the best Christmas they've had since their mother left. 2. Enter into the Christmas spirit and forget the fact she should have been planning her own wedding right now. 3. Keep a straight head in her attraction to her gorgeous off-limits boss… Surely this is just a rebound thing and not true love—for both of them?
A family—in time for the holidays? When Alice McMillan arrives at a French chateau, searching for long-lost family, she doesn't expect to be confronted by deliciously brooding Julien Dubois—or the bombshell that the tiny baby nestled in his arms is her orphaned half brother! New guardian and celebrity chef Julien is completely out of his depth. Alice's help is like an answer to his prayers. With snow falling all around, it's a cozy Christmas and the start of something wonderful…their own fledgling family!
Celebrate the spirit of Christmas in a quintessentially New England state with inspiring, funny, and heart-warming essays accompanied by stunning color photographs.