Sunday, December 6, 2009

Celebrate the Season through Story!

The Christmas Sweater

The Christmas Sweater
By Beck, Glenn
With Balfe, Kevin
With Wright, Jason
2008-11 - Threshold Editions
9781416594857 CHECK CATALOG

In this heartwarming story of redemption and atonement from the #1 "New York Times"-bestselling author and popular radio and television host, a young boy is given a sweater by his mother before she dies--a final gesture that teaches him the true meaning of love. …More

Cindy and the Prince

Cindy and the Prince
By Macomber, Debbie, Cathy
2008-01 - Center Point Large Print
9781602850989 CHECK CATALOG

Unemotional, levelheaded Thorndike Prince was certain his company's Christmas ball would be an utter bore -- until a captivating mystery woman announced that she was Cinderella and he just might be her prince. In a matter of hours, she had toppled his implacable cool and sent his usually unshakable heart reeling. But who was she? Janitor Cindy Territo had thought donning an elegant gown and crashing the Oakes-Jennings Christmas party would be a lark. She'd never dreamed the handsome but cynical young vice president would melt her heart. There was no way she could tell Thorndike that his Cinderella was the broom-wielding nobody who cleaned his office . . . …More

Dashing Through the Snow

Dashing Through the Snow
By Clark, Mary Higgins
Author Clark, Carol Higgins
2008-11 - Wheeler Publishing
9781597228770 CHECK CATALOG

P.I. Regan Reilly, her husband Jack and her parents Luke and Nora, and amateur sleuth Alvirah Meehan and her husband Willy head to New Hampshire with hopes of an old-fashioned holiday. There, a group of employees at the local market learn that they've won $160 million dollars in the lottery. One of their co-workers, Duncan, on the advice of a pair of crooks masquerading as financial advisers, decided at the last minute not to play. He goes missing. A second winning lottery ticket was purchased in the next town but the winner hasn't come forward. …More

Dearest Dorothy, Merry Everything!

Dearest Dorothy, Merry Everything!
By Baumbich, Charlene Ann
2008-06 - Thorndike Press
9781410406132 CHECK CATALOG

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A Dog Named Christmas



A Dog Named Christmas
By Kincaid, Greg
2008-11 - Doubleday Books
9780385525985 CHECK CATALOG

Dog-lovers and all who seek an unforgettable tale that captures the spirit of Christmas will fall in love with this charming story, which is sure to captivate readers year-round. Heartwarming, sweet, and beautifully designed, "A Dog Named Christmas" is a true delight. …More

Holidays on Ice

Holidays on Ice
By Sedaris, David
2008-10 - Little Brown and Company
9780316035903 CHECK CATALOG

Sedaris's beloved holiday collection is updated and expanded with six more pieces, including a never-before-published story to help spread the cheer and mortification of the season. …More

Home for the Holidays

Home for the Holidays
By Plumley, Lisa
2008-10 - Zebra
9780821780534 CHECK CATALOG

After stylist-to-the-stars Rachel Porter loses her Hollywood dream job, a trip home for Christmas seems like a good idea. But she never expects to find a hunk from her past waiting under the mistletoe. Original. …More

Let Them Eat Fruitcake

Let Them Eat Fruitcake
By Carlson, Melody
2008-09 - David C. Cook
9781589191068 CHECK CATALOG

It's the holiday season, and all of the roommates are a little blue. They're dealing with their first apartment, real jobs, grown-up responsibilities, relationships that are loaded with confusion, emotion--and secrets they can't tell to anyone but God. …More

A McKettrick Christmas

A McKettrick Christmas
By Miller, Linda Lael
2008-11 - Harlequin Books
9780373773022 CHECK CATALOG

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Lizzie McKettrick is homeward bound with her fiance, Whitley Carson, when their train is derailed, leaving passengers stranded on Christmas Eve. While Whitley is concerned only with himself, a handsome doctor enlists Lizzie's help treating injured passengers. Soon Lizzie realizes that Christmas truly is a season of miracles--and love. …More

Mrs. Jeffries and the Feast of St. Stephen

Mrs. Jeffries and the Feast of St. Stephen
By Brightwell, Emily
2008-10 - Berkley Trade Pub
9780425224274 CHECK CATALOG

The good cheer of a Yuletide dinner in West Brompton fizzles when the host, wealthy Stephen Whitfield, dies before the second course. Since Scotland Yard wants this crime solved before Christmas, the busy sleuths must rally in support of their Inspector. …More

Murder with All the Trimmings: Josie Marcus, Mystery Shopper

Murder with All the Trimmings: Josie Marcus, Mystery Shopper
By Viets, Elaine
2008-11 - Obsidian Mysteries
9780451225481 CHECK CATALOG

Mystery shopper Josie Marcus doesn't get the appeal of the year-round Christmas shop, but after two of them pop up within two blocks, she's assigned to rate them anonymously. Easy enough, Josie thinks, until she realizes that shoppers at one store are finding a strange--even deadly--secret ingredient in their holiday cake. Includes shopping tips. Original. …More

One Perfect Day

One Perfect Day
By Snelling, Lauraine
2008-10 - Faithwords
0446582107 CHECK CATALOG

Snelling presents the story of two mothers, strangers to one another, who arebrought together by tragedy and, eventually, a miracle. …More

The Paper Bag Christmas

The Paper Bag Christmas
By Milne, Kevin Alan
2008-10 - Center Street
9781599950730 CHECK CATALOG

Dr. Christopher Ringle recruits Mo Alan to help bring holiday cheer to the young cancer patients at a nearby hospital, including a decidedly angry girl who is so embarrassed by her scarred appearance that she hides her face behind the safety of a paper bag. …More

Ringing in Murder

Ringing in Murder
By Kingsbury, Kate
2008-11 - Berkley Publishing Group
9780425223994 CHECK CATALOG

This year at the Pennyfoot Hotel, Cecily has a surprise for her guests--Christmas crackers. Once the crackers pop, one lucky guest will discover a beautiful pearl brooch. But when two crackers go astray and a mysterious fire breaks out, things turn less than jolly. …More

Santa Clawed



Santa Clawed
By Brown, Rita Mae
Author Sneaky Pie Brown
Illustrator Gellatly, Michael
2008-11 - Bantam
9780553807066 CHECK CATALOG

Bestselling author Brown excites readers again with this holiday caper. "Santa Clawed" is filled with colorful human and animal characters, a delightful story, and of course, a murder or two. …More

The Santa Letters

The Santa Letters
By Gooch-Anderson, Stacy
2008-08 - Sweetwater Books
9781599551456 CHECK CATALOG

The falling December snow brings with it the sadness that has engulfed the previous year for the Jensen family. This first year without their father and husband has been trying. Money is tight, but it's the emotional strain that threatens to snap under the weight of grief. Just as Emma and the children begin to sink beneath the surface, a mysterious package arrives on the doorstep. An ornate wax seal beckons them to open the accompanying note and start on a journey through Christmas. The note is signed simply, "Santa," and each day a package arrives to remind them of the true meaning of Christmas - love, family, memories, and, most important of all, Christ. …More

The Shepherd, the Angel, and Walter the Christmas Miracle Dog

The Shepherd, the Angel, and Walter the Christmas Miracle Dog
By Barry, Dave
2008-11 - Berkley Publishing Group
9780425217740 CHECK CATALOG

From the Pulitzer Prize-winning humorist and bestselling author comes a delightful Christmas story for all ages that will touch the heart and make readers laugh out loud. …More

Silver Bells

Silver Bells
By Michaels, Fern
Author Ross, JoAnn
Author Burton, Mary
2008-11 - Zebra
9781420103632 CHECK CATALOG

"New York Times"-bestselling author Fern Michaels headlines this quartet of seasonal tales. Includes Silver Bells by Michaels, Dear Santa by JoAnn Ross, Christmas Past by Mary Burton, and A Mulberry Park Christmas by Judy Duarte. Original. …More

Six Geese A-Slaying

Six Geese A-Slaying
By Andrews, Donna
2008-10 - Minotaur Books
9780312536107 CHECK CATALOG

Deliciously daffy . . . Andrews demonstrates her absolute mastery of the comedic mystery, deftly balancing outrageously funny scenes with well-paced suspense.--"Publishers Weekly." …More

Small Town Christmas: Return to PromiseMail-Order Bride

Small Town Christmas: Return to PromiseMail-Order Bride
By Macomber, Debbie, Cathy
2008-11 - Mira Books
9780778325956 CHECK CATALOG

This special two-in-one collection by bestselling author Macomber takes fans to two small towns--Promise, Texas, and Gold River, Alaska--for two tales of holiday romance. Original. …More

The Spy Who Came for Christmas

The Spy Who Came for Christmas
By Morrell, David
2008-10 - Vanguard Press
9781593154875 CHECK CATALOG

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Few thriller writers are as praised as Morrell, who has been called "the father of the modern action novel." Now he delivers a masterwork of suspense that is sure to become a holiday classic. …More

Tis the Season!



Tis the Season!
By Landvik, Lorna
2008-10 - Ballantine Books
9780345499752 CHECK CATALOG

Brimming with bestselling author Landvik's trademark charm and wit, this irresistible story of forgiveness and redemption is a delicious feel-good work for the holiday season. …More

To All a Good Night

To All a Good Night
By Kauffman, Donna
Author Shalvis, Jill
Author Dimon, HelenKay
2008-10 - Brava
9780758228499 CHECK CATALOG

Kauffman headlines a sexy and festive Christmas anthology alongside two of the best authors of romance--Jill Shalvis and HelenKay Dimon. …More

A Virgin River Christmas

A Virgin River Christmas
By Carr, Robyn, Rgon
2008-11 - Mira Books
9780778325734 CHECK CATALOG

Last Christmas, Marcie Sullivan said a final goodbye to her husband, Bobby. This Christmas, she's come to Virgin River to find the man who saved Bobby's life in Fallujah, and gave her three more years to love him. Original. …More

Welcome to Serenity

Welcome to Serenity
By Woods, Sherryl
2008-12 - Mira Books
9780778325895 CHECK CATALOG

Pushed into working on Serenity's annual Christmas festival, Jeanette Brioche teams up with the the sexy new town manager Tom McDonald, who, like Jeanette, is less than enthused about family and the holidays. Both soon learn that Christmas is a season of miracles. …More

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