Celebrate the Season through Story!

Wolfsbane and Mistletoe By Harris, Charlaine Editor Kelner, Toni L. P. Contribution by Briggs, Patricia 2008-10 - Ace Books 9780441016334 CHECK CATALOG 2008 Agatha Award Winner- Best Short Story for "The Night Things Changed," by Dana Cameron New York Times-bestselling authors Charlaine Harris, Patricia Briggs, and Carrie Vaughn--along with 12 other masters of the genre--offer all-new stories on werewolves and the holidays, a variation on the concept of birthdays and vampires featured in Many Bloody Returns. …More

Yuletide Treasure: The Finest Gift/A Blessed Season By Snelling, Lauraine Author Hart, Jillian 2008-11 - Steeple Hill 9780373786312 CHECK CATALOG Two beloved authors of inspirational romance unwrap two romantic, joyful stories that celebrate the season. Original. …More

Angela and the Baby Jesus By McCourt, Frank Illustrator Long, Loren 2007-11 - Scribner Book Company 9781416574705 CHECK CATALOG BookPage Notable Title McCourt writes a captivating story about Angela as a child--often cold and hungry herself--compelled to rescue the baby Jesus and take him home. Presented in two formats, one for children, one for adults, the story is told in the voice that has stirred the souls of millions of readers. …More

Candy Cane Murder By Fluke, Joanne Author Meier, Leslie Author Levine, Laura 2007-10 - Kensington Publishing Corporation 9780758221988 CHECK CATALOG Just in time for the holidays comes the perfect stocking stuffer--a low-priced, hardcover mystery collection featuring novellas from three beloved authors, plus bonus holiday recipes. …More

Cat Deck the Halls By Murphy, Shirley Rousseau 2007-11 - William Morrow & Company 9780061123955 CHECK CATALOG Feline P.I. Joe Grey and friends must catch a holiday killer in this 13th delightful and sophisticated mystery in the popular, award-winning series. …More

A Christmas Beginning By Perry, Anne 2007-10 - Ballantine Books 9780345485823 CHECK CATALOG From "New York Times" bestselling author Perry comes a brand-new holiday mystery. Interweaving the original Christmas Story with her own holiday tale, Perry explores the meaning of Josephs secondary role compared to that of Mary and Jesus. …More

The New Year's Quilt By Chiaverini, Jennifer 2007-11 - Simon & Schuster 9781416547556 CHECK CATALOG From the "New York Times" bestselling author of "The Christmas Quilt" and the Elm Creek Quilt series comes a heartwarming account of New Years traditions at Elm Creek Manor. …More

Christmas Letters By Macomber, Debbie 2007-09 - Wheeler Publishing 9781597224680 CHECK CATALOG Catherine O'Conner has a knack for writing Christmas letters for other people. When she meets psychologist Dr. Wynn Jeffries, she begins to fall in love, despite their opposing opinions on Christmas. …More

The Christmas Pearl By Frank, Dorothea Benton 2007-11 - William Morrow & Company 9780061438448 CHECK CATALOG Theodora has finally gotten her family together in South Carolina to celebrate Christmas, but the holiday looks nothing like the extravagant, homey holidays of her childhood. Luckily for her, a special someone who heard her plea for help arrives. …More

The Christmas Promise By VanLiere, Donna 2007-10 - St. Martin's Press 9780312367763 CHECK CATALOG BookPage Notable Title From the author of the "New York Times" bestseller "The Christmas Shoes" comes the next inspiring novel in her Christmas Hope series: a deeply moving story about second chances and the power of love. …More

A Christmas Visitor By Kinkade, Thomas Author Spencer, Katherine 2007-10 - Berkley Publishing Group 9780425217252 CHECK CATALOG From the "New York Times"-bestselling authors comes a story of Cape Light Christmas surprises as the spirit of the season gives its residents hope and happiness. …More

Christmas Wishes By Macomber, Debbie, Cathy 2007-11 - Mira Books 9780778325062 CHECK CATALOG Featuring two classic holiday stories by fan favorite Debbie Macomber, this collection contains "Christmas Letters" and "Rainy Day Kisses." Reissue. …More

Comfort and Joy By Michaels, Fern Author Bostwick, Marie Author Lamb, Cathy 2007-11 - Zebra 9780821780480 CHECK CATALOG Readers can curl up by the fireside with this collection of four heartwarming stories for the holidays, featuring original tales by Fern Michaels, Cathy Lamb, Marie Bostwick, and Deborah J. Wolf. Original. …More

Dark Celebration By Feehan, Christine 2007-10 - Jove Books 9780515143546 CHECK CATALOG With her erotically charged Carpathian tales, Feehan, hailed as the queen of paranormal romance by "USA Today," has enthralled fans with a seductive world and the unforgettable characters--both human and not--who inhabit it. This edition of the "New York Times" bestseller features exclusive deleted scenes and recipes. …More

First Impressions By Roberts, Nora 2007-04 - Wheeler Publishing 9781597224819 CHECK CATALOG "New York Times"-bestselling author Nora Roberts offers this two-in-one volume of holiday tales sure to warm the heart. Includes the classic story "First Impressions" accompanied by "Blithe Images." Reissue. …More

The Gift By Evans, Richard Paul 2007-10 - Simon & Schuster 9781416550013 CHECK CATALOG BookPage Notable Title Beloved inspirational author Richard Paul Evans crafts a heartwarming Christmas story in the tradition of "The Christmas Box" and "Finding Noel." Simon & Schuster …More

The Gift By Evans, Richard Paul 2007-11 - Center Point Large Print 9781602850668 CHECK CATALOG Beloved inspirational author Richard Paul Evans crafts a heartwarming Christmas story in the tradition of "The Christmas Box" and "Finding Noel." Simon & Schuster …More

Grave Apparel By Byerrum, Ellen 2007-07 - Signet Book 9780451221780 CHECK CATALOG The "fabulously fun"* fashionista/sleuth Lacey Smithsonian is back in the case of a food editor who may have given her holiday sweater-hating coworker her just desserts... …More

Hearts Evergreen By Hatcher, Robin Lee Author Springer, Kathryn 2007-11 - Steeple Hill 9780373786121 CHECK CATALOG Two delightful holiday tales are collected in this anthology, in which Christmas offers a reunion romance and a matchmaking endeavor. Includes Hatchers "A Cloud Mountain Christmas" and Springers "A Match Made for Christmas." Original. …More

Hercule Poirot's Christmas By Christie, Agatha 2007-09 - Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers 9781579127350 CHECK CATALOG On the night before Christmas, cruel, tyrannical, filthy rich Simeon Lee is found in his locked bedroom with his throat cut. Now Hercule Poirot must put his deductive powers to the test to solve one of his most chilling cases--and to prevent a clever killer from spilling more blood. Previously titled A Holiday for Murder and Murder for Christmas. …More

An Irish Christmas By Carlson, Melody 2007-09 - Revell 9780800718800 CHECK CATALOG A captivating story of love, deception, and secret passions A well-hidden secret has haunted Colleen for twenty years. Her husband made her promise she would never speak of it again, but now he??'s gone and life seems so out of control. Will her fragile relationship with her adult son Jamie survive the truth she??'s hidden for so long? Jamie has a few secrets of his own???like his desire to pursue his music. But as with many things in his life, it isn???t going very well. Why doesn???t he seem to fit in anywhere? When Jamie announces his plans to join the military, Colleen decides it??'s time for the two of them to take a trip together???to Ireland. But will this trip cost her the very relationship she??'s trying to save? The truth they discover could change their lives in a way neither ever thought possible. This will be a Christmas they will never forget. …More

Kissing Christmas Goodbye By Beaton, M. C. 2007-10 - Minotaur Books 9780312349110 CHECK CATALOG BookPage Notable Title After a wealthy widow is poisoned, Agatha receives the letter the woman had sent before her death, saying one of her family members had intended to kill her. Agatha sets out to find the murderer, all the while managing a teenage trainee who makes her feel old and plotting every detail of a traditional Christmas. …More

The Last Noel By Graham, Heather 2007-11 - Mira Books 9780778325253 CHECK CATALOG A family Christmas turns into a hostage standoff when two violent criminals break into the OBoyles familys home. Knowing that psychology and not brawn will be the safest way to get through this, Mom Skylar offers the men a Christmas dinner. But one of the men has a few surprises of his own. …More

Lost for Christmas By Hindmarsh, Ted Author Hindmarsh, Shirlene 2007-08 - Horizon Publishers & Distributors 9780882908236 CHECK CATALOG Duncan is a typical eight-year-old: naturally curious, easily distracted, and prone to do his own thing. His Aunt Millie lives in a small town six hundred miles away, and when his parents decide to visit for Christmas, it sets the stage for disaster. Accidentally left at a gas station, Duncan must find a way to find the family he lost. …More

Midnight Clear By Jenkins, Jerry B. Author Jenkins, Dallas 2007-09 - Tyndale House Publishers 9781414316598 CHECK CATALOG A middle-aged man, jobless and recently evicted. An old woman estranged from her family. A frustrated youth pastor. A young mother and son spending their first holiday alone since her husband's accident. And a gas station owner forced to work on a holiday. But hope often comes when least expected. As midnight approaches, these five randomly cross paths, changing each others' lives forever. "Midnight Clear" is a modern-day parable about how seemingly insignificant acts of grace can make a profound difference. …More