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In this eagerly awaited follow-up to his #1 Amazon bestseller, Christmas Stories: 7 Original Short Stories, Moore masterfully crafts a tapestry of unforgettable characters and heartwarming narratives that embody the essence of the holiday season. Journey with a young boy who creates a profound and mystical Christmas for his community, a woman who stumbles upon a mysterious pink gift card filled with unexpected surprises, and a troubled young man who hears the magical sound of snowflakes falling. Each story invites you on a path of self-discovery, love, and miracles.

On a snow-covered Halloween night in the town of Aberlea, Jonathan Harker, a reclusive and wildly successful novelist, lives in an eerie Victorian mansion where the eyes in the paintings seem to watch your every move. Known for his chilling horror novels, Jonathan hides more than just dark tales within the walls of his grand but decaying home — there’s a secret buried in these walls that he’s desperate to keep hidden. Karlee Monroe, filling in for the local takeaway driver, arrives at Harker's mansion with a tale of a broken-down car. But nothing about her arrival is accidental.

Holiday Bay is a charming seaside town where every season brings a holiday, every holiday is a reason to celebrate, and healing comes in the most unexpected forms. After a devastating loss, Abby Sullivan never imagined her road to healing would lead her to a quaint seaside inn in Holiday Bay, Maine—or to a new life filled with quirky companions, cozy traditions, and mysteries that seem to follow her wherever she goes.

Winterzauber in den Highlands - Liebe inklusive: Ein verschneites Hotel in den schottischen Highlands, eine prominente Braut mit großen Plänen und zwei beste Freunde, die vielleicht mehr füreinander empfinden, als sie ahnen... In dieser festlichen Feelgood-Geschichte liegt Magie in der Luft. Hotelier Harry Robertson ist fest entschlossen, das Applemore Hotel zu einem Erfolg zu machen.

Urlaubszeit auf Sylt – aber an Erholung ist nicht zu denken. Als Hannah Lambert bei einem selbst anberaumten Treffen nicht erscheint, witzeln ihre Kollegen zunächst noch. Bis aus dem Spaß tödlicher Ernst wird. Hannah ist spurlos verschwunden, und während bald schon niemand mehr daran glaubt, dass die Kommissarin noch lebt, kommen Ole und Ralf den Entführern Stück für Stück auf die Spur. Doch dieser Fall führt alle Beteiligten an ihre Grenzen und weit darüber hinaus, schließlich ist nicht klar, ob Hannah ihre Hilfsbereitschaft mit dem Leben bezahlen musste.

Christmas at Hedgelord Garden Centre should be simple. But when one of those Santas goes rogue and films an incriminating adult movie, with Hedgelord’s grotto as the backdrop, sales manager Charlotte Mitchell finds herself in the middle of a festive disaster. The only way to save Hedgelord’s reputation is to track down the wayward Santa and secure the footage before it’s released. Unfortunately, she’s not the only one on the case — Jack Hartigan, her infuriatingly charming rival from Bloomers garden centre, is also in pursuit. Worse still, Santa has already fled to Lapland.

Christmas in Birmingham means the Frankfurt Christmas Market. Loved and hated by brummies in equal measure, it certainly makes life interesting for West Midlands Police. But when the body of a homeless man is found behind a market stall early one Sunday morning, it looks like Christmas might be cancelled for DI Zoe Finch and her team. And when they discover that the victim has a history that makes his death politically sensitive, things get even more complicated.

The Carters, a family looking to escape holiday chaos, arrive at a secluded cabin nestled deep within the snowy woods, eager for a peaceful Christmas. But as they settle into their rustic hideaway, the surrounding pines appear to draw nearer, bringing with them a foreboding silence and strange, inexplicable whispers in the night. Strange symbols, eerie voices, and unsettling encounters with the locals hint at secrets hidden within the forest, a place where time itself seems suspended and ancient rituals still hold sway.

Santa had it right with his naughty and nice lists. Me? I was firmly Team Nice. Need help throwing together a holiday wedding in four days, big brother? No problem. Need me to share my bed with your super-hot best friend? If I must. Want to be sure I won't accidentally fall in love with said super hot best friend—Brooks Claus? Can't promise that. He may have moved away from our small town years ago, but there's something about being near him again that brings back memories of that innocent crush I never quite got over.

When my boss tells me I'm taking over the planning of the annual Christmas gala, I can barely contain my excitement. Not only is it a huge opportunity, but I also love all things Christmas. I'm on cloud nine until I realize I have to work closely with the grumpy doctor, who is my opposite in every way. He loathes the holidays. At least that's what he says. His eyes tell me a different story.

Wird es diesmal einen "richtigen" Tannenbaum geben – einen, der im Wald gewachsen ist? Oder bleibt wieder nur die kunstvolle, aber eben "falsche" Kreation des gutherzigen Tischlers Meister Ahrens, der aus wenigen Zweigen und viel Fantasie kleine Wunder vollbringt? Mit feinem Humor, liebevollen Details und überraschender Tiefe nimmt uns Charlotte Niese in ihrer Geschichte, die 1920 veröffentlicht wurde, mit in eine Zeit, die unserer heutigen gar nicht so unähnlich ist.

It's been eight months since Sandra lost her beloved husband, and she knows something has to change. Her son wants her to sell up her home and move into a retirement apartment, close to him. But she doesn't feel ready for that yet. Then she bumps into her old friend Patti, heading off to get her first tattoo. Patti explains she's beaten cancer and now she's ready to make every second count… And – sitting down for a cuppa and a slice of cake – the women land on the perfect idea – a bucket list!

The Oceanview Cove Investigators are back for their most puzzling case yet. When valuable items are stolen from three of their closest friends on Christmas Day, Jim Butterfield and his feline partner Ginger discover each theft comes with its own riddle–and only 100 hours to solve them all. As holiday celebrations continue, Jim and Ginger realize the stolen items are merely a prelude to something far more sinister. With time running out and the stakes higher than ever, they must uncover the thief's true plan before it's too late.

Amy has her entire life planned out: marry her fiancé Josh, move out of their London flat and live happily ever after in the countryside. There's just one problem - Amy and Josh haven't had sex in 180 days. She's counted. So when Josh's family decide to throw them a surprise wedding, Amy scrambles to cross everything off her to-do list... including Josh. With the help of a glass of red wine (or two), Amy steps out of her star-patterned pyjamas and into a world of too-tight lingerie and sex-positive affirmations.

Brought to you by Penguin. The festive season is fast approaching. Jane Austen fears that without her siblings at home, there won’t be much Christmas cheer in the Austen household this year. But when she uncovers a skeleton in the cellar of Deane Rectory, Jane soon forgets her woes. Who needs...

Eva Coleman has lost her glow. After missing a well-deserved promotion at work, she's left heartbroken during what she thought was a proposal dinner. Who the hell said this was the 'most wonderful time of the year'? Unable to face her mother's disappointment, Eva decides it's time for a break. Even more, she needs an adventure! It's time to rediscover who she is and live life by her own rules. To escape the proposals under trees and two for one hot chocolate deals, Eva finds herself stumbling into a hidden antiquarian bookshop. Here, she discovers a book that just might bring her spark back.

Newly divorced from overbearing husband Malcom and with only reruns of Bergerac and an irascible black cat called Ivan for company, Meg decides it’s time to add a little colour back into her life. So when she spots a flyer for a local art class at the Lower Begley community centre, she grabs a brush — despite her only painting experience being a half-hearted coat of magnolia in the downstairs loo.

Selma Lagerlöf entführt uns in ihren weihnachtlichen Geschichten in ein märchenhaftes, tief verschneites Schweden, in dem noch Wunder geschehen. Sie verbindet Kindheitserinnerungen an frühere Weihnachtsfeste mit dem reichen Sagenschatz ihres Heimatlandes, erzählt von alten Bräuchen, Räubermüttern und wundersamen Weihnachtsgärten.

When Micah and Memphis Blackwood landed in my ER, I had no clue they played for my Dad's hockey team. Daddy always told me to stay away from his players, but I've never been good at following his rules. The twins are double the trouble with broad shoulders, rock-hard abs, and killer smiles. They had me screaming their names and begging for more.

In downtown Chicago’s festive Christmas market, strings of twinkling lights and carollers in Victorian attire mask an unimaginable horror. Gabe, a jaded mall Santa with a troubled past, Vicky, a desperate mother searching for her daughter, and Leo, a down-on-his-luck survivor, find themselves thrust into a nightmare as the idyllic holiday scene erupts into chaos. A mysterious snowfall triggers a horrifying transformation among the crowd, turning ordinary people into bloodthirsty, glowing-eyed predators.