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Do you know the “other story” about Nicholas? Well, you are about to find out! In this re-envisioning of the "Santa Claus" story, you find this one has several twists — first, did you know Nicholas was a twin? And, how did he ever get to the North Pole?

All Olivia wanted was one last miserable Christmas with her husband’s awful family before moving to Australia. She didn’t expect a murder. Or another. Or another. Now the snow has cut them off and she’s stuck in a crumbling country house, with ten increasingly deranged relatives and the rising suspicion that someone is picking them off one by one. As the bodies pile up and the festive façade starts to crack, Olivia must survive the season, clear her name and uncover the killer – Or, at the very least, get through lunch without anyone else choking on a sprout.

Darcy Archer works in a small bookstore in Manhattan. A daydream believer, she refuses to settle for anything less than being swept off her feet by the perfect man…literally. One day, when cycling to work, Darcy accidentally crashes into a sharply dressed gentleman walking his dog. He is knocked out cold, rushed to hospital and the poor pup gets left behind. Wracked with guilt, Darcy takes the dog and makes plans to reunite him with owner, Aidan. As she discovers the mysterious stranger's world of books, Darcy builds a picture of this man and wonders if he could be THE ONE.

It's been two years since Ethan Greene and Gary Knowles collided one fateful evening outside Tiffany & Co on Fifth Avenue. A mix-up with their shopping bags sent each man's life on an unexpected trajectory, and whilst Gary and his fiancée Rachel are heading for the altar, Ethan's love life is not so settled.

Joanna Whitman’s high-profile marriage held more secrets than she cares to remember, so when her ex-husband dies, she doesn't know what to feel. But when she discovers that he’s left behind a pregnant young woman, Joanna is forced to act. She knows exactly how brutal the spotlight on them both will be…unless she can find a way for them to disappear.

As Christmas approaches, Kelley is looking forward to getting the family together for some quality time at the inn. But when he walks in on Mitzi kissing Santa Claus (or the guy who's playing Santa at the inn's annual party), utter chaos descends. With the three older children each reeling in their own dramas and Bart unreachable in Afghanistan, it might be up to Kelley's ex-wife, nightly news anchor Margaret Quinn, to save Christmas at the Winter Street Inn.

Christmas on Nantucket finds Winter Street Inn owner Kelley Quinn and his family busily preparing for the holiday season. Though the year has brought tragedy, the Quinns have much to celebrate: Kelley has reunited with his first wife, Margaret; Kevin and Isabelle have a new baby; and Ava is finally dating a nice guy.

From the Winner of the 2016 Stella Prize for The Natural Way of Things. Four older women have a lifelong friendship of the best kind: loving, practical, frank and steadfast. But when Sylvie dies, the ground shifts dangerously for the remaining three. Can they survive together without her? They are Jude, a once-famous restaurateur, Wendy, an acclaimed public intellectual, and Adele, a renowned actress now mostly out of work. Struggling to recall exactly why they've remained close all these years, the grieving women gather for Christmas at Sylvie's old beach house.

Have yourself a scary little Christmas. In the heart of the holiday season, priceless paintings have vanished from a Park Avenue murder scene. Now, dashing French detective Luc Moncrief must become a quick study in the art of the steal - before a cold-blooded killer paints the town red. Merry Christmas, Detective.

The Sugar Loaf Lodge welcomes you in to warm yourself by the fire as the snow falls softly down. You'll find yourself immediately at home, bathed in the magic of this romantic hotel as it reveals the secrets and dreams of its guests. Sheila O'Flanagan's Christmas with You - originally published as A Season to Remember - is ideal festive listening for fans of Veronica Henry, Carole Matthews and Marian Keyes. These enchanting linked stories from the number one best-selling author bring to life one unforgettable Christmas full of surprise twists, life-changing moments...and love.

Get ready to tickle your funny bone with this collection of hilarious St. Patrick's Day dad jokes! Perfect for all ages, these jokes are sure to bring a smile to your face and get you in the spirit of the holiday. Whether you're a fan of puns or witty one-liners, this book has something for everyone.

Being a hitman is the loneliest of jobs. We don't have many friends. Some don't even have family. Lovers? Try explaining to your boyfriend why there's blood on your shirt. Christmas is the worst time to be alone. This year, love is in the cards for me, all thanks to a letter I found in the street. It reads, "Dear Santa, all I want for Christmas is revenge…"

Sharyn Tregonning wanted a holiday somewhere glamorous for her 60th birthday. So when her husband Barry surprises her with a caravan trip from Adelaide to Broome, she is furious—and bitterly disappointed. Even worse, Barry's annoying friend Ray, and Ray's reclusive frumpy sister Kathleen are coming along.

Christmas in a castle shouldn't involve booby traps and impending death. Can you build a catapult from rakes and flowerpots? When Beryl finds her aunt dead, she flees before the cops blame her. Unfortunately, the killers are after her. Rural Michigan isn’t Gramercy Park, but it does have a great castle to hide out in! “Gibbs” arrives home from the hospital (broken leg and all) to find someone living on his third floor, hiding out from “goons,” and making boobytraps to fend off an attack! Beryl is determined to beat the goons at their own game. Gibbs just wants to keep her alive.

Wenn die ängstliche Städterin den Hof in Ostfriesland übernehmen soll, wird es turbulent. Ein herrlicher Nordsee-Sommerroman, der eine perfekte Auszeit vom Alltag bietet. Als ihre beste Freundin von ihrem Verlobten sitzengelassen wird und dringend eine Auszeit braucht, bietet Janna sofort ihre Hilfe an. Die Kölnerin wird sich um den Gulfhof an der Nordsee kümmern. Obwohl sie vor Schreck erstarrt, wenn sie ein Pferd auch nur mit den Hufen scharren hört. Ihrer Freundin zuliebe tauscht sie das Stadtleben trotz allem gegen Misthaufen und störrische Ziegen.

Als ihre Ehe kriselt, fährt die Architektin Lina mit ihrer Tochter Marie nach Capri zu ihren Schwestern. Sie liebt die Insel, doch warum hat ihr verstorbener Großvater sie alle stets ferngehalten? Und warum will Marie auf einmal das Abi schmeißen? Nachdenklich streift Lina über die Insel, entdeckt ein zauberhaftes verfallenes Häuschen – und trifft den attraktiven Schreiner Luca. Spontan beauftragt er sie, es mit ihm zu restaurieren. Zwischen Lavendel und Orangenbäumen kommen die beiden sich näher. Als sie mitbekommt, dass ihre Großväter sich kannten, hofft Lina, endlich mehr zu erfahren.

It’s the day before Christmas, and Jane Shaw’s biggest concern is that her young charges, the girls at the Sheridan Girls’ Home, will behave during the annual inspection by their patrons, the very wealthy Frank and Irene Sheridan. That changes when the Sheridans’ daughter, Jacquelyn, nearly identical in looks to Jane, shows up instead of her parents. When Jacquelyn suggests that they switch clothing as a lark, Jane is uneasy, but she can’t say no. A series of mishaps takes Jane to the Sheridans’ mansion and leaves Jacquelyn stuck in Jane’s clothes and life.

The Hawthorne University Witch Holiday Collection is available in this three book boxed set. Each standalone short story encompasses real occult and pagan practices during the Easter, Halloween, and Christmas holiday seasons, amid Cadence’s romantic, ghostly and witchy adventures at Hawthorne University.

Perditus Sloan's life has been a constant balancing act between his drive for success and the family he loves-but too often neglects. Raised in a tumultuous home after his mother's passing, Perditus promised himself he'd provide a better life for his own family. But as his insurance business grows, so do the sacrifices he demands from his loved ones. Christmas, once filled with the warmth of pine-scented memories and glowing fires, now echoes with regret and missed moments.

Miriam ist rundum zufrieden mit ihrem Leben, sie mag ihren Job als Grafikdesignerin, bewohnt eine heimelige Zweizimmerwohnung in Flensburg und führt mit ihrem Freund Henrik eine aufregende Wochenendbeziehung. Eine feste Partnerschaft oder gar Familienplanung stehen mit ihren fünfundzwanzig Jahren noch lange nicht auf ihrer Agenda. Alles ist perfekt, so wie es ist. Bis Henrik eines schönen Tages mit Sack und Pack vor ihrer Tür steht, er habe Job und Wohnung in Kiel aufgegeben, um jeden Morgen neben ihr aufzuwachen. Miriam schnappt nach Luft.

When her happily-ever-after is shattered by a fiancé who disappears along with her life savings, Lorena desperately needs a new start. Then her seemingly perfect parents separate, and her mother decides to return to Corfu, the island of her birth, to renovate a family beach house. Lorena goes too, keen for a chance to shut the world out for a while. The sun-soaked island with its stunning beaches and glittering sea is just the distraction Lorena needs. Not least handsome, mysterious Christos. But as long-held family secrets start to emerge, clouds gather over their Greek island paradise.

This heartwarming holiday tale "Christmas Romance: Love, Magic, and Santa's Workshop Short Story" intertwines romance, adventure, and the timeless charm of Santa Claus’s magical world. Experience the magic of Christmas like never before. Santa Claus, a symbol of joy and generosity for centuries, never imagined love could find its way into his eternal mission When Emma, a compassionate social worker in the human world, finds herself caught in a snowstorm, she has no idea her life is about to change forever.

She expects to get the job done and return to Boston without complication. As Christmas approaches, Lacey is surrounded by nostalgia, as she tries to balance work and her personal life. Further adding to her growing list of distractions is her college boyfriend, Mason Peters. Will sparks fly when she runs into the man she left behind? When faced with the choice to stay or go, which path will she choose this time?

Lakritze, Stau, Rote Bete - für Alaska ist so ziemlich alles besser als Weihnachten. Als selbsternannter Weihnachtsmuffel, verabscheut sie seit dem Ende ihrer letzten Beziehung alles, was auch nur im Entferntesten mit dem Fest der Liebe zu tun hat. Zu dumm nur, dass sie auf ihrem Heimflug ausgerechnet auf Finnley, den Weihnachtsfan Nr. 1, treffen muss. Und als ob das nicht schon genug wäre, sitzt er im Flugzeug auch noch neben ihr. Schnell wird klar: Es ist Zeit für ein Wunder...

'Flirts und Trostplätzchen' ist Teil der Christmas Love-Anthologie. Alle Teile können unabhängig voneinander gehört werden.

Emily Anderson adores romance—both in books and in real life (though her own love life is more ‘tragic subplot’ than ‘happily-ever-after’). As an audiobook narrator, she spends her days bringing love stories to life, convinced that one day, her own perfect romance will come true. Jude Cavendish, thinks romance is a fairy tale for fools. A crime author with a serious case of writer’s block, he’s horrified when his publisher asks him to add a love story to his latest novel. He knows murders, mysteries, and mayhem—not grand gestures and stolen kisses.

Tessa hasn’t had a single holiday off since she started working for Alexander King, her infuriatingly demanding—and devastatingly gorgeous boss. For the first time in four years, he shocks her by giving her Christmas off. After planning to head home and see her parents, an unexpected errand comes from Mr. King. She knows she must take care of it or risk losing her job. Tessa heads out, hoping to be able to beat the snowstorm heading their way, but fate and Alex have other plans. Stranded at Alex’s secluded mansion with the one man she can’t stand, Tessa braces for the worst.

My kids are a**holes. Yeah, I said it. I said the thing no father is supposed to say about their children, and I'll say it again because I miss my wife. Serena's checked out and now resides in "yes, dear" robot mode, complete with a new eye twitch. Reason being the impish elves we spawned are currently sucking the life out of her—daily. Thanks to Gracie and Peyton, my patience is hanging by the last orange bulb on a very thin green wire. Thank God we're headed to Triple Falls. A week of Ruby's eggnog and a little change of scenery could be just what the woman I love needs.

Was passiert, wenn man am Abgrund einen Schritt zu weit geht? Wird es tatsächlich besser, wenn man seine Komfortzone verlässt? Marie ist Anfang 30, als sich ihr perfekter Fünfjahresplan plötzlich in Luft auflöst. Sie muss von vorne beginnen und überlegen, ob sie das, was sie immer zu wollen glaubte, wirklich will. Schließlich entscheidet sie sich für das Gegenteil von allem, was sie jemals plante und fliegt nach Thailand – mit nichts als einem Rucksack und der großen Angst vor dem Unbekannten.

Sabine ist eine überaus erfolgreiche Eventmanagerin aus Berlin. Erst vor Kurzem wurde sie kinderlos geschieden. Sabine ist nicht gerade begeistert, als ihr humorvoller Papa Werner sie anlässlich seines 80. Geburtstags zu einer einwöchigen Kreuzfahrt in der Adria ab Venedig einlädt. Vater und Tochter trennen nämlich Welten. Sabine findet sich schließlich in einer Luxussuite mit Butler wieder. Im Urlaub angekommen, überschlagen sich die Ereignisse. Es stellt sich heraus, dass ihr Papa die Mitreisende Hilde schon aus Deutschland kennt.