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In the very beginning, before the sleigh, Santa did things in a roundabout way. The trip was tiresome and took way too long, and three weeks before Christmas, everything went wrong. Now can Mrs. Claus come up with a plan and save the world’s most kindly man?

Do small acts of kindness go unnoticed? Can something as small as a blade of grass be used to bring about miracles? This heart-warming story demonstrates how one small act can create ripples through eternity. A hunter walks into a field at sunrise. He spies a dove and takes aim. What happens next is a carefully orchestrated miracle that begins with just one blade of grass.

Especially created for children as a sleep story, this book is an excellent choice for a relaxing bedtime routine. The narration technique is optimised to engage and calm young minds. With its gentle pacing and lyrical prose, each sentence adds to a soothing, dream-like atmosphere that is ideal for lulling young listeners into a peaceful sleep. The Dreamland Express is a tranquil bedtime tale for young children, unfolding in the charming village of Willowdale.

Actors, musicians, TV personalities, and other public figures in the spotlight aren’t always who they appear to be. You might be surprised by just how many have led nefarious, double lives, and have become infamous criminals! Power, status, and a rich lifestyle aren’t barriers to criminal behavior. Yes, people from all walks of life commit crimes. But the people featured here are not your typical neighbors or subway passengers—they are household names and Hollywood stars.

Norfolk, 1813. In the quiet Waveney Valley, the body of Mary Tyrell is staked through the heart after her death by suicide. She had been under arrest for the suspected murder of her newborn child. Mary leaves behind a young daughter, Hannah, who is later sent away to the Refuge for the Destitute in London, where she will be trained for a life of domestic service. It is at the Refuge that Hannah meets Annie Simpkins, a fellow resident, and together they forge a friendship that deepens into passionate love.

Everly is the Alpha’s eldest daughter and next in line to become Alpha. That all changes when she learns she is pregnant with the notorious Blood Alpha’s son. But Alpha Valen denies ever being with her, and her father refuses to have a “rogue whore” for a daughter. Everly is shunned by the pack for not aborting her child, stripped of her title, and forced to be a rogue with her newborn son.

Clara has a secret. She is obsessed with the mysterious Countess Antonia Arco, a woman Clara has never even met. When Clara is hired to work in the remote Arco castle as a live-in librarian, the two women are enthralled in a passionate romance. But the castle hides sinister secrets within its walls, and Clara soon realizes that nothing is as it seems. When Antonia is revealed as an immortal monster, Clara is thrown into a world of ancient rituals and perverse eroticism.

It’s that time of the year again in the quaint town of Sherwood. The festivities are just about to commence. But this year, everyone is cautious. As FBI agent Emma Griffin and her family are trying to enjoy the holidays together, a serial-killer is stalking Sherwood. Leaving behind gift-wrapped horrors beneath the trees in various public places.

Unearth the secret to maintaining a healthy balance. Experience how positive thinking and intentional action play critically important roles in every goddess's life, including yours. Discover invaluable tips, lessons, and exercises for overcoming any setback, adversity, or fear while living a life of true meaning for yourself. Awaken your inner power to self-trust, self-respect, self-love and self-heal.

Enchanted by the Boleyn family, Beth only returned to the present day when life at Henry VIII’s court started to take a darker turn. She has just resigned herself to leaving her adventures firmly in the past, when she gets a nasty shock. It seems her time-slipping has had a disastrous affect. Anne Boleyn has been wiped from history and somehow it looks like Beth may have taken her place. Terrified that his favourite student may have changed English history forever, Professor Marshall convinces Beth to return to Anne, with the clear objective to fix her mess.

Rylie loves to jump! He jumps at home. He jumps at the park. And he jumps at school. But sometimes his jumps are too big for small spaces. When his jumping starts causing messes and making his friends uncomfortable, can Rylie use his growth mindset to help him understand the right time to jump and the right time to hop?

Julia and Lauren are sisters, but definitely not best friends. They rarely even speak to each other. But when Lauren's fortieth birthday is ruined by her latest boyfriend dumping her, Julia feels a sudden and unexpected burst of sympathy, and offers to go with her on the special holiday he'd paid for as a birthday present. Unfortunately the holiday turns out not to be a glamorous hotel in a holiday hotspot, but a self-catering cottage in a tiny village called Deepcombe, in the middle of Dartmoor. And it's January.

April Sinclair, a Hollywood actress whose fame is starting to dry up, has returned to her tiny Scottish hometown on the Isle of Skye, the location of her family's local whisky business, following her grandfather's death. But she hadn't banked on silent and grump Malcolm Macabe being the one in charge. Mal loves his own company, and he doesn't appreciate glamorous film star April's presence – or the way she's trying to take back control of the whisky distillery. But their shared desire to save the struggling family business will mean working a lot closer than either of them might wish.

I Love Me Because I Am Who I Am! is an uplifting story that helps children celebrate who they are inside and out. With its positive message of self-love, self-acceptance, and individuality, this book inspires kids to appreciate their unique qualities and embrace what makes them special.

Look Out! Stranger Danger! is an important story that helps children learn how to stay safe, trust their instincts, and recognize when something feels wrong. Through the adventures of Mia and Max, kids will see real-life examples of how to respond when approached by strangers, and parents will find peace of mind knowing their children are learning these essential safety skills.

Moms can always tell when something is wrong. When her son comes home from school quiet and unhappy, she gently asks what happened. To her surprise, he shares that his classmates have been unkind and left him out. Unsure why, she comforts him and reminds him that things can get better. "No Choosing Favorites" is a rhyming story that explores the pain of being excluded and the harm that comes from making favorites. With age-appropriate language and an engaging storyline, it teaches children about diversity, equality, and the importance of kindness and inclusivity.

The Aeolian islands, 2010. Sophia, on the cusp of adulthood, spends a long hot summer with her father in Sicily. There she falls in love for the first time. There she works as her father's amanuensis, typing the novel he dictates, a story about sex and gender divides. There, their relationship fractures. London, Summer 2020. Sophia's father, a 61-year-old novelist who does not feel himself to be a bad or outdated person sits in a large theatre, surrounded by strangers, watching his daughter's first play.

Bored? Not for long! When I'm Bored turns those “nothing to do” moments into fun, adventure, and creativity. Written by seven-year-old Michael Blade with the help of his mom, this cheerful story is packed with simple and exciting ideas—like drawing, playing, reading, and exploring the world around you. It inspires kids to try new activities, find motivation, and see that there is always something to do if you just start looking.

When duty calls, East End girl Minnie Wolton isn’t afraid to do her bit. She’s excited to be joining the ATS girls and although she knows life at the barracks will be tough, she’s not one to quit! She just hopes the other girls are all good sorts. With her husband away fighting, Eileen Ruffel is glad of the break from her unhappy marriage. She just wants to make a success of the ATS girls and maybe find happiness too. Along with the other girls, Minnie and Eileen strike up a firm friendship. The training is hard, but they are determined to prove they are the best new recruits.

The Hourglass of Life is a heartwarming rhyming story that reminds children to make the most of every moment. Using an hourglass as a beautiful metaphor, it shows the value of living in the present, cherishing the people we love, and embracing joy and adventure. Along the way, it encourages kindness, forgiveness, self-care, and the simple but powerful act of loving one another.