Catching Christmas

Catching Christmas
Author: Terri Blackstock
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Total Pages: 333
Release: 2018-10-09
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0310351731

An overworked attorney’s grandmother will stop at nothing to find her a date for Christmas in this heartwarming holiday love story about finding what really matters in life. As a first-year law associate, Sydney Batson knows she will be updating her resume by New Year’s if she loses her current case. So when her grandmother gets inexplicably ill while Sydney is in court, she arranges for a cab to take her grandmother to the clinic. The last thing cab driver Finn Parrish wants is to be saddled with a wheelchair-bound old lady with dementia. But because Miss Callie reminds him of his own mother, whom he failed miserably in her last days, he can’t say no when she keeps calling him for rides. Once a successful gourmet chef, Finn’s biggest concern now is paying his rent, but half the time Callie doesn’t remember to pay him. And as she starts to feel better, she leads him on wild-goose chases to find a Christmas date for her granddaughter. When Finn meets Sydney, he’s quite certain she’s never needed help finding a date. Does Miss Callie have an ulterior motive, or is this just a mission driven by delusions? He’s willing to do whatever he can to help fulfill Callie’s Christmas wish. He just never expected to be a vital part of it. Praise for Catching Christmas: “The feel-good Christmas book of the year. Blackstock’s tale of love and redemption wrapped in a holiday bow will leave you smiling. Don’t miss Catching Christmas.”—Rachel Hauck, New York Times bestselling author “Darling and laugh-out-loud cute, Catching Christmas makes the reader think about the important things in life. I read it in one gulp and wished there was more. Highly recommended!”—Colleen Coble, USA TODAY bestselling author “Blackstock weaves a compelling, romantic tale that is sure to get you into the Christmas spirit!”—Denise Hunter, bestselling author Stand-alone romance novel Perfect for gift giving or as a stocking stuffer Hopeful and encouraging Christmas story that will appeal to fans of Hallmark movies Includes discussion questions for book clubs

Catching Christmas Dinner

Catching Christmas Dinner
Author: Ifeanyi Esimai
Publisher: ShotReads
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2022-12-21
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 163589770X

When a young woman is found murdered in a park a few days before Christmas—blunt-force trauma—Detective Vikki Mattsen responds to the call. Her investigation focuses on the last people to see her alive and a four-figure ATM withdrawal a couple of hours before her demise. As the list of suspects grows, Vikki must act fast before the perpetrator escapes justice under the guise of leaving town for the holidays.

How to Catch Santa

How to Catch Santa
Author: Jean Reagan
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 26
Release: 2018-09-11
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0525579915

A #1 New York Times bestseller and Christmas must-read from the creators of the laugh-out-loud bestsellers How to Babysit a Grandpa and How to Babysit a Grandma! After waiting for days and days and days, it’s finally Christmas Eve. And that’s when you can try to catch Santa.... Two sibling narrators give clever tips for “catching” Santa (be crafty! be clever! be gentle!) on Christmas Eve in this delightful and hilarious holiday offering, written in a fun instructional style. Filled with humor and warmth, this is a jolly read-aloud for the whole family to enjoy! And don't miss Jean Reagan and Lee Wildish's How to Raise a Mom and How to Surprise a Dad! “A new hit this year is How to Catch Santa. . . . The picture book offers lighthearted tips on how kids can steal a glimpse of Mr. Elusive, aka Santa. . . .” —USA Today

The White Christmas Inn

The White Christmas Inn
Author: Colleen Wright
Publisher: Pocket Books
Total Pages: 352
Release: 2019-10-29
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1982122315

In this heartwarming, feel-good novel, a snowstorm brings a cast of very different characters together at a sleepy New England inn, just in time for Christmas—and maybe even in time for a Christmas miracle. A New England inn seems like the picture-perfect place to spend the holidays. But when a snowstorm shuts the roads and keeps them all inside, the guests find themselves worrying that this Christmas may not be exactly what they dreamed of. Molly just needs to keep her head down and finish her latest book, but her writer’s block is crippling. The arrival of Marcus, a handsome widower with two young girls, is exactly the distraction she doesn’t need. Hannah was hoping for a picturesque winter wedding, but her plans come crashing down when her fiancé calls everything off. She reconnects with her childhood friend, Luke, when he comes to check on his grandmother before the storm. Jeanne and Tim don’t know how they’re going to keep the inn open another year—or how to bridge the distance between them in their marriage. With a flurry of unexpected guests, they’ll have to work together to fix all the problems that crop up. But will it be enough to rekindle their relationship? With faith, and a little bit of Christmas magic, the inn—and its inhabitants—might just make it through the holidays after all in this “beautiful story about strangers becoming friends…and having an unexpectedly joyous time” (Publishers Weekly).

Catching Santa

Catching Santa
Author: David M. F. Powers
Publisher: Pants On Fire Press
Total Pages: 305
Release: 2014-08-26
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0982727100

This 2011 Indie Award-Winner is the first in a new series. This Christmas, read a story unlike any other about a boy whose destiny will force you to forget everything you know about Santa because it¿s just not true! In Franco¿s book it is six days before Christmas in Winter Garden and weird things are happening in 11-year-old Jakob's Florida neighborhood. His friends are convinced their Christmas is in danger, and then live snowmen strangely appear and confirm the threat. Jakob dismisses the bizarre events as an elaborate hoax concocted by the neighborhood bully. But when the bully turns into smoke, a devilish stranger appears as the mastermind behind the mayhem demanding that Jakob catch Santa...or else!

Santa Claus, Get Well Soon

Santa Claus, Get Well Soon
Author: David Phelps
Publisher:
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2017-10-16
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9780692967225

Santa Claus, Get Well Soon is a fully illustrated color children's book based on the classic Christmas song of the same name by recording artist, David Phelps. When he breaks his leg, Santa is told he can't fly. After getting help from the Easter Bunny, Santa uncovers a secret plot to take Christmas from him. A fun ride with a sense of humor and a feel-good ending. Kids of all ages will enjoy this orignial Christmas story bound to become a yearly read.

My First How to Catch Santa Claus

My First How to Catch Santa Claus
Author: Alice Walstead
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 26
Release: 2020-11-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1728241545

Experience the magic of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch Brand for a younger audience in this sweet Christmas board book for kids! It's Christmas Eve, one of the most magical nights of the year, and one child has a wish: to catch Santa as he delivers gifts so he can hug him tight! Brimming with sweet rhymes and adorable art, this new holiday story will delight readers as they follow the child and his cat and puppy friends in building playful lures and simple traps for the winter legend himself! Filled with sweets, presents, toys, and lots of Christmas spirit, this holiday treat makes a perfect addition to any Christmas stocking stuffer, gift book for babies and toddlers, or a festive and heartwarming holiday read aloud for ages 0-3! It's Christmas Eve and it's my one and only night To catch Santa in my house and hug him really tight. Looking for more read aloud fun? Also in the How to Catch series: My First How to Catch a Witch How to Catch a Gingerbread Man How to Catch an Elf My First How to Catch the Easter Bunny How to Catch a Snowman And more!

A Holiday By Gaslight

A Holiday By Gaslight
Author: Mimi Matthews
Publisher: Perfectly Proper Press
Total Pages: 172
Release: 2018-11-13
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0999036467

"Readers will easily fall for Sophie and Ned in their gaslit surroundings." -Library Journal, starred review A Courtship of Convenience Sophie Appersett is quite willing to marry outside of her class to ensure the survival of her family. But the darkly handsome Mr. Edward Sharpe is no run-of-the-mill London merchant. He’s grim and silent. A man of little emotion—or perhaps no emotion at all. After two months of courtship, she’s ready to put an end to things. A Last Chance for Love But severing ties with her taciturn suitor isn’t as straightforward as Sophie envisioned. Her parents are outraged. And then there’s Charles Darwin, Prince Albert, and that dratted gaslight. What’s a girl to do except invite Mr. Sharpe to Appersett House for Christmas and give him one last chance to win her? Only this time there’ll be no false formality. This time they’ll get to know each other for who they really are.

Christmas, Here I Come!

Christmas, Here I Come!
Author: D.J. Steinberg
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2021-10-12
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0593094247

Celebrate Christmas with a collection of funny and festive poems from the author of the hugely popular Kindergarten, Here I Come! It's the most wonderful time of the year, and everyone is getting into the Christmas spirit! From writing letters to Santa to picking the perfect tree, these heartwarming poems -- plus a page of stickers! -- from author D. J. Steinberg are sure to delight even the most sullen Scrooge.