The Christmas Story as told by Assellus the Christmas Donkey appeals to children because it tells the familiar story of the Nativity but with a difference; it is told by Assellus Mary & Josephs loveable donkey from his point of view. Assellus is timeless & speaks in the present tense to take his readrers with him through all the extraordinary events. The beautiful coloured illustrations complete the experience." ...

This new reduced edition of this seasonal title contains fifteen enchanting activities that use a selection of simple sewing techniques. It

Includes:: festive projects such as a reindeer collage Christmas stockings hanging star decorations & a beautiful fabric holly wreath. It is suitable for children who are just beginning to learn how to sew or those who already have some experience each activity is clearly illustrated with easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions.

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Disillusioned journalist Tom Langdon must get from Washington to LA in time for Christmas. Forced to take the train across the country because of a slight misunderstanding at airport security he begins a journey of self-discovery & rude awakenings mysterious goings-on & thrilling adventures screwball escapades & holiday magic. He has no idea that the locomotives pulling him across America will actually take him into the rugged terrain of his own heart where he will rediscover peoples essential goodness & someone very special he believed he had lost. In equal parts hilarious poignant suspenseful & thrilling The Christmas Train is a delightful journey filled with memorable characters who have packed their bags with as much wisdom as mischief.. . Part detective story part disaster movie part romance this is a brilliant heart-warming holiday tale. ...

Christmas 1483: Roger the Chapman is looking forward to twelve days of peace & celebration with his wife & children in Bristol. The family is particularly excited by the arrival of a troupe of mummers who will perform their plays in the outer ward of the castle throughout the festival. But the gruesome murders of two of the towns most prominent & venerable citizens both veterans of the French wars scupper Rogers hopes as he is gradually drawn into the hunt for the killer. Once again Roger finds himself in grave danger but it is someone else who pays the price of his inability to keep his nose out of matters that do not concern him.. . ...

The tree is decorated the cookies are baked & the presents are wrapped but the biggest celebration this Christmas is Gaby Summerhills wedding. Since her husband died three years ago Gabys four children have drifted apart each consumed by the turbulence of their own lives. They havent celebrated Christmas together since their fathers death but when Gaby announces that shes getting married
- & that the groom will remain a secret until the wedding day
- she may finally be able to bring them home for the holidays. But the wedding isnt the only surprise
- there is one more unexpected gift & it could change all their lives forever. With deeply affecting characters & the emotional twists of a James Patterson thriller The Christmas Wedding" is a fresh look at family & the magic of the festive season."


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Christmas with Dr Delicious When paramedic Nikki Page learns that the man who shattered her dreams is back in town shes horrified. Especially now that Fraser Mc Call is even more delicious than she remembers... Getting this dreamy doc under the mistletoe is one thing but Nikki wants more than just a Christmas kiss
- this time she wants for ever! One Night That Changed Everything Hannah Lassiter lost a year of her life to cancer so now shes in remission shes all about seizing the day...or a steamy hot night with her broodingly handsome workaholic boss Dr Gregory Mason! She cant get their sizzling encounter out of her mind
- especially when the pregnancy test shows positive...

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Gordon gives inspiration advice & 75 failsafe & delicious recipes for all occasions over the Christmas period. The stars of the show are 5 Christmas Feasts
- suitable for whenever you choose to have your main Christmas meal. The menus are built around a choice of 5 main course centrepieces
- turkey goose beef ham or sea bass
- & include starters accompaniments & desserts for each. To take the stress out of Christmas Gordon offers masses of advice on ordering shopping preparation & timing. Also included is a great chapter on Party Food & inspired recipes for Breakfast & Brunch Lunches & Suppers & Sweet Treats. Gordon's favourite Christmas ingredients including stilton smoked salmon turkey & ham are highlighted with suggestions for creative ways to use them over the Christmas period. Advice on wines & party drinks cheese & other festive ingredients complete this invaluable guide to the perfect Christmas.


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The Tycoons Christmas Proposal With the dreaded holidays nearing the last thing widowed businessman Dawson Burke needed was a personal shopper who wanted to get personal & had enough Christmas spirit for both of them! But Eve Hawley couldnt help wishing Dawson would give her the best Christmas present of all
- a proposal! A Bravo Christmas Reunion Months ago Hayley Bravo had walked out on Marcus Reid even though it was the hardest thing shed ever done. Because though she knew hed do the right thing by her she was holding out for the real thing. Love. Baby. Marriage. & apparently in that order... Marry-Me Christmas A rich successful journalist Flynn Mc Granger aims to write a scathing review of Samantha Barnetts little bakery. He never mixes business with pleasure. But the secrets shes clearly keeping intrigue him & her innocence has caught him off guard... Is Christmas going to his head?
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The people of Thrush Green & Fairacre celebrate Christmas in a traditional style which has hardly changed over the generations. Children eagerly hang up their stockings families go to Church together & everyone enjoys Christmas cake & other treats of the festive season. For heart-warming reading there is no writer to rival Miss Read & this delightful Christmas collection of novels is packed with unforgettable characters enchanting stories & festive cheer. ...

CHRISTMAS AT FAIRACRE From an unexpected visitor on Christmas Eve in The Christmas Mouse to an unwelcome change of plan in No Holly for Miss Quinn Miss Read recounts some of the traditional Christmas events where often despite the most careful planning things do not always go as expected. In his charming collection of Christmas stories Miss Read describes the seasons events with great tenderness & nostalgia. A COUNTRY CHRISTMAS From the poignant story of The White Robin & the intriguing tale of The Fairacre Ghost to the rural festivities recounted in Tales from a Village School Miss Reads wry wit & light touch is the perfect antidote to long winter evenings. ...