This eBook edition of "CHRISTMAS EVERY DAY & OTHER STORIES (Illustrated Edition)" has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Extract: "The little girl came into her papa's study, as she always did Saturday morning before breakfast, and asked for a story. He tried to beg off that morning, for he was very busy, but she would not let him. So he began: "Well, once there was a little pig… "She put her hand over his mouth and stopped him at the word. She said she had heard little pig-stories till she was perfectly sick of them. "Well, what kind of story shall I tell, then?" "About Christmas. It's getting to be the season. It's past Thanksgiving already." William Dean Howells (1837-1920) was an American realist author, literary critic, and playwright. Nicknamed "The Dean of American Letters", he was particularly known for his tenure as editor of the Atlantic Monthly as well as his own prolific writings, including the Christmas story "Christmas Every Day", and the novels The Rise of Silas Lapham and A Traveler from Altruria. "Christmas Every Day" is a short story by William Dean Howells about a young American girl, whose wish that Christmas would come daily is granted for an entire year, until she realizes the true meaning of the holiday season. Table of Contents: Christmas Every Day Turkeys Turning the Tables The Pony Engine and the Pacific Express The Pumpkin Glory Butterflyfutterby and Flutterbybutterfly

‘Life-affirming, joyful and tender. Beth Moran has written the perfect Christmas story to brighten up even the darkest Winter’s evening.’ Zoe Folbigg, author of The Note When Jenny inherits her estranged grandmother’s cottage in Sherwood Forest, she has nothing to lose - no money, no job, no friends, no family to speak of, and zero self-respect. Things can only get better... Her grumpy, but decidedly handsome new neighbour, Mack, has a habit of bestowing unsolicited good deeds on her. And when Jenny is welcomed into a rather unusual book club, life seems to finally be getting more interesting. Instead of reading, the members pledge to complete individual challenges before Christmas: from finding new love, learning to bake, to completing a daredevil bucket list. Jenny can’t resist joining in, and soon a year of friendship and laughter, tears and regrets unfolds in the most unexpected ways. Warm, wise, funny and utterly uplifting, what one thing would you change in your life before Christmas comes around? Praise for Beth Moran 'Beth Moran's heartwarming books never fail to leave me feeling uplifted' Jessica Redland 'Every day is a perfect day to read this heartwarming Christmas gem' Shari Low 'A British author to watch.' Publisher's Weekly 'A wonderfully warm-hearted story full of love and laughter.' Victoria Connelly, bestselling author of the Austen Addicts series What readers are saying about Christmas Every Day: ' Beth has crafted a compelling story with a wonderful supporting cast and some genuine heartfelt moments.' 'Couldn't put this book down, such an enjoyable read!' 'I LOVED how unique the storyline was, and I adored how every little path came together to create a storyline that was full of multiple, beautiful journeys all incased under one umbrella: hope.' 'Engaging and witty from the very beginning, there was a real freshness to this story which made it stand out.' 'This is a humorous book that has some of the most delightful characters I have ever met. It is warm, inviting and a whole lot of fun from beginning to end.'

Here is a charming Christmas tale. Read this to your little one. "I took the book from her outstretched arm and examined the title, "Christmas Every Day" by William Dean Howells".So wrote Richard Paul Evans in his phenomenally successful bestseller The Christmas Box, which captivated millions of readers across America and awakened hearts to the often-forgotten true meaning of Christmas. Now at last, here is the delightful story. A charming tale written in 1892, "Christmas Every Day" is about a little girl who learns why Christmas comes but once a year. Precious moments, shared by parents and children throughout the years, are here for all of us to treasure in "Christmas Every Day".

Amish novelist Linda Byler spins a heartwarming tale set in Amish country at Christmastime. Annie and Fannie are ten-year-old twins and the youngest of twelve siblings. Life is busy with so many living under the same roof, and though the twins love their family, they often feel overlooked. It's no fun being bossed around by older siblings and Mam is often stressed and always strict. As Christmas approaches, the twins have the added burden of practicing for their little Amish school's play, but what they're really passionate about is getting a pony or horse. Oh, what they would give to have a horse of their own to ride and groom and care for. It's all they can think about. Well, that and the way their thirty-year-old brother Mike is swooning over fancy Miriam. Will he ever get up the courage to ask her to be his girlfriend? Delightfully sweet and brimming with the details of Amish life, this Christmas tale will leave readers smiling over the simplicity of Amish culture and the complexities of families and romance that transcend every culture. Author Linda Byler is an active member of the Amish church and writes all her novels by hand with a pen and notebook. She offers a unique and fascinating look into Amish history and culture.

There is rare fun and freshness in Mr. W. D. Howells's. 'Christmas Every Day, and Other Stories', a little volume charming for New Year or Thanksgiving. It is redolent, indeed, of all these, especially of November sweets, when turkey and cranberry sauce crown the board and pumpkin-pies smile saucily from its end. Mr. Howells shows in these tales an unexpected tenderness lurking in a corner of his capacious heart —-a tenderness for children under a veil of humor that is particularly attractive and also a grotesque yet merry fancy which cannot fail to delight them. What a delightful world is the child's world and how few there be that enter it! Mr. Howells ' touch is so light, so playful, so understanding, that it is a shame not to tickle childhood with it as this book does. The art of being-grand-père is as rare as the true moonstone. We won't spoil the feast by describing the bill-of fare, but happy infant that gets 'Christmas Every Day' like this.

*** A FESTIVE TREAT FROM THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER *** ​ 'An absolute joy. Like all of Milly's books it's packed with heart and humour and characters you fall in love with. I didn't want it to end' Jane Fallon, bestselling author of Queen Bee It’s nearly Christmas and it’s snowing, hard. Deep in the Yorkshire Moors nestles a tiny hamlet, with a pub at its heart. As the snow falls, the inn will become an unexpected haven for six people forced to seek shelter there… Mary has been trying to get her boss Jack to notice her for four years, but he can only see the efficient PA she is at work. Will being holed up with him finally give her the chance she has been waiting for? Bridge and Luke were meeting for five minutes to set their divorce in motion. But will getting trapped with each other reignite too many fond memories – and love? Charlie and Robin were on their way to a luxury hotel in Scotland for a very special Christmas. But will the inn give them everything they were hoping to find – and much more besides? A story of knowing when to hold on and when to let go, of pushing limits and acceptance, of friendship, love, laughter, mince pies and the magic of Christmas. Gorgeous, warm and full of heartfelt emotion, I Wish it Could be Christmas Every Day is the perfect read this winter! Praise for I Wish It Could Be Christmas Every Day: 'Packed with her trademark warmth and wit, it’s the perfect holiday read’ heat 'Pure escapism' Woman & Home 'The perfect Christmas read!' My Weekly ‘Perfect escapism, love, laughter, snow, oodles of festive fun' Debbie Johnson, author of Maybe One Day ‘A new Milly Johnson novel – a festive one at that – is always welcome’ Woman ‘Heart-warming’ Choice ‘Guaranteed to put you in the Christmas mood’ Woman & Home, Christmas Gift Guide ‘For anyone in need of a lift, Milly Johnson’s feel-good read could be just the tonic’ Yours Fiction Monthly 'The feel good treat of the year' UnderTheChristmasTree, Best Christmas Books

e-artnow presents the Christmas Specials Series. We have selected the greatest Christmas novels, short stories and fairy tales for this joyful and charming holiday season, for all those who want to keep the spirit of Christmas alive with a heartwarming tale. Table of Contents: Christmas Every Day Turkeys Turning the Tables The Pony Engine and the Pacific Express The Pumpkin Glory Butterflyfutterby and Flutterbybutterfly

The relevant messages and encouraging words from the author of The New Christmas Every Day will make your Christmas celebration happier and brighter. The message of love and joy will lead you closer to God and loved ones. Discover the true essence of love and forgiveness this Christmas from this timely book. The importance and issues of the birthday of a King and the conflict it brought to the kingdom made His love more tangible. Reverend Ely R. S. is a dedicated servant and leader. He is an author with multifaceted experience easily mirrored and manifested in his writings. You will enjoy his new book, The New Christmas Every Day, as it is straight from the Bible and from his heart. Ely is a visionary and a missionary overseer. I highly recommend his new book in your reading agenda. He will take you to new heights and levels in your spiritual journey with God. Its great for devotional and meditation. Reverend Felnar, pastor at Universal Christian Church-UCC (SBC)

This stunning hardback gift book is the perfect pocket-sized stocking-filler for everyone on your list. A Poem for Every Day of Christmas is a splendid collection of thirty-one poems, compiled by award-winning anthologist Allie Esiri, to take you through the month of December. Perfect for reading aloud and sharing with friends and family, this book is the ideal companion for the holiday season. It features festive poems and carols by Brian Bilston, Robert Burns, Wendy Cope, T. S. Eliot, Christina Rossetti. E. E. Cummings, Dylan Thomas, Clement Clarke Moore and many more. The day-to-day format of this fabulous and fun anthology invites readers to make poetry a part of their holiday season.

Employing a humorous modern-day fable style, Greive pairs his witty prose with captivating black-and-white animal photos to offer readers an uplifting antidote to quell gift-wrapping rage, mall meltdowns, stay-too-long-in-laws, and other seasonal joys and jeers.