Author: Cora Buhlert Publisher: Pegasus Pulp Publishing ISBN: 1310879176 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 30
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When two men dressed up as Father Christmas rob a London jewellery store and one of them ends up dead on the floor, shot by his own accomplice, it’s certainly one of the more unusual cases for Detective Inspector Helen Shepherd and her team. But as Helen begins to investigate, it turns out that the case is even more bizarre than she suspected. This is a holiday mystery novelette of 9300 words or approx. 30 print pages in the Helen Shepherd Mysteries series, but may be read as a standalone.
Author: Cora Buhlert Publisher: Pegasus Pulp Publishing ISBN: 1005954186 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 233
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Sixteen tales of Christmas by Hugo winner Cora Buhlert. Romance, cozy fantasy, murder mysteries, pulp thrillers, science fiction, post-apocalyptic fiction, horror and humor – we have all that and more. Watch young people find love in the pre-holiday shopping rush at Hickory Ridge Mall, at a Christmas tree lot, on the parking lot of a shuttered outlet mall and at the one bar in town that’s open on Christmas Eve. Experience Christmas in Hallowind Cove, the permanently fog-shrouded seaside town, where strange things keep happening. Watch as Santa’s various helpers unite to depose him. Massachusetts 1695 AD: Follow apprentice witchfinder Matthew Goodson and condemned witch Grace Pankhurst, as they try to dodge both witchfinders and a creature that lives in the woods and hunts around the winter solstice. Follow Detective Inspector Helen Shepherd and her team as they investigate the death of a robber dressed as Santa Claus as well as a wave of thefts at a Christmas market. Meet Richard Blakemore, hardworking pulp author by day and the masked crimefighter known only as the Silencer by night, as he fights to save an orphanage from demolition in Depression era New York City. Watch Alfred and Bertha, an ordinary married couple, as they decorate the Christmas tree and live their marvellous twenty-first century life. No one ever expected the robot apocalypse to begin in the little town of Brighthaven. And no one ever expected it to involve murderous robot turkeys and their even more terrifying brethren, robot Santas that fire laserbeams from their eyes. Experience Christmas on the space colony of Iago Prime as well as after the end of the world. Enjoy sixteen novellas, novelettes and short stories in six genres. This is a collection of 136000 words or approx. 420 print pages. Contains the following stories: Christmas Gifts Christmas Shopping with a Broken Heart The Crappiest Christmas Ever Christmas Eve at the Purple Owl Café Driving Home for Christmas The Bakery on Gloomland Street Revolt at the North Pole The Solstice Horror A Bullet for Father Christmas Santa’s Sticky Fingers St. Nicholas of Hell’s Kitchen The Tinsel-Free Christmas Tree The Robot Turkey Apocalypse Invasion of the Robot Santas Christmas on Iago Prime Christmas after the End of the World
Author: Cora Buhlert Publisher: ISBN: 9781502214416 Category : Languages : en Pages :
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When two men dressed up as Father Christmas rob a London jewellery store and one of them ends up dead on the floor, shot by his own accomplice, it’s certainly one of the more unusual cases for Detective Inspector Helen Shepherd and her team. But as Helen begins to investigate, it turns out that the case is even more bizarre than she suspected.This is a mystery novelette of 9300 words or approx. 30 print pages.
Author: Cora Buhlert Publisher: Pegasus Pulp Publishing ISBN: 0463265181 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 28
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Normally, Detective Inspector Helen Shepherd doesn’t deal with petty crime and pickpockets. But when the Christmas market in Kingston upon Thames is hit by a wave of thefts, Helen and her team are called in to help out. Harry, a homeless man who always hangs around the market, seems to be the most obvious suspect. But there is also the mysterious man in the black leather jacket some witnesses claim to have seen. Or maybe, the thief can be found much closer to home… Can Helen and her team crack the case in time for Christmas? This is a holiday novelette of 7800 words or approx. 26 print pages in the Helen Shepherd Mysteries series, but may be read as a standalone.
Author: Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson Publisher: Good Press ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 6692
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Santa's Christmas Library: 400+ Christmas Novels, Stories, Poems, Carols & Legends, Illustrated Edition, represents an unparalleled assembly of literary voices, offering a diverse and comprehensive celebration of Christmas. Spanning a wide range of literary styles from the evocative and lyrical to the humorous and satirical, this collection encapsulates the myriad ways Christmas has been depicted in literature. The anthology seamlessly weaves together the works of classical authors, from the haunting prose of Dickens to the poignant verses of Longfellow, offering readers a rich palette of Christmas narratives. This carefully curated selection not only highlights celebrated works but also introduces lesser-known gems, providing a nuanced exploration of Christmas's cultural and historical significance across different periods and settings. The contributing authors and editors bring together a remarkable breadth of experiences and backgrounds, reflecting the anthology's global and temporal span. These literary figures, ranging from eminent poets like William Shakespeare and Emily Dickinson to iconic storytellers such as Mark Twain and Leo Tolstoy, collectively contribute to the collection's thematic richness. Their works, rooted in various eras and cultures, resonate with the timeless spirit of Christmas, while also engaging with the nuances of their specific contexts. This convergence of diverse voices fosters a multidimensional understanding of Christmas traditions, values, and themes, highlighting the festival's universal appeal and its capacity to inspire across generations and geographies. For those seeking to immerse themselves in the Christmas spirit through the lens of literature, Santa's Christmas Library offers an incomparable journey. This anthology not only serves as a celebration of Christmas through an array of literary forms but also as an educational resource, illuminating the evolution of Christmas narratives and traditions over centuries. Readers are invited to explore the depth and breadth of Christmas literature, discovering along the way how these stories, poems, and songs reflect, challenge, and enrich our understanding of Christmas itself. It stands as a testament to the enduring power of literature to capture the essence of human experiences and traditions, making it an essential addition to any holiday collection.
Author: Charles Dickens Publisher: DigiCat ISBN: Category : Literary Criticism Languages : en Pages : 8820
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Within the pages of 'The Santa's Big Book of Christmas Tales: 500+ Novels, Stories, Poems, Carols & Legends' lies a treasure trove of carefully curated works, each contributing to the rich tapestry of Christmas literature across the ages. This anthology boasts an impressive array of literary styles, from the gilded narratives of Charles Dickens to the poignant verses of William Wordsworth, enveloping readers in the diverse and multifaceted celebrations of Christmas. Noteworthy for its inclusivity and breadth, the collection showcases a vast spectrum of emotional and thematic variations on the Yuletide spirit, making it a quintessential compendium for the holiday season. The collection stands out for its embracement of both the legendary, as seen in the fantastical tales of George Macdonald, and the intimately personal, as reflected in Emily Dickinson's delicately wrought poetry, offering a panoramic view of Christmas through the literary lens. The assembled authors, a veritable who's who of literary giants spanning centuries, bring together a harmonious blend of voices that reflect their respective eras, cultural backgrounds, and personal philosophies. From the romantic optimism of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow to the critical social narratives of Charles Dickens, the anthology bridges the gap between past and present, making timeless themes of hope, generosity, and reflection accessible to a contemporary audience. The diversity of literary movements represented—from Romanticism to Realism and beyond—enriches the collection, providing a layered and nuanced exploration of Christmas traditions and their evolution. By delving into 'The Santa's Big Book of Christmas Tales,' readers are afforded an unparalleled opportunity to explore the depth and breadth of Christmas literature. The collection not only serves as a testament to the enduring allure of holiday storytelling but also as an educational journey through the landscapes of literary history. It is an essential addition to the libraries of scholars and enthusiasts alike, inviting a deepened appreciation for the artistic and cultural dimensions of the holiday season. Offering more than just entertainment, this anthology stimulates a dialogue between the classic and the contemporary, the solemn and the celebratory, encouraging readers to revisit and rediscover the enchantment of Christmas through the ages.
Author: Louisa May Alcott Publisher: e-artnow ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 8510
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This winter, we are offering to you our own Christmas box – filled up to the top with the best Christmas novels, classics to read during holidays, magical Christmas tales, legends, most famous carols and the unique poetry of the giants of literature dedicated to this one and only holiday: The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) Silent Night The Night After Christmas The Child Born at Bethlehem The Adoration of the Shepherds The Visit of the Wise Men As Joseph Was A-Walking The Tale of Peter Rabbit (Beatrix Potter) Where Love Is, God Is (Leo Tolstoy) The Three Kings (Henry Wadsworth Longfellow) A Christmas Carol (Samuel Taylor Coleridge) Life and Adventures of Santa Claus (L. Frank Baum) Christmas At Sea (Robert Louis Stevenson) The Savior Must Have Been A Docile Gentleman (Emily Dickinson) The Heavenly Christmas Tree (Fyodor Dostoevsky) The Little City of Hope (F. Marion Crawford) The First Christmas Of New England (Harriet Beecher Stowe) Christmas in the Olden Time (Walter Scott) Christmas In India (Rudyard Kipling) A Christmas Carol (Charles Dickens) The Twelve Days of Christmas The Wonderful Wizard of OZ (L. Frank Baum) Ring Out, Wild Bells (Alfred Lord Tennyson) Little Lord Fauntleroy (Frances Hodgson Burnett) Black Beauty (Anna Sewell) The Christmas Child (Hesba Stretton) Granny's Wonderful Chair (Frances Browne) The Romance of a Christmas Card (Kate Douglas Wiggin) Wind in the Willows (Kenneth Grahame) The Wonderful Life - Story of the life and death of our Lord (Hesba Stretton) The Christmas Angel (A. Brown) Christmas at Thompson Hall (Anthony Trollope) Christmas Every Day (William Dean Howells) The Lost Word (Henry van Dyke) The Nutcracker and the Mouse King (E. T. A. Hoffmann) The Little Match Girl The Elves and the Shoemaker Mother Holle The Star Talers Snow-White The Christmas Hirelings The Blue Carbuncle An Exciting Christmas Eve The Spirit of Christmas…
Author: Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson Publisher: DigiCat ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 6685
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Santa's Christmas Library' is a literary mosaic encompassing a wide range of styles and themes, curated with a discerning eye for storytelling excellence and thematic profundity. The anthology brilliantly showcases the diversity of its impressive roster, with contributions from luminaries such as Shakespeare, Dickens, Twain, and Tolstoy, weaving through the realms of drama, poetry, fiction, and philosophy. Its rich tapestry promises readers an exploration of Christmas through various lenses - from the joyously celebratory to the introspectively reflective, making significant inroads into understanding the multifaceted nature of the holiday season and its impact on the human spirit. The contributing authors, a veritable who's who of literary history, bring to the collection an unparalleled depth of cultural, historical, and philosophical insights. Figures such as Harriet Beecher Stowe and Booker T. Washington provide narrative gravitas, infusing the anthology with themes of social justice and the transformative power of kindness and generosity. Through their collective works, one discerns the nuanced tapestry of Christmas, touching upon its religious, societal, and emotive resonances. This cross-disciplinary anthology is emblematic of diverse historical and cultural iterations of the holiday season, tracing its evolution across time and geographies. 'Santa's Christmas Library' is thus an essential volume for both aficionados of literature and students of cultural history, offering a unique prism through which to examine the essence of Christmas. It invites readers to journey across epochs and borders, to rediscover the quintessence of Christmas through a symphony of literary greats. Each story, poem, and essay enriches the reader's understanding, rendering this collection a treasured compendium for those seeking to delve deeper into the yuletide spirit, its historical roots, and its myriad expressions across the globe.
Author: Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson Publisher: DigiCat ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 6686
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This eBook collection has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Content: The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) Silent Night The Night After Christmas The Child Born at Bethlehem The Adoration of the Shepherds The Visit of the Wise Men As Joseph Was A-Walking The Tale of Peter Rabbit (Beatrix Potter) Where Love Is, God Is (Leo Tolstoy) The Three Kings (Henry Wadsworth Longfellow) A Christmas Carol (Samuel Taylor Coleridge) Life and Adventures of Santa Claus (L. Frank Baum) Christmas At Sea (Robert Louis Stevenson) The Savior Must Have Been A Docile Gentleman (Emily Dickinson) The Heavenly Christmas Tree (Fyodor Dostoevsky) The Little City of Hope (F. Marion Crawford) The First Christmas Of New England (Harriet Beecher Stowe) Christmas in the Olden Time (Walter Scott) Christmas In India (Rudyard Kipling) A Christmas Carol (Charles Dickens) The Twelve Days of Christmas The Wonderful Wizard of OZ (L. Frank Baum) Ring Out, Wild Bells (Alfred Lord Tennyson) Little Lord Fauntleroy (Frances Hodgson Burnett) Black Beauty (Anna Sewell) The Christmas Child (Hesba Stretton) Granny's Wonderful Chair (Frances Browne) The Romance of a Christmas Card (Kate Douglas Wiggin) Wind in the Willows (Kenneth Grahame) The Wonderful Life - Story of the life and death of our Lord (Hesba Stretton) The Christmas Angel (A. Brown) Christmas at Thompson Hall (Anthony Trollope) Christmas Every Day (William Dean Howells) The Lost Word (Henry van Dyke) The Nutcracker and the Mouse King (E. T. A. Hoffmann) The Little Match Girl The Elves and the Shoemaker Mother Holle The Star Talers Snow-White...
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