Join Jack and his fellow citizens of Halloween Town as they celebrate the 13 days of Christmas as only they know how. Full color.

    Both Ma Otter and her son, Emmet, hope to win the $50 talent show prize and surprise each other with a special Christmas present.

    Byrd gives the class homework for the weekend, Gilbert just can't seem to find the time to do it. That's because it's almost Christmas, and Gilbert has other important things to do, like decorating Christmas cookies, ice skating with his friends, and helping his family find the perfect Christmas tree. What will Gilbert do when Monday morning comes?The joyous holiday feeling around Gilbert's house comes alive in this funny, festive story that's perfect for anyone who's ever put off a chore.

    No one in the whole world knows more about kids, toys, and gifts than Santa Claus. No one. (And of course, he loves his job.) But how does he do it?

    Six weeks until Christmas, and Lee finds the life she had so carefully planned has been utterly decimated. Hurt, angry and confused, Lee makes a whirlwind decision to drive her problems away and ends up in Totnes, an eccentric town in the heart of Devon. As Christmas approaches, Lee tries to figure out what path her life will follow now, as she looks at it from the perspective of a soon-to-be 31-year-old divorcée. Can she ever return to her normal life? Or is a new reality - and a new man - on the horizon? Will this be the worst Christmas ever?

    In the craggy rocks on the snowy mountainside, tiny Pyn has her heart set on decorating her very first Christmas tree. But, "No Christmas tree," Papa says. Still, Pyn won't take no for an answer. She knows that a Christmas tree is just the thing their cottage needs to make the season festive and cheery. Pyn is determined to find the perfect Christmas tree - no matter what.With this story of the love between a father and daughter, Olivier Dunrea captures the true spirit of Christmas.

    Mary and Joseph weren't the only ones turned away from the inn at Bethlehem. In this new Nativity story, a widower named Micah travels the crowded road to return to the town of his birth. Just in front of him a young woman, heavy with child, rides in the back of a donkey. Her husband leads the way, walking slowly to make the ride smoother. Every so often the young woman turns toward Micah, offering gentle words of encouragement as he hobbles along behind them. And each time they stop for water, she makes sure that her husband offers Micah a sip. When they arrive at Bethlehem, Micah and the young couple go their separate ways. Micah wearily wanders the streets for shelter, a place to eat, and some way to fill his loneliness. Although he doesn't receive what he wants, he does receive what he needs--a warm quilt, a loaf of bread, and in the end, an invitation to come inside a small stable.

    He sets out across the store to ask Santa Claus for help, but he can’t visit without wearing a special outfit! After stopping to try on hats, boots, and even baby clothes, Corduroy finally arrives at the North Pole. Can Santa help Corduroy find a new home in time for Christmas? With warm humor and classic art, A Christmas Wish for Corduroy takes readers back to the beginning and shows how Corduroy became the beloved bear we know today. This is a heartwarming story about the power of hope, perseverance, and friendship--an important addition to any Corduroy collection.

    Bear stays up -- by discovering that giving is one of the best Christmas presents!How a SURPRISE visit from someone very special gives Bear and his friends a Christmas to remember makes an enchanting holiday story for young readers. With Karma Wilson's memorable text and Jane Chapman's glowing illustrations, Bear Stays Up for Christmas is a book to cherish throughout the year.

    "Why do you want to do that?" "So Mama can find her way home," she said innocently.— This is the first Christmas without Mama, and John's family is struggling to face the holiday without his loving wife. However, eight-year-old Emily is convinced her mother will come and visit her on Christmas Eve. And right now, Emily needs her mother more than ever. Bring the magic and wonder of Christmas into your heart with this heartwarming picture book that is perfect for a wintry evening read-aloud. It just may begin a new tradition in your family. Published October 2006 32 pages

    And now this stunning gift set invites friends and family to gather and enjoy the magic of holiday storytelling at its finest.

    He was now a successful Seattle contractor, who happened to be renovating the office where Cait worked as a stockbroker. But one thing hadn't changed - Joe Rockwell was still a terrible tease, telling everyone he an Cait were husband and wife.On, sure, they'd been "married" in a pretend ceremony when she was eight. She wished Joe would stop bringing that up. Couldn't he see he was embarrassing her - especially in front of her boss, Paul? She was in love with Paul.No, Joe insisted, she was in love with HIM. And on Christmas Day, he proved it....Christmas Angel by Shannon WaverlyThey'd been friends, best friends, and then they'd been lovers...But Jon had left, never looking back, and Angela had never forgiven him. Or forgotten him.Well, he was back now, just in time for Christmas. And obviously planning to pick up where they'd left off nine years before. Handsome, mercurial - with a confidence that bordered on arrogance - Jon hadn't changed.Angela had. She'd finally found her own niche in their sleepy New England town. Along the way she'd also found a man who wanted to marry her. She wasn't about to give any of the up to go traipsing down memory lane this Christmas. She didn't need to be Jon's sidekick anymore, or his friend. Or his lover...A Cowboy for Christmas by Anne McAllisterColorado cowboy Jess Cooper knew better than to believe in Santa Claus. And if he ever made a Christmas list, "wife and family" would never make the cut.Still, ever since Alison Richards had returned to the Rocking R, he was finding it hard to resist her charms. Alison had changed - grown up. Worse, she was intent on settling the unfinished business between them.Jess took one look at the reflections of home and hearth in her eyes and set off like a spooked stallion on the run.He had to be careful. Alison had set her sights: She aimed to rope herself a cowboy and haul him in in time for Christmas.

    Under the stars the bear finds his way step by step through the snowy forest, making friends along his route. Then the bear discovers a place in the woods that glows magically with something he and his friends could never have imagined -- their first Christmas. Robert Kinerk's inspired story and Jim LaMarche's glimmering illustrations combine in a picture book that captures the joy and spirit of Christmas. Come along with bear and his friends and see the magical light of Bear's First Christmas.

    He loves living in a small town and knowin all the other animals that live near him. But Puss's owner,Jenni, moves to the city where there's traffic and people seem so unfriendly. He decides he's got to get back home.When Puss runs off, Jenni frantically searches for him. Puss soon discovers he misses Jenni terribly. And in looking for each other, they both realize living in the city isn't so bad after.Just in time for Christmas...

    But when an accident on the slopes brings her crashing down in the snow with a catastrophic thud, everything changes. Her career is over, and her fiancé turns out to be, well, not so perfect.With the chance to start afresh, Rebecca does what anyone else in her position would do… She turns to baking and manages the Alpine Bites café, nestled in the French Alps.But when handsome stranger Luke Sommersby becomes Rebecca’s unexpected lodger, her plan to completely forget about love is thrown into jeopardy. Guarding her heart since the accident, Fir Tree Lodge is strictly a man-free-zone.Luke is kind, caring and gorgeous, but the emotional scars from her fall still run deep, and she fights to keep the sparks catching her heart at bay.Will Rebecca be able to find a second chance in the snow and step into a bright new future with Luke by her side?