Short Family

Who was St. Joseph? Why did Jesus want him as his foster-father? Pope Francis, declaring 2021 the Year of St. Joseph, invites everyone to "discover in Joseph—the man who goes unnoticed, a daily, quiet and hidden presence—an intercessor, a support and a guide in times of trouble." He also states that "In Joseph, Jesus saw the tender love of God." God chose St. Joseph as His favorite carpenter—and to be the man who taught Jesus how to be a carpenter. But St. Joseph never speaks a single line in all the Gospels. How to discover someone who is so quiet? 'God's Carpenter' lets us discover ...

This collection includes three charming and festive holiday novellas spiced with humor, frontier action, and sweet romance.

One woman’s quest to discover her past could unravel the Diamante Dynasty in this billionaire family saga from USA Today Bestselling Author Lucy McConnell. When Evelyn finds an old charm and a letter from a man who could be her biological father, she runs to her best friend, Bryce. He’s the one she can always count on; but, he has a secret of his own—he’s in love with her. Evelyn fears losing Bryce’s friendship if they try and fail at a romantic relationship; but she can’t deny that there’s always been an attraction between them. She’s vulnerable while finding her place in ...

Blended families are weird, am I right? None more so than when Terri’s dad married Pauline and brought step-brother Tommy into Terri’s life. That night over Thanksgiving, when Tommy needed relief, things got really, really weird. While reluctant to help at first, Terri soon seized the opportunity, but it was what happened the next day, when Terri and her stepbrother were caught in the act. By whom and what they did next is what truly blew the step-siblings' minds. Delve into this multi-generational, bisexual taboo tryst and explore a first-time, virgin-busting exploration of sexual ...

As a graduation present for her daughter, Tammy, Samantha Moon and the gang head down to South America for the vacation of all vacations. Of course, no vacation involving the vampire detective would be complete without a little mystery and mayhem. Or in this case, a lot of mystery mayhem! Enjoy the complete 6-story Latin Moon series in one easy-to-read volume. What's inside: 1. Incan Moon: First stop: Machu Picchu! For Samantha Moon, the breathtaking ruins hold more than meets the eye—let the adventure, mystery, and magic begin! 2. Xibalba Moon: Next stop: Xibalba—the Mayan Underworld! ...

In these ten interrelated stories Atwood traces the course of a life and also the lives intertwined with it, while evoking the drama and the humour that colour common experiences—the birth of a baby, divorce and remarriage, old age and death. With settings ranging from Toronto, northern Quebec, and rural Ontario, the stories begin in the present, as a couple no longer young situate themselves in a larger world no longer safe. Then the narrative goes back in time to the forties and moves chronologically forward toward the present.

When grandmother Maureen Phelan is surprised in her home by a stranger, she clubs the intruder with a Holy Stone. The consequences of this unplanned murder connect four misfits struggling against their meager circumstances. Ryan is a fifteen-year-old drug dealer desperate not to turn out like his alcoholic father, Tony, whose feud with his next-door neighbor threatens to ruin his family. Georgie is a sex worker who half-heartedly joins a born-again movement to escape her profession and drug habit.

The second novel and first quick-listen title from Sunday Times and New York Times best-selling author Cathy Glass. My Dad's a Policeman is a dramatic and engaging story of a young boy with an alcoholic mother. Lonely, bullied and desperate for a life of happiness and security he tells everyone he meets his dad's a policeman. Fast paced and compelling, this short story from Cathy Glass follows the experiences of a Ryan, a small and lonely 12-year-old boy who struggles to fit in.

A long-haired woman moves into the priest's house and sets fire to his furniture. That Christmas, the electricity goes out. A forester mortgages his land and goes off to a seaside town looking for a wife. He finds a woman eating alone in the hotel. A farmer wakes half-naked and realises the money is almost gone. And in the title story, a priest waits on the altar for a bride and battles, all that wedding day, with his memories of a love affair.

They say chocolate is irresistible... this time it's deadly. When Savannah Stanton arrives in Spring Grove to help her cousin Holly run the family bakery, she's looking for a fresh start, not a fresh crime scene. But after a prominent charity board member drops dead at a gala event—right after eating one of Holly's cupcakes—both the bakery's reputation and Holly's freedom are at risk. As suspicions swirl around Sweet Springs Bakery, Savannah finds herself drawn into a web of small-town secrets, suspicious financial dealings, and long-buried scandals. With help from the handsome but ...

Fated mates. Magical mayhem. Zero time to fall in love—too bad their hearts have other ideas. Welcome aboard the Moonlight Siren for a thrilling cruise with a witch and wolf shifter. As the ship’s art auctioneer, I’m under pressure to boost sales. When I discover a magnificent painting, I’m sure it’s key to turning our ship around. A wolf shifter named Rex joins the ship’s rock band as their new bassist. The first night I see him play, I think he’s hot. But he barely utters two words to me. Awkward. The painting goes missing, and my career is on the line. Who, of all people, ...

Wilder As the oldest St. James sibling, I’m used to everyone relying on me. When planning the company Christmas party gets added to my already overfilled agenda, it’s too much. I yell at my mom and stomp around my office. Everyone thinks I’m a boss behaving badly. Until I see her. She changes everything overnight and now the company Christmas party planner is number one on my to-do list. Ivy I spent every summer in Star Mountain and now I’ve moved here permanently. Everything is falling into place - except I can’t find a job. Luckily, my best friend got me a holiday party planning...

Lieutenant Ethan Hendricks’ greatest nightmare just also happens to be his grandfather’s newest business venture. Logan Hendricks is thrilled about his brand new detective agency’s first case, but things weren’t turning out the way they were supposed to, including the attempted murder of one of his brand new employees. But he figures their next case, which involves finding a missing sister, should go a lot smoother. How dangerous could it be? Ethan Hendricks wasn’t quite as confident about his grandfather’s new hobby, or that the supposedly straight-forward case of a missing ...

The Against All Odds series is a romantic comedy saga with lots of humor and some angst.

TODAY IS THE DAY! Samantha has been tending her two pots of strawberries for weeks. She's sure today is the day that she'll get her first taste, but things don't always go as planned! Join Sam as she faces a tough choice when she goes to visit her grandmother in the retirement home, and finds out that making someone else happy doesn't take away from her own happiness, it adds to it! ABOUT THE AUTHOR... Sarah Kim Wilde is a graduate of the Children’s Institute of Literature and a member of The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators. She also holds a BFA from The Boston ...

Did you know that a home without a security system is three times more likely to be targeted for a break-in than one with an alarm fitted? This is a sobering thought. If you want to avoid becoming a statistic in the one in five homes that suffer a home invasion every year, then getting a decent alarm system should be a paramount consideration. Your Short Guide to Security Systems has detailed information to help you make informed choices that protect your property and keep your family from harm.

Long before Dr. Fingal Flahertie O’Reilly made most listeners’ acquaintance in Patrick Taylor's best-selling novel An Irish Country Doctor, he appeared in a series of humorous columns originally published in Stitches: The Journal of Medical Humour. These warm and wryly amusing vignettes provide an early glimpse at the redoubtable Dr. O’Reilly as he tends to the colourful and eccentric residents of Ballybucklebo, a cozy Ulster village nestled in the bygone years of the early '60s.

From matchmaking carolers to a festive lights competition, four best-selling authors explore the magic of the holidays in these heartwarming small towns.

She swore she’d never go back. Now she has, but not to stay. Seven years ago, Rebecca King left her Amish community behind. Now, her father’s stroke forces her return to Lancaster County, but only long enough to help him heal. She doesn’t belong there anymore. Not after choosing the English world over her family. Not after breaking Samuel’s heart. Samuel Lapp never stopped loving her. But Rebecca’s return brings whispers of doubt and painful memories he thought he’d buried. When her modern nursing methods clash with Amish tradition, the community questions her loyalty. Samuel ...

As we age, memories can fade, affecting not only recall but also connections with loved ones. Engaging in brain-stimulating activities like reading can slow cognitive decline, as noted by the American Academy of Neurology. This book offers an enjoyable way to exercise your memory and bring details back into focus. With short stories set in familiar outdoor settings, you’ll be transported into the great outdoors from the first chapter.