All I Want For Christmas - Four New Holiday Novellas from Marching Ink Making Christmas by Laura Chapman While settling into a new career in a new community, Ivy is determined not to let the holiday season pass her by. Enter the grownup advent calendar: twenty-four days of festivities to celebrate Christmas. What begins as a bit of fun turns into a mission to spread cheer when she meets Everett. After learning about his bad Christmas attitude, she invites him to join her quest. Despite his initial reservations, Everett quickly gets caught up in the spirit of the calendar. But when new feelings surface and are impossible to ignore, Everett's inner curmudgeon threatens to put a damper on the whole experience. Nine Ladies Dancing by Cat Lavoie Casey Ellis is the last person who should be planning her office's holiday party. Convinced she's plagued with chronic Christmas bad luck, Casey isn't interested in tempting fate. But when putting on a party planner hat seems like a good way to get closer to her longtime crush, Casey takes charge-and braces for impact. When things start to fall apart-just like Casey knew they would-will she run and hide, or will she learn that bad luck can sometimes turn out to be Christmas magic in disguise? The Christmas Surprise by Samantha March Juliette Mabry is a happily married stay-at-home wife and mother...until there appears to be trouble brewing in her nearly ten-year marriage. Juliette takes it upon herself to find out if her husband is up to no good, but does she want to know the truth? Everything is revealed on Christmas, and Juliette is in for her biggest Christmas surprise. What Happens at Midnight by Laura Chapman Romantic comedy junkie Natalie lives out those fantasies in real life three New Year's Eves in a row when fate throws her together with the same handsome stranger. A heartbreaking turn of events leaves her swearing off of love, forevers, and the holidays (bah humbug). That is until the mystery man from her past reappears years later. Over a holiday season, Natalie struggles to reconcile the whimsical notions of her past with the practical sensibilities she has worked so hard to develop. With the countdown to a new year looming, she must decide whether or not she is willing to give happily ever after another shot.
Fun, fanciful, and even informative." —People The first comprehensive history of felines—from the laps of pagan gods to present-day status as meme stars—as revealed by a very learned tabby with a knack for hunting down facts Since the dawn of civilization, felines have prowled alongside mankind as they expanded their territory and spread the myth of human greatness. And today, cats are peddled on social media as silly creatures here to amuse humans with their antics. But this is an absurd, self-centered fantasy. The true history of felines is one of heroism, love, tragedy, sacrifice, and gravitas. Not entirely convinced? Well, get ready, because Baba the Cat is here to set the record straight. Spanning almost every continent and thousands—yes, thousands—of years, Baba’s complex story of feline survival presents readers with a diverse cast of cats long forgotten: from her prehistoric feline ancestors and the ancient Egyptian cat goddess Bastet to the daring mariners at the height of oceanic discovery, key intellectuals in the Enlightenment period, revered heroes from World Wars I and II, and the infamous American tabbies. Baba, a talented model in addition to a scholar, goes beyond surface-level scratches, pairing her freshly unearthed research with a series of stunning costume portraits to bring history to life. A paws-on journey through the feline hall of fame, with in-depth research and four-legged testaments that will make you rethink who defines history, A Cat’s Tale is a one-of-a-kind chronicle that introduces readers to the illustrious ancestors of their closest companions and shows, once and for all, that cats know exactly what they’re doing.
How are you supposed to get your life back on track when the Universe won't stop messing with you? After a series of personal and professional setbacks, interior designer Evie Glass has lost faith in herself and the world. The last thing she needs is her loud, boisterous family poking their noses in her business, so that's why she avoids opening up about anything-especially her love life-during their weekly dinners. Thankfully, her bestie and next-door neighbor, Matilda, always has her back.When Evie is asked to cat-sit Matilda's beloved rescue, she's not thrilled at the prospect. One well-meaning mistake later and a distraught Evie is rushing her furry charge to the ER where she meets and is instantly smitten with Fletcher West, a charming veterinarian who seems to return her interest. That is until they both realize they've met before-ten years ago when he was dating her temperamental cousin. Fletch's break-up with Bee put him at the top of her family's hit list and makes him the last person Evie should be dating.In addition to navigating a secret romance with Fletch, Evie must also deal with a demanding new job, an eccentric client from her former life, and an ex who's suddenly blowing up her phone. She convinces herself she's got it all under control, but what is Evie going to do when things start falling apart and she learns she's not the only one keeping secrets? One thing's for sure...Eventually Evie's got to take a chance-on love, on life, and on herself. Author's Note: The character of Evie Glass first appears in Messing with Matilda, but Eventually Evie can be read as a standalone.
Moon, a two-month-old kitten, comes to live in his forever home and meets Tike, an older cat who has lived there for his entire life. Moon learns all of the lessons of how to be a cat over their nearly six years together.
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Sorrelful The Cat is the pseudonym for SGM (RET) Gwinn T. Jones. This is the first in a series of books about the escapades of his family and their pets. The main characters are Sorrelful the Cat and Caitlin, his grand daughter. The book began on Christmas Eve as a gift to Caitlin and has been the subject of much family discussion. The stories are intended to entertain and have no hidden meanings other than what is read. The conclusion is left to the reader and Sorrelful hopes you take it for what it is, a book of fiction. Gwinn lives in a small northeastern Alabama town with his beautiful wife Deborah and their three cats, Percival, Mr. Jingles, and Stinker the Wonder Cat. He retired from the U.S. Army in 1992 and currently works for the largest automotive aftermarket retailer in the country. He enjoys the outdoors and reading anything with a cover. His passion is his family, and is ever vigilant for their antics and stories, because you just can't make that stuff up. This is his first published work and looks forward too many more books in the future. Sorrelful will be around for a long , long time, and will faithfully document each and every event. Love Sorrelful
Squeekie is back in his second book, looking for adventure - he's ready to face magical worlds, zombies, break-ins, doppelgangers, bacon, and more! These eighteen stories were written by some of Squeekie's best friends as part of a contest held by Cupboard Maker Books.
The Cat Care Handbook teaches you how to care for your best buddy, how to feed and groom your growing cat, how to understand your cat's behavior, and how to keep your cat happy and healthy. Whether your cat is a kitten or getting on in years this practical and easy guide will help you transform your cat into a trusty member of the household--in a way that works with both his behavioral instincts and your individual lifestyle. Inside you will learn: Housing and caring for cats Grooming, hygiene and health care Food and dietary requirements Advice on care of cats covers correct feeding, spaying and health care. Everyone who owns and cares for cats will benefit from The Cat Care Handbook. Solid advice on year-round care and feeding, and safe housing and sanitation help every owner raise happy, healthy cats. Whether you are just starting out or already have a few years of experience, this handbook puts a wealth of information at your fingertips. Tags: cat care, kitten care, cat training, pet care books, pet care for kids, cat care training and behavior, cat behavior, cat care for dummies, cat care for children, cat care guide, cat breeds, cat books, cat grooming, cat health, cat diseases
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