Holiday Memory

It’s 1967, and for young Richard it’s a time of heartbreak and turmoil. Over the span of a few months, his brother, Mark, is killed in Vietnam; his father loses his job and moves the family from California to his grandmother’s abandoned home in Utah; and his parents make the painful decision to separate. With uncertainty rattling every corner of his life, Richard does his best to remain strong—but when he’s run down by bullies at his new school, he meets Mr. Foster, an elderly neighbor who chases off the bullies and invites Richard in for a cup of cocoa.

The warmth of the Christmas season is condensed into this single collection that will rekindle your Christmas memories. Who doesn't remember Christmas at Grandma's? The living room aglow with family and friends, the kitchen like a factory of sweet aromas, the relatives everywhere! Donald Davis captures the spirit of Christmas as seen through the eyes of a child in these stories: "Christmas in Sulpher Springs", "The Children's Christmas Party", "The Year My Brother Almost Died", and "The Red Scooters."

Here at Audible, we know just how much of an impact a voice can have on a story - taking simple words and filling them with elation, wonderment, tragedy, or pure satisfaction. We rely on our narrators every day to bring our favorite stories and characters to life - to introduce us to new authors and genres, or even to a new (perhaps longer) commute. And though our narrators are the best story tellers in the business, it's usually someone else's that they're telling.

The Summers family always chose somewhere special to spend their Christmas holiday instead of at home. Every year their holiday vacation destination was different and determined by each of their Christmas wishes. Hannah and her children loved their Christmas holiday tradition even though it was never easy for everyone to be completely satisfied and this year was no different...or was it? Daniel Summers quickly offered to handle the arrangements for their upcoming Christmas holiday vacation. He knew his mother was surprised and maybe even a little suspicious about his offer to find a place ...

It’s another holiday season in Evergreen Hollow, and as snow falls gently outside and the scent of sugarplum fills the air, the Stoker family is as busy as ever! With Nora and Caroline both married, and Margo head over heels for Spencer, everyone thinks it will only be a matter of time before wedding bells ring again. But when Margo seems to get a bit restless in the small town, Spencer worries that she may be itching to return to her old jet-setting life. He was planning to propose to her at Christmas, but he starts to question whether he should.

As a genealogist, what would you give to spend one day with one of your ancestors? To witness everyday details of his or her life, whether it involved a favorite recipe, cooking methods, gardening, transportation or how children spent their day? Genealogy and stories related to major life events are often found in journals and other sources, but what about activities such as holiday celebrations or games children played on balmy summer evenings? Wouldn't you like to go one step beyond vague stories about walking four miles to school through two feet of snow or canning peaches on a woodstove...

Betrayal. Bitter resentment. Unwavering loyalty. One man inspired all three... And expected nothing in return...he’d learned not to. Then, when time was more precious than anything money could buy, he wanted one thing for himself. Just one thing. It began all about him...or so he believed. And should have known better. He excelled at keeping his emotions carefully hidden. Then she became his everything. Nothing was the same... He’d do anything to protect her...anything. This is Book Five of the 6-part Married to Memories Until Someday short-story series. Book 5 of 6.

Mistletoe hasn’t lost its holiday charm, but David Dean and Elizabeth Wilson face other outside forces besides winter storm warnings and a meddling, conniving ex-wife. The king and queen of matchmaking need to face their own romantic longings outside the expectations of their families, friends, and the town. Heartbreak isn’t something they want, but sometimes past rivalries and secrets do more to break down budding love than anything else can. When David’s ex-wife comes back – again – she decides she’s going to get back together with David like nothing ever happened. The ...

Are you craving the comfort of a home-cooked meal that tells a story? “Over the past thirty or so years, Linda and Jerry Carsman have hosted us for many of the terrific meals spelled out in her recent book… which has left us drooling. Her skills in the kitchen are more than worthy of this new cookbook, putting on paper dishes for all to emulate. Enjoy!” —Steve and Sherry Raffin, friends In the Kitchen with Linda by Linda Carsman offers a heartwarming blend of memoir and cookbook, where each recipe carries the legacy of a Jewish family, spanning from the bustling streets of Brooklyn ...

The perfect gift book, featuring the writing of Meryl Streep, Bill Bailey, Emilia Clarke, Olivia Colman, Caitlin Moran, Richard Ayoade, Emily Watson and others, to coincide with the upcoming movie Last Christmas, starring Emma Thompson, Emilia Clarke and Henry Golding. When you think back to Christmases past, what (if anything) made it magical? This is a beautiful, funny and soulful collection of personal essays about the meaning of Christmas, written by a unique plethora of voices from the boulevards of Hollywood to the soup kitchens of Covent Garden.

Settle in by the fireside and savor stories of unexpected romance, second chances, and lifelong love. Featuring four novellas from some of your favorite authors, this historical Christmas romance collection is sure to capture your heart: Memories of Christmas, A Home for the Holidays, Lady Walmsley and Foster, and Charles and Maria.

This fun and heartfelt Christmas story starts with a touch of adventure and a bit of magic and leaves you with the perfect pumpkin bread recipe to create your own famous Christmas memories.

Years after their first meeting changed the course of his life, Teddy and his best friend Scarlet embark on a road trip to join her family at their Christmas Cabin in the mountains. Along the way, Teddy finds his feelings for her, which he has buried for their entire friendship, bubbling to the surface. He knows that he has to hide those feelings if he wants to maintain the amazing friendship they share, but after enjoying another joyous Christmas week with her family, Teddy is finding it harder and harder to keep himself in the friend zone. However, a sudden new job opportunity across the ...

Emma Kelly, a nurse grappling with the loss of her parents, faces her first lonely Christmas in their old home. When a blizzard leaves her stranded, fate intervenes in the form of John Metcalf—a struggling mechanic—and his young son, Matthew. John is desparate for a job and is racing against time to reach Minnesota by Christmas Eve with the hope of landing one. When the storm throws them together, they find warmth in unexpected places. But with John's deadline looming and the snow showing no signs of stopping, will this Christmas miracle have an expiration date?

For most of us, fond memories of the Christmas season are inseparable from television's holiday presentations. The world loves everything from iconic cartoons like How the Grinch Stole Christmas and A Charlie Brown Christmas to the groundbreaking Julia sitcom segment, "I'm Dreaming of a Black Christmas," Christmas in Rockefeller Center, and the 1992 television-remake of Christmas in Connecticut directed by Arnold Schwarzenegger. Christmas TV Memories: Nostalgic Holiday Favorites of the Small Screen embraces it all, offering a tinsel-decked traipse down memory lane.

In Central Florida, Farrell’s Orchards is no longer what it had once been. Deborah Hannel knows this. She and her sister, Leah, grew up here, raised by their Aunt Harriet and Uncle Max. Uncle Max is gone now, as is Leah’s husband; as are the husbands of several cousins. It seems divorce is as much a family tradition as Deborah’s oyster stuffing, and bringing new ornaments to hang on the Christmas tree. When Deborah arrives alone for Christmas at Farrell’s Orchards, will the ornament she’s brought to hang on the tree be a memory of another impending divorce?

She’ll be home for Christmas… After years of chasing her dreams as an interior designer in the bustling city, Grace returns to Evergreen, a quaint mountain town that holds the magic of her childhood Christmases. The twinkling lights and festive atmosphere of her childhood Christmases bring back warm memories, but it's reuniting with her childhood best friend, Ethan, that truly stirs her heart. When the mayor calls for volunteers to organize the town's annual Christmas Eve festival, Grace jumps at the chance to make this holiday season one to remember. With Ethan by her side, Grace dives...

Dive into the magical world of family holidays with Grandparents and Holidays, a heartwarming eBook designed to bring generations closer through timeless traditions. Whether you're looking to create new memories or enhance your festive celebrations, this book offers a treasure trove of ideas that cater to families of all backgrounds. Begin your journey in the Introduction to Festive Family Traditions, where you'll discover the profound impact of holiday rituals and learn how to build unbreakable bonds across generations. Setting the Stage with Grandparents will guide you in incorporating ...

Designer Lauren’s future is set…until her high school sweetheart Shane walks into Christmas Inn with his four children and disrupts all her carefully laid plans. Lauren Bradford’s company is about to break into a major department store chain. The deal is on hold for Christmas, leaving Lauren at loose ends. Her father suggests they return to Christmas Inn, her favorite childhood place. She’s looking forward to a quiet Christmas…until her high school sweetheart Shane walks into Christmas Inn with his four children and disrupts all her carefully laid plans. Shane McCallister has only...

The stories in Chicken Soup for the Soul will encourage listeners to stay upbeat, because there's always a brighter way to look at life. This collection includes 32 Stories of Christmas humor, memories, and holiday traditions.