Thanksgiving Reads

A holiday rom-com stuffed with secrets, sarcasm, and a scandalously slow-burn romance. Harper Quinn, true-crime podcaster and reigning queen of sarcasm, thought surviving Thanksgiving with her dysfunctional family was punishment enough. But when her ex-best friend, and brooding former baking rival, Rowan Hale shows up as the caterer, things go from frosty to flaming faster than you can say “burnt yams.” Snowed in, turkey-trot-muddied, and stuck decorating with glittery cornucopias and unresolved feelings, Harper and Rowan are forced to face their biggest mess yet: each other. As pies ...

I’ve never been a fan of Christmas. At least, until I met David. Aside from some alpha bear issues he has with an opposing family that insists on sabotaging his business, he’s a good, dependable guy. Someone I could easily see myself falling in love with. He’s strong, charming, kind… and he’s also a little obsessed with the festive side of Christmas. Something I am not. I was planning to spend my Christmas alone this year. I didn’t want to see my family, and be reminded of why I never fit in. Thought I’d be just fine by myself. Having David around, though is turning all my ...

Sushi instead of turkey. Kabuki instead of football. Thanksgiving in Tokyo has never looked like this. Lucy Landish and The Holiday Adventure Club trade pumpkin pie for neon lights as they explore Japan’s bustling capital—diving into cat cafés, robot restaurants, and all the hidden corners of Tokyo that most tourists never find. But as always, the travelers bring their own stories: Paulette and Minnie, a mother and daughter meeting for the very first time after decades apart, must navigate the fragile hope of reunion—and the weight of a life-changing secret that could shatter it. ...

I didn’t want to go home for Thanksgiving. And I guess my wish got granted. I just wasn’t expecting our plane to explode. Crashing into Frost Mountain was bad enough… But now I’m a wanted woman. And every second I spend on this mountain… is a moment closer to death. These people…they don’t like witches. Except for him, of course. That steamy alpha wolf shifter. Being rescued by him in the snow was one thing. But now he’s made himself my protector. And there’s nothing I can say or do about it. Nothing I can do except worry… Because protecting me means putting his village ...

She brought tofu to turkey country, now her heart’s on the menu. Ava Sterling, vegan podcaster, political firebrand, and proud Seattleite—dreads returning home to conservative Willow Creek, Wisconsin for Thanksgiving. But when a freak blizzard traps her in town, she finds herself stuck at The Ember café... and face-to-face with Cole Ramsey, the charming, flannel-wrapped local who also happens to be the Republican state representative. Their debates are fiery, their chemistry hotter, and just when Ava thinks she can’t be surprised again, Cole reveals a softer, greener side. Toss in a ...

What do a fallen tree, a Scottish family, and Hunter Parrish have in common? A new authentic Thanksgiving Experience! Grace's quaint town becomes the backdrop for drama when Hunter Parrish, the man who wreaked havoc on her life last Valentine's Day, returns with his new girlfriend and their families. Caught between her professional pride and her personal turmoil, Grace must navigate a whirlwind of emotions, family secrets, and holiday surprises. As Grace races to mend fractured relationships and rekindle the spirit of the season, she unveils the true essence of family amidst chaos and ...

I thought I’d only be in Balsam Ridge for a day—a quick stop to write a blog post on this cozy, holiday-loving town. But when my Jeep broke down, and the local deputy came to my rescue, I found myself stranded in more ways than one. Jake Tanner is everything I didn’t know I was looking for: steady, loyal, and fiercely devoted to the people he calls family. He’s the kind of man who makes a place feel like home. As Thanksgiving approaches, Balsam Ridge wraps me in its warmth, drawing me closer to Jake, to a life I never thought I’d want. But choosing to stay means giving up my ...

Pamela Bentley is a pretty young woman in her mid-twenties that works in the Walker home as a server in the kitchen. Bessie, the cook, has taken her under her wing and is teaching her the secrets of how to be a good cook. One November morning she's on her way to the dining room to make sure everything is ready for breakfast and is startled by a handsome man sitting in the dark when she turns on the light. They introduce themselves...and without the other knowing, they are attracted to each other. Bessie warns Pamela that there are other fish in the sea and Ronald Walker knows his family ...

A Bundle Of Flirts! is 3 short story collections in one box set to save you a few bucks. At 8,000-12,000 words each, they’re the perfect length for your lunch break. You get all the stories from Holiday Flirts!, Wedding Flirts!, and More Flirts!, including: Holiday Flirts! Get in the holiday spirit with these funny, sweet romantic short stories. “Spooked by Love” After divorcing her husband, Marnie’s afraid to trust her heart again. Is anything scarier than giving romance a second chance? “Holiday Rush” A Black Friday shopping-trip-gone-wrong loses Lindy her job, her guy, and ...

Thanksgiving is about to get a whole lot wilder in the town of Tuckleton! Join Calvin and his trusty beagle, Pudge, in a hilarious, heartwarming, and mystery-packed caper as they tumble headfirst into a Turkey Trot Triathlon gone wrong. With secret recipes, vanishing trophies, feuding families, and a pie-eating poultry celebrity, this small-town Thanksgiving turns into a whirlwind of puzzles, pawprints, and pumpkin-spiced adventure. Perfect for young readers who love clever kids, comical pets, and cozy mysteries that tickle the funny bone and warm the heart.

What do a fortune teller, a traveler, and a businessman have in common? A sense of humour apparently. My sister, a traveler who's currently trying to find her 'muse' in Bali, asked a fortune teller when her brother, a businessman (aka me) is going to find the love of his life? She said it was going to be today. Instead of arguing with my little sibling, I decided to go on those dates she arranged for me. The dates are a disaster - just as I expected, but the waitress in the restaurant grabs my attention like no other woman before. But after seeing me with other women, will she agree to go ...

Samantha Moon is used to monsters, magic, and murder cases. But this Thanksgiving, the only thing she wants to hunt is a giant turkey with her family. When her long-lost brother Clayton unexpectedly shows up—looking decades too young, thanks to faerie magic—Sam's happy reunion takes a turn. Clayton’s cursed with insomnia and guilt after failing to stop a faerie abduction. Now it’s up to Sam, her shapeshifting daughter, her empathic youngest, and her psychic witch bestie to travel into the dark faerie realm, face down ogres, and rescue a stolen infant before it’s turned into a ...

Pour yourself a cup of something warm and settle into a world where kitchens glow with laughter, memories linger around the table, and gratitude fills every room. Short Stories for Seniors with Humor and Heart is a delightful collection of easy-to-read, large-print short stories that capture the magic of Thanksgiving and the beauty of everyday kindness. From the chaos of a family feast gone sideways to the quiet comfort of a shared meal, each tale celebrates gratitude, connection, and the simple joy of being together. 🎁 The perfect gift for parents, grandparents, or anyone who loves feel...

B.J. Harrison narrates "An Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving" by author Louisa May Alcott. Thanksgiving is here, but the mother and father of seven children are called away to the bedside of an ill grandmother. The farm is left in charge of the eldest child and the children decide to whip up a Thanksgiving dinner that will make their parents proud, but the task turns out to be more difficult than they had imagined.

Quinn and Carson have been best friends since second grade, inseparable but not romantic in any sense. Sure, he was getting more handsome every year, but he was her best friend. Off-limits. Taboo. Quinn refused to even consider him in any other role.During their college years, they made a silly drunken pact to get married if they were both single when they turned thirty. Then they drifted apart.Every failed relationship in her life has reminded Quinn of how special a man her best friend truly is, and how all other men fall short.Now years later, goal-oriented Carson makes a surprise visit ...

When a talking turtle falls from the sky, three best friends discover that saving Thanksgiving requires compassion, creativity, and a whole lot of laughter! Perfect for young readers aged 6-9, The Grateful Guitar Quest is an enchanting chapter book that transforms Thanksgiving lessons into an unforgettable magical adventure. What Makes This Story Special: Educational & Entertaining: While exploring a fantastical world, children learn valuable lessons about: Gratitude and thankfulness through hands-on adventures Compassion for all beings and inclusive celebrations Creative problem-solving ...

Gracelyn Moore vient de créer sa nouvelle entreprise. Après que des rumeurs ont commencé à circuler à son ancien travail, prétendant qu'elle couchait avec un client qu'elle ne toucherait pour rien au monde, elle a décidé qu'il était temps de tourner la page. Elle veut simplement se concentrer sur son avenir et faire décoller sa nouvelle entreprise d'organisation d'événements avec sa meilleure amie. C'est alors qu'elle est engagée par Dash. Dash Montgomery est un concepteur de logiciels à succès qui pensait avoir tout ce dont il avait besoin. Et puis il rencontre Gracelyn. Un ...

Sophia Newsome loves Thanksgiving but when her mushroom business is vandalized and her sister announces plans to marry a man Sophia considers a conniving weasel, she struggles to feel grateful. She believes helping organize the Turkey Trot Festival will take her mind off her worries. To accomplish the daunting task, she drafts Chadsey’s newest citizen as her righthand man. A sleepy small town where everyone knows you and your business is not urbanite Nicholas Verga’s residence of choice--but he doesn’t have one. His only job offer as a museum curator is in an early 1800s gunpowder ...

There's No Place Like Home for The Horrordays Mark's had a rough go of it for the last couple of years. So when an opportunity comes to return to the extended family he loves and misses for Thanksgiving, he jumps at the opportunity. But the good old days are gone and what he finds at his grandparent's old home is not what he expects. Aside from the memories, the turkey, and the good company, another guest awaits the family. An uninvited guest. A ghostly one. And he has plans of his own for the holiday gathering. ThanksHaunting is a holiday-themed Horror short story perfectly served with a ...

GET CAUGHT RED-HANDED THIS THANKSGIVING... This was hard as hell. Even though she had gone over this very scenario in her mind a thousand time since she had taken the money, it was even harder than she had imagined. Austin Cooper was making her nervous as hell. And, it wasn’t just because he had the power to send her to jail. Britt couldn’t deny the sexual energy that seemed to be radiating from him. The air in the room was suddenly charged with energy. And, Britt found it more and more difficult to breath. “I promise on everything I hold dear that I will put back the money,” Britt ...