e-artnow presents to you the greatest Christmas novels, magical Christmas tales, legends, most famous carols and the unique poetry of the giants of literature dedicated to this one and only holiday: The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) Silent Night The Night After Christmas The Child Born at Bethlehem The Adoration of the Shepherds The Visit of the Wise Men As J...

A NEW YORK TIMES, WALL STREET JOURNAL, AND USA TODAY BESTSELLERThe legendary investor shows how to identify and master the cycles that govern the financial markets."A MUST-READ" Ray Dalio, bestselling author of Principles and Co-Chief Investment Officer and Co-Chairman, Bridgewater Associates"WHEN I SEE MEMOS FROM HOWARD MARKS IN MY MAIL, THEY'RE THE...

Exalting Jesus in 1 & 2 Thessalonians is one volume in Christ-Centered Exposition Commentary series. This series affirms that the Bible is a Christ-centered book, containing a unified story of redemptive history of which Jesus is the hero. It’s presented as sermons, divided into chapters that conclude with a “Reflect & Discuss” section, making this series ideal for small group study, personal devotion, and even sermon preparation. It’s not academic but rather presents an ...

Two boys are born on the same day in sixteenth-century England; one is a beggar, and the other is the Prince of Wales. Growing up, Tom Canty daydreams of hobnobbing with nobility, while Edward Tudor, son of King Henry VIII, longs for freedom beyond the castle walls. One day, the boys have a chance encounter, realize that they look a lot alike, and decide to switch places. But they soon learn that idealistic fantasies don't match up with reality. American author Mark Twain first published h...

Living to Tell the Horrid Tales: True Life Stories of Former Slaves, Historical Documents & Novels transcends traditional bounds of literature to offer a profound exploration of the human spirit. This anthology delves into the complex tapestry of slavery through a plethora of literary styles, from the stark realities in autobiographical narratives to the imaginative force of novels, infusing each piece with a sense of urgency and historical significance. The collection encompasses an array...

What if the greatest geniuses in history shared a secret more profound than their own work? In Sara Code, I explore the hidden threads that connect legendary minds across time—individuals whose brilliance may not have been an accident, but a legacy.This book follows a trail of clues leading back to Sara, a figure lost in the shadows of history. For centuries, her existence and her descendants have been part of a story that the world wasn't ready to hear. Now, throu...

You've been taught to be nice.To keep the peace.To avoid conflict.To put others first.But where has that gotten you?Drained.Overwhelmed.Stuck in a life that doesn't feel like yours.Stop Being Nice is not about becoming cold.It's about becoming clear, strong, and in control.This book will show you how to:• Set boundaries without guilt• Say no without fear• Stop over-explaining y...

Dive into the mysterious realms of "The Golden Book of World's Greatest Mysteries 'Äì 60+ Whodunit Tales & Detective Stories," where the uncanny and enigmatic converge in a tantalizing array of stories by some of the world's most celebrated authors. This collection weaves together a rich tapestry of suspenseful narratives and rich plotting, exemplifying the evolution of mystery and detective fiction. From spine-chilling psychological thrillers to riveting detective sagas, the anthology emb...

Do you love mystery stories? Suspense?Do you need to know who done it?Detectives, Sleuths, and Nosy Neighbors is a mystery anthology with short stories which range between the classic nosy neighbor and detective to a space sleuth.Curated and edited by A Balsamo, these tales twist and turn until the very end.Many of the authors have published books available, so you might just find a new favorite to read.Stories byA.R.R. AshMark Beard

If you enjoyed Mongol Moon and A Dance of Devils but were left with questions, such as "What is happening in the rest of the United States?" or "heck, what's happening in the rest of the world?" Apocalypse in Pieces, Volume 1 has the answers.In the United States, members of a Louisiana VFW fight back, and an Illinois gun shop employee overcomes personal loss to find a purpose.In the hollers of West Virginia, a cagey man holds a se...

Long before the invention of electricity or the discovery of underground reservoirs of fossil fuels, people depended on whale oil to keep their lamps lit. A few brave Colonial farmers left their fields and headed out to sea to chase whales and profits farther and farther off shore. When they did, towns sprung up around their harbors as demand grew for sailors, blacksmiths, ropewalkers, and the many other craftsmen needed to support the growing whaling industry. Through the fictional villag...

Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1997, Don Shula remains the winningest coach of all time with 347 career victories and the only undefeated season in NFL history. But before he became the architect of the Dolphins dynasty, Shula was a hardworking kid selling fish on the banks of Lake Erie. As acclaimed sports biographer Mark Ribowsky shows, Shula met serious resistance at home when he asked to play high school football, but when his parents finally relented, they discovered that their son...