"Verse with lyrics. Based on the Dumas (pere) version used by Tchaikovsky for his ballet The Nutcracker. The well-loved story of a young girl from childhood to emotional maturity condensed into a single evenings' series of dreams brought on by a fever."--Page 4 of cover.

California Dreaming... Former child star Meredith Alcott knows life isn't like the movies. But now she has a chance to realize her own Hollywood dream by restoring a run-down amusement park to its former glory before Christmas. Clashing with the owner's arrogant, all-business son wasn't in the job description...even as Jake Walters sweeps her into a romance she never wants to end. As financial adviser to the stars, Jake always has his eye on the bottom line. He doesn't want an outsider anywhere near the legendary institution that's been in his family for generations. Yet Meredith gets top billing when she's hired to revamp his family's park. The bewitching designer challenges him at every turn while arousing a desire that fulfills Jake's wildest fantasies. But sabotage threatens to turn all their passionate hopes to dust. Unless Jake can come up with a loving plan that keeps the magic going past the holidays-and Meredith in his arms forever....

These My Christmas Dreams is an inspirational look at Christmas through the eyes of a dreamer. As you read through this book and savor the dreams, you'll look at the story of Christ's birth in a different way. You'll find comfort and peace in the midst of this busy season and be drawn closer to the one we honor, Jesus, the Christ, the Son of God. The chief message of the book is God's incredible love for you. It sings a song of worship, and using Scripture abundantly, cements in our minds the real reason Christ came to earth as a baby in Bethlehem. Reading the dreams and the accompanying messages, you'll see yourself, your struggles, and your dreams. You'll be drawn in a remarkable way to the creator of the world, the healer of your heart, and the author of your finest dreams. Diane Gruchow is a wife, mother and grandmother. She has been writing for her family and friends during the past twenty years. Her poetry and prose have been read in churches and homes across the country. She lives with her husband of 46 years in the beautiful Colorado mountains where she rides her horses, writes, and enjoys God's incredible creation. She counts among her special blessings the times she has spent teaching, mentoring young moms, and being involved in her church's lay counseling ministry. Diane says, "God has been involved in my life since childhood. Many of the days he doggedly sought me, but commitment to him was slow to come. I have loved him, feared him, cursed him, taken him for granted, and finally given my life to him. He is my reason for living. My gratitude for his forgiveness and love reaches the depths of my soul."

Ellen Marlowe, a high-school freshman, worries that her budding romance with dashing senior Michael Tyler will not survive when he goes off to college in the fall. Original.

Susan Quincey has declared Christmas as ?off limits.? The loss of her husband in Desert Storm has definitely caused a ?bah humbug? attitude, despite her 3-year-old son Jeremy's needs. Just when she thinks it can't get any worse, it does. Her car won't start, but Kevin Dockter, her boss (who has admired her since the day she applied for work) offers to ?jump? her, then hooks his car battery to hers. Susan is afraid of Jeremy getting hurt, but Kevin wins Jeremy's heart and they both go to work on Susan. A Christmas Dream is a heart-warming Christmas tale, where even Santa gets a Christmas present. You will fall in love with the characters, from little Jeremy to Kevin's mother and even Buford, the lopsided reindeer. And yes, Kevin proves that miracles truly do happen at Christmas time, and in the most unexpected places.

It's December 24th, and the old farmer settles down for a winter's nap, wondering how Christmas can come when there is no snow! In his dream he imagines a snowstorm covering him and his animals—named One, Two, Three, Four and Five—in a snowy blanket. But when the farmer awakens, he finds that it has really snowed outside, and now he remembers something! Putting on his red suit, he goes outside and places gifts under the tree for his animals, bringing holiday cheer to all. "Few in number are the parents who have made it through their toddler's years on just one copy of Carle's The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Dream Snow has similar ingredients: a simple story, lively collage-like illustrations and a fun gimmick for little hands . . ." —Time "This is a simple, well-told story about a simple farmer. . . . Viewers. . . will want to get their hands on it." —The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "Carle fans and toddlers learning the basics will . . . enjoy the gentle text and creative design features." —Booklist "The pictures are in Carle's trademark richly colored and textured collages that capture the snowy magic of Christmas." —Kirkus Reviews

(Harold Flammer). The Christmas story is told with fresh perspective in this collaborative cantata from Joseph Martin and Heather Sorenson. Throughout time God has touched and motivated hearts through dreams and visions. Christmas Dreams visits these moments in scripture and connects the experiences of ancient times with our modern journey of faith, pointing to Christ, in whose birth the hopes, yearnings and dreams of all the world are fulfilled. Using traditional carols, newly composed seasonal selections and thoughtful narration, this rich work delivers a tapestry of sound and emotion. Share this cantata with your people and help them discover God's graceful touch in their lives! Songs include: Christmas Dreams Overture; Advent Dreams; The Promise and the Prayer; A New Morning of Promise; Zechariah's Song; Mary's Dream; All Through the Night; Hark! The Herald Angels Sing; The Magi's Epiphany; Christmas Dreams; A Gentle Christmas Blessing.

Coming to Nickelodeon for the 2016 holidays, Albert is the hilarious and exciting story of a tiny Douglas Fir tree who dreams of being THE big Christmas tree in Empire City. Boys and girls ages 3 to 7 will love this beautifully illustrated book based on the television movie. This Nickelodeon read-along contains audio narration.