Christopher would rather have a dog than a little brother who ruins his birthday parties, but when his brother begins to act like a puppy Christopher has a change of heart.

For a number of years, I had a feeling of pervasive sadness in the month of December that I could not explain, especially around Christmastime. Our birthday, Anna Christines and mine, is December 12, just twelve days before Christmas. I do not know how old I was when I learned I had a twin sister. The only thing I remember being told is, You had a twin sister and she died. End of story. She was never talked about and never even given a name. For a period of time she did not seem real to me, so I gave her the name of Anna Christine. In my heart I wanted to make that connection and tell our story. That desire persisted, and out of that desire the book I longed to write is becoming a reality. Its My Birthday Too is a story about the journey of twin souls. During a memorable walk in December 2004, I connected to Anna Christine, and the bond that only twins have has become stronger every day. I know now that my twin has been with me always. She always has been and she always will be. So I invite you to join us on our journey. It is a story of a forever kind of love.

A sweet and simple book, “It’s My Birthday, Too!” is modeled after my own son, Chad, who has now celebrated quite a few birthdays! Like Chad, the book’s hero, Andrew, loves birthdays and all things connected to them: the song, presents, cake, balloons, and the growing anticipation leading up to his own, very special birthday. Andrew’s birthday is on the same day as Jesus’ birthday, Christmas. Each birthday that Andrew’s family celebrates is cause for his increasing excitement and his never-ending statement/question, “it’s my birthday too!” Andrew’s mommy tries to calm him and reassure him that he will, indeed, be celebrating his own birthday too, but “not yet.” Chad, my own “birthday boy” was born the day after Christmas and came home wrapped in a stocking. While he liked Christmas, he loved Jesus, and once, when he was shown a picture of Santa Claus and asked, “Who is this, Chad?” he answered, “Noah!” This book is for him, and for anyone who knows and loves (or perhaps was and is?) a child with a delightful spirit such as his, and such as Andrew’s in “It’s My Birthday, Too!”

Compares the events surrounding a child's birth to those connected to the birth of Jesus.

Children excitedly discuss the details of their upcoming birthdays.

Come for a visit in Bear Country with this classic First Time Book® from Stan and Jan Berenstain. Join Papa, Mama, and Brother, as they help Sister celebrate her birthday. The special day is not all fun and games when Sister becomes overwhelmed by all of the festivities. This beloved story is a perfect way to teach children about birthdays and what’s most important about them.

New York Times-bestselling author Jim Butcher expands his beloved "Dresden Files" novel series with the all-new "Dog Men" story set within official continuity, created exclusively as a graphic novel! Harry Dresden is a man on the edge—and that is something that can be dangerous to friend and foe alike. He’s been drafted by a senior member of the White Council of Wizards to investigate a series of murders in rural Mississippi. As always, there’s more afoot than is immediately apparent. The question is, will Harry’s state of mind keep him from seeing it, and will his actions lead him into direct conflict with the wizard who’s depending on his help?

A collection of vampire tales includes Charlaine Harris's heroine Sookie Stackhouse in "Dracula's Night," Jim Butcher's wizard hero Harry Dresden in "It's My Birthday Too," and other stories by Tanya Huff, P.N. Elrod, Christopher Golden, and Bill Crider.

The Night Before My Birthday captures all the excitement and anticipation that every child experiences in the lead-up to their special day. The decorations are up, the table is set, and the food is ready - but what happens when there is an ice cream emergency? Once again Natasha Wing has written a story that is sure to appeal to every child getting ready for a birthday. The book is told by and seen through the eyes of the birthday child, so it is gender neutral and a fun gift for any birthday girl or boy.

The birthday child's animal friends bring ingredients and help make a birthday cake.