May Spreads Holiday Joy


Book Description

May loves the holiday season… and bananas! She embarks on a mission to spread holiday cheer in a unique and heartwarming way —sweet treats! She teams up with her grandma Maddie to make a new recipe for banana pudding cookies. May learns the art of baking these delightful cookies with each batch filled with warmth and happiness. Young readers will not only enjoy May’s festive holiday cheer but will be inspired to plan their own random acts of kindness. May Book Series is proud to partner with fellow Charleston, SC native Zenobia Dewely of Zenobia’s Sweet Tooth (www.zenobiasweettooth.com) to share her special recipe for banana pudding cookies! May Spreads Holiday Joy is a delightful story that celebrates the spirit of giving especially during the holiday season, perfect for children and families to enjoy together.




May Your Holidays Be Merry and Bright


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This festive book is a perfect reminder of what the holidays are truly about. Heather Stillufsen's heartwarming words and wishes capture the joy, wonder, and magic of the season. You'll be inspired to reflect on days gone by, look to the future with hope, and keep the holiday spirit in your heart all year through.




Christmas Comfort & Joy


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Introduces more than five hundred suggestions for holiday crafts, decorating tips, and food and entertaining ideas for Christmas, with instructions and patterns for crafters of different skill levels.




Spreading Joy Daily


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Spreading Joy Daily is full of 365 ideas that will get your heart soaring, your mind racing and will have you making a difference for others in no time. This book is designed to get you thinking of ways to make a difference each and every day. You'll soon experience that "There's NO joy like spreading joy" when your heart is flooded with the unspeakable joy that comes from living your life for others. Many people feel that their "little" doesn't matter and so instead of trying to do what they can, they simply don't try. This book will remind you of the little things that make life big and get you thinking of ways to do more for others. Everyone can do this! Regardless of your age, financial situation, education or background - there are ideas in here for everyone. Will you JOYn me and so many others as we splash in joy? Your heart will thank you for it!




A Happy Book of Little Gifts to Make


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Keep your hands busy and your mind playing and free of stress with A Happy Book of Little Gifts to Make. From professional artist Sarah Hand, the author of Art Makers: Papier-Mache, this book features easy-to-follow step-by-step projects, creative inspiration, and prompts—all designed to be done at home using affordable, accessible materials. Best of all, the projects are small-scale, so they are portable, giftable, adorable, and fun! A Happy Book of Little Gifts to Make includes varied projects done in all kinds of materials, from papier-mache and paper to crayons, paint, and paint pens. With this book, you can learn to make: Dioramas Papier-mache creatures Pop-up cards Cotton dolls And much more Throughout the book, find tips for having fun and relaxing as you create, plus creative inspiration and prompts so that you can use this book as a starting point for art projects you devise on your own. After a stressful year (or decade?), everyone needs to have fun and let loose, and what better way than with art that can be created at home and with materials you already have? The small size of the projects makes them manageable even for beginning crafters and artists, and kids will love working on the projects too (possibly with a little adult help). The art is adorable and whimsical and appeals to artists of all ages and skill levels, including beginning crafters, DIYers, crafty families, and more. Grab your paper, paints, and more and then set up at the kitchen counter to start your stress-free creative life with A Happy Book of Little Gifts to Make from a professional artist and instructor.




The Revolution Is for the Children


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Since 1959, the Cuban revolutionary government has proudly proclaimed that "the revolution is for the children." Many Cuban Americans reject this claim, asserting that they chose exile in the United States to protect their children from the evils of "Castro-communism." Anita Casavantes Bradford's analysis of the pivotal years between the Revolution's triumph and the 1962 Missile Crisis uncovers how and when children were first pressed into political service by ideologically opposed Cuban communities on both sides of the Florida Straits. Casavantes Bradford argues that, in Havana, the Castro government deployed a morally charged "politics of childhood" to steer a nationalist and reformist revolution toward socialism. At the same time, Miami exile leaders put children at the heart of efforts to mobilize opposition to Castro's regime and to link the well-being of Cuban refugees to U.S. Cold War foreign policy objectives. Casavantes Bradford concludes that the 1999 Elian Gonzalez custody battle was the most notorious recent manifestation of the ongoing struggle to define and control Cuban childhood, revealing the persistent centrality of children to Cuban politics and national identity.




Christmas Joy: Embracing the True Spirit of the Season


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Are you struggling to fully understand the true meaning of Christmas? Do you find yourself overwhelmed by the commercialism and busyness of the season? Christmas Joy: Embracing the True Spirit of the Season is here to help you rediscover the profound joy and spiritual significance of Christmas. This book will guide you through the historical and biblical foundations of Christmas, emphasizing the themes of joy, hope, love, and generosity. By reading this book and applying its concepts, you will: Reconnect with the true spirit of Christmas and experience a deeper sense of joy and peace. Strengthen your faith by understanding the biblical story of Jesus’ birth and its relevance today. Create meaningful family traditions that reflect Christian values and bring your loved ones closer together. Overcome the commercialism of the season and focus on what truly matters. Engage in community service and spread the love of Christ to those around you. Bullet Points Discover the true meaning of Christmas Strengthen your faith and family bonds Overcome the commercialism of the season Engage in meaningful community service Experience joy and peace year-round This book is an essential guide for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of Christmas and live out its true spirit year-round. With practical tips, reflection questions, and inspiring stories, Christmas Joy offers a comprehensive approach to celebrating Christmas in a way that honors God and enriches your faith. Why is this book a good answer for those who need to learn more about Christmas? It provides a thorough exploration of the origins and significance of Christmas. It offers practical advice on how to celebrate Christmas in a spiritually meaningful way. It encourages readers to incorporate the values of Christmas into their daily lives, fostering a year-round spirit of joy and generosity. Call to Action: Don’t let another Christmas pass by without fully embracing its true meaning. Get your copy of Christmas Joy: Embracing the True Spirit of the Season today and start experiencing the profound joy and spiritual fulfillment that comes from celebrating Christmas as it was meant to be. Become a happier, more fulfilled Christian by applying the knowledge and insights from this book.




Happy Holidays


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This short book on holidays gives some of the feelings and possible reactions to the "politically correct" sayings we hear now. It talks about how some holidays are overshadowed by the preparation of another. It gives some feelings about not being able to talk about, not even mentioning the reason for a holiday.Are you offended by somebody saying they are offended by the standard remarks or displays associated with a holiday? Perhaps you will find out you are not alone and it is time to reconsider your feelings and thoughts about being "politically correct.""Happy Holidays" tells us the real reasons we celebrate some of our holidays.




Gone Astray


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A heart attack sends detective Rory Naysmith reeling. Too young to retire, he accepts a position in small-town Winterset, Nebraska. Handed an unsolved truck hijacking case, with the assistance of a rookie, Rory sets out to prove he is still able to go toe-to-toe with younger men. When the body of a Vietnam veteran turns up, he dons his fedora and spit-shines his shoes. But before he can solve the murder, an older woman disappears, followed closely by a second hijacking. He doggedly works the cases, following a thread that ties the two crimes together. But can Rory find the mental and physical strength to up his game and bring the criminals to justice before disaster strikes and he loses his job?




Joy the Baker Cookbook


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Joy the Baker Cookbook includes everything from "Man Bait" Apple Crisp to Single Lady Pancakes to Peanut Butter Birthday Cake. Joy's philosophy is that everyone loves dessert; most people are just looking for an excuse to eat cake for breakfast.