"Hugh Martin: The Boy Next Door" is an enchanting jaunt through the Golden Era of Broadway and the MGM musicals. This firsthand account captures the energy and excitement of those special times, with eyewitness tales of Mickey Rooney and Judy Garland, Gene Kelly, and dozens more. Hugh recounts the origins of some of America's most beloved songs, including the perennial favorite, "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas." Martin also reveals some secrets that only he could know: the truth about his composition partner Ralph Blane, his addiction to the infamous Dr. Feelgood, Max Jacobson; how he was instrumental in turning Gene Kelly from a performer to a choreographer during the staging of Best Foot Forward; and what it was really like to be part of the MGM musical production machine. As Hugh enters his 96th year, this could be America's last chance to hear these stories from a living source. They are full of his signature charm, grace, musicality, and poeticism.

Welcome to a winter wonderland! Christmas is coming, but there's still so much to do! In their tiny village in the woods, Gregory Mouse and his family are just as busy as Santa and his elves. They have gingerbread houses to decorate, presents to wrap, cookies to bake, and snowy hills to sled—all before the celebration begins! This playful holiday alphabet book offers children a miniature world filled with wonderful details—a treat that could only come from Mary Engelbreit, the beloved artist whose bestselling edition of The Night Before Christmas is already a classic.

These arrangements of both sacred and secular Christmas favorites are sure to become long-time favorites with piano students. As their family and friends gather to celebrate, they will enjoy the lush, rich and playful sounds found throughout this collection.

Profiles noteworthy Christmas films of all types, including movies for children and for grownups, comedies, sad movies, crime and adventure films, horror movies, versions of "A Christmas Carol," the worst movies, and the classics.

Festive homes bright with ornaments, cr�ches, snow scenes, and Santa figurines: Christmas and miniatures naturally go hand in hand. Whether you want to craft some small delights, or just decorate for the holidays with store-bought ones, this is the guide for you. Celebrate by making small yet exquisite projects, such as a nostalgic Retro Tinsel Tree and beaded napkin rings that turn into bracelets, all shown in sparkling photos. Craft a Sweet Christmas Blossom with a candy treat, small stockings, and little toys. Choose from dozens of ideas for memorable gifts and charming home decorations, including diminutive displays to put on mantels, shelves, and tabletops.

Illustrations and brief text explore terms of endearment that have a Christmas theme.

When Angelique Devereaux and Donnie Cochran play a joke on their families during Christmas by pretending to get married at their Las Vegas hotel, they are stunned to discover that their faux union is actually real and that Angelique is pregnant. Original.