Mr. Dickens and Mr. Hausleben combined! Christmas fantasy and magic! A classic Christmas tale with a New Jersey twist! A New Jersey Christmas Tale is another Christmas release by the master storyteller on an already long list of Christmas books and seasonal joy! What gift do readers receive when the COVID-19 pandemic locks down the master storyteller during the 2020 holiday season? Another Christmas story penned by Mr. Paul John Hausleben, of course! When Mr. Hausleben takes up his annual Christmas Eve reading of what he feels is the greatest story ever written; then inspiration ignites reading and writing magic. What better Christmas mix than for Mr. Hausleben to join up in writing forces with the author that invented Christmas as we now know it? Paul John Hausleben does not hide his love for his favorite author, Mr. Charles Dickens, and he does not mince words when he heaps praise upon Mr. Dickens’s Christmas masterpiece, A Christmas Carol. Mr. Hausleben proudly states, “I believe it is the greatest story ever written with the most colorful and amazing characters of all time, too. Dickens has no peers; in my opinion, he is the greatest author of all time." Mr. Absalom Steed operates his Steed Lace Factory in Paterson, New Jersey as he lives his life. Stomping over everyone and everything, counting his pennies, obsessed with factory production and numbers and living a miserable life and making everyone around him miserable, too. Steed is obstinate, mean, heartless, and uncaring. Yet, his past haunts him and there are many reasons for his current misery. Somewhere, some place, deep inside, there is good in his soul and Christmas magic in 1974 unlocks the good and it turns his life around. Mr. Hausleben takes the original basic theme of the classic Christmas story, adds touches of fantasy, and holiday magic, adds his own characters, sets the story in his home city of Paterson, New Jersey with a nostalgic mid-1970s setting, and Mr. Hausleben turns the old classic into a new classic. In the author’s notes, PJH adds some commentary on the original story with his usual deep insight and flair. He adds some of his own Christmas artwork within the pages, with his own cover design and his own simple and captivating hand-drawn artwork. All of this makes this book a must-have for your Christmas reading list!

The classic Christmas tale with a New Jersey twist! A New Jersey Christmas Carol, Special Edtion of A New Jersey Chrismtas Tale, is another release by the master storyteller on an already long list of Christmas books and seasonal magic! During the Christmas season of 2020, Mr. Paul John Hausleben wrote and published his own version of A Christmas Carol by Mr. Charles Dickens. A New Jersey Christmas Tale became an instant holiday classic. Mr. Hausleben completed a dream; to be able to work alongside his writing hero, Mr. Charles Dickens. Almost from the moment of publication, the question came in from readers and followers. "Paulie, why did you title the book A New Jersey Christmas Tale? Why not A New Jersey Christmas Carol?" The reader's questions and feedback haunted Paul John Hausleben. During Christmas of 2023, Mr. Hausleben completed a university course with coursework of an in-depth study of Mr. Charles Dickens and his masterpiece novella. After another reader asked about the title, and armed with his new knowledge from his studies, the author came up with the idea for a special edition of his own Christmas classic. Mr. Hausleben dug up a commentary that he wrote many years ago on A Christmas Carol and brushed that commentary up. The author added some special notes, added some Christmas fun within the pages, with his not-so-world-famous lists, a touch some of his usual humor, and his own cover design and his own simple and captivating hand-drawn artwork. Of course, he added the title of A New Jersey Christmas Carol. Here it is; a special edition of the master storyteller's Christmas classic! Mr. Hausleben takes the original theme of the classic Christmas story, adds his own characters, sets the story in his home city of Paterson, New Jersey and turns the old classic into a new classic. All of this makes this special edition book a must-have for your Christmas reading list!

A Christmas Tale is a children's picture book that tells a story about a mouse that gets separated from his family at Christmas time. However, it is the season of miracles and Basil's life takes a turn that is unexpected. It is a time that maybe dreams do come true...even for a mouse named Basil. The beautiful illustrations help to carry this message of love and hope from beginning to the end. Children will become very attached to the characters in this book. They will fall in love with the visual images of Santa, his elves, and of course Basil and his family. It is a timeless tale and one that is expressed beautifully in each illustration.

Trolls that save the holidays for an overworked father. A mysterious hitchhiker whose appearance at Christmas teaches a man the true meaning of this special holiday. Dolphins battling pirates beneath the sea and a special holiday gift to a sick child. And what would Christmas be without a clumsy elf whose antics complicate Santa's annual Big Day These are but a few of the characters and situations you'll encounter in this collection of short stories. Printed over the years in the Cape May County Herald's special holiday edition and gathered here on one handy collection, these stories are sure to amuse you and add even more pleasure to your happy holiday season.

In "Tales from the Wilds of New Jersey," Ted Lyons invites the reader into the "wonder years, coming of age" adventures/discoveries of a Jersey kid whom you will undoubtedly come to recognize in one form or another. Ted: "We’re all here, sharing the planet for a nano second, just trying to get through it! So, of course, similar life experiences are unavoidable." In one-to-three-page chapters, Ted shares the rough and tumble life of a boy navigating his way through childhood, adolescence and finally stumbling into adulthood realizing that he’s Peter Pan in a world full of responsible grownups! The stories are largely autobiographical, and true, to the extent that "memory would allow." Included in the pages of TFTWONJ are a modest scattering of original poems, jokes, and song lyrics along with "skewed" observations of life, just to "keep the reader off balance." The tales are regaled with humor and honesty, as seen through the nostalgic prism of "rose colored glasses." If you don’t see yourself, or someone you know, inside "the wilds"...look again.

This carefully crafted ebook: “CHARLES DICKENS – The Complete Short Stories: 190+ Christmas Tales, Social Sketches, Tales for Children & Other Stories (Illustrated)” is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: Christmas Novellas A Christmas Carol The Chimes The Cricket on the Hearth The Battle of Life The Haunted Man Short Story Collections Sketches by Boz Sketches of Young Gentlemen Sketches of Young Couples Master Humphrey' Clock Reprinted Pieces The Mudfog Papers Pearl-Fishing (First Series) Pearl-Fishing (Second Series) Christmas Stories Other Stories Children's Books Child's Dream of a Star Holiday Romance Stories About Children Every Child Can Read Criticism Appreciations and Criticisms of the Works of Charles Dickens The Limitations of Dickens by Henry James The Puzzle of Dickens's Last Plot by Andrew Lang David Copperfield by Virginia Woolf Biographies Charles Dickens by G. K. Chesterton The Life of Charles Dickens by John Forster Dickens' London by M. F. Mansfield Charles Dickens (1812-1870) was an English writer and social critic. He created some of the world's best-known fictional characters and is regarded as the greatest novelist of the Victorian era. His works enjoyed unprecedented popularity during his lifetime, and by the twentieth century critics and scholars had recognized him as a literary genius. His novels and short stories enjoy lasting popularity.

The Big Book of Christmas Tales is an unparalleled collection that brings together the works of several of the most prominent authors in literary history to explore the multifaceted themes of Christmas. By weaving together a tapestry of diverse literary styles from the whimsical to the solemn, the anthology encapsulates the spirit of the holiday season through a broad spectrum of perspectives. The collection stands out for its inclusion of timeless classics alongside lesser-known gems, providing a rich literary context that illuminates the universal appeal of Christmas. The varied narratives, woven with themes of hope, generosity, and reflection, highlight the cultural and emotional significance of the holiday across different times and places, underscoring the anthologys importance as a literary compendium. The backgrounds of the contributing authors are as diverse as their stories, with figures such as Charles Dickens and Leo Tolstoy standing alongside Emily Dickinson and Beatrix Potter. This assembly of authors, each influential in their own right, comes from a broad spectrum of historical, cultural, and literary movements, offering readers a panoramic view of Christmas through the ages. The contributions of these authors, who have each left an indelible mark on the literary landscape, collectively enrich the anthology's overarching theme by showcasing the holiday's universal resonance across various cultural and societal backgrounds. This collection is a treasure trove for readers eager to explore the depths of Christmas through an expansive lens. It beckons to those who are not just looking for holiday tales but are in pursuit of a deeper understanding of the myriad ways in which this time of year reflects and influences the human condition. The Big Book of Christmas Tales is more than a seasonal anthology; it is an educational journey and a celebration of literary diversity that promises to spark reflection, joy, and a renewed appreciation for the enduring power and complexity of the Christmas spirit. Readers are encouraged to delve into this collection, not only for its aesthetic and sentimental value but also for the unique opportunity it presents to engage with the rich tapestry of Christmas narratives from some of the most revered authors in literature.