There’s no white Christmas at this Vermont inn—just two pining country music stars trying to write themselves a happily ever after. Country music star Ryan Winslow hates corny Christmas songs, so he’s not sure how he let Jesse Arlyn, his on-stage partner and off-stage best friend, talk him into writing a Christmas album. Oh right, it’s because he’s desperately in love with Jesse, the man who saved his life when they were in the Peace Corps together. He’ll do anything Jesse asks, but unfortunately Jesse will never ask Ryan for the one thing he wants most to give—his heart. When the unexpected appearance of an old Peace Corps buddy throws their friendship off balance, Ryan decides to finally come clean about his feelings. What better way than writing a corny Christmas song to the man he loves? If he can write the perfect holiday love song, maybe Jesse will finally be able to see Ryan as more than a friend, and they can create a brand new harmony together. Fans of Lucy Lennox and Annabeth Albert will enjoy this stand-alone, medium heat, feel-good, friends-to-lovers gay Christmas love story!

A comprehensive Holiday look at the films that are the joyful part of the year and our lives. The story of the film people who bring you joy during the holiday season. Plus many other Christmas traditions, customs, decorative ideas, and other tales as well as facts from this festive time! Plus a Christmas Media Trivia Quiz.

A steamy romantic comedy box set! Four holiday romance novellas about the Wong siblings. Book 1: A Match Made for Thanksgiving Book 2: A Second Chance Road Trip for Christmas Book 3: A Fake Girlfriend for Chinese New Year Book 4: A Big Surprise for Valentine's Day * * * KEYWORDS: holiday romance, Asian romance, rom-com, romantic comedy, contemporary romance, steamy romance, spicy romance, Canadian romance, complete series, family drama, Canadian Thanksgiving, Christmas, Lunar New Year, Valentine's Day, Chinese Canadian, happy ending, sibling romance series, lighthearted romance, foodie romance, spicy rom-com, box set, boxset

Believe in Love & Joy: The Collection of the Greatest Christmas Novels, Stories, Carols & Legends compiles a diverse amalgam of voices stretching across centuries, with literary styles ranging from enchanting narratives, reflective poems, to captivating legends. By weaving together the profound moral ethos of Christmas with the rich tapestry of human emotion and tradition, this anthology offers an unparalleled exploration of love, joy, and the human condition. Standout pieces illuminate the collections thematic breadth, with each work uniquely contributing to the overarching sentiment of Christmas, without overshadowing the collective's cumulative impact. The roster of authors and editors within this collection represents a whos who of literary giants across eras and genres. From the poignant societal commentaries of Dickens and Twain to the transcendental musings of Wordsworth and the haunting tales of Hoffmann, these contributors hail from a variety of historical, cultural, and literary movements. Their combined efforts align with and enhance the anthologys central theme, blending the historical with the mythological, the joyous with the solemn, to paint a comprehensive portrait of Christmas. This chorus of voices, each from different folds of time and society, coalesces around the shared human experiences of love and jubilation, enriching readers understanding and appreciation of the holiday season. Believe in Love & Joy stands as a testament to the enduring power of Christmas to inspire storytellers from across the ages. Readers are invited to delve into its pages to discover a world where love and joy are not merely celebrated but are woven into the fabric of life itself. The anthology promises not only to educate but also to delight, offering a unique opportunity to engage with the multiplicity of perspectives, styles, and themes that these celebrated authors bring to the festal table. It is a must-read for anyone seeking to rekindle their Christmas spirit through the power of storytelling, fostering a deeper dialogue between the myriad authors works.

In this second edition of Orchestral “Pops” Music: A Handbook, Lucy Manning brings forward to the present her remarkable compendium of information about this form of orchestral music. Since the appearance of the first edition in 2008, this work has proven critical to successful “pops” concert programming. With changes in publishers and agents, the discontinuation of the publication of certain original material or, worst of all, presses going out of business, music directors, orchestra conductors, and professional instrumentalists face formidable challenges in tracking down accurate information about this vast repertoire. This revised handbook alleviates the time-consuming task of researching these changes by offering a list of works for orchestral “pops” concerts that is comprehensive, informative, and current. Manning’s emphasis on clarity and accuracy gives users an indispensable tool for gathering vital information on the style, instrumentation, and availability of the repertoire listed, as well as notes on its performance. The user-friendly appendices include expanded instrumentation choices, easy-to-find durations, and handy title cross-references. In addition to corrections and updates, this new edition of Orchestral “Pops” Music includes at least 1,000 new title listings. Orchestral “Pops” Music: A Handbook is the ideal tool for working conductors and orchestral librarians, as well as music program directors at colleges, conservatories, and orchestras.