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This is the touching and endearing story of Little Meg and her trials and difficulties as she does her best to look after 'her children' after their mother dies. Father is away at sea and is expected every day, but when father's ship comes in he is not aboard! With the help of her new friend and neighbour Kitty, she finds out that he was 'took bad' on the other side of the world, who knows when or if he will ever make it back. Meanwhile, Little Meg must take care of Robby and baby. There are better days and worse days. There is the wonderful trip to Temple Gardens and the difficult process of ...

Jessica is a little girl who used to be an actress till she grew too big. Now she lives on the streets, mostly starving until she meets Mr. Dan'el. Mr. Dan'el gives Jessica his cast-off crusts and warmed-over coffee. Jessica follows Mr. Dan'el to a building where a bunch of people sing and then listen to a man tell them about someone named God. Jessica wants to know who God is so she sneaks into listen every Sunday, hoping she won't be found out. (Summary by Adele de Pignerolles) .Cast List: Narrator: Adele de PignerollesJessica: Esther ben SimonidesMr. Daniel Standring: Glenn O'BrienThe ...

Ferns Hollow is the sad, but sweet story of a young boy who tragically loses his parents and has to care for his two sisters and crazed grandfather. He finds himself in many difficult situations which test his faith and courage. This book is about how he made it through many trials with God's grace and guidance, learning many life lessons on the way. - Summary by fiddlesticks

Join us for a poignant Christmas tale that beautifully explores the themes of forgiveness and the importance of accepting others for who they truly are, rather than who we wish them to be. - Summary by The Reader

Join Little Meg on a heartfelt journey as she faces the challenges of caring for her beloved children after a tragic loss. With her mother gone and her father away at sea, Megs life takes an unexpected turn when she learns her fathers ship has returned without him. With the support of her new friend and neighbor, Kitty, Meg discovers the harsh realities of life while trying to provide for Robby and the baby. Through the ups and downs—like the memorable trip to Temple Gardens and the heart-wrenching decision to pawn their best clothes for food and warmth—Megs unwavering childlike faith in ...

On Christmas Eve, a party of friends descends on a purportedly haunted country retreat, charged with the task of discovering evidence of the supernatural. Sequestered in their rooms for the holiday, the friends reconvene on Twelfth Night at a great feast and share their stories of spectral encounters.

In this poignant tale, we meet Jessica, a once-celebrated child actress whose dreams have faded as she now navigates life on the streets, often facing hunger and despair. Her fortunes change when she encounters Mr. Danel, a kind-hearted soul who shares his meager food and warm coffee with her. Intrigued by the uplifting songs and the mysterious figure of God mentioned in the building he leads her to, Jessica becomes determined to uncover the truth about this deity. Sneaking in every Sunday, she hopes to listen without being discovered, yearning for connection and understanding. (Summary by ...

After the death of their mother, 10-year-old Meg is left to take care of the children until their father, who’s away at sea, returns. He is expected any day, yet when his ship finally arrives, he is not aboard. There will be good days and bad days, but Meg’s simple, childlike faith as well as the kindness of neighbours and friends will help her through her trials and ensure the survival of little Meg and "her" children.

Fern’s Hollow is a moving tale of resilience and faith as a young orphaned boy struggles to care for his sisters and mentally ill grandfather. Set in 19th-century England, this novel explores themes of hardship, courage, and perseverance.