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Step into a whimsical world with Nicholas- A Manhattan Christmas Story, a charming childrens tale that earned a Newbery Honor in 1925. Set against the backdrop of early-twentieth-century New York City, Moores enchanting narrative weaves together U.S. history, delightful characters, and magical dream-like adventures that will captivate young readers. Join narrator Lynette Caulkins and an impressive cast as they bring this imaginative story to life!

The four children of King Lir are happy when their father marries again. Aoife, their new stepmother is very kind to them. But, in her heart, she is jealous of the children and uses her secret magic powers to cast a spell on them, changing them from children into swans. They spend long years on lonely lakes and frozen seas, until one day the spell is broken, and they are human again. Though everyone they loved is long gone, they know they are home at last.

Seventeen skilled and diverse writers, united by their experience of chronic post-infectious illness, offer their thoughts on everything from gaslighting and grieving to birds and baking. Funny, poignant, desperate or reflective: this collection has it all. Dip into it occasionally or read it from cover-to-cover - whatever you choose you’ll find it rewarding.