Nominations for December BOTM

[Kirstin, Moderator]

Please put your nominations for December's BOTM here. I can't wait to see what holiday book you want to read/discuss.

Nominations will only be open a few days, and then the voting will begin.

[Java]

The Christmas Grandma Ran Away from Home, by Nancy Warren

[S.R.]

Dash & Lily's Book of Dares. It's sweet and uplifting, perfect for this time of year!

[Melodie]

The Jupiter Chronicles, by Leonardo Ramirez. Doesn't sound like a Holiday book much, but it's core is family togetherness, and it's written by an author who puts his soul into his work.
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1...

[Thomas]

I'll nominate "Socks for Christmas" by Andy Andrews. A fine, uplifting Christmas story.

[Marilyn]

I nominate "Are You Sitting Down?" by Shannon Yarbrough. It is the story of one family's Christmas after the father has passed away. The kids are grown with children of their own. It is contemporary and very real. Not all families are Norman Rockwell - Shannon is superb in telling us about the others...

[Linda]

Reflections of Mamie A Story of Survival by Rosemary "Mamie" Adkins.

[Terrie]

I recommend by Moriah Densley.

[Roxanne]

I nominate Merry Ex-Mas by Sheila Roberts. Sheila's Christmas books are delightful and I haven't read this one yet, so I'd love to read it with a few other people!

[Natalie]

I will nominate A Blue Gray Christmas Collection by Vickie McDonough even though I haven't read it.

[Robert]

I nominate A Christmas Carol it is a classic indeed.

[Martha]

I nominate "Reflections of Mamie A Story of Survival" by Rosemary "Mamie" Adkins.

[Cynthia]

I nominate "Reflections of Mamie A Story of Survival" by Rosemary "Mamie" Adkins.

[Jon]

I nominate Reflections of Mamie A Story of Survival by Rosemary "Mamie" Adkins.

[Alana ~ The Book Pimp]

It's one that I won several months ago and still haven't read

[T.R.]

I nominate Reflections of Mamie, A Story of Survival by Rosemary "Mamie" Adkins.

[A.]

Not only it deals with important issues such as helping friends in need and not judging a book by its cover but also a children's book is always a good reason to gather all family members for a unique moment.

[Harley]

Timeless Keepsakes

Timeless Keepsakes: A Collection of Christmas Stories

[Richard]

[Kenneth]

Reflections of Mamie A Story of Survival by Rosemary "Mamie" Adkins. A powerful memoir

[Boyko]

How about "A Christmas Carol" by Dickens:)

[Sharla]

For a terrific read, I nominate Reflections of Mamie: A Story of Survival by Rosemary "Mamie" Adkins. This book tears at your heartstrings as you follow the life and times of a victim of child abuse and how she survived!

[Greg]

The Tale of Three Trees.

[Bob]

Confessions of an Instinctively Mutinous Baby Boomer: And Her Parable of the Tomato Plant

[Bob]

Can't think of a more life-affirming and spiritual book to put under the Christmas tree than Marsha Roberts' bestselling book. It is a gift that you will be thanked for, whoever you give it to, because you will be giving them a blessing.

[Salvatore]

I nominate Reflections of Mamie A Story of Survival by Rosemary "Mamie" Adkins.

[Michael]

[Mary Teresa]

I nominate a Christmas Carol - a classic!

[Mary Teresa]

Also, "Secret Santa" written by Robert Tate Miller. He wrote the screenplay for the made for TV movie "Three Days" starring Kristin Miller. Released in 2001, It's a beautiful movie and I tried to find the book that the movie was based on, but there doesn't seem to be one. I did find "Secret Santa" and the synopsis sounds almost as heart warming as Three Days.

[Kirstin, Moderator]

You guys are awesome! Keep them coming... no need to double nominate, we will have a poll at the end of the week that everyone can vote for their favorite. These are some wonderful choices

[Sherry]

I would like to nominate "Reinventing Christmas" by Linda Rettstatt It's A sweet contemporary romance that shows you can go home again--just don't expect this Christmas to be like any other.

[June]

Christmas at Carringtons by Alexander Brown

[Vardan]

I self-nominate my novel I, the Provocateur - dystopian thrill ride or, as one reviewer put it - Total Recall meets James Bond :) Thanks in advance to all who will second this nomination!

I should also note that all the proceeds from the novel are being directed at charity (which does not mean you shouldn't leave scathing reviews should you hate it!)

[Marilyn]

Ummm, isn't this supposed to be a holiday read?

[Catherine]

I like Melodie's suggestion though I haven't read it:
"The Jupiter Chronicles, by Leonardo Ramirez. Doesn't sound like a Holiday book much, but it's core is family togetherness, and it's written by an author who puts his soul into his work."
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1...

[Greg]

Sounds good Vardan. I, the Provocateur works for me.

[Zack]

Ill third, A Christmas Carrol by Dickens, and also add Hogfather by Terry Pratchett.

[Vardan]

Greg wrote: "Sounds good Vardan. I, the Provocateur works for me."

Thanks for seconding, Greg! I think a nice little revolution in a dystopian society on a distant planet qualifies as a festivity :)

[Greg]

Vardan wrote: "Greg wrote: "Sounds good Vardan. I, the Provocateur works for me."

Thanks for seconding, Greg! I think a nice little revolution in a dystopian society on a distant planet qualifies as a festivity :)"

That's hilarious, and I love it!

[Vardan]

Greg wrote: "Vardan wrote: "Greg wrote: "Sounds good Vardan. I, the Provocateur works for me."

Thanks for seconding, Greg! I think a nice little revolution in a dystopian society on a distant planet qualifies..."

Well, I do hope you will enjoy reading it half as much as I enjoyed writing it... viva la revolucion! :))) (and merry Christmas?)

[Kirstin, Moderator]

Thank you for your suggestions, I will have a poll out shortly.

[Kirstin, Moderator]

Remember, self nominated books are not allowed. Thank you for understanding.

[Bob]

I nominate Marsha Roberts' 'Confessions of an Instinctively Mutinous Baby Boomer and her Parable of the Tomato Plant' for best holiday book. Not only is it inspiring and uplifting, you'll feel like an old friend is across the table from you sharing her thoughts. This book really does make you feel good.

[Wanda]

Call Me, Mrs. Miracle - by Debbie Macomber