Blossom Travel is an orphan that is on a mission to uncover her family timeline. With missing parents, she strives to figure out what happened but stumbled upon a secret much bigger than what she thought. One change after another reveals more of the truth that maybe she never should have known in the first place.
Maple Springs, "a beauty spot on Lake Chautauqua," has proven to be "a beauty retirement spot" for Colin and Vonny O'Brien. The O'Briens have settled comfortably and are enjoying life at the lake with its beauty and serenity. Now it's summer #5 in The Springs for the O'Briens and the whole clan, both sides, three generations, are to reunite on July 4th. It's all Uncle Ray's fault; the prodigal son has returned. Ray McGill has been away for too long. Now a retired cop from Baltimore who was blinded on the job, he has amends to make and apologies to render. Ray plans to be in The Springs all summer long right next door to the O'Briens. How much more complicated could summer #5 be? Within days of Ray's arrival, a body washes ashore creating even more confusion within The Springs and also on the grounds at the venerable Chautauqua Institution which is a scant 2.2 miles across Lake Chautauqua. Could it be that Deputy Colin O'Brien will be called back to duty? Should Ray McGill become Colin's sidekick? Would Maple Springs still be able to offer R & R & R for summer #5?
"Elliot has a very creative imagination as he creates a Robot clone, Ellibot, of himself to spend time with his Aunt Maple. Elliot is afraid that if Aunt Maple comes over to babysit him, she will make him do all sorts of boring formal activities like have a proper dinner, adult conversation, watch Aunt Maple's shows, and live up to all of her social expectations. After sending Ellibot down the stairs to keep Aunt Maple busy, he starts to play in his room and becomes bored quickly. He sneaks downstairs to discover Aunt Maple and Ellibot are having great fun, not what he expected What will Elliot do? How will Aunt Maple Respond? In the end Elliot learns an important lesson. This is an adorable and creative story that explores the imagination of many young children. What child doesn't love making things out of their toys and scraps around the house? Children love robots and will thoroughly enjoy and relate to this book. The sensory description will challenge and entertain children of many ages. The delightful illustrations of Elliot and Ellibot go hand and hand with this light-hearted, fun-loving children's book." A review by Jennifer Benton, 5th Grade teacher at The Children's School of Rochester, # 15. "He tinkered. He erected. He snapped and he popped. The building blocks assembled."Elliot had a dilemma. Aunt Maple had arrived with babysitting intentions. There would be--social expectations Idle chatter. A long, drawn-out dinner. Everything on the television except Elliot's favorite channel. Elliot brainstormed. From the depths of the toy box, he collected everything he needed. He tinkered and erected. Elliot sent his invention on a mission to keep Aunt Maple busy. But Elliot soon discovers that a day to himself is not what he expected."There's a lot to love in this little book. Ellibot and Aunt Maple introduces new words to the young reader in the context of the story. With just a little help, a child will be reading and understanding big words such as dilemma, intentions, expectations, idle, chatter, brainstormed, assembled, invention, uninterrupted, skyscrapers, teetered, sprawled, imposter, and embarrassed. The illustrations are adorable and colorful, and Aunt Maple is pictured as cute and fun. And best of all, it turns out that Elliot is an inventor whose creation really comes to life After reading this story with you a few times, your own young reader will be able to read and understand many new big words that are fun to know and say. Your child may even be inspired to dream up their own invention to share with you -review by Ernestine B. Colombo, author of Returning Souls
"Elliot has a very creative imagination as he creates a Robot clone, Ellibot, of himself to spend time with his Aunt Maple. Elliot is afraid that if Aunt Maple comes over to babysit him, she will make him do all sorts of boring formal activities like having a proper dinner, adult conversation, watch Aunt Maple's shows, and live up to all of her social expectations. After sending Ellibot down the stairs to keep Aunt Maple busy, he starts to play in his room and becomes bored quickly. He sneaks downstairs to discover Aunt Maple and Ellibot are having great fun, not what he expected What will Elliot do? How will Aunt Maple Respond? In the end, Elliot learns an important lesson. This is an adorable and creative story that explores the imagination of many young children. What child doesn't love making things out of their toys and scraps around the house? Children love robots and will thoroughly enjoy and relate to this book. The sensory description will challenge and entertain children of many ages. The delightful illustrations of Elliot and Ellibot go hand and hand with this light-hearted, fun-loving children's book." A review by Jennifer Benton, 5th Grade teacher at The Children's School of Rochester, # 15."He tinkered. He erected. He snapped and he popped. The building blocks assembled."Elliot had a dilemma. Aunt Maple had arrived with babysitting intentions. There would be--social expectations Idle chatter. A long, drawn-out dinner. Everything on the television except Elliot's favorite channel. Elliot brainstormed. From the depths of the toy box, he collected everything he needed. He tinkered and erected. Elliot sent his invention on a mission to keep Aunt Maple busy. But Elliot soon discovers that a day to himself is not what he expected."There's a lot to love in this little book. Ellibot and Aunt Maple introduces new words to the young reader in the context of the story. With just a little help, a child will be reading and understanding big words such as dilemma, intentions, expectations, idle, chatter, brainstormed, assembled, invention, uninterrupted, skyscrapers, teetered, sprawled, imposter, and embarrassed. The illustrations are adorable and colorful, and Aunt Maple is pictured as cute and fun. And best of all, it turns out that Elliot is an inventor whose creation really comes to life After reading this story with you a few times, your own young reader will be able to read and understand many new big words that are fun to know and say. Your child may even be inspired to dream up their own invention to share with you -review by Ernestine B. Colombo, author of Returning Souls"In this touching and inventive story, Elliot does what any self-respecting boy would do when he sees Aunt Maple coming up the sidewalk to babysit. He dives into his toy box, pulls out odds and ends, and builds another boy to spend the day with Aunt Maple in his place: Ellibot He throws the robot down the stairs to Aunt Maple without a second look. This lovely story plays upon the fact that children are not always comfortable around older relatives. But Aunt Maple surprises Elliot." --A review by Ernestine B. Colombo, author of Returning Souls"This is an adorable and creative story that explores the imagination of many young children. What child doesn't love making things out of their toys and scraps around the house? Children love robots and will thoroughly enjoy and relate to this book. The sensory description will challenge and entertain children of many ages. The delightful illustrations of Elliot and Ellibot go hand and hand with this light-hearted, fun-loving children's book." --A review by Jennifer Benton, 5th Grade teacher at The Children's School of Rochester, NY # 15.
Excited for a fresh new start, Hillary Altman is about to begin her first semester of graduate school at small New England college. Ever the procrastinator, Hillary waits to the last minute to find housing. But fate smiles upon her, when she takes a room in a picturesque Victorian home, run as a boarding house. But Hillary quickly finds, that all is not as it seems at The House on Maple Street...
Ring Around the Maple is about the condition of children in Canada from roughly 1850 to 2000, a time during which “the modern” increasingly disrupted traditional ways. Authors Cynthia R. Comacchio and Neil Sutherland trace the lives of children over this “long century” with a view to synthesizing the rich interdisciplinary, often multi-disciplinary, literature that has emerged since the 1970s. Integrated into this synthesis is the authors’ new research into many, often seemingly disparate, archival and published primary sources. Emphasizing how “the child” and childhood are sociohistoric constructs, and employing age analytically and relationally, they discuss the constants and the variants in their historic dimensions. While childhood tangibly modernized during these years, it remained a far from universal experience due to identifiers of race, gender, culture, region, and intergenerational adaptations that characterize the process of growing up.This work highlights children’s perspectives through close, critical, “against the grain” readings of diaries, correspondence, memoirs, interviews, oral histories and autobiographies, many buried in obscure archives. It is the only extant historical discussion of Canadian children that interweaves the experiences of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit children with those of children from a number of settler groups.Ring Around the Maple makes use of photographs, catalogues, advertisements, government publications, musical recordings, radio shows, television shows, material goods, documentary and feature films, and other such visual and aural testimony. Much of this evidence has not to date been used as historical testimony to uncover the lives of ordinary children. This book is generously illustrated with photographs and ephemera carefully selected to reflect children’s lives, conditions, interests, and obligations. It will be of special interest to historians and social scientists interested in children and the culture of childhood, but will also appeal to readers who enjoy the "little stories" that together make up our collective history, especially when those are told by the children who lived them.
Widowed senior Heidi Allen knows all about ageism. When she takes up pickleball in her seventies, she is an easy target for the hotshot younger players. Undeterred, she sticks with it, hoping to find a dashing partner and a new lease on life. The game also provides an escape from the grip of her high maintenance mother, a Holocaust survivor nearing her final days. Ever the perfectionist, Heidi hires the local pro to improve her game. But one summer night during a coaching session, Heidi and a pickleball friend are drawn into a toxic court encounter. As Heidi reckons with her dying mother's past, she must also contend with the catastrophic fallout from that one explosive incident.Expect the unexpected when the Holocaust meets pickleball at the courts on Maple Drive.
This utterly addictive new novel from bestselling author Holly Martin will make you smile until your cheeks hurt, sob tears of pure joy and fall head over heels in love with a totally unforgettable romance... Isla Rosewood is creating a new life for herself and her sweet nephew Elliot in their cosy, yellow-brick family cottage, brimming with special memories. Living in Sandcastle Bay was never part of Isla's plan but, after her brother Matthew's tragic accident, her whole world changed as she unexpectedly became a mother to the little boy she adores so much. Leo Jackson was always known as Matthew's fun-loving and wild best friend. But now Matthew is gone, it's time to put his colourful past behind him. His role as Elliot's godfather is the most important thing to him. And even though Leo and Isla are two very different people, they both want to give Elliot the childhood he deserves. As the three of them enjoy time together watching fireworks, baking cakes and collecting conkers, Isla begins to see a softer side to charming Leo, with his twinkling eyes and mischievous sense of humour. And, despite herself, she begins to fall for him. But does Leo feel the same way? Isla knows their situation is complicated but is it too complicated for true love... or will the year end with a happy new beginning for them all? A glorious, feel-good romance that will make you want to snuggle up under a warm blanket with a hot chocolate and the one you love. If you enjoy reading Sarah Morgan, Jenny Oliver and Lucy Diamond this book is for you. What readers are saying about Coming Home to Maple Cottage: 'A fabulous book... If you're looking for a book that will make your heart beat faster... this is it If you want a book where you can lose yourself for a couple of days... this is it ... I honestly don't know what else to say about this book apart from "read it now" Highly recommended without any hesitation 5++++++ stars ' Stardust Book Reviews, 5 stars '5 stars. Such a gorgeous story... will have you smiling, laughing and crying, so prepare for an emotional ride... I can't get enough.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'Simply brilliant and just couldn't put it down at all... Every page brought a new twist and turn and you wanted to keep reading to see what happened... It's full of heartbreak and romance and laughter... worth far more than five stars and can't recommend it enough.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'This is the book that I have been waiting for... I found myself welling up with tears... I was enchanted by this book from the moment I started reading it, and read it in two sittings... A beautifully told story that I really wish didn't end... If you are looking for a wonderfully romantic story, with fabulous chemistry, clear bonds of friendship and love and a fabulous cast of recurring characters, then this is the book / series for you ' Rachel's Random Reads, 5 stars
Do you need the perfect recipe to get the most flavor and satisfaction from your maple syrup? Here are some traditional recipes and family favorites, selected to highlight the delicious flavor and hearty sweetness of maple syrup. Learn Cooking Conversion Tips to help you use the correct amount of maple syrup to replace sugar or honey, and to adjust the cooking times in your favorite recipes. Enjoy Breakfast Recipes for perfect Pancakes, foolproof Waffles, Baked Oatmeal, Stovetop Granola, a variety of Muffins, and more. Try Delightful Maple Desserts such as Maple Walnut Pie, ethnic recipes like Flan and Baklava adapted for maple syrup, the tasty pairing of maple with rhubarb and pumpkin, and Carrot Cake and Gingerbread topped with lovely Maple Cream Cheese Frosting and Lemon Maple Sauce, plus others.
Adorable and sweet Little Miss Maple has been inspired by the teacher to think big, she has taken it serious. She simply wants to change the world with her big way of thinking and big bright ideas, but lately that's all she seems to think about. Day or night, Little Miss Maple, daydreams about the future until, she's given something new to think about that helps her to put everything in focus. Little Miss Maple, thinks big is a cute story that encourages kids of all ages to be their best, but to still enjoy life no matter their age.
In "The Mirthful Maple," nature's exuberance unfolds through vivid verses that dance like leaves in the wind. Each poem captures the laughter of trees swaying under the sun, depicting the joyous interplay between the seasons and the human spirit. With rich imagery and heartfelt reflections, the collection invites readers to embrace the simple pleasures of life, mirroring the vibrant hues of autumn and the gentle whispers of spring. Through the lens of the maple tree, the poems explore themes of resilience, renewal, and the timeless connection between nature and emotion, making this book a poignant celebration of life's fleeting yet beautiful moments.
In "The Mirthful Maple," nature's exuberance unfolds through vivid verses that dance like leaves in the wind. Each poem captures the laughter of trees swaying under the sun, depicting the joyous interplay between the seasons and the human spirit. With rich imagery and heartfelt reflections, the collection invites readers to embrace the simple pleasures of life, mirroring the vibrant hues of autumn and the gentle whispers of spring. Through the lens of the maple tree, the poems explore themes of resilience, renewal, and the timeless connection between nature and emotion, making this book a poignant celebration of life's fleeting yet beautiful moments.
Escape to the magical Maple Tree Lodge in Alison Sherlock’s BRAND NEW cosy romance series, set in the beautiful Cotswolds ????'A lovely story of finding yourself and discovering what home means. I couldn’t stop turning the pages. Loved it.' Jessica Redland ??????????A family and hotel in desperate need of help…Maple Tree Lodge Hotel has been home to the Jackson family for over a century. Following the sudden loss of his father, architect Ben Jackson discovers the hotel is close to financial ruin and if the hotel is to survive and his family are to keep a roof over their heads, tough decisions need to be made.With the hotel in urgent need of a renovation, Ben’s sister enlists the talents of cash strapped, best friend and interior designer Lily Watson. Lily jumps at the chance to showcase her talents and to prove to herself and her high-achieving parents that she can carve herself a successful career doing what she loves.However, Lily’s vision for a cosy, country Cotswolds hotel is the complete opposite to what Ben has in mind for a minimalistic, modern makeover and fireworks ensue!Can they work together to save Maple Tree Lodge? Can Lily help Ben and his family find a future together? And can Ben show Lily that there's more to life than work?As autumn begins to weave its magic spell, perhaps Lily will discover somewhere to finally call home and find a reason to stay ...If you love this try Alison's Railway Lane and Riverside Lane SeriesPraise for Alison Sherlock:'A gorgeous, heartwarming read! I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Maple Tree Lodge and meeting the wonderful cast of characters. Already looking forward to the next book in the series!’ ?????????' - Jill Steeples'Glorious escapism. Uplifting, heartwarming and joyful. Alison Sherlock writes with a warmth and lightness of touch' Kerry Fisher’The story is lovely. All characters were facing challenges and trying to cope with change. They were good, honorable, relatable, and I was immediately invested in their happiness.' ?????????? Reader Review’A great feel good read, great characters, good storyline and set in a fabulous location. Loved it.’ ?????????? Reader Review’I love Alison Sherlock's writing style, her way with words and just lovely stories. A wonderful story to read curled up by a fire!’ ?????????? Reader Review’This book was such a charming read.’ ?????????? Reader Review’This is a solid 5 out of 5 starts for me and a book I will happily reread in the future to revisit these characters. I could not stop smiling when I finished this book.’ ?????????? Reader Review’I loved everything about it!’ ?????????? Reader Review'This was such a lovely read to snuggle up with over the weekend. The characters and setting were adorable and I really didn't want the story to end.' ?????????? Reader Review
Escape to the magical Maple Tree Lodge in Alison Sherlock’s BRAND NEW cosy romance series, set in the beautiful Cotswolds ????'A lovely story of finding yourself and discovering what home means. I couldn’t stop turning the pages. Loved it.' Jessica Redland ??????????A family and hotel in desperate need of help…Maple Tree Lodge Hotel has been home to the Jackson family for over a century. Following the sudden loss of his father, architect Ben Jackson discovers the hotel is close to financial ruin and if the hotel is to survive and his family are to keep a roof over their heads, tough decisions need to be made.With the hotel in urgent need of a renovation, Ben’s sister enlists the talents of cash strapped, best friend and interior designer Lily Watson. Lily jumps at the chance to showcase her talents and to prove to herself and her high-achieving parents that she can carve herself a successful career doing what she loves.However, Lily’s vision for a cosy, country Cotswolds hotel is the complete opposite to what Ben has in mind for a minimalistic, modern makeover and fireworks ensue!Can they work together to save Maple Tree Lodge? Can Lily help Ben and his family find a future together? And can Ben show Lily that there's more to life than work?As autumn begins to weave its magic spell, perhaps Lily will discover somewhere to finally call home and find a reason to stay ...If you love this try Alison's Railway Lane and Riverside Lane SeriesPraise for Alison Sherlock:'Glorious escapism. Uplifting, heartwarming and joyful. Alison Sherlock writes with a warmth and lightness of touch' Kerry Fisher’The story is lovely. All characters were facing challenges and trying to cope with change. They were good, honorable, relatable, and I was immediately invested in their happiness.' ?????????? Reader Review’A great feel good read, great characters, good storyline and set in a fabulous location. Loved it.’ ?????????? Reader Review’I love Alison Sherlock's writing style, her way with words and just lovely stories. A wonderful story to read curled up by a fire!’ ?????????? Reader Review’This book was such a charming read.’ ?????????? Reader Review’This is a solid 5 out of 5 starts for me and a book I will happily reread in the future to revisit these characters. I could not stop smiling when I finished this book.’ ?????????? Reader Review’I loved everything about it!’ ?????????? Reader Review'This was such a lovely read to snuggle up with over the weekend. The characters and setting were adorable and I really didn't want the story to end.' ?????????? Reader Review
Escape to the magical Maple Tree Lodge in Alison Sherlock’s BRAND NEW cosy romance series, set in the beautiful Cotswolds ????'A lovely story of finding yourself and discovering what home means. I couldn’t stop turning the pages. Loved it.' Jessica Redland ??????????A family and hotel in desperate need of help…Maple Tree Lodge Hotel has been home to the Jackson family for over a century. Following the sudden loss of his father, architect Ben Jackson discovers the hotel is close to financial ruin and if the hotel is to survive and his family are to keep a roof over their heads, tough decisions need to be made.With the hotel in urgent need of a renovation, Ben’s sister enlists the talents of cash strapped, best friend and interior designer Lily Watson. Lily jumps at the chance to showcase her talents and to prove to herself and her high-achieving parents that she can carve herself a successful career doing what she loves.However, Lily’s vision for a cosy, country Cotswolds hotel is the complete opposite to what Ben has in mind for a minimalistic, modern makeover and fireworks ensue!Can they work together to save Maple Tree Lodge? Can Lily help Ben and his family find a future together? And can Ben show Lily that there's more to life than work?As autumn begins to weave its magic spell, perhaps Lily will discover somewhere to finally call home and find a reason to stay ...If you love this try Alison's Railway Lane and Riverside Lane SeriesPraise for Alison Sherlock:'A gorgeous, heartwarming read! I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Maple Tree Lodge and meeting the wonderful cast of characters. Already looking forward to the next book in the series!’ ?????????' - Jill Steeples'Glorious escapism. Uplifting, heartwarming and joyful. Alison Sherlock writes with a warmth and lightness of touch' Kerry Fisher’The story is lovely. All characters were facing challenges and trying to cope with change. They were good, honorable, relatable, and I was immediately invested in their happiness.' ?????????? Reader Review’A great feel good read, great characters, good storyline and set in a fabulous location. Loved it.’ ?????????? Reader Review’I love Alison Sherlock's writing style, her way with words and just lovely stories. A wonderful story to read curled up by a fire!’ ?????????? Reader Review’This book was such a charming read.’ ?????????? Reader Review’This is a solid 5 out of 5 starts for me and a book I will happily reread in the future to revisit these characters. I could not stop smiling when I finished this book.’ ?????????? Reader Review’I loved everything about it!’ ?????????? Reader Review'This was such a lovely read to snuggle up with over the weekend. The characters and setting were adorable and I really didn't want the story to end.' ?????????? Reader Review
Dai redivivi diari di Edward D. Malone, reporter della Daily Gazette, si apprendono nuovi particolari sul secondo viaggio sull'altopiano di Maple White, in Amazzonia, la cui prima parte aveva gia formato quel resoconto fantastico che e conosciuto come Il Mondo Perduto, scritto nominalmente da Sir Arthur Conan Doyle nel 1912, ma che recentemente parte della critica ha attribuito a Edward D. Malone. Questo secondo viaggio cade esattamente due anni dopo e vede coinvolti, oltre al giovane cronista e giocatore di rugby, anche Lord John Roxton, cacciatore di fama mondiale e l'entomologo dottor Peter Stapleton, che pero si unisce al viaggio con finalita misteriose.
