Given that Canada has the longest coastline in the world and its motto is "From Sea unto Sea," it is not surprising that virtually every Canadian writer has been inspired to write about some aspect of the sea at some point in their work. As this book shows, those watery passages are some of the very best writing the nation has produced. Journeying coast to coast to coast, from the picturesque and isolated Vancouver Island village of Ucluelet, through...

A collection of stories, poems, and cartoons for and about mothers celebrates all of the important things that mothers do for their children.

A collection of thirty-four poems, carols, and prose pieces about Christmas, by such authors as Walter de la Mare, Eleanor Farjeon, and Dylan Thomas.

"Make miracles happen for yourself and others. It's easy. Just open your mind and your heart. There are so many ways that you can help--and it turns out the biggest beneficiary may be you! Scientific studies have shown that "doing good" is not only good for the recipient of the good deed, but also for the person doing it, making that person happier and healthier. So dive into these 101 stories of kindness, from the everyday to the extraordinary. If...

This collection of 101 heartwarming and entertaining stories of holiday traditions, family, and goodwill will spread the wonder and joy of the holiday season. A great way to start the season.