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A tiny gnome summons ancient Yule magic to save a boy’s Christmas from a rogue scout elf. Get ready for a heartwarming holiday tale with a sprinkle of magic in "A Gnomish Christmas"! Meet Tip-Top, the tiniest and most festive gnome who absolutely adores Christmas—unlike his fellow gnomes, who can’t stand the holiday mess. Tip-Top prefers playing “Santa,” spending his days perched as a tree ornament and his nights joyfully giving gifts. His only friend? A charming house mouse. When the gnomes...
In Chapter 10 - "Santa," chaos ensues as the Gnomes and Tip-Top manage to capture Pepper the Elf, who is revealed to have been causing trouble in the house. However, when Santa arrives to assess the situation, he imparts a valuable lesson about the spirit of Christmas, and Tip-Top receives a special gift to emulate his hero, Santa, while the naughty parents are held accountable for their actions.
In Chapter 9 - "Trapped!" Tip-Top and the Gnomes initiate their mission, with half dedicated to cleaning and the other half planning to capture the Winterling Elf. However, as they work in silence and seclusion, they encounter unexpected challenges as the boy's family stirs, putting their secretive operation at risk.
In Chapter 8 - "Proper Naming," Tip-Top, House Mouse, and the Gnomes prepare for their mission to clean the house and deal with the Winterling Elf. With roles assigned and name established, they get ready for a secretive operation that will determine the fate of the family's Yuletide celebration, all under the Eldergnome's guidance.
In Chapter 7 of "One Toot Gnomesmoot," Tip-Top confronts his fletch, wrestling with the anxiety of being left behind and the belief that he hasn't been a good Gnome. With determination and a stirring rendition of an ancient Gnomish lullaby, he appeals to his fellow Gnomes for help in rescuing the family boy from the injustices wrought by the mischievous Elf.
In Chapter 6 of "A Snowy Search," as Christmas draws near, Tip-Top embarks on a quest to rally his fellow Gnomes to help the family boy and save Christmas.
In Chapter 5 of "A New Idea," Tip-Top, driven by a fierce sense of justice and a desire to help the family boy, devises a clever plan to tackle the unfairness in the household. With determination in his heart, Tip-Top is on a mission to change the fate of the boy and bring an end to the ceaseless note-taking of the Elf.
In the gripping Chapter 4 of "Injustice," a sense of unfairness looms over the household as the family boy inadvertently breaks some dishes. The Elf, determined to report every mishap, hovers menacingly, leading to a quiet yet powerful bond forming between Tip-Top and the boy.
In Chapter 3 of "The Elf," Tip-Top finds himself caught in an unexpected encounter with a disapproving Elf. As the Gnome continues his nightly escapades of playing Santa and enjoying the Christmas tree's enchantment, a silent but intense rivalry unfolds between him and the Elf.
In the enchanting Chapter 2 of "Tip-Top's Ride," Tip-Top, the tiny Gnome with a big heart for Christmas, embarks on a whimsical adventure within the cozy confines of the house. As the household sleeps, he stumbles upon a miniature sled ornament, sparking an idea for some festive fun. With a dash of Gnomish magic, he soars through the darkened house, experiencing a Christmas wonderland like no other.
In a world where Christmas traditions and ancient creatures collide, a forgotten fletch of Gnomes embarks on an adventure of their own. As Yulemess approaches, the Gnomes must navigate the chaos of holiday preparations and uphold their ancient duties, all while contending with the messiest visitor of all: Santa Claus. Join Tip-Top, an unusual Gnome with a unique perspective, as he and his loyal house mouse friend face the challenges of Yulemess in a heartwarming tale of tradition, friendship, and the magic of the holiday season.
Coming Thanksgiving 2023!In a world where Christmas traditions and ancient creatures collide, a forgotten fletch of Gnomes embarks on an adventure of their own. As Yulemess approaches, the Gnomes must brace the chaos of holiday preparations and uphold their ancient duties, all while contending with the messiest visitor of all: Santa Claus. But they reached their last straw of patience when the house mother insults their pride. They leave behind the family whose garden and Yuletide house plants they had been tending leaving one little gnome .Join Tip-Top, an unusual Gnome with a zeal for Christmas as he and his loyal house mouse friend face the challenges of Yulemess alone and contend with a rogue shelf elf to save a little boy’s Christmas..
Coming Thanksgiving 2023!In a world where Christmas traditions and ancient creatures collide, a forgotten fletch of Gnomes embarks on an adventure of their own. As Yulemess approaches, the Gnomes must brace the chaos of holiday preparations and uphold their ancient duties, all while contending with the messiest visitor of all: Santa Claus. But they reached their last straw of patience when the house mother insults their pride. They leave behind the family whose garden and Yuletide house plants they had been tending leaving one little gnome .Join Tip-Top, an unusual Gnome with a zeal for Christmas as he and his loyal house mouse friend face the challenges of Yulemess alone and contend with a rogue shelf elf to save a little boy’s Christmas..
Four short works about life and death"Briar Wood""Dignity for the Dead""Free Soon""Life at Ninety"And some more great music from Fesliyan Studios!
James, a thirty-something software wiz with a drinking problem, runs away to San Francisco to escape a tragedy in his home state of Oklahoma. In front of his favorite pub one night, a teenage girl with a nasty bruise on her face asks for a cigarette. He sees her several more times and gives her food and smokes. She appears to be living on the street, running away from abuse. Late one night, the frantic teen, Amy, shows up at his China Town apartment. Having nowhere else to go, she seeks shelter and protection from her abuser, who could show up at any time. They form an unlikely and complicated friendship.
This is a collection of somewhat nonsensical, silly flash fiction. "Losing Bob""Pumpkin Talk"“I’ve Watched. I KNOW”"Neighborly Etiquette""Accidental Cop"
Democracy is falling. Borders are closed. Tourism is limited to an elite few. Something’s gotta give.
James, a thirty-something software wiz with a drinking problem, runs away to San Francisco to escape a tragedy in his home state of Oklahoma. In front of his favorite pub one night, a teenage girl with a nasty bruise on her face asks for a cigarette. He sees her several more times and gives her food and smokes. She appears to be living on the street, running away from abuse. Late one night, the frantic teen, Amy, shows up at his China Town apartment. Having nowhere else to go, she seeks shelter and protection from her abuser, who could show up at any time. They form an unlikely and complicated friendship.Wilson-Burns’ moving and engaging novel brings to vivid life the struggling, lonely alcoholic, the precocious, street-wise teenager, and the sexually-charged complication of a would-be girlfriend, Kyra, as their lives become intertwined
Democracy is falling. Borders are closed. Tourism is limited to an elite few. Something’s gotta give.