Stella Star

Sam is full of questions on his first trip to the seashore and his older sister has an answer for each one, except whether or not Sam will ever come into the water.

A magic star guides the way to safety and love for those with the courage to embrace it. Stella Maddox wakes in a remote cabin surrounded by strangers. And worse, she has no memory of who she is or how she arrived here—aside from following a mystery light in the shape of a star. When Warner Orion takes his family on a winter getaway, he never imagined a woman would crash Christmas morning. But with the snowfall the day prior, the mystery woman isn’t leaving anytime soon. As they make the most of the Christmas holiday and work to recover Stella’s memories, danger lurks on the mountain, and the clock’s ticking. Can Stella remember who she is in time to save the Orion family? From award-winning author CB Samet comes a delightful series of stand-alone novellas rich with romantic suspense, a touch of the supernatural, and a heart-warming happily-ever-afters. The Romancing the Spirit Series are clean romance tales that can be enjoyed in any order. *** “This novella has an interesting concept as well as developed and like-able characters. I did see some things coming but didn't mind as I enjoyed seeing how it would all play out. I liked the hope, support, connection, chemistry, family, belief, trust, honesty and love in this.” —Booksprout Reviewer "This was mysterious and sweet but also intriguing as I was sucked into what happened to Stella right along with the characters. Loved the location as I felt I was actually there.” --Mari (Mari Loves Books Blog) “This is a beautifully written, and entertaining story! I liked the mystery, the romance, and the family bond. The storyline is captivating, filled with action, and some paranormal twists. I enjoyed it. CB Samet never disappoints.” —Bookbub Reviewer

Born on the 17th of February 1971 in Perth, Western Australia. She teaches Yoga in the process of rehabilitating her own crippling case of double Rotoscoliois (abnormal rotating curvatures of the lumbar and thoracic spine). Karren’s passion has always been to read and write while experiencing the adventures of world travels for the purpose of furthering her Yogic knowledge. In 2009 she began to write her father’s biography which was completed days before he passed away in September 2011. It was intended that he would have the honour of giving family and friends a copy but instead Karren presented the copies at his funeral. The biography which is titled The 7 Footer Crays ‘n’ Crazy Tales has received high praise for its well written presentation of a wild man’s unusual life story. Karren has a life time of rich worldly experience to draw upon and intends to reach readers of different genres in different ways. Currently she is focussing on writing children’s books that are designed to remind children and their parents the ways in which we can bond through sharing our experiences and positive qualities. She is also a wife and mother to two very happy, well natured children who are the inspiration for furthering her topics in children’s writing.

Stella would rather be a graceful pig ballerina than what she really is, a dog no one seems to like, but on the night of her ballet recital Stella learns that it is better to be herself.

After losing a loved one, have you ever wondered if they're sending you signs from beyond the stars? Do you hope to see them or hear their voice just one more time? You're not alone. Meet Stella Grace. After enduring the loss of her loving father, moving in with her elderly aunt Hazel, and transferring to an eclectic school, Stella navigates her new life by finding magic in her trusted sketchbook. When an unlikely disaster happens, she finds herself in the Land of the Not Forgotten, where she's taken on the adventure of her dreams and her greatest wish comes true. Stella’s Stars is an inspiring tale of using the power of our imagination and discovering serendipitous messages from those we've loved and lost, reminding us even in the darkness, the stars will always sparkle.

Another adventure begins in this book in the Stella and Sam series as the pair explores the wonders of the natural world. A vast luminous sky, the sun, the stars and the rising moon form the backdrop for their nocturnal expedition. As they encounter raccoons, fireflies, tree frogs and bats, Sam wonders if the moon can swim, if the sun wears pajamas or if he can catch shooting stars with his butterfly net. Stella, as always, has an answer for every question. Marie-Louise Gay's whimsical prose and enchanting illustrations capture the joys of young children making their first discoveries of the world around them.

Stella’s parents are so proud. Her teacher wants her to be the star in the school play. So her parents take her shopping for new shoes and a new dress, get her hair cut at a fancy salon, and buy the best camera there is to take pictures during the show. After all, only the best will do for their star. After much anticipation, the adorable Stella wins the hearts of all audiences and makes her parents very proud in this charming story with a surprising finale.

Rachel and Kirsty help Stella the Star Fairy retrieve her magical Christmas ornaments from Jack Frost and his goblins.