Heartland. Poster of the 2007 TV series and cover of the 2000 book, Coming Home
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Coming Home
Lauren Brooke, 2000
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Dean Bennett, Grant Harvey, Chris Potter, T.W. Peacocke, Stefan Scaini, 2007-

Set in Alberta, Canada, this sweeping saga spans multiple generations, revolving around a resilient family as they navigate the ups and downs of life, supporting one another through moments of joy and adversity.


A Heartland Christmas. Poster of the 2010 movie and cover of the 2000 book, Coming Home
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Coming Home
Lauren Brooke, 2000
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Dean Bennett, 2010

To ensure the survival of emaciated horses in a secluded mountain region, Amy, Ty, Jack, and Tim make the selfless decision to forgo Christmas at Heartland. Through a bold and courageous rescue mission, they not only save the animals but also unite a community and a fractured family, long torn apart by a past tragedy.


Touch the Top of the World. Poster of the 2006 movie and cover of the 2002 book
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Touch the Top of the World
Erik Weihenmayer, 2002
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Peter Winther, 2006

This gripping tale portrays the determination and heroism of Erik Weihenmayer, a rock and ice climber who overcame insurmountable odds to become the first blind man to reach the top of Mount Everest. The story follows Erik’s journey from his time as a three-year-old boy diagnosed with a rare eye disease, through his childhood where his parents challenged him to live a normal life despite his limiting handicap.


The Christmas Blessing. Poster of the 2005 movie and cover of the 2003 book
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The Christmas Blessing
Donna VanLiere, 2003
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Karen Arthur, 2005

Nathan Andrews has grown up and is now a medical resident. When the young doctor loses a patient, he begins to rethink his career and moves back home with his father. Just as Nathan is settling in his world begins to crumble when the lives of the woman he loves and an innocent young boy are in crisis. Nathan finds himself questioning God, fate and the fragility of life, all the while hoping for a Christmas Miracle.


Carolina Moon. Poster of the 2007 movie and cover of the 2000 book
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Carolina Moon
Nora Roberts, 2000
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Stephen Tolkin, 2007

Young Tory Bodeen is blessed with clairvoyance. Her childhood best friend, Hope, is murdered and she leaves town. Years later she returns to open a retail store. Tory’s father, an abusive religious fanatic and ex-con remains the prime suspect in the unsolved murder. Her mother is a weak enabler, believing her husband is a good man, and that Tory is evil due to her paranormal abilities.