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    'Twas the Season of Advent: Devotions and Stories for the Christmas Season
    'Twas the Season of Advent: Devotions and Stories for the Christmas Season
    'Twas the Season of Advent: Devotions and Stories for the Christmas Season
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    'Twas the Season of Advent: Devotions and Stories for the Christmas Season

    By Glenys Nellist

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    Celebrate the Advent season with a new family tradition with this beautiful and heartwarming collection of devotions and stories from beloved, bestselling author Glenys Nellist, told in the style of the classic ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas.  

    ‘Twas the Season of Advent is a 25-day devotional that will inspire your family as you eagerly await the arrival of Christ’s birth!  

    ‘Twas the season of Advent, when all through the earth, 
    People were pausing to ponder Christ’s birth. 
    The bright lights were hung ‘round the doorframes with care 
    In hopes that Christmastime soon would be there… 
    Prepare the way for the LORD. Isaiah 40:3  

    Written in both prose and poetry, ‘Twas the Season of Advent will engage children and adults alike and become a new holiday tradition for families everywhere! 

    From the bestselling author of the holiday favorites ‘Twas the Evening of Christmas and ‘Twas the Morning of Easter, ‘Twas the Season of Advent: 

    • Delivers prose and poetry that will appeal to all ages, especially 4-8 year-olds 
    • Brings Advent to life through 25 devotions featuring stories from the Old and New Testaments 
    • Features beautiful artwork by celebrated illustrator Elena Selivanova 
    • Serves as the perfect gift for the family as you prepare for the Christmas season 
    • Presents portions written in the familiar rhyme scheme of Clement C. Moore’s ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas 
    • Showcases a beautiful cover you’ll want to display on your coffee table all Advent and holiday season   

    Join Glenys and families around the world as you and your family wait, prepare for, and look forward to the arrival of God’s son, Jesus. 

    Look for additional inspirational children’s picture books from Glenys:

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherZondervan
    Release dateNov 2, 2021
    ISBN9780310734185
    'Twas the Season of Advent: Devotions and Stories for the Christmas Season
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    Glenys Nellist

    Glenys Nellist was born and raised in a little village in northern England. The author of multiple children's books including the bestselling ‘Twas the Evening of Christmas and the popular series Love Letters from God and Snuggle Time, her writing reflects a deep passion for helping children discover joy in the world. Glenys lives in Michigan with her husband, David. Learn more at GlenysNellist.com

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