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Angelic Intervention

Holidays with the Angels: Christmas Shopping with the Angels / Grandma and the Angels

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A collection of two new original short stories from author Debbie Macomber featuring the irrepressible angels, Shirley, Goodness and Mercy. First published in Macomber's Digital Magazine, these heartwarming stories are now available exclusively in this collection.

Christmas Shopping with the Angels

In this short story, you'll see returning characters from my Christmas novel, A Mrs. Miracle Christmas. Come enjoy more hilarious antics by our favorite angels Shirley, Goodness and Mercy. Our rogue angels’ pranks lighten the holiday season at Macy’s but can they answer a shopper’s prayers and yet avoid trouble from Gabriel?

Grandma and the Angels

Rachel and Sam, bored with being quarantined with their work-from-home parents, are disappointed to learn their beloved grandmother can’t afford the airfare to visit them for Christmas. Enter our favorite angels Shirley, Goodness and Mercy. What pranks at the airport will they use to answer this prayer without being seen?

26 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 8, 2022

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Debbie Macomber

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Debbie Macomber is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and one of today’s most popular writers with more than 200 million copies of her books in print worldwide. In her novels, Macomber brings to life compelling relationships that embrace family and enduring friendships, uplifting her readers with stories of connection and hope. Macomber’s novels have spent over 1,000 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list. Fifteen of these novels hit the number one spot.

In 2023, Macomber’s all-new hardcover publication includes Must Love Flowers (July). In addition to fiction, Macomber has also published three bestselling cookbooks, three adult coloring books, numerous inspirational and nonfiction works, and two acclaimed children’s books.

Celebrated as “the official storyteller of Christmas”, Macomber’s annual Christmas books are beloved and six have been crafted into original Hallmark Channel movies. Macomber is also the author of the bestselling Cedar Cove Series which the Hallmark Channel chose as the basis for its first dramatic scripted television series. Debuting in 2013, Debbie Macomber’s Cedar Cove was a ratings favorite for three seasons.

She serves on the Guideposts National Advisory Cabinet, is a YFC National Ambassador, and is World Vision’s international spokesperson for their Knit for Kids charity initiative. A devoted grandmother, Debbie and Wayne live in Port Orchard, Washington, the town which inspired the Cedar Cove series.

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58 reviews
November 21, 2022
good read

Really good short stories could of done with more as Shirley goodness and mercy get into mischief helping people and bringing wishes true
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2,093 reviews58 followers
December 19, 2022
Angels cause havoc

These three Angels were funny when they were causing trouble with the tree and escalators. They also did good by helping the man afford the bracelet.
386 reviews3 followers
December 30, 2022
A good book

I always enjoy these books. Debbie Jack her is a very good author . I will definitely read more of her books.
538 reviews1 follower
November 22, 2022
Always Cute Stories

I have read most of these angel stories that have been published and find them cute, funny, and enjoyable and these are no exception. This book is two such stories, and are a very quick read, about 30 minutes or so. The only thing I was really surprised about and a little disappointed in, was the typos in this offering. I found several that involved extra words inserted that should not be there, or the order of words were off. This made reading a bit more difficult than it should be. This is not the usual for this author and I would say that these stories need a better edit. Maybe this was done in haste since they are a reprint from previous works (although I had not read these previously). That is the reason for the 4 stars, not 5. Overall, I liked these simple stories, but was disappointed with the writing/edit errors.
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854 reviews3 followers
November 21, 2022
This book contained two wonderful short stories about three angels, Shirley. Goodness and Mercy. It’s such a joy to read about their antics as they try to handle their earthly assignments from Gabriel. They don’t always follow the heavenly rules, but they mean well. It’s been awhile, but I still get a smile on my face along with a few chuckles. Well done Debbie Macomber. Hope to read about them again soon.
580 reviews18 followers
November 9, 2022
The Angels

Holidays with the Angels: A Collection of Debbie Macomber Short Stories: Christmas Shopping with the Angels, Grandma and the Angels. I love reading any Christmas story. These were beautiful and funny at the same time. Christmas time is a time for magic to take place. These two stories definitely have magic.
1,596 reviews18 followers
November 10, 2022
“Holidays with the Angels” by Debbie Macomber
Shirley Goodness & Mercy – AGAIN !
I have yet to read a story with these three in it that was less than a perfect read for the soul. They always make me smile. Yes, I loved these two very short stories.
Note: This review expresses my honest opinion.
I read a kindle-unlimited loan edition.
133 reviews2 followers
November 15, 2022
I love Debbie Macomber's Books

I love Debbie Macomber's novels. She is a
n amazing author. I love the characters and her stories are magical. I love the Christmas stories. Shirley, Goodness and Mercy are just fun. I recommend this to anyone who loves Debbie Macomber, Christmas novels and fun.
181 reviews2 followers
November 28, 2022
Two sweet and comical Christmas Angel stories

In these two sweet stories about three somewhat mischievous Christmas angels, Shirley, Goodness and Mercy bring joy to humans. Not afraid to step a little off the perfect angel ways, these 3 makes things happen so prayers come true. A great light read for the holidays.
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424 reviews16 followers
December 9, 2022
We’ve all just survived the worst of the pandemic. Bruised. This book takes you back, but throws in a miracle. You will feel for the little girl whose heart hurts because she misses her friends and grandma, until three crazy angels who see earth as a crazy planet visit to spread some miracles and cheers.
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82 reviews2 followers
February 6, 2023
I fell in love with these angels during her longer novels with these three delights.


I'm glad to see that she added a novella to the collection. And the two short stories while they were short they were short sweet with a very touching message of Hope and who doesn't want a touching hopefulness during the holiday season.
19 reviews
November 9, 2022
Heaven sent!

Loved this book of Angel stories. Blessed my heart. Debbie did a great job as usual. Thanks for making it free to read! Merry Christmas Debbie! Love everything you right!
64 reviews
December 7, 2022
Angels Are Back

It has been a while since I did an Angel's story. I like Debbie Macomber's Angel stories. They are lighthearted and funny, as well as heartwarming. Enjoyed the short stories alot.
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72 reviews2 followers
December 10, 2022
Angels at Christmas

This is such a heart warming read. It's good for all ages. And Debbie Macomber never disappoints. I won't give anything away but I will say this ... Goodness, Mercy and Shirley are a pair that can't be unbroken.
79 reviews
December 15, 2022
Quick read

Didn't realize when I started to read that it was two short stories. Great read when you want to read and you're in a time crunch. I always enjoy stories with Shirley, Goodness and Mercy!
9 reviews
December 18, 2022
21st Century miracles !

Faith, love & joy will"Shirlely,follow Goodness & Mercy " all the days of their lives. Some rules are made to be "altered, even In the The Heavenly Realm.
A child's Faith restored.
5 reviews
January 1, 2023
God's Christmas Miracles

If you love Christmas and seeing people happy then you need to read this book about 3 angels and their adventures on earth at Christmas helping wishes come true. I highly recommend it!



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3 reviews
January 14, 2023
The Three Angels are alway s delight

Love reading Debbie’s stories with Shirley, Goodness and Mercy and how they manage to help people and the situations they get get themselves into.
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85 reviews
August 12, 2023
my favorite angels

Cute short stories. Nice way to get a Shirley, Goodness and Mercy fix. I remember being hooked the second I finished the first book. I could read about their antics every day.
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96 reviews
August 19, 2024
Super quick short Debbie story about Shirley, Mercy, and Goodness and their adventures answering prayer requests on their travels to Earth. I enjoyed it and was able to read it super quickly before bed.
3 reviews
November 8, 2022
Christmas Miracle

Cute reading !!! Miracles do happen !!! Short sweet story ,,love Debbie Macomber stories !!!!! Will recommend to Dr
riends.
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2,577 reviews5 followers
November 10, 2022
Nice Reads

This was two short reads. Shirley, Goodness and Mercy are three angels that can get into trouble the quickest. Looking forward to reading more books from Debbie Macomber
10 reviews
November 10, 2022
Great Christmas stories

Another great book from Debbie. Love the stories with the 3 angels.😇😇 keep up the great books. Merry Christmas, Debbie.
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982 reviews3 followers
November 11, 2022
Miracles

This author is one of the best to put a short story together that makes the reader happy. Thank you for the Christmas cheer.
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286 reviews13 followers
November 12, 2022
I loved the short stories in this book. Debbie Macomber is the best!
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4 reviews1 follower
November 12, 2022
Just Believe!

Delightful, imaginative fun quick read.
The story ended too soon. Look forward to reading upcoming future books.
The Angels characters was a nice change.
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1,024 reviews43 followers
November 13, 2022
I might have given this book four stars if the second story hadn’t taken place during the pandemic. It’s bad enough we all had to live through it, we don’t need it showing up in our books.
3 reviews
November 14, 2022
magical read

Love Debbie Macomber books and these short stories didn’t disappoint!!!
These 2 stories will put you in the Holiday mood!
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25 reviews
November 15, 2022
Truly special

This book was truly special. The Angels lent a heart warming Christmas atmosphere to the story of a miracle with a little humor thrown in!
14 reviews
November 16, 2022
Fun quick read!

Shirley, Goodness and Mercy are such funny characters! Their Shenanigans are always funny! The book is a quick relaxing read.
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