Explores the quiet moments of Christmas, such as searching for hidden presents, forgetting a line during a Christmas pageant, and listing for Santa's sleigh bells.

Enduring the mistakes and tragedies that have shaped their lives in contemporary Appalachia, a sheriff on the brink of retirement and a haunted park ranger confront violent forces when an elderly local is accused of poisoning a trout stream.

Although many people think Emile is shy, he is simply quiet on the outside while on the inside, his imagination is loud and wild.

A child lies quietly on the ground and waits for the animals to come near.

Illustrations and rhyming text depict the quiet wonder of God's creation.

"Shows how a child learns and practices mindful breathing on her own and experiences the beauty of silence"--