Allcroft, Britt

Thomas & friends deliver mix-ups and mischief as signals get crossed on the Island of Sodor. Thomas digs Marion out of a deep hole, while Timothy helps Bill and Ben with coal trouble. Toby gets his signals confused at Knapford Junction, as Duncan blows steam dealing with a grumpy passenger. Thomas, Annie, and Clarabel put on the brakes when a passenger causes confusion and delay.

Thomas and his friends are in holly, jolly Christmas spirits, ready to be Santa's engine helpers. Percy brings holiday fun to Reg at the scrap yard, while Duncan tries to overcome his bah humbug attitude. Thomas clears the snowy tracks so Connor can race passengers home in time for the holiday. James causes confusion and delay helping Duck get unstuck, as an old friend returns to Sodor bringing Percy the perfect gift.

Thomas discovers the magic railroad and the legendary golden engine, Lady.

Contains nine illustrated stories that feature adventures with Thomas and his friends on the Island of Sodor.

"Thomas tries to evade a swarm of bees that are following him because he's hauling a stock of flowers"--OCLC.

Thomas the Tank Engine tries to outrun some pesky bees that are following the flowers he's hauling"--Provided by the publisher.

"12 adventure-filled tales ... follow Thomas the Take Engine and his railway friends all around the Island of Sodor."--Back cover.

"It's Halloween on the Island of Sodor! Thomas has to get to the costume parade!"--Back cover.

Describes the many different items being carried in the freight cars Thomas the Tank Engine takes to the junction, as well as the live goods he brings back.