Literary Titan - Gold Star Award "A glittering anthology that'll make you wish Christmas was every day." Elizabeth Zender, Independent Book Review "A collection of Yuletide tales to put the readers in the mood for the holiday season. Each [story] effectively strikes upon timeless holiday values of togetherness, generosity, goodwill, and cheer. This collection...is perfect for fireside reading on a snowy night." - Kirkus Reviews "A delightful anthology, heartwarming, perfect for anyone who enjoys Christmas, making it ...
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Literary Titan - Gold Star Award "A glittering anthology that'll make you wish Christmas was every day." Elizabeth Zender, Independent Book Review "A collection of Yuletide tales to put the readers in the mood for the holiday season. Each [story] effectively strikes upon timeless holiday values of togetherness, generosity, goodwill, and cheer. This collection...is perfect for fireside reading on a snowy night." - Kirkus Reviews "A delightful anthology, heartwarming, perfect for anyone who enjoys Christmas, making it a great book to cozy up with on a winter's night. Five Stars!" Thomas Anderson for Literary Titan , Editor in Chief. "This anthology proves that nice stories don't have to be dull. Aptly named 12 New Christmas Stories , it comprises a dozen fresh tales presenting emotions and events associated with Christmases past and present...All (of the stories) are thought-provoking, short, easy to read, sweet, sad, and laugh-out-loud funny, with kindness and generosity as the prevailing themes...Quill says: If you want or need to have your heart warmed, treat yourself to 12 New Christmas Stories, any time of year-and pass the warmth around!" - Carolyn Haley for Feathered Quill "With each author's amazing gift of storytelling, readers learn just as much about the characters from the brief selections as they do from full-length novels. The narrators tell the stories as if they experienced every devastating, beautiful, and heartwarming detail." - Courtnee Turner Hoyle for Readers' Favorite Give your family a special gift this year-the gift of fresh inspiration true to the tenets of our beloved and familiar Christmas traditions. Gather your clan by the fireside, open this book, and add a new tradition to your Christmas celebration. Christmas is a time for family and traditions-the foods we eat, the songs we sing, and the stories we share. Within the covers of this book reside real and fictional families, both familiar and unfamiliar. What they all have in common is the Christmas Spirit-in spades. These are the kind of people you'd gleefully invite to share your dining room table on the most celebrated day of the Christian calendar. We, the authors of these stories, know the world spins faster and faster every day, and the holidays can be particularly hectic. That's why we chose these lovely stories that can be read in ten minutes or less. Hey, even a teenager can be coaxed from his or her phone for ten inspiring minutes, right?
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12 New Christmas Stories is a heartwarming and nostalgic collection of short stories, each offering a different perspective on the holiday season. Ranging from touching tales of family traditions to humorous fictional adventures, it�s a book that seeks to capture the essence of Christmas. Each author presents their own style, making it a delightful read for those who enjoy variety. You�ll find yourself drifting from the high deserts of New Mexico to cozy family living rooms, all while reflecting on the themes of love, kindness, and the magic of the season.
What I loved most was how relatable many of these stories were. Diane Kenel-Truelove's "The Magic of Santa�s Christmas Box" really pulled at my heartstrings. She took me back to my own childhood, reminding me of those magical moments when Christmas seemed larger than life and was filled with mystery and wonder. The story about receiving a box of books from Santa transported me back to the days when even the smallest gestures during the holidays felt magical. The emotions it stirred were incredibly powerful. There�s something so simple and beautiful about remembering how special Christmas felt as a child.
Terry Broxsonââ?¬â?¢s ââ?¬Å"The Christmas Tree,ââ?¬Â? stands out for its blend of whimsical fantasy and heartwarming tradition. The story is narrated through a conversation between the protagonist and his talking cat, Holly, who recounts a fascinating tale about the origin of their Christmas tree tradition in the Arapaho tribe. Broxson weaves humor into the narrative, especially in the playful dynamic between the cat and its owner, but the story also carries deeper themes of peace, unity, and the blending of cultures. The historical backdrop of Kit Carson and Native American customs, combined with the quirky cat's storytelling, gives this Christmas tale a unique charm that feels both magical and thoughtful.
On the other hand, Lee Allen Hillââ?¬â?¢s ââ?¬Å"JesÃ?ºs and Donkeyââ?¬Â? was lighthearted and fun but also had a deeper emotional core. This story about a boy in New Mexico trying to buy a turkey for his Christmas dinner was charming and felt like a love letter to simpler times. Hillââ?¬â?¢s writing paints vivid scenes and made me feel like I was alongside JesÃ?ºs and his quirky dog, Donkey. The playful humor between the characters and the unexpected turn with the mountain lion added a nice twist. It reminded me of those feel-good holiday movies that leave you smiling at the end.
Jay Squiresââ?¬â?¢ essay ââ?¬Å"Bring Back the Carolersââ?¬Â? hit me right in the nostalgia. The way he reminisces about the simple joy of carolers and homemade hot cocoa made me yearn for a time when the holidays felt more communal. His writing was almost poetic, bringing the past alive with such vivid detail. His words felt like a gentle nudge toward rekindling old-fashioned holiday spirit.
