Books to Inspire: December 2024
The Holiday
By Jane Green, Jennifer Coburn, and Liz Ireland
What better way to kick-off the holiday season than with feel-good, festive stories that transport you into the magic of the holidays! “The Holiday” is an entertaining and heartwarming anthology, combining three delightful holiday-themed novellas by well-known authors Jane Green, Jennifer Coburn, and Liz Ireland. Each of the three stories is filled with romance, humor, and the festive magic that defines the season, offering readers a collection of cozy and uplifting tales perfect for reading over your holiday.
Each novella brings its own unique flavor, yet they all share a common thread of love, laughter, and the spirit of togetherness.The strength of this anthology lies in its ability to offer variety while maintaining a cohesive holiday theme. Whether you’re in the mood for something reflective, humorous, or romantic, “The Holiday” has a story to suit every festive mood. It’s the ideal book to curl up with during the holidays, providing warmth and joy in equal measure.
Published by Penguin Books in 2012, a paperback copy of “The Holiday” can be found in the fiction section of the Neilson Hays Library.
A Little Bit of Magic
By Susan Bell Flavin
The book, “A Little Bit of Magic” by Susan Bell Flavin, is a beautiful story with lots of heart and charm. Although it is not an obvious holiday read, the message from the book embodies the true meaning of the holidays: to give thanks and express appreciation for those you love.
The book tells the story of Hazel, an elderly woman who lives in the little pink house. Whenever a child in the neighborhood was a bit hungry, sad, or a little forgotten, Hazel’s house was the place to be. If you were having a bad day, and no one else would understand, Hazel would make it better. The children in the neighborhood showed their appreciation by gifting Hazel artwork, which covered the walls of her home year round—pictures of snowmen, Santas with cotton beards, and paper snowflakes—reminding her of the magic that goes into each child’s artwork. Prepare yourself with some tissues before this heartwarming read.
Published by Top That! Publishing Ltd in January 2013. A paperback copy of “A Little Bit of Magic” can be found in the Children’s Corner of the library.
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