Category: holiday

children, holiday

My First Night Before Christmas

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xmasAuthor: Clement C. Moore
Illustrator: Tom Newsom
Publisher: Piggy Toes Press
Genre: Children / Christmas
ISBN: 978-158117808-1
Pages: 12
Price: $9.95

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The magic of the holiday season is expressed so eloquently through Clement C. Moore’s classic poem, “The Night Before Christmas.” Children of many generations have grown up listening to it read on Christmas Eve, as they await Santa’s arrival. This book was obviously created with that magic in mind.

As a touch and feel and sparkle book, each page has a special decoration to enhance the illustrations. Santa has a soft and cuddly beard and a red satiny jacket. The children sleep with a quilted bed cover. And bright sparkles adorn the Christmas ornaments and Santa’s sleigh.

Solidly constructed with sturdy pages, this book is meant to last, for many enjoyable Christmas memories. My First Night Before Christmas would make a charming addition to any family holiday tradition.

Reviewer: Alice Berger

holiday, memoir

Christmas on Deery Street

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Author: Steven Roberts
Genre: Fiction
Publisher: Outskirts Press, Inc.
ISBN: 978-1-4327-1311-9
Pages: 90
Price: $12.95

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Christmas On Deery Street is a collection of short, cozy stories centered around the popular Christian holiday. Steven Roberts has neatly spun a collection of his father’s well-told tales into an entertaining and often inspiring book.

Each segment is a fictitious account, “with a small element of truth” according to Roberts, of life in the not-so-distant past. The reader learns about the hardships and miracles of life through the eyes of everyday folks during the magical time of the Christmas season.

“The Angel at Union Station” is one tale that seems almost too good to be true, but nonetheless, you believe it anyway. The reader has little choice because in this nutty world of ours, a dreamy story that firmly puts a smile on your face is a welcome respite.

Who would not want to read about an anxious soldier, away from home for several years, wondering if his girl still loves him after all this time? Of course we know how it turns out, but the charm is in the way Roberts tells the story. The magic and mystery are what make it all worthwhile.

“Magic Socks” and “Our Star” are two others that go well with a fire and a hot cup of tea on a cold night. And if you are sitting, reading next to your Christmas tree or not, you may find yourself happily reminiscing of your own favorite childhood memories or ones of your family or friends.

Christmas On Deery Street is a wonderful book for all ages that will delight the heart and warm the spirit. And you can get these good feelings reading them at Christmas or any old time of year.

Reviewer: Gene Berger

children, fantasy, holiday

Christine Kringle

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Author: Lynn Brittney
Publisher: BookSurge
Genre: Christmas
ISBN: 978-1-4196-7554-6
Pages: 178
Price: $13.99

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Kriss Kringle of the USA is in a bind. By ruling of the Yule Dynasty, the job of Christmas Gift Bringer can only be handed down from father to son, and he only has a daughter – fourteen year old Christine. So, at this year’s conference, Kriss plans to petition the Dynasty to change the rules.

But before the issue can be resolved, the little English town of Plinkbury bans Christmas. Christine and her two friends, Little K of Japan and Nick of England, are sent to Plinkbury to help avert disaster. Along with Nick’s mom, Zazu and her brother Egan, they take on the Town Council and attempt to change their decision.Chaos erupts, and the Council never knows what hit them.

Lynn Brittney has woven a charming blend of fantasy and humor, mixed with a little Christmas spirit. Christine Kringle is an enjoyable read for all ages, and guaranteed to start your holiday season off with a smile.

Update: Lynn Brittney has announced a contest! Come up with a synopsis of her next book, and you could win $5,000 USD. See website for details.

Reviewer: Alice Berger