The Broken Ornament

The Broken Ornament
Author: Tony DiTerlizzi
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 48
Release: 2018-09-18
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1481479946

When a beloved ornament breaks, will it ruin the holidays or save them? New York Times bestselling author and Caldecott Honor–winning illustrator Tony DiTerlizzi offers a brand-new Christmas story that is sure to be a holiday classic. Jack wants this to be the best Christmas ever, and he knows just how to make it happen… More! More lights, more presents, more cookies, more treats. More. More. More! So, when Jack breaks a dusty old ornament, he’s not sure why his mom is so upset. They can always get more ornaments, so what’s the big deal? Turns out the ornament was an heirloom, precious for more reasons than one. And Jack has a lot to learn about the true meaning of Christmas. A fairy emerges from the shattered ornament. She has the power to make the most magical Christmasy things happen. Suddenly trees are sprouting, reindeer are flying, and snowmen are snowball fighting. All of it is so perfect, or it would be if she could fix Mom’s ornament. But she can’t. So it’s up to Jack to make some Christmas magic of his own.

Tinsel

Tinsel
Author: Sibéal Pounder
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 195
Release: 2020-10-29
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1526619253

_______________ DON'T MISS! An extra jolly bonus story inside! _______________ "I absolutely ADORED it! A really funny, clever, brilliant play on all the Christmas tropes. It just has to be made into a movie!" - Emma Carroll "Very sparkly storytelling and a lovely portrayal of friendship" - Hilary McKay "Joyful and hilarious. I loved every moment of it" - Stephanie Burgis _______________ What if somewhere along the way we've all got the Santa story a bit wrong...? Join Blanche Claus as she aims to deliver a Christmas gift to every child on Earth. With help from her best friend Rinki and an aspiring chef called Santa, it's a funny festive sleigh ride you'll never forget! From Sibéal Pounder, bestselling author of the Witch Wars and Bad Mermaids series, this tale of friendship and mince-pie feasts is the perfect book to curl up with this winter. Funny, feminist and with a huge heart, it's a gloriously Christmassy adventure that will delight even the biggest Grinch.

Cobweb Christmas

Cobweb Christmas
Author: Shirley Climo
Publisher: HarperCollins
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2001-10-02
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0060290331

All her life, Tante had heard tales about marvelous happenings on Christmas Eve. Animals might speak aloud. Bees might hum carols, or cocks crow at midnight. Tante wished she could witness a bit of Christmas magic, too. Everybody loves Christmas at Tante's. The old lady decorates a wonderful tree and makes certain to have something for all who come to visit, be it the nearby village children or the shy animals of the pine forest. The only creatures Tante overlooks are the spiders she has swept out of her cottage while cleaning. But the curious spiders want to come inside and see Tante's tree, too. When a midnight visitor lets them into the old lady's home, they unknowingly spin Tante the very gift she has longed for--a gift that has inspired the draping of tinsel on Christmas trees ever since. This Old World tale about the warmth and wonder of Christmas will leave children enchanted with the magical possibilities of the season.

Christmas in Tinsel Tree Village

Christmas in Tinsel Tree Village
Author: Viola Shipman
Publisher: Harlequin
Total Pages: 55
Release: 2021-09-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0369718739

Just in time for the holidays, a beautiful story about letting go of grief and discovering the healing power of love, from USA TODAY bestselling author Viola Shipman Neve Ford, once the queen of Christmas, no longer loves the holidays. While she once reveled in the magic of the first snow of the season and her collection of heirloom decorations, they now serve as reminders of the husband she lost too soon. With so many painful memories haunting her small Michigan hometown, Neve moved away and never looked back. Now working in Chicago, and a social media star thanks to her spectacular Christmas windows, Neve’s sole focus is creating crowd-drawing displays—and ignoring the pleading letters her grandmother continues to send from home. But then her job unexpectedly takes her back to Michigan to curate displays for a Christmas festival. An expert at avoiding her past, Neve plans to slip in and get gone…until word of her return leaks out. The walls Neve built around her heart may be strong, but with some unexpected help from the community, Neve will learn that she can’t outrun family bonds—or the promise of hope that only Christmas can give.

Tinsel and the Book of Christmas Magic

Tinsel and the Book of Christmas Magic
Author: Holt Clarke
Publisher:
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2015-10-26
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9780996979115

Illustrated in Color - A Santa origin story. Join Tinsel an enchanting Christmas angel, who takes Dash, a young boy back in time on a magical adventure to meet young Santa when he first learns to fly. Together they confront bullies, rescue abandoned children, and inspire a community to value imagination rather than judging through differentiation. Soar with Tinsel, Dash, and Santa on an unforgettable Christmas adventure that champions the Spirit of Christmas. If you liked Polar Express, you will LOVE Tinsel and the Book of Christmas Magic.

The Old Magic of Christmas

The Old Magic of Christmas
Author: Linda Raedisch
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
Total Pages: 314
Release: 2013
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 0738733342

'Tis the Season for Witches, Elves, and a Legion of Ghosts Not so very long ago, Yuletide was as much a chilling season of ghosts and witches as it was a festival of goodwill. In The Old Magic of Christmas, you'll rub elbows with veiled spirits, learn the true perils of elves, and discover a bestiary of enchanted creatures. Rife with the more frightful characters from folklore and the season's most petulant ghosts, this book takes you on a spooky sleigh ride from the silvered firs of a winter forest to the mirrored halls of the Snow Queen. Along the way, you'll discover how to bring the festivities into your home with cookie recipes and craft instructions, as well as tips for delving more deeply into your relationship with the unseen. Praise: "Steeped in history and adorned with a bit of enchantment, The Old Magic of Christmas is the perfect book to read by a winter's fire with a mug of mulled cider in hand."--Deborah Blake, author of The Witch's Broom "...[A] fascinating journey into the stories behind the tinsel and bows."--Doreen Shababy, author of The Wild & Weedy Apothecary "...[A]n intriguing little tome that explores the darker side of the Yuletide holiday."--Ellen Dugan, author of The Enchanted Cat

The Christmas Carrolls (The Christmas Carrolls, Book 1)

The Christmas Carrolls (The Christmas Carrolls, Book 1)
Author: Mel Taylor-Bessent
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2021-10-14
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0755503511

‘A Christmas book about kindness and cheer to make even Scrooge’s heart melt’ Dame Jacqueline Wilson Funny festive middle grade about the world's most Christmassy family from the founder of Authorfy, perfect for 8+ readers and fans of Matt Haig, Ben Miller, Sibeal Pounder’s Tinsel, and the Nativity! films

Beyond the Tinsel

Beyond the Tinsel
Author: Dan Schomer
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
Total Pages: 106
Release: 2021-05-13
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1666705764

Recall the experience of gathering in a festively decorated church sanctuary with a lighted candle in your hand, the sanctuary aglow in candlelight, singing the beloved Christmas hymn, "Silent Night, Holy Night." These short stories, originally presented by the author during church candlelight services, are intended to elicit the thoughts and emotions that are unique to Christmas Eve. While the stories are the product of the author's imagination, the author strives to be faithful to the story of Jesus' birth and its meaning as found in Scripture. This book is designed to be used for personal enjoyment, devotional reading, presentation at a worship service, and group study.

The Elf on the Shelf

The Elf on the Shelf
Author: Carol V. Aebersold
Publisher:
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2012-02-01
Genre: Christmas stories
ISBN: 9780984365173

The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition is an activity the entire family will enjoy. Based on the tradition Carol Aebersold began with her family in the 1970s, this cleverly rhymed children's book explains that Santa knows who is naughty and/or nice because he sends a scout elf to every home. During the holiday season, the elf watches children by day and reports to Santa each night. When children awake, the elf has returned from the North Pole and can be found hiding in a different location. This activity allows The Elf on the Shelf to become a delightful hide-and-seek game.

Christmas Magic: A Collection of Heartwarming Stories

Christmas Magic: A Collection of Heartwarming Stories
Author: Genalin Jimenez
Publisher: Genalin Jimenez
Total Pages: 193
Release:
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

In this enchanting collection of Christmas tales, readers are transported to a world where the holiday spirit brings magic and miracles to those who need it most. From a lonely old man finding companionship in an unexpected visitor to a family experiencing the joy of giving back to their community, each story is a testament to the power of love, kindness, and the true meaning of Christmas. Through snowy landscapes and twinkling lights, the characters in these heartwarming stories learn valuable lessons about compassion, forgiveness, and the importance of coming together during the most wonderful time of the year. Whether it's a little girl's wish for a white Christmas coming true or a lost puppy leading a lost soul back home, each tale is a reminder that the holiday season is a time for miracles big and small. This book is a celebration of the magic of Christmas and a reminder that, no matter how dark the world may seem, the light of the season can always shine through. Join these characters on their heartwarming journeys and let the spirit of Christmas fill your heart with joy and hope.