It’s the most wonderful time of the year — and it just might be the most wonderful time for books as well! In addition to sharing a few of my can’t-miss sweet reads for the holiday season, I asked favorite book influencers to share what stories are making them feel merry and bright. From short stories to novellas to novels, there’s a perfect read no matter how time-crunched you feel — and these favorites make great gifts for everyone on your list. Happy holidays and, as always, happy reading.
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Kristy Woodson Harvey (@kristywharvey) recommends:
The Santa Suit by Mary Kay Andrews. We all know summer begins with MKA, but, this year, Christmas does too! Mary Kay Andrews brings her signature humor, heart and page-turning cadence to this feel-good book with a hint of mystery that proves that, sometimes, giving back to others is all it takes to heal a broken heart.
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Amor Actually by Priscilla Oliveras, Zoey Castile, Sabrina Sol, Mia Sosa, Diana Muñoz Stewart, Alexis Daria and Adriana Herrera. What could be better than seven bestselling Latina authors joining forces to create holiday happily-ever-afters? Not much I can think of! Read each story separately or devour this anthology all at once. Holiday magic guaranteed!
It’s a Wonderful Christmas by Julie Cantrell, Janyre Tromp, Lynne Gentry, Kelli Stuart, and Allison Pittman. Holiday movie lovers, rejoice! You can double your classic holiday viewing fun with these fresh takes on old favorites by five bestselling authors. A sweet treat for any time, these stories are destined to become feel-good classics.
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Cindy Burnett from @thoughtsfromapage recommends:
Once Upon a Wardrobe by Patti Callahan. In this beautiful book that takes place over the holidays, a sister seeks answers from C.S. Lewis to her brother’s questions about the meaning and origin of Narnia. Callahan’s magical book is a reflection on the importance of stories and community and why both matter so much.
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Tamara Welch from Traveling with T (@rockstar1023) recommends:
Christmas in Peachtree Bluff by Kristy Woodson Harvey. This book IS Christmas in a cup. It’s the marshmallow in the decadent hot chocolate. Perfect for Christmas fans and Hallmark movie lovers, getting the chance to catch up with the Murphy women and their lives was just the perfect thing to kick off the holiday season for me. Plus, I dare you to take one look at this adorable cover and NOT want to add it to your TBR list. We all know KWH can write summer stories that we love, but she writes Christmas stories just as well … and will leave your heart feeling very full.
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Suzanne Leopold from @SuzyApprovedBookReviews recommends:
The Secret of Snow by Viola Shipman. It isn’t the holidays without this beautiful read by Viola Shipman! I am now hoping for a novel from this author every year.
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Kristy Barrett from A Novel Bee recommends:
The Matzah Ball by Jean Meltzer: Get your ticket to the Matzah Ball. Your heart will melt faster than Frosty when you meet Rachel, the Jewish gal who carries a torch — or is it a menorah? — for all things Christmas. Trust the Queen Bee: give yourself this gift.
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