It’s that time of year again! From cozy mysteries and romance to a retelling of The Nutcracker, grab your hot chocolate and curl up with these delightful holiday reads.
Holiday Sleuthing:
Murder Under the Mistletoe: A Novel by Sherry Lynn
In a fresh new Maine-set holiday cozy, landscaper Kinsley Clark must root out a killer before she becomes the prime suspect.
Landscape artist and owner of SeaScapes, Kinsley Clark has been re-hired to decorate the town of Harborside for the upcoming holiday season and boat parade.
When local alderman Chris Chesterfield—dressed up as the Grinch, right down to the green face paint—falls off the pier and into the icy Atlantic the night of the annual kickoff event, the town is in shock. But all eyes turn to Kinsley and her beautiful decorations when it becomes evident that Chris didn’t fall after all—and that he was looking to replace SeaScapes with a different decorating team. Kinsley, along with bestie, Becca, and Pete, the owner of the Blue Lobstah, must unearth the truth before Kinsley takes the fall.
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The Twelve Books of Christmas: A Novel by Kate Carlisle
San Francisco book-restoration expert Brooklyn Wainwright and her hunky security-expert husband, Derek Stone, face a locked-room murder mystery during the holidays in Scotland.
In the middle of a wonderful Christmas holiday in Dharma, Brooklyn and Derek are invited to Loch Ness, Scotland to be witnesses at their friend’s wedding. While there, they are asked to help solve a little mystery that’s occurred in the castle library—twelve very rare, very important books have gone missing.
Once in Scotland, Brooklyn starts working on the mystery of the missing books. But when one of the guests is poisoned and another is killed by an arrow through the heart, Brooklyn and Derek must race to find a killer and a book thief before another murder occurs and their friends’ bright and happy future turns dark and deadly.
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Slashing Through the Snow: A Christmas Tree Farm Mystery by Jacqueline Frost
Maine innkeeper Holly White returns to sleuth another seasonal slaying in the third Christmas Tree Farm mystery from bestselling author Jacqueline Frost.
“Wholesome as the Christmas Tree Farm, with a little humor as a bow.”—Kirkus Reviews
“Like watching a Hallmark movie in your head.”—Cozy Mystery Book Reviews
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Paws to Remember: A Novel by Sofie Kelly
Librarian Kathleen Paulson and her enchanted felines get involved in a cold case that is putting people in very hot water in the newest installment of this New York Times bestselling series.
When a water leak repair results in a body being found behind the walls of the store run by the artists’ co-op that Kathleen’s friend, Maggie, is part of everyone is completely mystified as to whose body it is and who hid it there. But as the dust settles, her boyfriend, Detective Marcus Gordon, begins to suspect the body could belong to a young woman who disappeared more than thirty years ago.
When a friend with a connection to the young woman asks Kathleen to look into the circumstances around the disappearance, she and her cats—who have a special feline talent for catching felons—find themselves digging up secrets that at least one person in Mayville Heights would much prefer stay buried.
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Holiday Romance:
A Winter in New York: A Novel by Josie Silver
A young chef stumbles on a secret family recipe that might lead her to the love—and life—she’s been looking for in this stunning novel from the New York Times bestselling author of One Day in December.
“A tender, heartfelt read with the perfect blend of ingredients: New York, food, family, and romance!”—Sophie Cousens, New York Times bestselling author of This Time Next Year and Before I Do
“A unique and gorgeously written love story bursting with characters you’ll want to protect.”—Lizzie Damilola Blackburn, author of Yinka, Where Is Your Huzband?
Available in Hardcover, eBook, Audio, and Large Print Editions.
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The Christmas Orphans Club: A Novel by Becca Freeman
From bookfluencer and host of the Bad on Paper podcast, a riotous holiday rom-com about four friends in NYC who hold onto their unconventional Christmas tradition even when their paths diverge—but the changes they fear might be exactly what they need.
“Becca Freeman gives a much-needed update to classic holiday tales . . . It’s a whip-smart story of modern love, letting go, and growing up.”—Carley Fortune, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Meet Me at the Lake
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Also Available in Spanish: El Club de la Navidad
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Three Holidays and a Wedding: A Novel by Uzma Jalaluddin and Marissa Stapley
Three times the holiday magic. Three times the chaos.
“The most delightful holiday rom-com . . . A charming novel that explores love, happiness, and honesty with sweet and hilarious characters that will steal your heart. I devoured it!”—Jennifer Close, author of Marrying the Ketchups
“Perfectly charming and heartwarming, Three Holidays and a Wedding expertly wraps three holiday traditions, two tender romantic stories, and one warm loving family in a giant feel-good wintry hug . . . My favorite holiday romance ever!”—Sara Desai, author of The Dating Plan and To Have and to Heist
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Love, Holly: A Novel by Emily Stone
A young woman tries to heal a rift in her elderly pen pal’s family in time for Christmas, all while falling in love—and maybe even reuniting with her own family—in this dazzling romance from the author of Always, in December and One Last Gift.
“A gorgeous, festive, romantic read . . . highly recommend!”—Sophie Cousens, New York Times bestselling author of This Time Next Year and Before I Do
“This is a well-written, heartbreaking novel at times, that gets you emotionally involved. Make sure to have tissues handy.”—Red Carpet Crash
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The Christmas Café: A Novel by Eliza Evans
Jingle all the way to Silver Bells, Wyoming, where love is a treat!
“A sweetly cozy, wholesome journey of self-discovery . . . Stocking-stuffed with a sugary plot, a warm and caring hero and heroine, and scrumptious, absolutely drool-worthy festive baking, you’ll be yearning for Christmas no matter the season. The Christmas Cafe will bake your spirits bright!”—Lillie Vale, author of Wrapped with a Beau and The Decoy Girlfriend
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The Ex-Mas Holidays: A Novel by Zoe Allison
It’s hard to escape your ex when you’re working together over Christmas in the Scottish Highlands, but being stuck together might be the best possible present in this sparkling new contemporary romance.
“The Ex-Mas Holidays has all the Christmas trimmings: snowy ski slopes, sparkling lights, and family drama, not to mention all the hot cocoa you can drink!”—Amy E. Reichert, author of Once Upon a December
“Zoe Allison captures the magic of second chance romance with characters whose chemistry is undeniable and whose growth is endearing. Do yourself a favor and snuggle up with this book as the weather turns chilly.”—Denise Williams, author of Do You Take This Man
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Wrapped with a Beau: A Novel by Lillie Vale
In its heyday, Piney Peaks and its beloved Christmas house were made famous by Sleighbells under Starlight, a romantic holiday movie. Fifty years later, the small town is ready for a new love story.
“While this small-town enemies-to-lovers story has plenty of sugar, it was also loaded with enough spice to make me blush.”—Reader’s Digest
“Lillie Vale continues her streak of romances that tug on the heartstrings with this instant holiday classic I can’t wait to read again and again!”—Falon Ballard, author of Just My Type
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A December to Remember: A Novel by Jenny Bayliss
Three bickering half sisters. One unique antiques shop. The coziest holiday season of their lives.
“A memorable, moving, absolutely enchanting tale full of small town charm, sisterly drama, and eclectic characters that will have you wanting to visit Rowan Thorp for the Winter Solstice celebration! No one does holidays better than Jenny Bayliss!”—Amy E. Reichert, author of Once Upon a December
“A charming winter solstice treat with Love Actually vibes and a hint of bohemian magic.”—Abby Jimenez, author of Part of Your World
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The Christmas Wager: A Novel by Holly Cassidy
A delightful enemies-to-lovers holiday rom com set in the quaint mountain town of Maple Falls, Colorado, about a city girl and a small-town boy who compete in the town’s annual holiday games in order to win the right price for a charming, local Christmas shop, perfect for fans of The Hating Game and The Twelve Dates of Christmas.
“As delicious and comforting as a warm cup of cocoa with cinnamon, The Christmas Wager is sure to delight!”—Uzma Jalaluddin, author of Ayesha at Last and Hana Khan Carries On
“The perfect holiday romp full of laugh out loud shenanigans . . . in this swoon worthy Christmas romance that will warm the coldest of hearts.”—Jenn McKinlay, author of Wait for It and Summer Reading
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Snowball Unwrapped: A Novel by Kristen McKanagh
A fun and heartwarming addition to the series that’s “the perfect Christmas treat” (Booklist), set in a cozy Victorian inn and starring that adorable matchmaking cat, Snowball—for fans of Melinda Metz and Sandi Ward.
When Jocelyn Becker needs to take her sister’s place as host of TV’s Home & Hearth—filming at the Victorian inn and shops of Weber Haus—she needs to convince the world that she is Ilse, who can craft, cook, bake, sing, and skate.
Snowball, the inn’s official greeter, is also having double trouble. The show has its own feline star, a Snowball-lookalike named Angel who’s more of a devil in disguise. But the holidays are made for mistletoe kisses, crackling fires, cozy evenings, and of course, sweet Snowball shenanigans . . .
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A Holiday Romance for Teens:
Eight Dates and Nights: A Novel by Betsy Aldredge
Two teens with two very different ideas of how to spend Hanukkah learn to work together to save the last Jewish remnant in small town Texas in this cozy holiday romance.
“Fans of Hannah Reynolds and readers who like a little canoodling with their knishes will melt like grilled cheese on challah over this seasonal romance.”—Booklist
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A Retelling of a Holiday Favorite:
The Kingdom of Sweets: A Novel by Erika Johansen
*A LibraryReads Hall of Fame Pick*
This gloriously transportive reimagining of The Nutcracker tells the tale of twin sisters, divided by envy and magic, set against each another one fateful Christmas Eve.
“The Kingdom of Sweets is a deliciously dark fairy tale that transports one to a world of magic, fantasy and family intrigue. Erika Johansen has written one of the most wonderfully original novels I’ve ever read, a story so imaginative, so filled with dangerous beauty, that you will never forget it.”—Danielle Trussoni, New York Times bestselling author of The Puzzle Master
Available November 28th in Hardcover, eBook, and Audio Editions.
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Holiday Crafting:
Quick and Easy Christmas Gifts: 100 Little Projects to Make for the Festive Season by Search Press Studio
Christmas is a wonderful time of year for crafting! From imaginative handmade gifts to stunning, reusable decorations, this book contains 100 fabulous quick and easy makes for the festive season.
There’s something for everyone in this book, including knitting, crochet, papercraft, sewing, sugarcraft, cross stitch, polymer clay and needlepoint. Each craft has a handy techniques section to get you started, followed by a range of quick projects that include embroidered snowflake bunting, papercut Christmas cards, knitted Santa and Rudolph finger puppets, crocheted stars, and a sugar snowman.
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