December in the Library: Sleigh Bells Ring!

by Debbie Adler

Christmas and books should be the closest friends. What is a better time to turn into beautiful words? And what is a better time to read books? The holiday season evokes strong emotions, nostalgia, warmth, and a sense of togetherness, creating a rich backdrop for storytelling and deep immersion in literary worlds.

“I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.” Charles Dickens, A Christmas Carol

Our library’s sleigh bells ring with so many wonderful holiday reading choices, including:

• Last Christmas in Paris (Gaynor) – An unforgettably romantic novel that spans four Christmases (1914-1918),  exploring the ruins of war, the strength of love, and the enduring hope of the Christmas season.
• The Deal of a Lifetime (Backman) – With humor and compassion, The Deal of a Lifetime reminds us that life is a fleeting gift, and our legacy rests in how we share that gift with others.
• Hercule Poirot’s Silent Night (Christie) – Can Hercule Poirot solve a baffling murder mystery in time for Christmas?
• Christmas Deliverance (Perry) – A courageous doctor and his apprentice fight to save London’s poor and discover that the hearts of men can be colder than a winter chill.
• Five Christmas Novels (Dickens) – Holiday classics: A Christmas Carol, The Chimes, The Cricket on the Hearth, The Battle of Life, and The Haunted Man.
• The 12 Topsy Turvy, Very Messy Days of Christmas (Patterson) – Move over, Dickens! America’s favorite storyteller has written a modern Christmas story for the ages.

If you have young readers visiting for the holidays, consider our Juvenile book selection to the right of the fireplace. You’ll find treasures such as The Joy of a Peanuts Christmas, Santa’s Sleigh Is On Its Way to Oregon, and more.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from all the library volunteers!

Special thanks to Phyllis Young, pictured at the display table, for sharing her creative decorating touches.