christmas fiction

"An African American boy and his family are getting ready for Christmas on Christmas Eve. He wonders what Santa really looks like, and finds out that he looks just like him"--OCLC.

A young elf heeds the advice of her grandmother and Mrs. Claus and finds a place for herself in the Christmas tradition.

"Santa's twin sister, Kristt?rn, awakens from her icy chamber to take back Christmas from the mysterious Kringle Corporation -- and get revenge".

Told in rhyming text, a group of excited children prepares for a special Christmas, spreading cheer as they decorate the tree and play in the snow with their friends while waiting for Santa.

"Invites the reader to take the Nice List Test, while avoiding mischievous Elf's naughty tricks, to prove Santa should bring Christmas presents to him or her"--Provided by publisher.

Peggy the pug's family has lost their festive spirit, and she'd do anything to make them happy again--including turn herself into a reindeer! She tries eating carrots and giving herself antlers and a glowing red nose, but nothing works--and the messes she makes only create more problems at home. Finally, Peggy decides that there's only one solution: go to the North Pole and ask Santa for help! Can one brave little pug save Christmas?.

"It's Santa's first Christmas, and he needs to find the perfect team to pull his sleigh so he can deliver gifts to children around the world. All sorts of animals answer his ad...But sloths are too slow, bunnies are a bit bouncy, and no one seems quite right for the job. Who can Santa turn to?"--.

"Clarice Bean loves Christmas, and she's determined to spread tidings of joy in every possible way. That means making cards to send the neighbors, no matter how unfriendly; assisting a friend in need; stepping in at the Christmas concert; and helping out at home. But as hard as Clarice tries to spread the good cheer, it becomes clear that this holiday season will look different for the Tuesday family. Maybe Clarice's creative problem-solving--and some surprise help--can inspire the Tuesdays to embrace the holiday mishaps and enjoy a day better than anyone imagined!"--Provided by publisher.

"A houseful of relatives turns 'Mrs. C.' and Santa's Christmas into a string of surprises, from the arrival of a pet polar bear to Cousin James B.'s flaming plum pudding"--OCLC.