A fiendish seasonal mystery in which Holmes and Watson must discover the connections between a series of Christmas-themed murders in London. For fans of Gareth Rubin's Holmes and Moriarty.In the week before Christmas, Dr Watson convinces Sherlock Holmes to accompany him gift shopping for Mrs Hudson. Unwilling to trail around lots of smaller establishments with the heaving seasonal crowds, Holmes insists they leave early and go to a single shop: Whiteley's, the capi...

A fiendish seasonal mystery in which Holmes and Watson must discover the connections between a series of Christmas-themed murders in London. For fans of Gareth Rubin’s Holmes and Moriarty.In the week before Christmas, Dr Watson convinces an unwilling Sherlock Holmes to accompany him into the centre of London to go shopping for a gift for Mrs Hudson. Unwilling to trail around lots of smaller establishments among the seasonal crowds, Holmes insists they leave early and go to only a s...

**Winner of the Booker PrizeWinner of 'Book of the Year' and 'Debut of the Year' at the British Book AwardsThe Million-Copy BestsellerA heart-wrenchingly moving novel set in Glasgow during the Thatcher years, Shuggie Bain tells the story of a boy's doomed attempt to save his proud, alcoholic mother from her addiction.**'An amazingly intimate, compassionate, gripping portrait of addiction, courage and love.' – The judges of the Booker Prize

The stunning new novel from the Booker Prize-winning, Sunday Times-bestselling author of SHUGGIE BAIN and YOUNG MUNGO.LONGLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE 2026SHORTLISTED FOR THE ORWELL PRIZE FOR FICTIONAN OPRAH'S BOOK CLUB PICK‘You finish the novel feeling emotionally enriched and slightly bereft at leaving its characters behind’ – The Sunday Times

The stunning new novel from the Booker Prize-winning, Sunday Times-bestselling author of SHUGGIE BAIN and YOUNG MUNGO.'This book is special' - Colm Tóibín'Passionate, liberating, and gorgeous' - Min Jin Lee'Brilliant and rare' - Ann Patchett'A masterpiece' - Elaine Feeney'A fierce, glorious sting of a novel'

e-artnow presents to you the greatest Christmas novels, magical Christmas tales, legends, most famous carols and the unique poetry of the giants of literature dedicated to this one and only holiday: The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) Silent Night The Night After Christmas The Child Born at Bethlehem The Adoration of the Shepherds The Visit of the Wise Men As J...

WINNER OF THE BOOKER PRIZENEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERFINALIST FOR THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARDA stunning debut novel by a masterful writer telling the heart-wrenching story of a young boy and his alcoholic mother, whose love is only matched by her pride.Shuggie Bain is the unforgettable story of young Hugh “Shuggie” Bain, a sweet and lonely boy who spends his 1980s childhood in run-down public housing in Glasgow, Sc...

In the enchanting collection, *The Santa's Great Treasure Chest: 450+ Christmas Novels, Tales, Carols & Legends,* readers are invited to embark on a literary journey through the multifaceted world of Christmas narratives. This anthology offers a kaleidoscope of stories, carols, and legends, skillfully encapsulating a range of emotions and experiences tied to the festive season. The compendium includes tales of joy, wonder, and reflection, with standout pieces that capture the essence of Ch...

"The Big Book of Christmas Novels, Stories, Myths & Carols" presents an unparalleled compendium of literary treasures, exploring the multifaceted themes of Christmas. From the timeless charm of myths to the poignant reflections in carols, this anthology offers a kaleidoscope of emotions and narratives. The collection spans diverse genres, blending heartwarming tales with thought-provoking narratives, creating an immersive tapestry that captures the essence of the festive season. With stand...

The Big Book of Christmas Novels, Stories, Myths & Carols surveys Christmas as sacred observance, domestic ritual, folk inheritance, and imaginative escape. Its capacious selection moves among realist fiction, fairy tale, ghost story, children's literature, lyric devotion, humorous sketches, legends, and carols, placing familiar seasonal narratives beside rarer transatlantic and European materials. Accounts of generosity, poverty, hospitality, wonder, memory, and moral renewal reveal how C...

The Santa's Library gathers more than 450 Christmas novels, tales, carols, poems, legends, and seasonal reflections into an expansive archive of festive literature. Its contents range from fairy tale, domestic realism, moral parable, detective fiction, adventure, devotional verse, and comic sketch to Gothic fantasy and folklore. Canonical narratives of Christmas transformation stand beside children's stories, regional portraits, hymns, and legends, revealing how the holiday has served as a...

The 'Big Book of Christmas Novels, Tales, Legends & Carols (Illustrated Edition)' is a sprawling anthology that captures the multifaceted spirit of Christmas through its rich tapestry of stories, poems, and legends. It encompasses an array of literary styles that range from the sentimentality of carols to the dramatic flair of holiday legends. This collection stands as a testament to the influence of Christmas on global literary traditions, intertwining the profound and the whimsical acros...