MISTLETOE MAGIC AND OTHER HOLIDAY TALES is about the wonder and excitement of the holiday season, as shown through the experiences of the characters in these eight stories.

Stories include:

Lucinda and the Christmas List – A young woman needs a dose of elf-magic to regain her Christmas spirit. (Originally published in Peripheral Visions and Other Stories)

The Snow Globe – An elderly woman, through a gift from her late husband, finds a way to fill her empty house and life. (Originally published in The Saturday Evening Post)

The Little Red Sock – Despite past disappointments, a little boy still believes that Santa will come.

Twelve Days Before Christmas – A harried mother of three learns that, despite a series of mishaps, the season is always better when shared with family. (Originally published in Bethlehem Writers Roundtable)

Christmas Present – A middle-aged woman is reminded that the best Christmas presents are those we give to others.

Charley Catches the Christmas Spirit – A seemingly straightforward case of credit card fraud leads to a surprising and heartwarming conclusion for the thief, the victim, and the team from Adams Investigation Service.

Holiday Reunion – A young woman realizes that even unexpected (and somewhat irritating) houseguests can make the holiday special.

Mistletoe Magic – The characters in these four interlinked vignettes find that a simple mistletoe decoration can lead to an outcome that is more than what was expected or hoped for.