Staff Picks: Holiday Books
Do you need help picking a book to read during the holidays? We have some suggestions.
Click on the list below to view our suggestions in our catalog.
“A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens
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| “It’s the only Dickens story I like. My son and I read it together every Christmas Eve.” – Clara Gerner, adult/teen services librarian, Cold Spring Branch |
“Visions of Sugar Plums” by Janet Evanovich
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| “A great, quick read for the holidays.” – Amy Carroll, adult/teen services programmer, Cold Spring Branch |
“Silver Packages” by Cynthia Rylant
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| “Christmas isn’t always about getting what you want. A heartwarming read for all ages.” – Tammy Clines, information services, Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch |
“How the Grinch Stole Christmas” by Dr. Seuss
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| “I love the story, and the children have such a fun time listening to it. It’s a Christmas classic.” – Brittany Parr, children’s services programmer, Cold Spring Branch |
“The Christmas Cat” by Efner Tudor Holmes
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| “Youngsters in your life will request it again and again, especially if they are animal lovers. The book is beautifully illustrated by the late Tasha Tudor.” – Janet Arno, adult programming coordinator |
“Festive in Death” by J.D. Robb
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“Lieutenant Eve Dallas tries to solve a brutal murder before Christmas.” |
“A Redbird Christmas” by Fannie Flagg
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“I love anything by Fannie Flagg, but this books is so sweet. Loved it!” |
“The Snowman” by Raymond Briggs
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| “A wordless picture book that tells its story entirely with beautiful illustrations. It’s sure to warm the heart on a cold winter’s day!” – Sarah Geisler, collection services librarian |
“The Biggest Smallest Christmas Present”
by Harriet Muncaster
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“This picture book about the smallest girl in the world and her BIG presents instantly became a favorite of my two granddaughters when I read it to them last Christmas.” |
“Hogfather” by Terry Pratchett
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| “When an assassin kidnaps Father Christmas (or Hogfather), only the Grim Reaper can save him.” – Michael Gregory, collection services coordinator |
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