Today's Featured Books

Set in Brooklyn, young widow Lillian Hapsey and her two sons, Tommy and Gabriel, are alone, unhappy, and plagued by financial concerns. Overshadowing everything is the war in Europe. Despite the setbacks, Lillian is determined to give her sons a happy Christmas. Can Lillian rekindle her girlhood love for the holiday season? "A nostalgic and hopeful holiday tale." ~Kirkus Reviews. 4.4 stars, 900+ ratings. From $1.99 - SHOP NOW / 

Join Misha the Travelling Puppy on a magical Christmas adventure in Lapland! From riding with reindeer to helping Santa in his toy workshop, Misha discovers the wonders of the midnight sun. When Santa’s sleigh is out of commission, Misha and her friends step in to deliver gifts to children worldwide, showing the true spirit of teamwork and friendship. This vibrant and heartwarming story introduces little ones to European Christmas traditions, festive vocabulary, and the joy of helping others, making it a holiday must-read! From $1.99. Free via KU - SHOP NOW / 

Curtis seems to have it all as a Las Vegas bartender—an easygoing, single life near the Strip and no one prying into his past. But for three months a year, he vanishes to the Arctic Circle to work as a part-time elf for Santa Claus, hiding from a tragedy that changed his life a decade ago. Now, with the anniversary of that terrible day looming, Santa himself is calling in a favor that will force Curtis to confront the very memories he’s spent years trying to escape. 4.5 stars, 84 ratings. From $7.99 - SHOP NOW / 

Santa is an alien, and Christmas is in crisis. Ben and the crew are one step closer to reuniting their orphaned Viraquin with her mother. All they need now is a little information. What better place to find it than on a friendly planet every Santa calls home? But when they arrive the planet is under attack. Santa’s deployment to Earth is in jeopardy and the consequences for missing his Christmas delivery go far beyond lost candy canes or unfilled stockings. 4.4 stars, 25 ratings. From $2.99 SHOP NOW / 

As a wedding planner, I’m all about creating magical moments, like the New Year’s Eve wedding I’m orchestrating in my hometown. But when the DJ bails, my only hope is Dylan—the childhood crush who broke my heart. As old wounds resurface and sparks fly, I’m torn between the pain of the past and the possibility that he’s truly changed. 4.3 stars, 88 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

At Mountain Top Resort, snowboarding rivals Ethan and Derek prepare for one final showdown to claim the title they’ve been battling over since childhood. But when an off-limits race leaves them stranded overnight, their rivalry shifts into an unexpected connection that challenges everything they thought they knew about themselves. Ethan, recovering from heartbreak, and Derek, grappling with family expectations and his own identity, must decide if their bond can survive beyond the slopes—or if fear and insecurity will keep them apart. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Five years ago, I left Rives, believing we were better off apart. Now, stranded together in a snowy Winter Wonderland, there’s no escaping the storm brewing between us—or the secrets buried beneath the snow. As sparks reignite and truths unravel, I discover the life-changing revelation of a child I never knew about. Trapped in a cozy lodge over Christmas, we must face the past and decide if we can weather this storm without tearing each other apart for good. 4.4 stars, 60 ratings. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

A whimsical holiday tale where a kindergarten party takes a magical twist as the candies refuse to be eaten! Chaos unfolds as these mischievous treats stage a hilarious escape, leaving the kids, teacher, and parents scrambling to keep up. Packed with humor, quirky characters, fun activity pages, and fascinating candy facts, this delightful story is a holiday treat for readers of all ages! 5.0 stars, 43 ratings. From $4.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Free online: Hudson Valley Writers Center Event. Join to hear from four recenlty published HVWC poetry students and two memoir students at the semi-annual HVWC Published Student Reading. Sunday, December 15, 4-5 PM ET.

“We write to taste life twice, in the moment and in retrospect.” ~Anaïs Nin

YA Urban Fantasy. Lucifer’s General has set his sights on her. How will she survive? As an introvert and talented athlete, Sophie just wants to get through high school without drawing attention to herself. But her plans for a normal life are shattered when an Angel reveals she's a Viator with incredible powers. Now she must learn to use them quickly because Lucifer's General, Damian, and his army of evil Malum are after her. 4.9 stars, 46 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

After the loss of her parents, Brynnan's life spirals into chaos as unexplained threats stir old fears and spark fresh anxieties about her safety. Her billionaire uncle enlists Jack McKerrick, a former special forces operative, to protect her. But as Jack uncovers Brynnan's painful past and realizes the danger she's in, the pair are thrust into a deadly fight linked to criminal activity, dodging bullets and racing to uncover the truth before it's too late. 4.5 stars, 200+ ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /