The holiday season is a time for many things – gifting, eating, sleeping and hunkering down with loved ones. Many of us can resonate then, with Andy Williams, who calls it “the most wonderful time of the year”.
With Winter Wonderland and other Christmas markets cancelled, it is easy to feel that this year’s event will be far less celebratory, and it is, of course, a more at-home affair.
But, there are many ways to get in the festive spirit besides streaming a film on Netflix. Our top suggestion? Get stuck into a good book.
Books won’t just get you in the spirit and bring a small slice of joy, they can also provide some solace from the frenzied pressures of the big day and allow you to take a moment to yourself.
Whether it’s a story to read to a little one or a classic enjoyed with a mulled wine in front of the fire, celebrate the festive period with these titles.
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