Overall, this was incredibly enjoyable and I would not have minded if this was a fully fledged novel - however, it did work perfectly well in novella format!

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Enchanted Christmas at Westonbirt National Arboretum (Paul Box) 1. Enchanted Christmas at Westonbirt National Arboretum, Gloucestershire The father of modern fantasy might not be the first author that springs to mind when you think about the cheery Christmas books niche. But Tolkien deserves a place on the mantle with Letters from Father Christmas: a gorgeous collection of the notes that Tolkien (ahem, we mean “Father Christmas”) sent to his kids every Christmas. In early June it’s not too late to turn your mind to balmy days of summer, spent overseas. If you book almost three months before the long weekend, flights were found to be 8% cheaper on average than at any other time. When to book for ChristmasEighty years later, Rudolph is one of the most beloved holiday characters around. We bet you can hear his song playing in your head right now! Revisit his self-confidence glow-up — pun intended — with Caparo’s adorable, lively illustrations, and you’ll be inspired to have the best Christmas ever. Blue Badge parking at Hensington. Please note that our mobility scooters are not available to rent when taking part in the Christmas Light Trail. No matter how many pigs in blankets you manage, there's always room for something sweet. Grab a (large) spoon for the likes of Tiramisu Torte and a tasty new Chocolate and Hazelnut Quenelle.

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When Sophie decides to throw a holiday party at her cabin, Wolfe is the last person on her mind. But the universe has a twisted sense of humor. Not only does Wolfe show up as someone’s plus one, but a massive snowstorm blows in, stranding them both alone together in Sophie’s cabin. Looking for a mince pie to nibble or a pudding to share? We’ve got a sleigh full of treats to sink your teeth into – like Florentine-inspired panettone, an old fashioned-flavoured Christmas pud and oh-so-crumbly mince pies. Wow your guests with a lavish spread of winter pastries, cheesy bites and our sumptuous selection of salmon nibbles, including smoked salmon éclairs and a shimmering salmon mousse. Tis the season for treats galore! From figgy fudge to boozy baubles, our fabulously festive collection of naughty-but-nice nibbles and chocolates are made for party platters, gift giving and cosy nights at home.Booked for Christmas, a novella from debut author Lily Menon, is sure to get readers in the holiday spirit! Three months in advance marks the sweet spot for a cheap Yuletide getaway. Whether you want to visit the Christmas markets of Europe before the big day or celebrate New Year’s Eve in warmer climes, flights will be 10% cheaper on average if booked in September rather than at any other time. Novelist Sophia Hart (real Sophie Bartholomew-Kaur-Hughes, but try fitting that on a book cover) absolutely hates her loudest critic—Evan Wolfe, evil mastermind behind the Lone Wolfe book review column. They've never met, but Wolfe's favorite pastime seems to be dumping on Sophie's unapologetically happy, magical romances. Sophie, not one to be left behind, gets her revenge in her own ways (never annoy a writer in search of a villain).

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Discover the fabulous festive food we’ll be serving up online and in store this year. Tempting turkeys, stunning centrepieces, dreamy desserts and all the trimmings – what will you choose? Christmas centrepieces and meaty mains Whether you prefer to escape at Christmas, Easter or during the peak summer holidays, you’ll need to book your flights in advance to find the cheapest airfares.

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Afternoon tea already has that hint of “special” needed for a festive day out, but add in a trip on a classic London bus, and you may feel that all your Christmases have come at once. Brigit’s Bakery runs Christmas Lights tours on its converted Routemaster buses, trundling through central London for 90 minutes and making a special diversion along Regent’s Street to see the lights. But after analysing two years of flight-booking data from Skyscanner and looking at the cost of return economy flights from UK destinations worldwide, we can give you a good estimate. Interrupt your Christmas shopping to grab an Easter bargain. In mid-December, typically four months in advance of this public holiday you might be able to score 16% savings on average on flights. When to book for May bank holidays