Coming October 7: Christian Historical Romance from Roseanna M. White - The Christmas Book Flood

 

In this charming World War II historical romance novella inspired by Jolabokaflod, Iceland’s Christmas Book Flood, an author falls in love with a man who doesn’t know he is her editor. 

Iceland. December 1944. Tatiana Eliasdottir is looking forward to welcoming her niece Elea for Christmas. She’s determined to give the little girl a joyful holiday and take her mind off troubles at home. Soon, however, the publishing house where Tatiana works is flooded with orders thanks to the first issue of a seasonal book catalog. With the war causing so many shortages, Icelanders are eager to give their loved ones something that isn’t rationed, and books are the perfect solution to their dilemma.

Anders Johannsson is an editor who shares Tatiana’s love for stories. While he wishes to know her better, he’s never dared pursue more than friendship. They are first and foremost colleagues. But when Tatiana’s attempts to cheer Elea fail, Tatiana recruits him to help, a plea he can’t refuse. He is, after all, not only an editor but a beloved children’s book author and devoted uncle to his adoring nieces and nephews.

As the two creatively bring Icelandic Christmas traditions to life for Elea and frantically work to meet the demands of the publisher’s holiday rush, Tatiana finds herself increasingly drawn to kind, thoughtful Anders. But if a love is to grow between them, she will need to reveal her closely held secret: she is the mysterious author of a popular new novel . . . and Anders is her editor.

• ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0FDJM4K83
• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Tyndale Fiction
• Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
• Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 7, 2025
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• File size ‏ : ‎ 5.0 MB
• Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
• Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled 
• X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
• Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled 
• Print length ‏ : ‎ 175 pages
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8400501883

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Christmas... in the News: Rhode Island Sea Glass Tree, Salvation Army Expecting Greater Need for Christmas Assistance & Mesquite Toes Dance Troupe Annual Show

 

Welcome to this edition of Christmas... in the news. This is a review of Christmas articles and news over the last week.

Happy Sunday! Here we are on the first Sunday of October, and there are only 81 days left before Christmas. How did we get here so quickly? Once we are no longer in triple digits, it seems we speed faster than NASA's Parker Solar Probe into the holiday season. 

Today's news starts in Westport, Massachusetts, with NBC affiliate 10 WJAR reporting on a Tiverton, Rhode Island, man who has created an outdoor Christmas tree made with thousands of pieces of sea glass. John Viverios considers himself a Christmas guy. There are photos of this tree lit up, which looks amazing. Check out the article here. 

15 WANE out of Fort Wayne, Indiana, features an article from the Allen County Salvation Army, where Corps Officer Dena Smith says they are expecting to help between 100 and 200 more families than they did in 2024. According to the article, applications open on October 6 and run through October 10. Read the report here.

Mesquite Local News reports that the Mesquite Toes Dance Troupe’s Annual Christmas Show is returning. “There’s No Place Like Home For The Holidays” takes place on December 5 and 6. For more details and box office hours, please visit here.

That wraps up another great week of Christmas news. Enjoy your week!

Christmas Romance Book Spotlight: Love Across Time by Helena Smrcek

 

A Dual-Timeline Christian Romance Rooted in Faith, Hope, and Lasting Love byHelena Smrcek

A bundle of WWII love letters. A modern-day discovery. Two hearts connected across generations.

When practical real estate investor Nick Mass inherits his grandparents’ home, he stumbles upon a collection of heartfelt letters written during the Second World War. Each page reveals a powerful love story between a young woman waiting at home and the soldier who risked everything for her. Determined to uncover the truth, Nick enlists the help of Joy Christenson, a spirited local historian with a deep love for stories of the past.

As the two work together to trace the legacy hidden in the letters, their journey weaves between past and present—between war-torn love and modern longing. What begins as a historical inquiry soon becomes personal, challenging Nick and Joy to open their hearts to second chances, divine timing, and the possibility that love truly never dies.

• ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0FKMSR1TC
• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published
• Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 5, 2025
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Print length ‏ : ‎ 184 pages
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8283276557

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Christmas... in the News: Spirit Christmas, Magic Kingdom Christmas Ornaments & Great American Family's 2025 Holiday Movie Schedule

 

Welcome to this edition of Christmas... in the news. This is a review of Christmas articles and news over the last week.

I'll have to backdate this post to Sunday. It has been such a crazy, but wonderful, weekend. The youngest was home from college. Most of us went to The Big E. I spent time in the kitchen baking. We ate a lot of junk food, but the memories are priceless. 

October is almost here, so the holiday spirit is taking over. My Christmas cards were ordered and arrived last week. Thoughts of my Christmas letter happenings are rambling through my head. I'm considering what treats I want to make. This year is flying by. And there are only 88 days until Christmas. Once you are fewer than a hundred days, the holidays creep up on you.

This week, we have such fun Christmas news. SCRIPPS NEWS reported that Spirit Halloween, which is a Halloween pop-up store, is increasing the number of Spirit Christmas locations to 30 this year. Launched in 2024 with just 10 stores in the Northeast, in 2025, they are expanding to the Midwest. Check out the full article here. 

WDW News Today dedicated a portion of its September 27, 2025, article to talking about the dozens of new Christmas ornaments at the Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe in Liberty Square. Want to read more? Check it out here. 

Probably the most exciting news--to me anyway--is US Weekly's announcement of the release of this year's Great American Family's "Great American Christmas” holiday movie lineup. We will see familiar faces like Candace Cameron Bure, Mario Lopez, Danica McKellar, and Jesse Hutch. You can find more information about the movie plots here.

This little elf is beat, so she is signing off for the night. Enjoy your week!

Christmas... in the News: Less Than 100 Shopping Days Until Christmas, Year-Round Christmas Mural & IFC Christmas Rom-Com

 

Welcome to this edition of Christmas... in the news. This is a review of Christmas articles and news over the last week.

I am squeaking this update in less than two hours before Sunday ends. Can you believe there are only 95 days until Christmas? The year is really flying by. Let's get to the news. 

The first report is from ABCNEWS LIVE PRIME. This is a video segment about there being fewer than 100 shopping days until Christmas. A research specialist provides the scoop on what to buy now, what to buy later, and consumer sentiment. Watch below:

 

We travel to South Lyon, Michigan, where WXYZ Detroit reports on a new year-round Christmas mural that captures the spirit of the season. It's stunning! Check it out here.

We end up with a FOX News review of the Independent Film Company's romantic comedy, The Baltimorons. According to the article, a failed sketch comic and recovering alcoholic pursues a "normal life" by getting a steady job and settling in with his fiancée. But a freak accident introduces him to a no-nonsense workaholic divorcee. You can imagine some of what happens next, but if you want more details, check out the review here.

That's it for this week. See you again soon!

Christmas Picture Book Review: Little Angel's Christmas Son by Kerstin Hau

One little angel wonders what type of angel they are, so they try out different things until they discover their true purpose on Christmas Eve.

Little Angel's Christmas Song by Kerstin Hau is a beautifully told, stunningly illustrated story of an angel seeking their purpose. The little angel knows that every angel is created with a special purpose, but theirs seems to elude them. They try and try, but nothing seems to work right, until the sounds of bells ring in the air on Christmas Eve.

After reading two humorous children's titles in a row, stepping back to approach a touching, heartwarming story like Little Angel's Christmas Song was such a treasure. The folk-inspired artwork by Sela Marlin Soganci is just as lovely and wonderful as the story by Hau.

Young readers ages 4 to 8 will enjoy following along this little angel's journey to find its special and meaningful purpose.

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• Publisher ‏ : ‎ NorthSouth Books
• Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 9, 2025
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Print length ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 073584576X
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0735845763

I downloaded a copy of this book from NetGalley. This review contains my honest opinions, which I have not been compensated for in any way.

Christmas Picture Book Review: Never Let A Unicorn Meet A Reindeer! by Diane Alber

If you are looking for an outrageously funny Christmas story to share with the young people in your life, grab a copy of Never Let A Unicorn Meet A Reindeer! written and illustrated by Diane Alber.

When a girl asks for a reindeer to visit her summer birthday party, chaos ensues. After all, Santa has warned her not to let her unicorn meet a reindeer, so what should she expect when it happens? Unicorn and reindeer clash, but they rise to the occasion when Santa needs help on Christmas Eve.

I applaud an author who has such creativity. Alber has a series of Unicorn books that are so playful and silly that it's no wonder they are so popular. Also a talented artist, her black and white illustrations with spots of color are instantly recognizable. Love the expression on the girl's face on the front cover.

This is a modern and unique twist on a familiar Christmas story that will delight young readers and have them laughing aloud. Such a fun book!

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Sourcebooks Wonderland
• Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 2, 2025
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Print length ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1464259291
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1464259296

I downloaded this book from NetGalley. This review contains my honest opinions, which I have not been compensated for in any way.