The holidays are upon us, and reading a good book next to a twinkling Christmas tree is ever so delightful. Here are some Holiday Books for Adults recommended by Plainfield Library staff members to keep you reading this holiday season.
All books are available in the Library’s collection.
A Holiday By Gaslight by Mimi Matthews
“Matthews is one of my favorite Victorian romance writers, and this short and sweet novella is perfect for some cozy reading during the busy Christmas season.”
— Lauren Pierce,
Reference and Reader Services
Book: Library Catalog
eBook: hoopla
Stuck On You by Portia MacIntosh
“It’s a delightful romantic comedy, perfect for this time of year!” (Click here for the full review.)
— Colette Shelby,
Reference and Reader Services
Audiobook: hoopla
eBook: hoopla
Sugar Cookie Murder by Joanne Fluke
“Book 6 in the Hannah Swenson Mystery Series, it’s like a murder mystery wrapped in a Hallmark Christmas movie but with recipes!”
— Andrea Ferak,
Community Engagement
Book: Library Catalog
Audiobook: hoopla, OverDrive
eBook: OverDrive
Marley: A Novel by Jon Clinch
“A modern twist on Scrooge and A Christmas Carol seen through the eyes of his business partner, and all around not-nice guy, Jacob Marley.”
— Tina Beaird,
Reference and Reader Services
Book: Library Catalog
The Mischief of the Mistletoe by Lauren Willig
“This is a delightful and fun read!” (Click here for a review.)
— Maris Barys,
Account Services
Book: Library Catalog
eBook: OverDrive
Mr. Dickens and His Carol by Samantha Silva
“A historical fiction novel that follows Charles Dicken as he creates A Christmas Carol.” (Click here for the full review.)
— Colette Shelby,
Reference and Reader Services
Book: Library Catalog
Audiobook: hoopla, OverDrive
eBook: OverDrive
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