Christmas Stories

This collection brings together ten heartwarming Christmas stories by Lucy Maud Montgomery, the beloved author of Anne of Green Gables. Each of them captures the charm of holiday gatherings, family traditions, and the quiet beauty of a Canadian winter. Set in small towns and homesteads, these stories explore the gentle hopes and small surprises that make Christmas memorable. Montgomery’s characters, from spirited children to wise aunts and caring neighbors, come alive in tales of generosity, unexpected reunions, and new friendships found by the fireside.

In Aunt Cyrilla’s Christmas Basket, a young girl’s act of kindness brings comfort to a troubled family, while The Josephs’ Christmas celebrates the unexpected joy that springs from difficult times. Christmas at Red Butte tells of a Christmas miracle on the snowy plains, while Ted’s Double reveals the humor and folly of holiday mishaps.

Whether it’s a warm parlor on a snowy night or a bustling kitchen filled with holiday preparations, these stories draw readers into a world of simple pleasures and heartfelt celebrations. Montgomery’s Christmas stories offer an invitation to pause, cherish each other, and find delight in the small moments that make the holiday season so meaningful.