is about the wonder and excitement of the holiday season, as shown through the experiences of the characters in these eight stories. Stories include: - A young woman needs a dose of elf-magic to regain her Christmas spirit. (Originally published in ) - An elderly woman, through a gift from her late husband, finds a way to fill her empty house and life. (Originally published in - Despite past disappointments, a little boy still believes that Santa will come. - A harried mother of three learns that, despite a series of mishaps, the season is always better when shared with family. (Originally published in - A middle-aged woman is reminded that the best Christmas presents are those we give to others. - A seemingly straightforward case of credit card fraud leads to a surprising and heartwarming conclusion for the thief, the victim, and the team from Adams Investigation Service. - A young woman realizes that even unexpected (and somewhat irritating) houseguests can make the holiday special. - The characters in these four interlinked vignettes find that a simple mistletoe decoration can lead to an outcome that is more than what was expected or hoped for.