A SCROOGE MYSTERY By Andreina Cordani. Zaffre, HN, £16.99 Nearly a year after his life-changing Christmas Eve, Ebenezer Scrooge is still striving to be a better man. He throws himself into festive che

The literary locations that inspired ten of our favourite festive stories and wintry tales, plus where to stay to enjoy them for yourself

Whether you call it Christmas, Winterval or just ‘the holidays’, the period between late December and early January is cocoon time: a cessation of work and routine activities. It begins with tradition

From blow-up snowmen to silly family games – these familiar faces have their rituals, just like the rest of us

Your festive books are here! From creative cookbooks and memoirs to fun puzzles, discover the perfect gift, or even a treat for yourself. There’s something for all tastes >>

CHRISTMAS AT THE SECOND CHANCE SUPPER CLUB By Caroline Roberts HQ, PB, £9.99 We return to the village’s Supper Club for a festive tale of friendship, community spirit, and the promise of second chance