The People's Friend Magazine

14 December 2022

The People's Friend - Issue 7957 - We've another 144 page bumper issue for you, packed with wonderful reading that captures the true spirit of the season. There are 18 original magical short stories, plus four serial instalments, a new episode of our series, 'Wedding Designs', and another visit to our regular soap, 'Riverside'. Pat Coulter discovers Brighton is a city of sweet seasonal surprises, we chat to author Danielle Steel about her book 'Flying Angels', and catch up with our friends at the Winnie Mabaso Foundation at this special time of year. Meredith Braun recalls her role in 'The Muppet Christmas Carol', Janey Swanson falls under the spell of Birmingham Royal Ballet’s production of Tchaikovsky’s 'The Nutcracker', Ian Lloyd celebrates the history of the Christmas Royal Broadcasts, and you can test your 2022 knowledge in our fun Quiz of the Year! We learn about Rainbow Trust, a charity providing invaluable support to families of ill children, Alexandra Campbell looks at how we can all contribute to protecting biodiversity, costume designer Ros Little brings an authentic magic to 'All Creatures Great And Small', and Oz Clarke sings the praises of English bubbly for your festive fizz... Plus your usual favourite 'People's Friend' features, with stories, serials, health, gardening, knitting, recipes, travel, and much more inside.