An anthology of holiday short stories and a novella (292 pages)A former Marine, desperate for employment, takes a temp job that leads to a life-changing decision on Christmas Eve. A family locket with magical powers saves the life of its wearer during the holidays. A doctor's nonfiction reflection of her father's cancer diagnosis reveals the spirit of Christmas.Add in a little dog's snowy adventure, magic realism, and a touch of mistletoe, and readers will delight in these 12 diverse and heartfelt stories exploring the love, messiness and miracles of Christmas."e;Metro's Mountain Cabin"e; by Susie Slanina (Children's Story)"e;The Cancer Christmas"e; by Melissa Yuan (Non-fiction)"e;Christmas Miracles"e; by Pamela Cowan"e;The Nest"e; by Courtney Pierce"e;Isabella's Christmas Box"e; by Paty Jager"e;The Mermaids Treasure"e; by Anna Brentwood"e;Don't Forget the Mistletoe"e; by Christy Carlyle"e;First Love"e; by Judith Ashley"e;Christmas with You"e; by Jane Killick"e;Career Conundrum Christmas"e; by Jamie Brazil"e;The Hogmanay Stranger"e; by Maggie Jaimeson"e;A Marine's Christmas Proposal"e; by Susan Lute.