Beloware a few suggestions for free or low cost ebooks that won’t strain your holiday budget. They make greatlast-minute Christmas gifts, or simplya treat foryourself after facing the crowds at the shopping malls. Different age groups and genres are included—something for everyone—all by wonderfully talented author friends of mine.

CHILDREN’S BOOK

The Nocturns by K.C. Pottorf, Illustrations by Craig McKay

This is one of the few times I suggest you get the print version. And even if you don’t get...