A Perfectly Imperfect Christmas: A Short Story Collection

by Renee Conoulty

Dive into the heart of an Australian Christmas with A Perfectly Imperfect Christmas, a touching collection of four magical realism stories that explore the nuances of family, tradition, and the beauty of imperfection.

Follow Marjorie, a grandmother grappling with the weight of familial expectations as she seeks to redefine Christmas for her daughter and granddaughter. Discover Olivia, a young girl navigating the transition from childhood wonder to the realities of growing up, while encouraging her mother to reclaim her lost creative spark. Journey alongside Sarah, a single mom finding balance between work and family in the chaotic lead-up to the holidays, and embrace the wisdom of Ruth, a 94-year-old matriarch learning that her memories and stories are invaluable gifts to her loved ones.

Through moments of reflection and connection, each woman discovers that the true spirit of Christmas lies not in flawless decorations or perfect celebrations, but in the love shared across generations. A Perfectly Imperfect Christmas invites you to celebrate the messiness of life, the bonds of family, and the magic that unfolds when we embrace our authentic selves.

130 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 2, 2024

About the author

Renee Conoulty is an Australian author and teacher's aide who spends her days surrounded by kids, chaos, and quirky characters just begging to be let loose on the page.
She writes feel-good stories full of humor and heart guaranteed to make you laugh out loud. Her uplifting books deliver smiles from the first page to the last.
When not crafting mischief and mayhem for her books, Renee can be found sipping coffee, eating chocolate, and picking up after her teens.
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Reviews

[Cate Alexander]

A magical reminder about what really matters at Christmas.

[Meg · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book. I loved it's message, I loved it's characters, I just loved it.