Tales for Advent and Christmas: A Collection of Traditions, Stories and Customs for the Christmas Season

by J. Traveler Pelton

Have you wondered about the origins of the Christmas pickle? Or how we got from the manger in a cave/stable to giant plaster nativity scenes? Did you ever try to explain to someone what Christmas might actually be about under all that hype, marketing and expense? Then this little book of daily readings is just right for your Advent (the 24 days leading up to Christmas) season. You’ll laugh a bit, shake your head at the monsters, enjoy the family recipes and favorite carols in the appendix, but mostly you’ll find some peace, some down time, a little oasis of serenity and comfort in all the rushing endemic to this season. You might just find the true meaning of Christmas for yourself and your loved ones, before it’s all lost in the fancy paper, online shopping and overextending of time and money. God bless you as you discover what your Christmas has been missing.

Genres: Christmas, Nonfiction

171 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 21, 2019

About the author

J. Traveler Pelton was born in West Virginia in the last century. She is active in her home church and was the Nation’s Mother for her tribe for several years. She is still wife to Dan after 47 years (He is so long-suffering!), mother of six adults, a grandmother of nine, a Clinically Licensed Independent Social worker in private practice, a retired adjunct professor of social work at her local university, and an avid reader. She lives on a mini-farm with her husband, seven alpaca, a flock of spoiled chickens, five Siamese cats, four Pomeranians, a talkative Amazon parrot named Gizmo, and her aviary of canaries. Traveler enjoys the intersection of fantasy, possibility, creativity, and speculation. Join her on the other side of the imagination tree. She’ll be sitting there waiting for your visit.

Reviews

[Glenda Gordon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful book

This is a thoroughly enjoyable book to read prior to, and immediately after, Christmas. The tales are interesting and provide some insight into various Christmas traditions. There are some bonus items at the end of the book, such as treat recipes, that adds to the charm of the book. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a short, fun read.

[Debyi Kucera (Book&BuJo) · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fun holiday traditions from around the world are told in a way that you can read one each day, like a story-style advent calendar. Each of the tales was interesting and I loved finding out more about the origins of the traditions from other countries.

[Vickie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is meant to be read on a daily basis throughout Advent (I am sorry to say that I did not do this). The author tells where certain legends come from and gives insight into why we have customs surrounding Christmas Day. Next year I will read it again as intended.

[Donna Peake · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed all the tales, many I had never heard of. Plan to read other books by this author.

[Vonda · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading this book from December 1-25, one chapter for each corresponding day on the calendar. I recommend this book to all Christian readers. It has been a wonderful experience.

[J berg · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting book

I learned quite a bit from this book. Traditions and trivia combine to make this book intriguing, fun and a compelling read.

[Rev James · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good stories

Some nice Christmas stories to share with family and friends during the holiday season start a roar ing fire and make hat toddy

[John E. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Interesting Stories

This short book discusses many Christmas traditions and fables and their origins. It makes interesting and relaxing reading during the Christmas season.

[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great faith driven book for the Christmas season.

[Debra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very interesting. I learnt so much.