"Jack loves his childhood toy, Dur Pig. DP has always been there for him, through good and bad. Until one Christmas Eve something terrible happens -- DP is lost. But Christmas Eve is a night for miracles and lost causes, a night when all things can come to life... even toys. And Jack's newest toy -- the Christmas Pig (DP's replacement) -- has a daring plan: Together they'll embark on a magical journey to seek something lost, and to save the best friend...

When the tailor becomes sick and cannot finish the waistcoat for the Mayor, the mice finish it for him.

Goose is more interested in skating, sledding, and making snow angels than in helping Duck decorate their big Christmas tree.

"In the spirit of the season, New York Times bestselling author Anne Perry presents readers with the gift of another holiday mystery, taking them to the Holy Land for an intriguing and miraculous journey of discovery. The year is 1900, and Victor Narraway is giving his wife, Vespasia, an unforgettable Christmas present--a trip to Jerusalem for the holiday. Vespasia is enchanted by the exotic landscape of Palestine, and charmed by a fellow traveler...

Marley the rambunctious puppy and his family prepare for Christmas, hoping very much for snow.

The six mean Herdman kids lie, steal, smoke cigars (even the girls) and then become involved in the community Christmas pageant.

Refusing to celebrate Christmas in his disillusionment, German cobbler Gunther is surprised when visitors to his shop place a candle in his window that they say will light the way for the Christ Child's visit.

Although Ann Estelle focuses on her wish list as Christmas approaches, her best memories have little to do with the presents she receives.

Unhappy in his cramped, cold hole, Mortimer Mouse moves into a nativity scene thinking it is the perfect home for him, until he discovers who truly belongs there.

With her first Christmas approaching, Scout tries to help her family prepare for the holiday, with mixed results.