{"id":4382,"date":"2022-12-09T12:30:32","date_gmt":"2022-12-09T12:30:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/?p=4382"},"modified":"2025-10-02T16:01:32","modified_gmt":"2025-10-02T15:01:32","slug":"must-read-books-this-christmas-with-discounts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/must-read-books-this-christmas-with-discounts\/","title":{"rendered":"The 5 Best Books to Read at Christmas for Adults &#038; Families"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Searching for the top must read books this Christmas? Whether you are looking for a good festive read that gets you in the Christmas spirit or simply want to catch up with some reading while you\u2019ve got some downtime, the Christmas break is the perfect reading opportunity! From adults getting time to read a great Christmas book alone to enjoying some reading time as a family, there is something for everyone.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-luminous-dusk-gradient-background has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/teachers-book-club?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_campaign=must+read+christmas+books&amp;utm_content=091222-book+club\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sign up for our book discounts!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>So, where should you start? There are so many books to choose from that finding the right books this Christmas can take time and effort. But is there anything more satisfying than cosying up in front of the Christmas tree with a good Christmas book?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We have put together this helpful guide with the best Christmas books for adults, the best Christmas children\u2019s books, and some discounts to make it even more affordable!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best Christmas Books for Adults&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><strong>Classic Christmas Book<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/achristmascarol.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4386\" width=\"322\" height=\"425\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/achristmascarol.jpg 379w, https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/achristmascarol-227x300.jpg 227w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 322px) 100vw, 322px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If it\u2019s a classic Christmas book that you are looking for, then A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is a firm favourite. While you may be more familiar with the film adaptation by The Muppets, this classic novel has even more to offer than Kermit! It is arguably one of the most famous Christmas stories out there and is both heart-warming and chilling in equal measure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Based on the story of mean and grumpy Scrooge, who changes his attitude when he is visited by the ghost of his old partner Jacob Marley on Christmas Eve. When visited by the spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Future who reveal the error of his ways and melt the cold heart of Scrooge and help him towards redemption. This is a Christmas must-read as it\u2019s not Christmas without a trip down memory lane with Ebenezer Scrooge and Tiny Tim.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><strong>Christmas Romance Books<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>In a Holidaze by Christina Lauren&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/52962226-678x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4387\" width=\"244\" height=\"369\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/52962226-678x1024.jpg 678w, https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/52962226-199x300.jpg 199w, https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/52962226-768x1159.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/52962226-1018x1536.jpg 1018w, https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/52962226-1357x2048.jpg 1357w, https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/52962226-1080x1630.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/52962226.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 244px) 100vw, 244px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you fancy something similar to Groundhog Day with a Christmas twist, then this is one of the best Christmas books for you. The story focuses on two brothers, a Christmas wish, and a lifetime of hope for Maelyn Jones. This quintessential Christmas romance novel by author power duo Christina Lauren focuses on Maelyn\u2019s hapless life living with her parents in a dead-end job and her latest epic romance fail. But will she be able to turn her life around with the help of the magic of Christmas?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-2 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-luminous-dusk-gradient-background has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/retailers\/waterstones-2529?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_campaign=must+read+christmas+books&amp;utm_content=091222-waterstones-2529\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get Waterstones Discounts<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>Twas the Nightshift Before Christmas by Adam Kay&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/1529018587.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4388\" width=\"254\" height=\"414\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/1529018587.jpg 307w, https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/1529018587-184x300.jpg 184w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 254px) 100vw, 254px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you loved Kay\u2019s first book, \u2018This is Going to Hurt\u2019 then you need this on your list of books to read this Christmas. Former doctor Adam Kay has become well-known for his dark humour, and hilarious storytelling and for celebrating the hardworking heroes who work for the NHS.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While this may not be your usual Christmas read genre, it is full of stories that will make you laugh and cry equally. It also gives you a sneak peek behind the blue curtain and everything the NHS has to deal with throughout the year, especially at Christmastime. Make sure to pick this one up after term has finished, as you simply won\u2019t be able to put it down.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best Christmas Children\u2019s Books&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>The Snowman by Raymond Briggs&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/thesnowman.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4389\" width=\"281\" height=\"378\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/thesnowman.jpg 372w, https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/thesnowman-223x300.jpg 223w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 281px) 100vw, 281px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one of the best Christmas children\u2019s books for recommended reading ages 5-8. This iconic tale is a Christmas essential and will keep your little ones mesmerised for hours, both via the classic film and the popular storybook. The story follows a young boy who spends a day having fun in the snow to later discovers that the snowman he built has come to life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With this new friend, he goes on various adventures, including a flight in the sky to see a special Christmas individual. This is perfect for young readers and makes for a perfect Christmas eve bedtime story.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>Let it Snow by John Green&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/letitsnow-665x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4385\" width=\"279\" height=\"429\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/letitsnow-665x1024.jpg 665w, https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/letitsnow-195x300.jpg 195w, https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/letitsnow-768x1183.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/letitsnow-998x1536.jpg 998w, https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/letitsnow-1330x2048.jpg 1330w, https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/letitsnow-1080x1663.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/letitsnow.jpg 1519w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 279px) 100vw, 279px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for must-read books this Christmas for any young adults, then popular author John Green is a great place to start. This New York Times bestseller is from the same author of The Fault in Their Stars and is now a major Netflix film. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This hilarious and heartwarming story is full of festive cheer, holiday magic, and romance as it explores the snow-blanketed Gracetown. But love is in the air as three interconnected tales of love are explored on a stranded train and an early morning shift at Starbucks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-3 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-luminous-dusk-gradient-background has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/teachers-book-club?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_campaign=must+read+christmas+books&amp;utm_content=091222-book+club\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View more Book Discounts<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-rounded\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/teachers-book-club?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_campaign=must+read+christmas+books&amp;utm_content=091222-book+club\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"237\" src=\"https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/MicrosoftTeams-image-25-1024x237.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3674\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/MicrosoftTeams-image-25-1024x237.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/MicrosoftTeams-image-25-300x69.png 300w, https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/MicrosoftTeams-image-25-768x178.png 768w, https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/MicrosoftTeams-image-25-1080x250.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.discountsforteachers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/MicrosoftTeams-image-25.png 1300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Searching for the top must read books this Christmas? 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