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Three new Christmas Ghost Stories for 2024!Reading a ghost story on Christmas Eve was once as much a part of traditional Christmas celebrations as turkey, eggnog, and Santa Claus. is thrilled to offer this series of beautifully illustrated, collectible books that share these classic Christmas ghost stories with readers across North America. Seth, our world-famous and beloved cartoonist, designs and illustrates each book in his own inimitable way. Trimmed to fit the coziest stocking, theyre perfect gifts for those who want a bit of extra Christmas chill.To help make this holiday season the spookiest in centuries, is excited to present a special deal on our newest Christmas Ghost Stories. If you orderallthreenew titles before Christmas, well send them to you for$25.00, plus shipping.These collectible books are ideal stocking stuffers, and make perfect gifts for the literary elves in your life. With three new books in the series scheduled for publication each year, the early first editions will sell out soonso get yours today!Podoloby L. P. HartleyWhen a group of tourists visits the deserted island of Podolo, one wants to rescue a feral cat they find there, and the others reluctantly agree. Unfortunately, the rescue proves more difficult than they expectand they soon discover theyre not alone on Podolo.Captain Dalgety Returnsby Laurence WhistlerAfter the death of his wife in childbirth, Captain Dalgety has grown distant from his estate and young daughter. But during his walk home one afternoon, a sudden thunderstorm causes a series of revelations, and the captains life takes an unexpected turn.The Amethyst Crossby Mary FittWhen Margaret finds a cottage to rent in the moorlands for her visiting Aunt Dorothea, she pays no mind to its rumored dark history. But when Dorothea goes missing only days after her arrival, a haunting tale of greed and murder soon comes to light.*AboutSeths Christmas Ghost StoriesHalloween might seem like the spookiest time of year, but Shirley Jackson, Charles Dickens, and Gertrude Atherton felt otherwise. They were among the many authors who set their scariest stories during the dark and shivering days ofyes, Christmas. is thrilled to announce three new books in this series of beautifully illustrated collectibles that share these classic Christmas ghost stories with readers across North America. Seth, our world-famous and beloved cartoonist, has designed and illustrated each book in his own inimitable way. Trimmed to fit the coziest stocking, theyre specifically made for placement beside the registers of the finest bookstores.*Praise forSeths Christmas Ghost Stories[This] series of Christmas ghost stories, miniature books chosen and illustrated by the cartoonist Seth . . . [offers] chillsand charm.John Williams,New York Times Book ReviewI just bought my set of these and they . . . are . . . PERFECT. I hope they do these every year.Patton OswaltEach of these tiny books20 volumes nowis cleverly illustrated by the cartoonist known as Seth. Even smaller than a Christmas card, they make fun literary stocking stuffers.Ron Charles,Washington PostFor the 10th anniversary of the series, award-winning Guelph comics artist Seth has chosen three more vintage short tales . . . to decorate in his bold, evocative style, making these macabre madeleines the perfect stocking stuffers.Doug Brod,Toronto StarPerfect books for holiday giving.Toronto StarIts become a favorite December tradition for mereviewing the new set of SethsChristmas Ghost Storiesas delivered to my stocking each year by the fine folks at . This years package contains tales of dread that will raise goosebumps on your arms faster than the coldest winter wind . . . These stocking-sized one-sit reads really are a great way to spend those quiet moments when you can find them among the holiday craziness.Blu Gilliand,Cemetery DanceThese slim books are tame compared to much contemporary horror . . . But theres power in that restraint. More goosebump-raising, less gag-inducing, the tales prioritize chilling atmospheres and psychological tension . . . With vivid prose and menacing illustrations, each story can add a delightful tinge of darkness to any booklovers stocking.Alexander Sallas,Literary Review of Canadas BookwormThis year marks the 10th anniversary of SethsChristmas Ghost Storiesa delightful series of compact little booklets illustrated by the Canadian cartoonist [Seth] . . . start a new/old Christmas tradition even more terrifying than fruit cake.Ron Charles,Washington PostBook Club newsletterDid you know there is an old tradition of telling ghost stories on Christmas Eve? For the past several years Canadian publisher has revived the tradition, one thin, tiny book at a time (illustrated by minimalistic, idiosyncratic cartoonist Seth). Theyve revived ghosts by Edith Wharton, Charles Dickens and others . . . What is, after all, A Christmas Carol but a ghost story, handed down, every holiday?Christopher Borrelli,Chicago TribuneThe editions are handsome objects with embossed covers, double-page spreads that act like a cinematic establishing shot, and the artists thematic spot illustrations . . . The Seth editions are harbingers of a Christmas ghost story revival.Nathalie Atkinson,ZoomerAwesome pocket editions of forgotten horror stories, or mystery stories, from the past, in this perfect set . . . This Ghost Story for Christmas series is some of the most delightful reading that I do all year.Christopher Hamelin, So Many Damn Books Podcast[If] you are looking to add a little old world charm to your winter celebrations, this book series just may be for you. This years batch in particular offers up some fantastic reads, accompanied once again by stark and unsettling (in the best way) illustrations by accomplished illustrator Seth.Lindsey Childs,Prairie FireSeths bookspetite and illustrated with gorgeous minimalist designsfeel somehow like a more mature version of my childhood traditions. In reality, SethsChristmas Ghost Storiesare a tradition everyone, young and old, can make a part of their holidays. With these beautifully illustrated books, it seems in this case one really can judge a book by its cover.The CharlatanThese are beautiful little books . . . [My familys] been reading them at home, and weve actually put them away so we can re-read them on Christmas Eve.Matt Galloway, CBCs Metro MorningSethillustrator, graphic novelist, and decorator (his term)returns for another season of ghost stories for Christmas, single-handedly reviving an otherwise defunct holiday tradition among Northern Hemisphere English-speaking countries of combining eerie tales with the Yuletide (even though the tales have nothing to do with Christmas)now with Seths moody black and white decorations to help the uncanny mood along.Tom Bowden,Book BeatFor Seth, this is really a labour of love.Peter Robb,Ottawa CitizenThe great thing about each passing season is the chance to discover something new that may go on to become a new favourite. That old, and largely forgotten tradition of Christmas ghost stories is fertile ground for anyone digging for a spooky festive treat from a bygone time.Brian Earl, Christmas Past PodcastThese books are just delightful . . . and the illustrations are justshall I say delightful again?Jack Ford, Total Christmas PodcastThe two classic Christmas ghost stories that Seth and fashioned last year were a huge success for us. Nifty packaging, striking designso Seth.Ben McNally, Ben McNally Books, Toronto, ONSeths Christmas Ghost Stories series resurrects the legacy of fireside tales at Christmas with these beautifully illustrated editions.John Toews, McNally Robinson Booksellers, Winnipeg, MB
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