Funny Christmas Books

Christmas books are great to read year around. Whether at the beach soaking in the sun or by a warm fire place with a cup of cocoa. No matter what time of year it is, it is always nice to have a little Christmas and get into the spirit by way of reading a holiday book.

Humor for the holidays

Humor for the holidays, is a large collection of funny stories ranging from Thanksgiving to New Years. Some stories focus on the "chaos" of preparing for the holidays. Others focus on holiday cooking memories and disasters. The last story in the book is entitled, The Last Thirty Days of Christmas by Charlene Ann Baumbich. The story is written as a journal entry. Beside each entry is a date and a discription of tasks ranging from sticking to a New Year's Resolution to exchanging undergarments. One of the first entries reads as follows:

"January 7. "I've spoken to God about the dieting dilemma-for five days running. My self-discipline is at an all time low, although I'm sure I can chalk much of my lethargy up to sugar blues, P.M.S., and my mid-life crisis. Also, eating tastes so good."

Some other great stories include: "All I Want For Christmas is a Parking Place" by Dave Barry," What Not ToGet Your Wife for Christmas," "What Not To Get Your Husband for Christmas" (Both Authors Unknown), "Are You Sure Wisemen Wore Turtlenecks" by Martha Bolton, and "Lights, Camera...To MuchAction"by Jim Kellan. In all, there are 52 short stories, lists, and poems featured in this humorous holiday book.
The best part about Humor for the holidays, is that there is a story for everyone who celebrates this time of year, not to mention that they are all funny. This book is a great read and would make a wonderful Christmas gift. It is also a funny reminder of how stressed people make themselves over the holidays, when really all anyone needs to do is remember what the holidays really mean.

A Christmas Story by Jean Shepherd

The Christmas season would not be complete without Jean Shepherd's famous tale of a young boy and his determination to get a "red ryder BB gun." This is a classic read for anyone. For those who are interested in just the stories from the movie, A Christmas Story, there is a book by the same name that features those stories told in the film. As with all books and movies, nothing is exactly alike. However, despite the fact that some of the stories are not all focused around Christmas, they are pretty close to the movie's portrayal of The Parker family.

The book is divided into five stories, all of which were featured in the movie. The famous story of the "leg lamb" is by far one of the funniest. Even so, the story about Ralphie's attempt to convince everyone to buy him a "red ryder" for Christmas is the highlight of the book. Every story will have the reader wanting to read more. Jean Shepherd's timeless classic is a must-have for the holiday season.

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson

Most adults would not consider this a book to read for the holidays, but it is a great book to read during this time of year. Not only is it funny and meaningful, it is short and easy to read, making it a great book for the busy holiday season.

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson, is a story about a really bad group of kids ("The Herdmans), who participate in the local church "Christmas pageant." Needless to say, the church folk are not exactly thrilled that this foul mouthed irresponsible family seems to be calling the shots and changing the plot, especially since the only reason the family came to church was mainly for the food. However, when the original pageant organizer has an accident another church member takes her place, only to realize running the pageant and taming the Herdman kids were more stress than needed. Even though the pageant is odd (thanks to the Herdman kids), it ends up being the "best ever."

Funny Books For The Holidays

It is said the best medicine is laughter. Something that everyone needs is a good laugh and big smile on their face. Even Take a break any time in the year, by reading funny meaningful stories about the holidays.

Sources:

Humor for the holidays, Howard Books: New York, NY (2006). ISBN-13:978-1-4165-3535-5, ISBN-10: 1-4165-3535-7.

Jean Shepherd, A Christmas Story, Broadway Books: New York, 2003. ISBN:0-7679-1622-0.

Barbara Robinson, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, HarperCollins Publishers Inc: New York, New York, 1972. ISBN: 978-0-590-16243-2.