<p>'Stocking Fillers' follows a cast of entertaining characters as they prepare for the festive season, from a small boy trying to teach Santa time management to the elderly lady celebrating what&#39;s likely to be her last Christmas Day. Unlike many Christmas-themed books, 'Stocking Fillers' does not sugar-coat the festive experience, and not all of the characters are lovable. But ultimately it&#39;s a heartwarming celebration of all things festive.</p>

<p>The tales form an entertaining catalogue of how characters of all ages respond to the anxieties that abound at this time of year, from a small boy who tries to give Santa lessons in time management to the elderly lady who is marking what&#39;s likely to be her last Christmas. Others tackle such important questions as:&nbsp;<br />
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- Will you ever get everything ready in time?&nbsp;<br />
- Will everyone like their presents?&nbsp;<br />
- Will you like yours?&nbsp;<br />
- How will Father Christmas fit us all in?&nbsp;<br />
- And who is the real Santa, anyway?</p>

<p>Here is the list of story titles, kicking off with a very funny parody of a Christmas round-robin letter:</p>

<ul>
<li>The Christmas Letter</li>
<li>I&#39;m Dreaming of a Green Christmas</li>
<li>Do You Believe?</li>
<li>The Revolting Toys</li>
<li>Park and Ride</li>
<li>Christmas Time</li>
<li>The Groundhog Christmas</li>
<li>The True Cost of Christmas</li>
<li>The Unexpected Guest</li>
<li>The Unwanted Gift</li>
<li>Good Christmas Housekeeping</li>
<li>Past, Present, Yet to Come</li>
</ul>

<p>Unlike many festive books, this collection does not sugar-coat every Christmas experience, and a few of the characters aren&#39;t exactly lovable, but they&#39;re certainly memorable. But ultimately it&#39;s a heartwarming collection and an easy, quick read to be enjoyed by anyone who loves the traditional Christmas, at any time of year.</p>

<p>Many readers report that reading these stories has become an annual tradition in their household, a Christmas Carol for the modern era.</p>