Curse of Christmas

What it feels like

This briskly paced anthology wraps the traditional warmth of the holiday season in a delightfully dark, supernatural package. Reading it feels like sitting by a crackling fire while something unseen howls in the snowy woods outside. The mood shifts playfully between cozy winter romance and suspenseful urban fantasy, offering bite-sized adventures featuring witches, vampires, and shifters navigating the chaos of Christmas. Because it is a collection of shorts, the momentum never drags, making it incredibly easy to devour in a single snowy afternoon. The prose is punchy and accessible, prioritizing fun, atmospheric world-building over dense lore. It is the perfect seasonal treat for paranormal romance and urban fantasy readers who prefer their holiday cheer spiked with a little bit of danger and magic.

Mood

• cozy-but-creepy
• wintry
• supernatural
• festive

Tone

• playful
• darkly festive
• suspenseful
• romantic

Pace

brisk

Themes

holiday magic · supernatural romance · hidden worlds · monstrous cheer · winter survival

The writing

Accessible, punchy, and atmospheric, balancing quick world-building with festive charm and paranormal action.

The arc

Moves from festive anticipation to supernatural danger, ultimately resolving in satisfying, often romantic, holiday triumphs.

Who it's for

Fans of urban fantasy and paranormal romance who want their holiday cheer served with a side of fangs, fur, and magic.