The Christmas Stocking and Other Stories

I'm curious whether the stories were written specifically for this collection or adapted from her previous work. Did she aim to evoke certain holiday feelings?

The stories felt so cozy and heartfelt — I wonder if this is a reflection of Fforde’s own holiday traditions or a universal holiday magic.

Some moments made me laugh out loud, while others brought a tear to my eye. I’d love to know how she decided where to draw that line.