From Rom-Coms to Mysteries, Here Are 42 Christmas Books to Keep You Cozy This Season

When you're ready to step out of the world of fictional holiday stories, check out "Christmas: A Biography" by Judith Flanders. She writes about the myths and legends associated with Christmas so readers can find all sorts of surprises this holiday season. Learn more about why people wrap gifts in paper and where the first Christmas parade really occurred. Readers are always shocked to find out other things, too, like how Lewis and Clark exchanged Christmas gag gifts back in 1805. Whether your holiday is a religious festivity or more of a family celebration, Flanders will take you on a ride through history with her critically acclaimed nonfiction work.