It’s release day! And Chicken Soup for the Soul’s Tales of Christmas book isn’t just packed with all the Yuletide trimmings, it also has tons of stories about Thanksgiving blunders, love, with all the gravy!

So dive into a good book. This collection truly is filled with good-clean, happy stories that will restore your faith in humanity and get you perked up for all the holiday love.

My story, “Box of Balloons,” details one of my favorite accidental traditions and is packed with laughter, smiles, and childish silliness.

It’s just one of the 101 Stories of Holiday Joy, Love, and Gratitude that’s sure to put you in a festive mood! It also makes a perfect gift. (Especially since a portion of the proceeds goes to Toys For Tots!)