Overview
For years Jeanette Winterson has loved writing a new story at Christmastime, and here she brings together 12 of her brilliantly imaginative, funny and bold tales. For the 12 Days of Christmas – a time of celebration, sharing and giving – she offers these 12 plus one: a personal story of her own Christmas memories. These tales give the listener a portal into the spirit of the season, where time slows down and magic starts to happen. From trees with mysterious powers to a tinsel baby that talks, philosophical fairies to flying dogs, a haunted house and a disappearing train, Winterson's innovative stories encompass the childlike and spooky wonder of Christmas. Perfect for listening to by the fire with loved ones or while travelling home for the holidays. Enjoy the season of peace and goodwill, mystery and a little bit of magic courtesy of one of our most fearless and accomplished writers.
Full Product Details
Author: Jeanette Winterson ,
Jeanette Winterson ,
Imogen Church ,
Audible Studios
Publisher: Bolinda Publishing
Imprint: Bolinda/Audible Audio
Edition: Unabridged edition
ISBN: 9781489416865
ISBN 10: 1489416862
Publication Date: 28 December 2017
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Format: Audio
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
'Winterson's winter tales unfailingly succeed in their endeavour to leave you aglow.' -- The Guardian 'These funny, beguiling tales ... pack some serious literary clout.' -- The Observer 'There is a lightness of touch and passages of thoughtful contemplation that befit the season. A perfect stocking filler.' -- The Daily Express
Author Information
Novelist Jeanette Winterson was born in Manchester, England in 1959. She graduated from St Catherine's College, Oxford, and moved to London where she worked as an assistant editor at Pandora Press. Winterson is a regular contributor of reviews and articles to many newspapers and journals and has a regular column published in The Guardian. Novelist Jeanette Winterson was born in Manchester, England in 1959. She graduated from St Catherine's College, Oxford, and moved to London where she worked as an assistant editor at Pandora Press. Winterson is a regular contributor of reviews and articles to many newspapers and journals and has a regular column published in The Guardian. Imogen is an award winning screenwriter and actress, as well as a novelist and published academic. She is best known for her voice work, for which she has multiple awards, and has narrated roughly 300 audio-books as well as starring in audio drama like Dr Who and Blake's 7, plus she is the voice of The Harry Potter Quiz on Alexa UK and The Wizarding World Quiz in the US.
