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	Perfect Gift Kanrik looked at the store window and tilted his head to the side, uncertain and with a lot of doubt. What could he buy? What would she like? Collab with _luaxinha_ by dinha_reeves
	Winter in Mystery Island Ever wonder what winter is like on Mystery Island? Well, normally it’s not much different from summer – clear skies, hot sun, cool waters. But one year was different – that was the year of The Incident. by firaplays7045
	A Kronborg Christmas Eve The large royal coach came to a stop in front of the gate to Brightvale Castle. Solarin, Brightvale's official Royal Steed, lowered his head; the load had been much heavier than usual, and he was exhausted from pulling the carriage through fifteen centimetres of fresh snow. by joyfulcabbage
	A Wintery Customer The Day of Giving draws near at the Snowdrift Café, when an unusual customer arrives. Collab with whitefriar by kadface
	Carolling Adventures “Fa la la la LAAAA!” Carole the Shoyru belted as loud as she could. Her voice echoed off of the walls of the Ice Caves, travelling through the slopes and, in Carole’s mind, spreading holiday cheer to all of Terror Mountain’s residents. by maddie_bangz
	Gifts for the Snow Beast The Snow Beast watched the snow fall steadily outside as he waited in his cave. It was finally the month of Celebrating, and he wanted nothing more than to... celebrate! by ningkov1
	Borovan Black Hole An off-season chat over some hot Borovan leads Tobias Sigmir to some revelations on Yooyuball's infamous Black Hole. by illogicalatlas
	Queen Fyora’s Void Holiday Queen Fyora awoke to the sound of a few Darblats sliding down a mountain. by black_skull725

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A Very Neopian Holiday Reading Guide

The Month of Celebrating is upon us, and with it comes the twinkling lights, the scent of hot borovan, and the rush of last-minute shopping in the Neopian Plaza. Whether you’re trying to perfect your holiday cookie recipe, wrangle a Raindorf into wearing a festive hat, or just survive a particularly awkward holiday party, there’s a book for that. The Neopian library shelves are stocked full of holiday-themed reads to inspire, entertain, and (hopefully) keep the Meepits at bay. Grab your reading glasses (or borrow a Spyder’s monocle) and dive into this ultimate guide to holiday-themed books. We’ve got titles to match every mood and activity this season! Baking and Treat-Making There’s no better way to get into the holiday spirit than by filling your Neohome with the smells of freshly baked goodies. These books will turn your kitchen into a confectionery masterpiece: 101 Candy Cane Recipes: Candy canes are as versatile as they are delicious. From Peppermint Pancakes to candy cane casserole (yes, it’s a thing), this book offers recipes to satisfy even the pickiest Neopet. Creative Holiday Treats: Think holiday baking is just about cookies? Think again! Learn to create jellybean-topped gingerbread houses, Negg-stuffed pies, and even chocolate snowflakes. Perfect for impressing guests—or bribing them to leave early. Sculpting Food Holiday Edition: For the Neopian who believes food is art, this guide will help you create edible masterpieces that double as centerpieces. (Pro tip: don’t let the Meepits eat the display.) Seasonal Attack Pea Recipes Cookbook: Is the Pea the chef or the ingredient? Either way, this book is full of unexpected flavors. Pair it with your favorite Battledome gear for a culinary adventure. Decorating Your Neohome Turning your Neohome into a winter wonderland takes creativity, a good sense of balance, and perhaps a little magic. These books will help you create a space that screams, “Happy Month of Celebrating!” Decorating with Lights: Cover everything in lights—trees, furniture, maybe even your Petpet. This guide also includes a handy section on avoiding power outages. Holiday Decorating Hints: The perfect read for beginners who need basic advice, like “Step one: get a tree.” Includes bonus tips on...

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