One Christmas in Our Building

A Publishers Weekly 2023 Holiday Books for Kids and Teens selection

'A heart-warming picture book full of Christmas spirit and demonstrates the importance of generosity, kindness and friendship. Young readers are sure to enjoy trying to solve the mystery of the missing turkey.'
-- BookTrust

'A sweet, winning Yuletide offering. With touches of humour, this charming story underplays holiday trappings and emphasises kindness and cooperation. Delightful illustrations.'
-- Kirkus Reviews

'Only Murders in the Building – picture book style!'
-- School Library Journal, '2023 Transcendent Holiday Picture Books'

'This contemporary urban Christmas story gives a modern touch to the story of the Nativity.'
-- The Geek Review, 'Ten Kids' Books Perfect for Christmas Gifts in 2023'

'Neighbours become friends in a joyous celebration of holiday cheer and goodwill to all… A well-crafted Christmas tale that is incredibly satisfying.'
-- School Library Journal

'It captures the true meaning of the festive season through the eyes of a child, who lives in a diverse community in a large apartment block. It is a gentle mystery story where kindness and togetherness are key.'
-- Kindling

'A great lesson about holidays and what is important.'
-- Youth Services Book Review

'Celebrations rarely go smoothly, and it's important for young readers to see that one can still be happy even when things go wrong. A unique, heart-warming story about community spirit and togetherness.'
-- YA Books Central

'A feel-good picture book about community, keeping it together when things don't go according to plan, and about how sometimes the best celebrations are spontaneous.'
-- Five Books, 'Best Kids' Books of 2023'

'A sweet story of community spirit and friendship.'
-- Fairfield County District Library

'A lovely story that many adults can relate to. Caring for one another and enjoying the holiday season together is what this time of year is all about.'
-- ThreeLittleLovesLibrary (Instagram)

'A more realistic view of family time during the holidays, one that shares the typical stresses of the season, while celebrating community, family, and friends during the holidays, and together sharing the many blessings we do have.'
-- KidsCornerBookClub (Instagram)

'One of my favourite Christmas books I’ve read so far. I love the heartwarming message about community spirit and it's great for showing my children the true meaning of Christmas.'
-- Posie's Book Club (Instagram)

'Beautifully illustrated, inclusive, diverse and centered around kindness, A heartwarming tale focusing on the spirit of community rather than a picture perfect Christmas.'
-- LightsOutWithLouise (Instagram)

'The book's illustrations are modern and detailed, highlighting the diversity within the apartment building which adds to the story's contemporary and inclusive feel. What better way to capture the Christmas spirit than reading a story about community, the importance of coming together in times of need, and the joy found in shared experiences? A unique Christmas story focusing on community spirit over perfection.'
-- StorybookMamma (Instagram)

'A feel good story about the importance of community and kindness... A modern-day classic!'
-- MrJsThornton (Instagram)

'Filled with eye-catching and delightful details, this comical and creative Christmas whodunit will captivate and charm year after year.'
-- OliviaTheLibrarian (Instagram)

'The kids had fun trying to guess what happened to the turkey in this festive story of community and Christmas spirit.'
-- Jazming007 (Instagram)