Issue of December 22, 2014

The Elegance of the Hedgehog: Book Review by Wendy Robards — Book review "The Elegance of the Hedgehog"

In her novel, "The Elegance of the Hedgehog," Muriel Barbery has written an exceptional story about appearance, class, beauty, and the search for meaning in one's life.

Personal (if irreverent) Reflections on Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" by Dan Mulhollen — Essay opinion

Ah, Christmas -- and the traditional story of Scrooge...

The Magic of Snowflakes and Diamonds by Ndaba Sibanda — Poem unrhymed

"...toward the magic of the snow..."

When Fairy Tales Come Alive 10 by Lydia Manx — Serial fiction fantasy

Delilah knows how to deal with a troll, you better believe it...