This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Free Book Program, which is open to all readers and is completely free. The author will provide you with a free copy of their book in exchange for an honest review. You and the author will discuss what sites you will post your review to and what kind of copy of the book you would like to receive (eBook, PDF, Word, paperback, etc.). To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email.
This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Book Review Exchange Program, which is open to all authors and is completely free. Simply put, you agree to provide an honest review an author's book in exchange for the author doing the same for you. What sites your reviews are posted on (B&N, Amazon, etc.) and whether you send digital (eBook, PDF, Word, etc.) or hard copies of your books to each other for review is up to you. To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email, and be sure to describe your book or include a link to your Readers' Favorite review page or Amazon page.
This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Book Donation Program, which was created to help nonprofit and charitable organizations (schools, libraries, convalescent homes, soldier donation programs, etc.) by providing them with free books and to help authors garner more exposure for their work. This author is willing to donate free copies of their book in exchange for reviews (if circumstances allow) and the knowledge that their book is being read and enjoyed. To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email. Be sure to tell the author who you are, what organization you are with, how many books you need, how they will be used, and the number of reviews, if any, you would be able to provide.
Pamela K. Kinney gave up long ago, ignoring the demanding voices in her head and has been writing ever since. Her horror short story, “Bottled Spirits,” was runner-up for the 2013 WSFA Small Press Award and considered one of the seven best genre short fiction for that year. She has various short stories and poems published in fiction and nonfiction anthologies, magazines, and online zines, a science fiction novella, an urban dark fantasy novel, five nonfiction ghost books, a nonfiction cryptid/indigenous mythologies book, and her first children’s picture book, Christmas Magic, which took 2nd place for the Book Fest Awards Spring 20204, for Children’s/Holiday. Her horror poem, “Dementia,” got her mentioned in Best Horror of the Year, Volume Thirteen. She had stories and poems in four horror anthologies released in 2024, plus her first Young Adult dark fantasy novel, Dmon Memories, first book in the Moon Ridge, Virginia trilogy.
Reviewed by Chad Richins for Readers' Favorite
Christmas Magic by Pamela K. Kinney is a beautifully envisioned tale that captures the joy and enchantment of the holiday season. The story highlights that Christmas is a time for everyone, not just humans, as it brings together a diverse array of creatures, both natural and fantastical, to join in the celebration. Readers are taken on a magical journey where animals and mystical beings, such as faeries, gather to honor Christmas beneath a starry midnight sky. The vivid imagery of twinkling lights, shimmering snow, and festive decorations immerses young readers in a world where magic feels palpable. The atmosphere is filled with a sense of unity and wonder, making the story timeless and reminding us that the spirit of Christmas can bring joy to all, regardless of their origins.
I admire how Pamela K. Kinney's writing in Christmas Magic is rich with imagery and mood. The scenes transition smoothly from the gentle ringing of church bells to the sparkling dance of the faeries and the arrival of the Faerie King and Queen. Each moment contributes to an overarching sense of joy and wonder, building toward a climactic celebration of unity and reverence. The pace is brisk yet intentional, allowing each enchanting scene to shine without feeling hurried. The characters symbolize the holiday's universal joy and inclusivity perfectly. The themes of unity, acceptance, and the shared spirit of Christmas resonate throughout the narrative. Particularly moving, especially with the illustrations by Brit Austin, is the imagery of everyone coming together peacefully, showing how Christmas has the power to bridge differences and foster harmony.
