By Nina Stibbe, abridged by Sara Davies
From perennially dry turkeys to Christmas pudding fires, sham Santas and the quest for the ultimate party playlist, An Almost Perfect Christmas is a set of hilarious (and highly relatable) short stories and personal reflections on the joys and insanity of Christmas from the author of Love, Nina.
Going Home for Christmas: Is there any way to get out of going home for Christmas?
A Present for Teacher: A darkly comic tale of the last day of term and Christmas homework.
Swim to Santa Claus: A fictional tale of Santa confusion and bikini envy.
Merry Xmas Everybody: How to make the perfect festive playlist and pass off shop-bought mince pies as homemade.
Turkey and Me: On the impossibility of moist turkey and the dangers of Christmas puddings.
Read by Sally Phillips
Produced by Mair Bosworth for BBC Audio in Bristol
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William, I thank you much for bringing so many excellent posts to Times Past!! I am very appreciative. Wishing you a happy and healthy New Year!!
Hi Bill, thanks for these short stories! I can't wait to listen to them!! Hope you had a great Christmas, and have a happy, healthy New Year!