My Story Is in Chicken Soup for the Soul: That Christmas Feeling
Three Stories, One Grateful Heart: My Story Is in Chicken Soup for the Soul: That Christmas Feeling
By Denise R. Fuller, Author of Dirty Washing
One of my favorite holiday memories is now officially part of a Chicken Soup for the Soul book! Chicken Soup for the Soul: That Christmas Feeling: 101 Tales of Holiday Joy was published on September 29, 2026. I'm honored to say it's my third Chicken Soup story.
If you've followed me for my writing on clay and wellness, this might seem like a change of subject. It really isn't. Whether I'm writing about clay, the beauty industry, or a moment from my own life, I'm doing the same thing: sharing something true in the hope it helps someone else feel a little more grounded and a little less alone.
What's Inside That Christmas Feeling
This collection has 101 true, personal stories about the magic and fun of the holiday season. It covers Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas and New Year's, so there's something here no matter which holidays your family celebrates.
You'll find stories of unexpected kindness, long-awaited family reunions, and holiday miracles. You'll also find plenty of funny ones, because every family has at least one holiday that went completely sideways. Some will make you laugh, some will make you tear up, and many will remind you of your own holidays.
The editors also kept the youngest readers in mind. The book is "Santa safe," which means it keeps the magic alive for even the most curious kids. You can leave it on the coffee table without worrying about spoiling anything.
And it gives back. Royalties from this book benefit Toys for Tots, which helps children and families across the country. Every copy you buy helps put a gift under someone's tree.
Three Times a Chicken Soup Contributor
This book is part of a bigger journey for me. I've now been published in three Chicken Soup for the Soul books:
Chicken Soup for the Soul: Grieving, Loss and Healing
Chicken Soup for the Soul: Let It Go: 101 Stories of Forgiveness & Freedom
Chicken Soup for the Soul: That Christmas Feeling
Seeing those three spines stacked on my shelf means more to me than I can easily say. Together they cover grief, forgiveness and joy, which is a lot of what a life holds. Writing about loss taught me to be honest. Writing about forgiveness taught me to let go. And writing about the holidays reminded me to hold on to the good moments and share them.
Each time, I've been humbled to see my words alongside so many other writers who were brave enough to share their own stories. It's a community I'm deeply grateful to be part of.
Why This Is the Perfect Season Read
The holidays can be wonderful and hectic at the same time. There are gatherings, travel and long to-do lists. This book is meant to help you de-stress and brighten your season, and the winter that follows.
The stories are short, so you can read one with your morning coffee, one before bed, or a few on a quiet afternoon. They make lovely gifts too, for a friend who needs some encouragement, a family member who loves holiday traditions, or a host who's opened their home to you. It's also a good book to read aloud with family on a cold night.
That's the same thing I try to share through Dirty Washing. Taking care of yourself isn't only about what you put on your skin. It's also about what fills up your cup. A good story, read slowly in a cozy chair, is a kind of self-care too.
Where to Find It
Chicken Soup for the Soul: That Christmas Feeling is available now in bookstores, online, and as an audiobook. You can find it on Amazon, Barnes & Noble and Bookshop.org, or learn more on the Chicken Soup for the Soul website:
If you read my story, I'd love to hear what you think. Leave a comment below, send me a message, or tag me when you share it. And if one of the stories reminds you of a holiday memory of your own, write it down. You never know where it might end up.
From my heart to yours, thank you for reading, for supporting my writing, and for being part of this journey. Wishing you and your family a season full of joy, kindness, and that Christmas feeling.
With gratitude, Denise R. Fuller
Author of Dirty Washing | 3X Chicken Soup for the Soul Contributor
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