The Gift Exchange: A YA Holiday Anthology (Ebook)

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A heartwarming young adult anthology that celebrates the magic, messiness, and true meaning of the holiday season.

In these ten standalone stories, teens navigate grief, love, friendship, and the surprises that come wrapped in unexpected packages. From a holiday heist to a magical keychain, a storm-delayed reunion to a secret society, each story explores how giving—and receiving—can open hearts and heal old wounds.

Featured stories include:

“Gift of Christmas Present” by Katie Fitzgerald
“Mad-Dashing Through the Snow” by Justine Gunn
“Tater Tot” by Desi Stowe
“When the Snow Settles” by Kate Ormand
“The First Christmas” by Jessica Daniliuk
“Cereal Thieves” by Gwen Cole
“One Perfect Gift” by Caroline Baccene
“Tinsel and Tangled Hearts” by Amy Kelly
“Share the Love” by Katherine Rea
“Snow People” by Lisa Freeman

Whether through new love, chosen family, or long-overdue reconciliation, The Gift Exchange shows that the holidays are less about what’s under the tree and more about the people around it. Perfect for fans of cozy and contemporary romance, found family, and meaningful moments.

A heartwarming young adult anthology that celebrates the magic, messiness, and true meaning of the holiday season.

In these ten standalone stories, teens navigate grief, love, friendship, and the surprises that come wrapped in unexpected packages. From a holiday heist to a magical keychain, a storm-delayed reunion to a secret society, each story explores how giving—and receiving—can open hearts and heal old wounds.

Featured stories include:

“Gift of Christmas Present” by Katie Fitzgerald
“Mad-Dashing Through the Snow” by Justine Gunn
“Tater Tot” by Desi Stowe
“When the Snow Settles” by Kate Ormand
“The First Christmas” by Jessica Daniliuk
“Cereal Thieves” by Gwen Cole
“One Perfect Gift” by Caroline Baccene
“Tinsel and Tangled Hearts” by Amy Kelly
“Share the Love” by Katherine Rea
“Snow People” by Lisa Freeman

Whether through new love, chosen family, or long-overdue reconciliation, The Gift Exchange shows that the holidays are less about what’s under the tree and more about the people around it. Perfect for fans of cozy and contemporary romance, found family, and meaningful moments.

Praise for The Gift Exchange

“Oh. My. Gosh. This was the cutest collection of stories. I loved the variety that kept me laughing, crying and everything in between. The character development in each story was great. I felt invested in each one. I love a good romance, especially one that is centered around the holidays. So many in one place was perfect.”

“It isn’t just one kind of holiday story: Winter means a lot of different things to different people, and I love that this collection reflects that. You get celebrations, quiet moments, messy family dynamics, and the kind of small joys that make this season feel special.”

“Very sweet YA holiday stories, some triggered memories of when I was a kid. No adult content, perfect for kids to read and enjoy as well during the holiday season!”

The Gift Exchange: A YA Holiday Anthology
And You Press

Edited by Nicole Frail

Release Date: November 7, 2025

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