2025 Holiday Indie Children’s Book Reading List
- Clare Short
- 2 days ago
- 3 min read
The holidays are a great time to slow down, relax, and enjoy stories with the
children in your life. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or
simply love the spirit of the season, this year’s Holiday Indie Children’s Book
Reading List brings together a collection of books written by independent
authors who care deeply about storytelling, creativity, and connection.
Each book in this list was submitted directly by the author and reflects their
unique voice. You will find stories that highlight kindness, courage, imagination,
friendship, and adventure. These titles make thoughtful gifts for families,
classrooms, and holiday celebrations throughout December.
Supporting independent authors helps keep fresh ideas and diverse stories in
the world. Your purchases, shares, and reviews all make a meaningful difference.
How to Support This Holiday Book List
1. Explore the books and visit the author's websites.
2. Purchase using the links provided.
3. Leave an honest review after reading.
4. Share the digital flip book with friends, family, teachers, librarians, and your
social media community.
5. Help spread the word by encouraging others to read and support indie
authors.
Give the gift of stories this holiday season and help independent authors
continue creating books children love.
2025 Holiday Indie Children’s Book Reading List
Merry Christmas, Missy Moo
A cozy Christmas tale filled with kindness, friendship, and a touch of holiday magic.
Website: https://www.mrs-bs-books.com/
The Candies’ Last Stand
Magical candies team up in a Kindergarten holiday adventure that blends teamwork,
friendship, and chaos.
Website: https://rachaeltarfmanperez.com/
Here We Go Again! A Story About Bullying
Peter the panther learns to find his voice with the help of a trusted friend as he
navigates a bullying challenge.
Petunia the Perfectionist
Petunia discovers that mistakes are part of life and that joy matters more than
perfection.
Website: https://marissabader.com/
Pennygirl’s Rescue
Told from the perspective of a rescue dog, Penny’s journey highlights courage,
love, and the hope for a forever family.
Website: http://www.judymcgeeauthor.com/
DOGFISH and the Gift of Inclusion
Dogfish and friends search for Ollie before a birthday celebration can begin,
showing that everyone belongs.
Website: https://www.dogfishtales.com/
Penelope and the Power of Positivity
Penelope learns how to replace doubt with confidence using the power of her
words and the magic of “yet.”
Website: https://pictureperfectreads.com/
Are You Bored?
Three children discover how imagination can turn boring moments into new
adventures.
Website: http://www.monikamarzec.com/
Ready Steady
Lyra prepares for Sports Day and imagines one adventure after another as she
searches for her “go.”
Website: https://www.beckyedwardsbooks.com/
The Boy Who Wanted to Fly
Max dreams of soaring and learns with his sister that creativity and
perseverance can bring dreams to life.
Website: https://www.farialsbooks.com/
Count to 20 with the Silly Dinosaurs
A playful counting book that invites preschoolers to find a hidden bird dinosaur
on each page.
Website: https://www.quilltownbooks.com/
Polar Post: An Erutuf National Park Novel
Reese and Dean return to a magical national park and face their coldest and
most challenging mission yet.
Website: https://www.kathycherrybooks.com/
A Courageous, Clever Crow Series: Go Gladiator!
Three clever crows time-travel to Ancient Rome and explore gladiator games,
feasts, and Roman life.
How I Saved the Ants!
Cheeku meets tiny ants deep underground and receives a life-changing blessing
from their queen.
When the Moon Sleeps, Do You Think He Dreams?
A child wonders what the moon might dream about during the day in this
imaginative bedtime adventure.
Website: https://davidklochkobooks.com/
Bo the Boat
A gentle lift-the-flap sea adventure that supports early speech and language
development.
Website: http://www.clareshort.com/
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