The Birds' Christmas Carol
About this audiobook
A timeless holiday classic of hope, generosity, and the true meaning of Christmas.
Born on a crisp, snowy Christmas morning, young Carol Bird has always been the bright, shining heart of her family. True to her name, she spends her childhood filling her home with music, laughter, and an unbreakable giving spirit.
But as her tenth birthday approaches, a severe illness confines Carol to her bed. Though her body is weak, her heart remains larger than ever. Looking out her window, she spots the Ruggles family—a large, lively, and deeply impoverished brood living at the back of the property.
Rather than mourning her own illness, Carol sets out to plan a magnificent surprise. She is determined to give the nine Ruggles children a Christmas celebration they will never forget, complete with a grand feast, laughter, and gifts. What follows is a beautiful, bittersweet afternoon where the barriers of wealth and circumstance melt away under the magic of a child’s love.
Perfect for fans of Little Women and A Christmas Carol, this beautifully touching Victorian tale has captivated generations. It stands as a gentle, enduring reminder that the greatest treasures in life are the ones we give away.
“A beautiful mixture of gentle humor and heartwarming tenderness.”
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About the author
Kate Douglas Wiggin (1856–1923) was an American educator, author, and pioneer of the kindergarten movement in the US. She founded the first free kindergarten in San Francisco in 1878 and wrote the classic children’s novel Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm. Her work emphasized early childhood education, and she was a celebrated author of children’s literature.
Marnye Young is a stage, screen, and voice actor and has recorded hundreds of audiobooks. Marnye has an MFA from David Geffen Yale School of Drama and is the recipient of numerous awards, including SOVAS and Earphones. She has done voice-over work for major brands like Microsoft as well as video games. She is a coach and a mentor. Marnye is best known for her role as Lady Anne in the SAG-AFTRA film Richard III with William Daniels. She is a Jane Austenite and a Shakespeare buff. When Marnye isn’t working she is busy “moming” her identical twin girls.
