November 22, 2025
The Christmas Book Flood

Do you know about the Christmas Book Flood that happens on Christmas Eve every year in Iceland? During World War II, gifts were scarce in Iceland. But books were still available. So on Christmas Eve every year since Icelanders have exchanged books and read (often by firelight, at least in imagination). I think it’s a lovely idea. Can you think of someone, perhaps in your family, that you’d like to give a book to? Why not do it this year and introduce your loved ones to a new tradition.