Bah Humug

Bah Humug is a warm, modern retelling of Charles Dickens's timeless Christmas tale, told through the eyes of a young boy preparing for a school production. This heartwarming story blends holiday magic with a candid look at family, connection, and the moments that bring us home. Perfect for middle-grade readers and families who love uplifting, thoughtful Christmas stories, Bah Humug, in its paperback edition, carries a hopeful, comforting tone that invites you to linger in the spirit of the season. Written in a warm, accessible voice, Bah Humug unfolds with short chapters and a steady, cinematic pace. The school production backdrop gives space for both nerves and growth as the boy learns to balance performance with honesty, and the narrative threads a heartfelt plea to a father who is too often away on business. The fresh, contemporary dialogue and gentle humor keep the story lively, while its themes of love, forgiveness, and connection feel timeless rather than sentimental. Readers follow the boy as he discovers that Christmas cheer is more than stage lights and lines—it’s about how we show up for the people we love. Bah Humug invites readers to pause, reflect, and embrace warmth and togetherness, offering a gentle reminder of what truly matters during the holidays. Fresh, modern retelling of Dickens' A Christmas Carol with a hopeful, contemporary twist Protagonist-driven story about courage, family, and reconnection School production backdrop that sparks personal growth and a tender message to a busy parent Warm, accessible writing with light humor and emotional depth Easy-to-follow pacing and short chapters, ideal for read-alouds or independent reading Leaves readers thinking about love, warmth, and togetherness long after the last page Bah Humug leaves readers with a renewed sense of what matters most this season—the love of family and the willingness to reach out. It’s a comforting, uplifting reminder that the holiday spirit lives in everyday moments, making Bah Humug a lasting addition to any holiday reading list.