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34 Best Christmas Short Story Ideas

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Santa Claus had one too many pork chops during the pre-Christmas feast, and now he's stuck in the chimney — and there are footsteps approaching!

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You participated in your office's Secret Santa, but no one will admit to buying your gift. Write a story about the search for the mysterious gifter.

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34 Best Christmas Short Story Ideas

Santa Claus had one too many pork chops during the pre-Christmas feast, and now he's stuck in the chimney — and there are footsteps approaching!

You participated in your office's Secret Santa, but no one will admit to buying your gift. Write a story about the search for the mysterious gifter.

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