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Only for the Holidays

Give yourself a cosy happy-ever-after this Christmas!
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Only for the Holidays by Abiola Bello is a young adult novel that follows the protagonist on a festive journey filled with unexpected twists. As the holiday season unfolds, the story explores themes of friendship, personal growth, and the magic of new beginnings. With the backdrop of winter festivities, the protagonist must navigate through challenges and surprises, ultimately discovering what matters most during this special time of year.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by stories that blend romance and self-discovery set against the backdrop of the holiday season. The narrative weaves themes of personal growth and relationships, offering a heartfelt journey that resonates with the joys and challenges of young adulthood.

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Only for the Holidays

The Spanish Love Deception meets The Holiday in this fake dating romance about a city girl and country boy’s lives colliding at Christmas. 

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The Spanish Love Deception meets The Holiday for fans of Laurie Gilmore and Evie Woods in this fake dating romance about a city girl and country boy’s lives colliding at Christmas. The perfect gift for romance lovers.

City girl Tia Solanké is dreading the festive period. She’s on a break with her boyfriend, and the last thing she wants to do is spend Christmas away from London. Arriving at Saiyan Hedge Farm, Tia takes an instant disliking to it. She falls in horse manure, is chased by sheep, and the Wi-Fi is dreadful. How is she meant to stalk her ex now and concoct a foolproof plan to win him back?

Country boy Quincy Parker and his family run the farm, and this year they’ve been selected to host the biggest event in the town's calendar – the Winter Ball. Preparations are underway, and Quincy is working around the clock to make it a success. The only problem is, he’s told everyone he has a date to the ball, when in reality that couldn’t be further from the truth.

At first, Tia and Quincy don’t see eye to eye, until they realise they both have something to gain by pretending to be a couple. But when a snowstorm threatens to cancel the Winter Ball, their fake relationship is put to the test. Will Tia and Quincy be able to keep up the pretence and save the day, or will real feelings get in the way?

PRAISE FOR ABIOLA BELLO'S LOVE IN WINTER WONDERLAND:

‘A screen-worthy holiday romance.’ Joya Goffney, author of Excuse Me While I Ugly Cry

‘Gorgeous writing, witty dialogue, a magical setting and two characters you'll fall head over heels for.’ Jennifer Niven, author of All the Bright Places

‘I devoured this delicious YA rom-com. A treat to read any time of year.’ Katherine Webber, author of Twin Crowns

‘A wonderfully warm love story.’ Candice Brathwaite, author of Cuts Both Ways

‘A warm and cosy read that pulls you into the perfect winter romance. Abiola has given us all a gift to swoon over.’ Benjamin Dean, author of The King is Dead

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Only for the Holidays by Abiola Bello is a well-received young adult novel that captures the excitement and complexities of holiday romance and family dynamics. Reviewers commend the engaging characters and the vivid portrayal of the festive season, adding to its charm. It's noted for its heartwarming and relatable storyline, appealing to its target audience.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781398516908

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 October 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Simon & Schuster Ltd

Audience: Children, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Abiola Bello is a Nigerian-British, prize-winning, bestselling children’s and YA author who was born and raised in London. She is an advocate for diversity in books for young people. She’s the author of the award-winning fantasy series Emily Knight and was nominated for the CILIP’s Carnegie Award, won London’s BIG Read 2019, and was a finalist for the People’s Book Prize Best Children’s Book. Abiola contributed to The Very Merry Murder Club, a collection of mysteries from thirteen exciting and diverse children’s writers which published in October 2021 and was selected as Waterstones Children’s Book of the Month. Her debut YA, Love in Winter Wonderland, published in November 2022 and was an Amazon’s Editor’s Choice and was featured in The Guardian’s Children’s and Teens Best New Novels. Only for the Holidays published in October 2023 and was The Bookseller One To Watch, one of Waterstones Best Paperbacks of 2023 and was featured in The Guardian’s Children’s and Teens Best New Novels. Abiola won The Black British Business Awards 2023 for Arts and Media and The London Book Fair Trailblazer Awards 2018. She is the co-founder of Hashtag Press, Hashtag BLAK, The Diverse Book Awards and ink! She has appeared in Cosmopolitan, Female First Magazine, The Mirror, BBC1XTRA to name a few. As well as being a writer, Abiola is a professional dancer. She performed for more than a decade in prestigious venues including The Royal Opera House, The Barbican, Sadler's Wells, Hammersmith Apollo and Unicorn Theatre. Abiola has also appeared on BBC's The Apprentice, Got To Dance and Street Dance AllStars The Movie.

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