{"product_id":"9780312370220","title":"On Strike for Christmas : A Novel","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eOn Strike for Christmas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor(s): Sheila Roberts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSheila Roberts' \u003ci\u003eOn Strike for Christmas\u003c\/i\u003e is a humorous, heartwarming novel about a community of women who are tired of feeling unappreciated for all the hard work they do at Christmas\u003c\/b\u003e—\u003cb\u003eso they stage a boycott.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt Christmastime, it seems as though a woman's work is never done. Trimming the tree, mailing the cards, schlepping to the mall, the endless wrapping—\u003ci\u003ebah humbug\u003c\/i\u003e! So this year, Joy and Laura and the rest of their knitting group decide to go on strike. If their husbands and families want a nice holiday—filled with parties, decorations, and presents—well, they'll just have to do it themselves. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe boycott soon takes on a life of its own when a reporter picks up the story and more women join in. But as Christmas Day approaches, Joy, Laura, and their husbands confront larger issues in their marriages and discover that a little holiday magic is exactly what they need to come together.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSheila Roberts gives the best gift of all in this funny, heartwarming novel that touches the very core of Christmas spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReview(s):\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Sheila Roberts makes me laugh.  I came away inspired, hopeful and happy.” —\u003ci\u003eDebbie Macomber, New York Times bestselling author of A Good Yarn and Christmas Letters\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“At last! An author who writes her way straight to the heart of every woman. This is the book to give your best friend, your mom, your sister, even your grandmother. Sheila Roberts gives us one of the most frank, funny and unforgettable books of the year. She writes with all the sweetness of Debbie Macomber, the uproarious humor of Jennifer Crusie and a touching honesty all her own. Prepare to spend the day in your bathrobe, with your fuzzy slippers on and a nice cup of tea, enjoying an irresistible read.” —\u003ci\u003eSusan Wiggs, New York Times bestselling author of The Winter Lodge\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Hilarious...a fun and festive debut.” —\u003ci\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Roberts' witty and effervescently funny holiday novel will warm hearts.  Realistic characters populate the pages of this captivating story, which is a great escape from the holiday hustle and bustle.” —\u003ci\u003eRomantic Times (Top Pick)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN:  9780312370220\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ","brand":"St. Martin's Griffin","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":40594035081422,"sku":"9780312370220","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/7029\/7806\/products\/getimage_69c6e8de-84dc-43c2-950c-59c7ea79d3a2.jpg?v=1637799632","url":"https:\/\/pickwickbookshop.com\/products\/9780312370220","provider":"Pickwick Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}