
Three spirited girls, fresh from school on a chilly November afternoon, find themselves restless and eager for a fresh adventure. When the idea of a “Christmas Makers’ Club” springs from their chatter, they quickly decide to meet every Friday, each offering a different home as a possible headquarters. Their excitement is contagious, and even the prospect of a simple, secret gathering feels like a grand mission.
As they sketch out plans, the girls bring their distinct personalities to the club: Elsa, the thoughtful oldest with a hint of mystery; Betty, the lively leader who loves to explore new spaces; and little Alice, bright‑eyed and full of wonder. Together they imagine decorating projects, secret gifts, and festive games, all while navigating the gentle boundaries set by adults. Their friendship deepens as they learn the joy of teamwork, the magic of the season, and the simple pleasure of turning an ordinary afternoon into something truly memorable.
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (328K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
United States: L. C. Page & Company, 1908.
Credits
Charlene Taylor, Krista Zaleski and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Release date
2023-01-21
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
b. 1869
A little-known early 20th-century writer, she is best remembered today through public-domain works preserved by Project Gutenberg. The surviving record is sparse, but her books still offer a glimpse of the reading world of her time.
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