Kringle’s Emporium is a middle-grade children’s book by Jemma Hatt that is the perfect story for the holiday season!
Title: Kringle’s Emporium
Author: Jemma Hatt
First Published: October 7, 2025
Publisher: Elmside Publishing
Genres: children’s books
Acquired: from the author
*** Thank you to the author, Jemma Hatt, for providing me with an ebook for review purposes. ***
When Laney and Ben stumble through the door of Kringle’s Emporium, they step into a world of hidden wonders. But the emporium is more than a shop of curiosities. It is Kris Kringle’s travelling hiding place, and the magic of Christmas is in danger.
Along with Ben’s mischievous sister Millie, the pair decipher the shop’s enchanted objects to face a global mission. All the while, they must avoid the shadowy organisation threatening to steal Kringle’s powers and the school bullies determined to ruin their unlikely friendship.
As snow falls across the town of Six Pines and the clock ticks towards Christmas Day, Laney and Ben discover that courage – and magic – sparkle in the most unexpected places.
A charming seasonal tale
I generally don’t read any holiday books before November, but I couldn’t resist this one when Jemma kindly sent me a copy. Just look at that cover!
While I absolutely adore all of Jemma’s books, I wasn’t sure what to expect in this holiday story. But honestly, why was I even doubting it? This book is, in a word, CHARMING. It’s a lovely story of friendship, kindness, and adventure.
I love Ben and Laney’s friendship and how they work together to stand up to bullies, work together, and believe in themselves and each other.
It’s a lovely children’s story that could easily become a classic and family favourite, something that is read every holiday season. The cover and illustrations by Andrew Smith are lovely and I wish there were more (I mean, is it too much to wish for an animated holiday special?) and I can’t wait to share this with my nephew and niece!
Quote from Kringle’s Emporium
