O Holy Night:
A Modern Christmas Carol
Written and illustrated by Alleanna Harris
Published by Bloomsbury Children’s Books
Publishing on September 22, 2026
ISBN: 9781547614394
With lyrics adapted from the classic carol "O Holy Night," Alleanna Harris's luminous picture book celebrates the peace, light, and joy of Christmas.
O holy night, our hearts are brightly shining
Spreading our light and our love 'round the earth.
Follow along to the tune of the beloved song and join a family amid the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. Bask in the magical moments of Christmas traditions, from hunting for the perfect tree and hanging lights to brighten dark winter nights, to attending a Christmas Eve church service as a family.
With its modern take on a favorite carol, this lyrical, radiant picture book will inspire you to cherish time together with your nearest and dearest and be a light to others through the holiday season and beyond!
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Reviews
Harris uses rich color…, depth of perspective, and glowing light to immerse readers in each moment of the carefully curated nighttime scenes. Homey details… make the domestic scenes feel vivid and true to life. A delightful, warm and cozy Christmas read.
[A] joyous reimagining of a much-loved holiday carol. … Skillfully composed. … It’s an illuminating contemporary variation that matches the classic’s tone.
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