Twelve Dates ‘Til Christmas

by Dashia Renee Williams

Everybody knows Aspen Evers is thriving during this Christmas season. She’s working at her family’s store as the top decorator, she’s dreaming of baking cookies, and she knows every word to any Christmas song that can be named. The only thing throwing her off this year is the fact that she keeps meeting a handsome stranger over and over again. She can’t help but wonder…

Is it all a coincidence?

Or is the holiday magic finally in her favor?

Genres: Christmas, Holiday

150 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 29, 2025

Reviews

['The Book Queen' · Rating 4 out of 5]

A cute Christmas story

The story was cute, it had sweet moments and it mostly held my attention. The non-existent drama was another good feature. Fair warning, you will like the storyline if you are looking for a sweet mildly romantic love story.

[Mayras mini book reviews · Rating 4 out of 5]

True rating 3 1/2
🎄 I recommend this to someone looking for a cozy cute Christmas romance packed into a small package with no spice.
I really enjoyed the flirty banter between the two MCs and the friendship banter between the FMC and her bestie. Driving to the mall just to see a crush is totally something me and my bestie would have done. There is so much Christmas packed into this story. Decor, Santa, music, shopping, family time and even seasonal nicknames. Loved all the times they ran into each other before they started officially dating. The miscommunication trope worked here because she only knew him for a few days so that blind trust was not there yet. How they found their way back to each other was Christmas kismet.

[Mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is kind of falling in love most people hope to experience at least once.

I love books that people just fall in love and that is what you get from this one. There’s something really satisfying about watching two people slowly open up, let their guards down, and realize that love doesn’t always arrive in grand gestures. The romance is sweet without being over-the-top, and the chemistry builds in a way that feels natural. It captures that hopeful, fluttery feeling of new love—the kind that makes you believe in timing, and the idea that something good can come when you least expect it.

[Courtney Coco · Rating 5 out of 5]

Noah and Aspen cute short Christmas story was beautiful, I smiled from ear to ear reading this, it gave me a little Christmas spirit and Hallmark vibes. Though Noah and Aspen only knew each other for a short time it was like love at first sight they couldn’t stop running into each other and the vibes was just there, like they knew each for years. Though they had a minor setback I’m glad it worked out in the end! 10/10🔥

[Alexandria Stanton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Meet Cute

This story was adorable and right on time for Christmas 🎄. I chose to read it 12 days until Christmas & I’m so glad I did. Noah & Aspen kept on having these adorable little meetings. As if they were meant to be. I do think Aspen jumped to conclusions way too fast, but I’m glad they overcame that tiny incident. 🥹 Adding to my cozy holiday reads list for sure! Great job, Dashia.

[Sharita Avery · Rating 3 out of 5]

I wanted to read a light and fluffy Christmas themed book and this was exactly that. For the most part I enjoyed it but the fmc was slightly irritating because she just seemed so naive. If I had a dollar for every time she giggled, I could buy an amazing dinner for myself. I guess that’s the point of a light read though. Overall it was cute.

[Nadia Latai (Nadiasbookishworld86) · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am a Dashia renee williams fan and this cozy Christmas novella was soooo sweet and amazing!! Aspen and Noah's instalove was so nostalgic of holiday movies. I ate it right up!! workplace romance, Christmas time, ahhhh yessssss🎄🎄🎄🎄

[Dannireads17 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cute Holiday Novella

This was a cute holiday read. I wanted to read because the cute cover caught my eye but the story was just as cute. Coincidental meetings, a misunderstanding & lots of swooning makes for the perfect Hallmark vibe story.

[LaTonya Jackson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Aspen & Noah

I’m always up for a short, cute, cozy Christmas read, and this one delivered. Aspen and Noah were absolutely adorable together, those two kept a smile on my face the entire time.

[Elizabeth Benavidez · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Quick Hit of Christmas Magic

A fun, fast paced read to get you in the holiday spirit. I loved the familiar feel of Christmas traditions and enjoyed how much it was intwined in the build of the relationship. Good humor, adorable meet cute, and a little twist before the finale!

[Natasha Renee · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute, quick holiday read with zero 🌶. The 2 main characters were both Christmas personified 🎄 I will say, the way the FMC handles conflict was grinding my gears! The MMC was so intentional & sweet.

[Authoress Nadia Nicole · Rating 4 out of 5]

A cute festive read

The errors almost took me out of the story, but I’m glad I stuck it out. A cute festive read.

[Paula Jones · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read

This was a good read that held my attention from the beginning to the end. I’m looking forward to reading more from this author.

[Ashley · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars

Super cute Christmas story. The character artwork throughout was really cute. The red and green text was a cute touch, too.

[Robbie Burnett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Petty

This girl was petty as he'll and do juvenile trivial responses to her main man. She needs to some old school love songs.

[Julie Small · Rating 2 out of 5]

This was rated for what it’s for .. a short Christmas novella ..

[Natasha Kalvi · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was honestly such a cute read! The pics at the end of each chapter were a fun touch and matched the scenes so well. The quick plot twist was actually pretty good too. Overall, definitely worth it. Gave me Hallmark Christmas movie vibes.

[Clash · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an adorable Christmas read! I loved the pictures after the chapters. I loved the love at first sight take and she made it so realistic.