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Wicked Witches of the Midwest Shorts #10
Merry Witchmas
It’s a Christmas from the past but the usual players aren’t all that different.
Tillie Winchester is annoyed with the world – what else is new, right? – and she’s fraying under the pressure. Her nieces believe she’s a bad influence on the youngest Winchester generation – especially an acerbic Thistle – and they want her to set a good example.
That’s not easy when she’s fighting with her arch nemesis and trying to convince Bay, Clove and Thistle they didn’t really discover a dead body at the annual tree-lighting ceremony.
Between a baking contest she’s determined to win, Thistle’s deteriorating attitude, Clove’s penchant for crying whenever the mood strikes and Chief Terry’s suspicious nature as the fearsome foursome investigate a possible crime, Aunt Tillie has her hands full.
It’s Christmas, though, the most magical time of the year, and Tillie is determined to solve every problem – er, maybe make a few worse for Margaret Little if the opportunity arises – and deliver a happy yuletide extravaganza for her family.
Buckle up and put on your combat helmet, because Tillie plans on plowing her way to happiness… and she doesn’t care who gets in her path along the way.
Tillie Winchester is annoyed with the world – what else is new, right? – and she’s fraying under the pressure. Her nieces believe she’s a bad influence on the youngest Winchester generation – especially an acerbic Thistle – and they want her to set a good example.
That’s not easy when she’s fighting with her arch nemesis and trying to convince Bay, Clove and Thistle they didn’t really discover a dead body at the annual tree-lighting ceremony.
Between a baking contest she’s determined to win, Thistle’s deteriorating attitude, Clove’s penchant for crying whenever the mood strikes and Chief Terry’s suspicious nature as the fearsome foursome investigate a possible crime, Aunt Tillie has her hands full.
It’s Christmas, though, the most magical time of the year, and Tillie is determined to solve every problem – er, maybe make a few worse for Margaret Little if the opportunity arises – and deliver a happy yuletide extravaganza for her family.
Buckle up and put on your combat helmet, because Tillie plans on plowing her way to happiness… and she doesn’t care who gets in her path along the way.
111 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 6, 2016
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Amanda M. Lee
305 books2,907 followersWhen I was a kid, I was torn between whether or not I was going to grow up and be the Incredible Hulk or Wonder Woman. I flirted with being a Jedi Knight for awhile, but I wasn't up for the intense travel associated with the gig. In my teens, I settled on being a writer -- although I had no idea the effort that would entail.
Not only am I a writer now, but I'm a writer in several different mediums. I'm a longtime newspaper reporter, an avid reader and a voracious science fiction fanatic.
Not only am I a writer now, but I'm a writer in several different mediums. I'm a longtime newspaper reporter, an avid reader and a voracious science fiction fanatic.
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December 8, 2019
It's always good fun to spend the day with the Winchesters, and this was no exception. Many lol moments with Aunt Tillie and the younger versions of the three cousins.
April 14, 2020
Aunt Tilly; Leading by Example
Oh boy. Aunt Tully is definitely an example; just not necessarily the one Winnie, Marnie, and Twila had in mind, when they asked her to be on her best behavior, for once.
Well, asked isn't exactly right. It was what they demanded. Yeah. That's going to go over well with Aunt Tilly.
The girls may, or may not have seen a dead man in the woods at the tree lighting ceremony; Margaret Little may or may not have chopped him up in her bathtub as a blood sacrifice to dark magic, and the girls may or may not get their heart's desire for Christmas.
If Aunt Tilly has her way...All bets are off!
Read it and laugh at a unique aunt and her three small Christmas elves, as they figure it all out.
I just don't know how people are going to get their Christmas cards by the time Tully is done plowing snow.
Oh boy. Aunt Tully is definitely an example; just not necessarily the one Winnie, Marnie, and Twila had in mind, when they asked her to be on her best behavior, for once.
Well, asked isn't exactly right. It was what they demanded. Yeah. That's going to go over well with Aunt Tilly.
The girls may, or may not have seen a dead man in the woods at the tree lighting ceremony; Margaret Little may or may not have chopped him up in her bathtub as a blood sacrifice to dark magic, and the girls may or may not get their heart's desire for Christmas.
If Aunt Tilly has her way...All bets are off!
Read it and laugh at a unique aunt and her three small Christmas elves, as they figure it all out.
I just don't know how people are going to get their Christmas cards by the time Tully is done plowing snow.
January 28, 2020
I really like this series. Obviously it's near Christmas. This takes place some 18 years before the other part of the series so Bay, Clove and Thistle are all still fairly young and easily influenced by Aunt Tillie. The girls seem to have found a body in the forest but when it's checked later there is no body.
There's a lot of Aunt Tillie and her snow plow, yellow snow, brown snow and her very-lasting feud with Margaret Little. This time, though, we find out something about Margaret that ties directly into the disappearance of the body and something that shows another side of her.
Another enjoyable read.
There's a lot of Aunt Tillie and her snow plow, yellow snow, brown snow and her very-lasting feud with Margaret Little. This time, though, we find out something about Margaret that ties directly into the disappearance of the body and something that shows another side of her.
Another enjoyable read.
January 23, 2024
Aunt Tilly drags the kids into trouble
This is a Christmas short mystery from Aunt Tilly's point of view set in the past. It's after the kids get their puppy, Sugar, but they don't seem to have aged at all. If this is the next year, they should be a year older.
Tilly is dragging the kids on adventures of dubious legality, and Terry covers for her. That's all fine. It just bugs me how little the girls' mothers parent and how much they let Tilly get away with. They got cursed so they can't cook? Why not put up their feet, take the kids out to eat, and let Tilly fend for herself?
This is a Christmas short mystery from Aunt Tilly's point of view set in the past. It's after the kids get their puppy, Sugar, but they don't seem to have aged at all. If this is the next year, they should be a year older.
Tilly is dragging the kids on adventures of dubious legality, and Terry covers for her. That's all fine. It just bugs me how little the girls' mothers parent and how much they let Tilly get away with. They got cursed so they can't cook? Why not put up their feet, take the kids out to eat, and let Tilly fend for herself?
May 27, 2017
Oh I love me some Tillie
I love these short stories, especially the ones that are set in the past. In this story two girls are 11, 10 and 9 it's Christmas again and Aunt Tillie is spreading mischief. The author packs a full story with lots of humour, a little mystery and plenty of holiday cheer, Tillie style. So we have the plow to drive, yellow snow to deliver, looking for a body and a cooking competition to win, all with Tillies usual flair and the help of three very precocious girls.
I love these short stories, especially the ones that are set in the past. In this story two girls are 11, 10 and 9 it's Christmas again and Aunt Tillie is spreading mischief. The author packs a full story with lots of humour, a little mystery and plenty of holiday cheer, Tillie style. So we have the plow to drive, yellow snow to deliver, looking for a body and a cooking competition to win, all with Tillies usual flair and the help of three very precocious girls.
August 9, 2017
Tillie the softie
I am not sure how to possibly write this without it having spoilers. The way Tillie cares for her girls is so awesomely wholesome my eyes leak every time.
Even though this happens in the past and reading the entire "full length" series I know it can't happen yet, but I am soooo waiting for karma to bite Mrs. Little!
Off to the next great Winchester (short story) adventure!!!
I am not sure how to possibly write this without it having spoilers. The way Tillie cares for her girls is so awesomely wholesome my eyes leak every time.
Even though this happens in the past and reading the entire "full length" series I know it can't happen yet, but I am soooo waiting for karma to bite Mrs. Little!
Off to the next great Winchester (short story) adventure!!!
December 14, 2017
Vintage Winchester
This is vintage Winchester hijinks from Aunt Tillie's point of view. It's a short so the mystery is light but there's a really great look at a Winchester Christmas when Bay, Thistle, and Clove were preteen. It's lots of fun and snark for fans of the Wicked Witches of the Midwest.
This is vintage Winchester hijinks from Aunt Tillie's point of view. It's a short so the mystery is light but there's a really great look at a Winchester Christmas when Bay, Thistle, and Clove were preteen. It's lots of fun and snark for fans of the Wicked Witches of the Midwest.
June 13, 2020
This was not an interesting book. I have read about the antics of aunt tilly. Before. This book was not funny.or entertaining. Aunt Tully is not a good role.model for her great nices.. .
Also the moms need to have a strong i.put I the learning t of the girls. They just ran all.over the place with little discipline..
Also the moms need to have a strong i.put I the learning t of the girls. They just ran all.over the place with little discipline..
January 14, 2021
This is so good.
This story is told from Aunt Tillie's perspective. It is a funny and touching tale. Tillie is hilarious. The story and characters were intriguing and engaging, as always. I look forward to reading more about these characters and their further adventures. This book is definitely worth reading.
This story is told from Aunt Tillie's perspective. It is a funny and touching tale. Tillie is hilarious. The story and characters were intriguing and engaging, as always. I look forward to reading more about these characters and their further adventures. This book is definitely worth reading.
October 2, 2021
Because I am a real push for Aunt Tillie, Christmas, and Amanda M. Lee
Any time is a good time for Christmas. Especially Tillie Winchester is brand of holiday! Enjoy! Four more words needed here, but no spoilers! Seriously, these are all fun little reads. I hope Kindle pays her well!
Any time is a good time for Christmas. Especially Tillie Winchester is brand of holiday! Enjoy! Four more words needed here, but no spoilers! Seriously, these are all fun little reads. I hope Kindle pays her well!
May 19, 2023
Good read
Aunt Tillie is in fine form in this Christmas short story. She spends the week before Christmas with the girls and they have grand adventures according to Aunt Tillie. There are life lessons the Tillie way, loads of humor, poignant moments, and have a Kleenex for the end. Oh, and the story is told from Aunt Tillie's view. Highly recommend.
Aunt Tillie is in fine form in this Christmas short story. She spends the week before Christmas with the girls and they have grand adventures according to Aunt Tillie. There are life lessons the Tillie way, loads of humor, poignant moments, and have a Kleenex for the end. Oh, and the story is told from Aunt Tillie's view. Highly recommend.
August 4, 2023
Aunt Tillie is a hoot!
This is a story about the good and bad side of life. It also is about Christmas, the Winchester way. I have fallen in love with this series and wish they would make it into a TV show. If you like magic, mystery, and mayhem with a touch of snark then any book by Ms. Lee is for you.
This is a story about the good and bad side of life. It also is about Christmas, the Winchester way. I have fallen in love with this series and wish they would make it into a TV show. If you like magic, mystery, and mayhem with a touch of snark then any book by Ms. Lee is for you.
January 6, 2020
Favorite Story
This is a fantastic story. I love getting the back story to the characters in the series and knowing how the little girls will turn out. Great book. Highly recommend.
This is a fantastic story. I love getting the back story to the characters in the series and knowing how the little girls will turn out. Great book. Highly recommend.
April 7, 2021
Love reading about the Shenanigan that Aunt Tillie, and the stories involving Bay & Landon, Thistle & Marcus, and Clove & Sam and how they all make me laugh and cry through the books. Don't care how the narrator keeps changing.
August 25, 2025
a winner for yellow snow and cookie contests
Another neat little short story from aunt Tilly’s point of view. It was very cute and interesting to hear from her side. Of course Christmas stories are always Welcome.
Another neat little short story from aunt Tilly’s point of view. It was very cute and interesting to hear from her side. Of course Christmas stories are always Welcome.
December 7, 2016
Lovely
Great little story that leaves you with a smile and the Christmas spirit. The interaction between Chief Terry and the girls is especially heartwarming.
Great little story that leaves you with a smile and the Christmas spirit. The interaction between Chief Terry and the girls is especially heartwarming.
December 14, 2016
My no 1 favourite witch series! So funny! Lots of aunt tillie mischief! Love these little insights into the girls as children. Thank you!
January 22, 2017
Cute book
Always funny and entertaining. I liked this book. Tillie and the girls made for some funny interactions. All Christmas themed.
Always funny and entertaining. I liked this book. Tillie and the girls made for some funny interactions. All Christmas themed.
July 21, 2017
Lol funny
Told by Aunt Tillie and mainly featuring her and the girls when they were younger, I laughed out loud often!
Told by Aunt Tillie and mainly featuring her and the girls when they were younger, I laughed out loud often!
August 20, 2017
Loved it
This is a great book because it let's us get to know Sheriff Terry better. I love how Clove says her eyes are going to leak.
This is a great book because it let's us get to know Sheriff Terry better. I love how Clove says her eyes are going to leak.
September 8, 2017
A sweet holiday story that shows the best of my favorite characters. It gives an insight on future stories and shows some of the characters in better light.
January 9, 2018
Good Read
Ok so I love this series of books and seriously think it should be a TV show. The Winchester Witches are an enjoyable roller coaster every book is engaging.
Ok so I love this series of books and seriously think it should be a TV show. The Winchester Witches are an enjoyable roller coaster every book is engaging.
May 21, 2018
Aunt Tillie is such a 'Kick'! I am truly enjoying this series of books!! They are all SO entertaining!!! This one is no exception to that rule!
January 1, 2019
A story from Tillie's point of view
This brief look into Tillie's thoughts was wonderful. She is a mix of goodness and mayhem. I so enjoy the family dynamics in these stories.
This brief look into Tillie's thoughts was wonderful. She is a mix of goodness and mayhem. I so enjoy the family dynamics in these stories.
January 25, 2019
TRUE CHRISTMAS
Most of the book was about character traits, with little about Christmas. The last chapter, though, was about the true meaning of Christmas.
Most of the book was about character traits, with little about Christmas. The last chapter, though, was about the true meaning of Christmas.
March 17, 2019
Great Story
Unfortunately I had already read it in a box set I bought. Oh well. I need to be more careful in my purchases. I have read about 30 books and shorts in this series, that is how much I am enjoying it.
Unfortunately I had already read it in a box set I bought. Oh well. I need to be more careful in my purchases. I have read about 30 books and shorts in this series, that is how much I am enjoying it.
December 17, 2019
very good
January 13, 2020
Aunt Tillie
I get tired of Aunt Tillie and Thistle’s mouths. I don’t think I will read anymore Wicked Witches. Sorry. Just my opinion.
I get tired of Aunt Tillie and Thistle’s mouths. I don’t think I will read anymore Wicked Witches. Sorry. Just my opinion.
April 2, 2020
Another sweet story
I love this series, it is very well written and the story line is great. I can't stop reading and look forward to more stories about the Winchester Witches
I love this series, it is very well written and the story line is great. I can't stop reading and look forward to more stories about the Winchester Witches
August 20, 2020
Merry Witchmas
This was a very cute story which in parts made me laugh out loud. A very enjoyable holiday story to read.
This was a very cute story which in parts made me laugh out loud. A very enjoyable holiday story to read.
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