Can you recommend some free Christmas romance short stories?

One great Christmas romance short story is 'A Christmas Carol' by Charles Dickens. Although it's more about the transformation of Scrooge, there are elements of love and kindness that can be seen as romantic in a way. The new Scrooge is more open - hearted and there are hints of a new start in relationships.

Sure. 'The Little Match Girl' is a very well - known one. It tells the story of a poor little girl on a cold Christmas Eve. Another is 'A Christmas Carol' which shows how a miserly man changes his ways after being visited by spirits. And there's also 'The Gift of the Magi', a story about a young couple sacrificing their most precious possessions to buy gifts for each other, which really embodies the true spirit of Christmas.

There's 'The Nutcracker and the Mouse King' which inspired the famous ballet. It has a bit of a romantic undertone. The young girl Clara has a special connection with the Nutcracker, and their adventure through the Land of Sweets during Christmas time is full of magic and a touch of budding romance.

Sure. One free short romance story is 'Love in a Café'. It's about a young woman who frequents a small café. There she meets a charming man who also loves the unique coffee blends there. They start chatting over shared interests in coffee and books, and gradually fall in love. It's a sweet story of how a simple place can bring two souls together.

One short Christmas story could be about a lonely old man who on Christmas Eve is visited by a group of carol - singers. Their joy and the Christmas spirit they bring make him feel less alone. He then decides to join them in spreading the cheer around the neighborhood.

Sure. One common type of short Christmas story from 'guideposts' might be about a family coming together during Christmas after being apart for a long time. It shows the warmth and love that the holiday season brings to reunite families.

One of the great Christmas short stories from the list might be 'A Visit from St. Nicholas'. It's famous for lines like 'Twas the night before Christmas...'. This story gives a very detailed and charming account of Santa Claus's visit. There are also stories like 'The Snow Queen' which, although not strictly a typical Christmas story, has elements of winter and magic that are often associated with Christmas. Another is 'The Christmas Box', which is a story full of family, love and the true meaning of Christmas.

One short Christmas story is 'The Gift of the Magi'. It's about a young couple, Jim and Della. Della sells her long, beautiful hair to buy a chain for Jim's precious watch, while Jim sells his watch to buy combs for Della's hair. It shows the selfless love between them during Christmas.

Well, there's 'Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus'. It's a response to a little girl's question about the existence of Santa Claus. It has a very heartwarming message. Also, 'The Little Match Girl' by Hans Christian Andersen is a poignant Christmas short story that shows the harsh reality of a poor girl on a cold Christmas night.

Sure. 'The Little Match Girl' is a poignant Christmas short story. It's about a poor little girl who tries to sell matches on a cold Christmas night. As she lights the matches to keep warm, she has visions of wonderful things like a warm stove, a delicious meal, and her deceased grandmother. It's a sad yet thought - provoking story that reflects on the hardships some face during the holidays. Also, 'Yes, Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus' is a heartwarming one.