Who doesn’t love a good Christmas story?

Oh, there’s always one in the group . . . Well, that’s okay because these prompts can not only be the start of a Christmas classic, but also the spark for that sinister tale that happens to take place under the mistletoe. Hell, one of these could jump start that Christmas screenplay you’ve had in mind. By this time next year, we could all be watching “Miracle in Malibu,” starring Mario Lopez and Tori Spelling on ABC Family. It could happen . . . (and don’t forget about who got you on the road to Christmas Special Stardom).

• The string of lights hung down . . .
• I had just wrapped the last present when . . . 
• Anna dreaded opening the gift from . . .
• If the fruitcake could talk . . .
• The Christmas lights reflected off of the  . . .
• “Now you know why I [fill in the blank] the holidays,” Dave told me.
• His Christmas sweater said it all. 
• A box of candy canes was all that remained. 

Have a wonderful holiday and happy writing!