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Prima delivers real life guidance, inspiration & ideas to simplify the lives of modern woman today. In Prima Magazine there is something for everyone - advice on how to look and feel your best, time and money saving solutions, quick and easy food, beautiful homes and gardens, and above all everything you need to get the most out of life. Prima addresses the emotional needs of everyday women, covering issues relevant to every life stage, through shared experiences and real life inspiration and advice. Its tone is supportive, warm, helpful and fun, with a positive approach to life and a modern point of view.

Memories to treasure

‘This Christmas WITH LYRA WILL BE extra special’ • Christmas came early for former Strictly pros Janette Manrara and Aljaž Škorjanec when their longed-for daughter, Lyra, arrived this year. Here, they share why becoming parents has been the best gift ever

Our first family Christmas • This festive season, we’ll be…

All I want for CHRISTMAS… • is sumptuous knitwear, luxe velvet and a sprinkling of sequins. Here’s how to shine this festive season

‘The words I thought I’d never hear’ • For Irene Crammond, 74, from Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex, the simplest phrase meant so much.

‘We laughed and hugged, so happy to be reunited’ • An unexpected message at a desperately sad time changed everything for Sasha Paice, 38, from Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire.

‘Tears of joy rolled down my face’ • Sarah Lloyd, 46, from Farnborough, Hampshire, achieved her childhood dream this year.

20% off at JD Williams • Choose from a wide range of partywear and everyday styles, in sizes 8-32, all at home-shopping brand JD Williams

My life in outfits • The sky-high heels, famous wigs, bold makeup, eye-catching stage clothes… here, country legend Dolly Parton shares the secrets of her incredible style through the years

15% off Skin Proud, Hair Proud & Body Proud • Discover new hair, body and skincare heroes, all in one place

Could I really GIVE THE GIFT OF kindness? • Christmas is the time for helping others and while we might all want to do good deeds, sometimes putting them into practice doesn’t seem that easy. Here, writer Fiona Gibson gave it a go – with some unexpected results

1951 ‘We ate sausage and mash and decorated the tree’ • Rosemary Peplar, 97, lives in Framland, a Pilgrims’ Friend Society care home in Wantage, Oxfordshire.

1971 ‘Mum sipped Snowballs and we all watched Morecambe & Wise’ • Pam Appleby, 66, is director of a printing company and lives in Pontypool, South Wales, with her husband, Rob.

2023 ‘I thought I’d feel sad, but I love spending Christmas alone’ • Carole Railton, 72, is a body-language expert and author who lives in London.

BOARD GAMES through the ages • In his new book, Around The World In 80 Games, Marcus du Sautoy delves into the history of one of our favourite festive pastimes

PICK OF THE YEAR • John Lewis & Partners reveals its biggest sellers and top three Christmas picks

HOW TO WIN

‘QUIZZING just suits my HEAD’ • Following on from her hit quiz podcast, Perfect 10, Carol Vorderman has brought out a book that offers fun for all the family

PERFECT 10 QUIZ

‘I’m hooked on DUOLINGO!’ • Christabel Smith, 59, from Ramsgate, Kent, explains why the language learning app on her phone has her so addicted

WHY WE LOVE GAMES

Agatha at Christmas • Winter can often be a brilliant backdrop to a good crime story. Here, bestselling author Sophie Hannah reveals how Agatha Christie used cold, snowy weather to great effect…

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