Chat Specials

Published by TI Media Limited Chat Specials is the monthly series spin-off from one of Britain's best-loved magazines. With eight ‘Seasonals' and five ‘Best Ofs', the series captures the very best from Chat. with the most gripping and moving stories that will get everyone talking. There's much more than just explosive real-life, though, with fabulous fashion, bargain beauty, health advice you can trust, top travel tips, reliable recipes, and laughs and surprises galore. Plus there's 12 prize puzzles to pit your wits against. A fun package to keep you truly entertained.

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NIGHTMARE BEFORE XMAS OUR FINAL GIFT • I expected to see my daughter on Christmas morning – but she never came home…

A TIME FOR tradition • We have Victorians to thank for our season of goodwill! Whether that’s Father Christmas or A Christmas Carol. Celebrate a nostalgic Xmas this year…

Crafting corner

SLEIGHED IT • A frumpy festive snap gave me the push I needed to make a change…

PARTY time

WRAPPED WITH LOVE •  I use bundles of tape and paper, scissors and precision to make sure that Christmas dreams come true…

YULETIDE SLAUGHTER • Darren Wake gave his ex-wife a Christmas present with a price…

Blimey • Your tips are genius!

HAZELNUT CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES

MERRY GRINCH-MAS! • Don’t let this character steal your cheer! Celebrate Primark’s Grinch collection…

ALWAYS AND FOREVER • I was determined to get my hubby the diagnosis he needed…

DECK THE HALLS

Confidential

HOT RIGHT NOW! • Check out these new books that we’ve shortlisted just for you

Holiday hop • I thought my wish would never be answered, then I was granted the two most sensational gifts of all…

130+ PUZZLES in every issue

TASTY TREATS • Here’s some of the best new food and drink you can get your hands on this month…

CHRISTMAS gift guide

CHRISTMAS gift guide

PAW ME a drink • I have no shame in incorporating my feline friend into everything…

RAZZLE dazzle • The most-loved traditional colour combo, red and gold is a Christmas classic – wear it! From glitz and glam to bright robin reds, spread festive cheer throughout your wardrobe…

A place for our ANGEL • I couldn’t wait to welcome my baby with my mum there to support me. But Xmas didn’t bring comfort and joy…

Cooking Christmas canapés

THOSE XMAS LIGHTS • I spread joy and festive cheer year on year with my wholesome family tradition…

PRIZES WORTH £££ TO BE WON EACH MONTH! • Enter now to win these and many more fantastic prizes Find out more comps.lifedeathprizes.com

Making spirits bright • There’s no need to get your tinsel in a tangle – capture the festive spirit through your creativity with these Christmas crafting days out from Class Bento. ‘Tis the season!

Ask our doc • With Dr Tang, GP and medical director at leading healthcare clinic Pall Mall Medical (pallmallmedical.co.uk)

Charity spotlight

WILL SANTA FORGET? • I was devastated when my son faced a stay in hospital at Christmas – but little elves came to the rescue…

Season’s eatings

A CHRISTMAS MIRACLE • I’m very lucky to be alive after a freak festive fall…

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Beauty Festive favourites

VIOLENT NIGHT • Preparing for the festivities, Brent Hanson lived with his brother and his expecting sister-in-law – however their relationship was far from merry and bright…

12 days of glam-mas! • I use magic and makeup to embody the Christmas spirit, turning myself into...