Yes, A Christmas Carol is a novella, or a short novel, written by Charles Dickens. It was first published in 1843 and is considered to be one of his most famous works. The story follows the transformation of the miserly and selfish Ebenezer Scrooge after he is visited by three ghosts who show him the consequences of his actions. It has been adapted into various films, plays, and even video games, making it one of the most well-known Christmas stories.