If it were a novel, there could be more room for descriptive prose and subplots. It might provide a slower, more immersive reading experience compared to the fast-paced nature of the play.
One new release that might be similar is 'The Love Hypothesis'. It has a scientific backdrop but at its core, it's a romance novel with characters who have sincere feelings for each other. It's like Earnest Cecily in the sense that the relationship develops in an interesting and somewhat unexpected way. There's also 'Beach Read' which has a great blend of humor and romance, and the characters' relationship is both complex and endearing, much like what you might find in an Earnest Cecily romance novel.
There are modern romance novels too. For example, 'The Hating Game' has that balance of bickering and underlying attraction which might be found in a novel like Earnest Cecily. It's about two coworkers who seem to dislike each other at first but then there are deeper feelings involved. 'Red, White & Royal Blue' is another great option. It has a cross - cultural romance and lots of heartfelt moments that could appeal to fans of Earnest Cecily - like novels.
The bully in 'The Bully on a Christmas Story' is Scut Farkus. He is a key figure in the story's narrative of childhood experiences. Scut Farkus represents the kind of bully that many kids might encounter during their school days. He's got that look about him that just screams trouble. His interactions with the main characters, like Ralphie, are what drive a lot of the conflict in the story. He's always causing some sort of problem or scaring the other kids, which is a central part of the story's plot that focuses on the challenges and adventures of childhood during Christmas time.
I'm not sure specifically which 'Christmas Story' you are referring to. There could be various interpretations. Maybe it's a character who teases the protagonist or causes trouble during the Christmas events in that particular story.
In the Davy Jones story, Davy Jones was a sort of malevolent spirit of the ocean. He was associated with the deep sea and the fate of sailors. Sailors believed that if they died at sea, their souls would be claimed by Davy Jones. He was a powerful and somewhat mysterious figure in nautical mythology, with his 'locker' being a place where sunken ships and the souls of drowned sailors were thought to reside.
In the 'Christmas story' in question, the bully might be excluding other children from Christmas activities. For instance, if there is a Christmas play or a group caroling, the bully could prevent some kids from participating. They could spread rumors about the other children, saying things like they don't deserve nice Christmas presents. This would create a sad and tense atmosphere during the otherwise joyous Christmas time.