The Night Before Christmas: A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids

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#1 New York Timesbestselling illustrator Loren Long presents a fresh, modern take on the classic Christmas poem about a visit from Santa Claus in this gorgeous new edition.An Indie Bestseller!

Cozy up with the timeless tale thats been reimagined for the twenty-first century by acclaimed artist Loren Long. Featuring four different homes that reflect the diverse world we live in, Longs lush landscapes and charming scenes capture the wonder and magic of Christmas.

This gorgeous, modern edition of The Night Before Christmas will delight readers old and new and is a must-have for every family library.

An illustrators note is included that gives further context to Longs approach for retelling this classic.

"A visual treatment of an old poem thats both nostalgic and fresh. Bring this one ho-ho-home." Kirkus (starred review)

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"A visual treatment of an old poem thats both nostalgic and fresh...Bring this one ho-ho-home. " Kirkus Reviews(starred review) Readers see a diverse quartet of families asleep in their beds on Christmas Eve and view Santa soaring through the sky to deliver presents to each abode. The eclectic architecture, dcor, holiday decorations, family configurations, and pet menageries shape a welcoming and inclusive portrait of Christmas Eve peace, wonder, and anticipation. Publishers Weekly (starred review) Longs inclusive take on Moores poem focuses on four different families in four diverse dwellings....Details in the warm and expansive acrylic and colored-pencil illustrations clearly delineate each setting as well as draw viewers in and keep them riveted. Horn Book (starred review)

Author Bio

Mitsuki Hoshi was born in 1973. She is a dedicated Amigurumi designer and has published 6 books on Amigurumi and knitting, including best-selling titles Ami Ami Dogs and Ami Ami Dogs 2. Her cute designs swiftly and widely gained popularity in the craft world. You can see her creations on her website (http://hoshi-mitsuki.com/). Loren Long is the author and illustrator of the New York Times bestselling Otis series which has been developed into an animated television series called Get Rolling With Otis on AppleTV+. He's also the illustrator of the #1 New York Times bestsellers Change Sings by Amanda Gordon, Of Thee I Sing by Barack Obama, and Love by Matt de la Pena. He lives near Cincinnati with his wife and rescue hound, Charlie. Visit him online at LorenLong.com.