Bob Raczka Pens Christmas Picture Book

By: Nov. 13, 2014
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Award-winning author Bob Raczka takes a fresh, new approach to the Christmas picture book. With a haiku a day from December 1 to December 25, Santa Clauses: Poems from the North Pole, published by Carolrhoda Books, a division of Lerner Publishing Group, shows readers what Santa does in the month leading up to his sleigh ride around the world.

These twenty-five short poems-composed by Santa himself-give you a peek into life at the North Pole as the December days tick down to Christmas. See the hustle and bustle of the elves' workshop, feel the serenity of moonlight on fresh snow, and find out how Santa and Mrs. Claus keep busy as Santa's big night draws near.

Stunning original artwork by Chuck Groenink accompanies Raczka's clever Christmas haikus. Readers of all ages will enjoy taking a trip to the North Pole and exploring Santa's icicle-studded world, complete with industrious elves and plenty of Christmas cheer.

Visit www.lernerbooks.com for free downloads.

About the Author
Bob Raczka, like Santa, loves to write poems. He lives in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, which feels a lot like the North Pole at times. Bob and his "Mrs. Claus," Amy, have three elves named Robert, Carl, and Emma.

About the Illustrator
Chuck Groenink is from the Netherlands but now lives in Syracuse, New York, where it snows so much that he too has a good idea of what it must be like at the North Pole. He has created artwork for books, videogames, and plays, on both sides of the Atlantic. He likes picture books best.

About the Publisher
Carolrhoda Books, a division of Lerner Publishing Group, creates high-quality fiction and nonfiction for children and young adults. For more information, visit www.lernerbooks.com or call 800-328-4929.

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Blog: http://carolrhoda.blogspot.com/
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PUBLICATION DATE:
September 2014

$16.95 Hardcover, Jacketed
eBook also available
Ages 5-9
HC: 978-1-4677-1805-9
32 Pages ? 9 1/4 x 11

To Purchase: Visit your local bookstore, order by phone at 800-328-4929, or visit us online at www.lernerbooks.com.



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