"The artwork is a Magical Kingdom of Vibrant Color, a must see! Original art displayed December 2010 showing at the Kirkland Museum!"
~ Hugh Grant
Lyrics to Christmas Carols all in one place! - "Santa & the Little Teddy Bear is the first book in the series Bilbo's Adventures. A found treasure worth EVERY penny. I will bring this book out every year with my Christmas decorations and display it proudly on my coffee table. The printed quality of the book is reminiscent of days gone by. The pages are sewn, the paper is thick, beautiful and glossy, made to last for generations. My family loves that it includes 29 lyrics to favorite Christmas Carols, 24 original illustrations, 16 chapters, every chapter a bedtime story, most of the places Santa and Bilbo the Little Teddy Bear visit are real places, so we learn something about different countries and their Christmas traditions."
~ Bernice B. - Loyal customer
Simply Beautiful! - "When I opened the package, I was amazed at the beauty of the book! I must admit, it is not even Christmas and the book sits on my coffee table. Every time a guest in our home sees the book, they pick it up... they can't help it!
Santa and the Little Teddy Bear is a wonderful story, teaching how Christmas is celebrated around the world. It is one of the most beautifully illustrated books I have ever seen! It is sure to become a Christmas classic."
~ Rick Junnila ~ author of An Elf Named Finley
Grandchildren Captivated! - "As I settled down for a (hopefully) good Christmas read, I was more than delighted and my Grandchildren were captivated by what must be a new Christmas classic, "Santa & The Little Teddy Bear". The author paints a vivid and delicious picture of Christmas with all the memories and feelings they evoke with fat, fluffy snow flakes, jingle bells, candles and an enchanted little toy shop at Christmas Eve. This lavish and beautifully illustrated book is certainly an heirloom quality book with 22 full color pictures, 29 Christmas carols, songs and music for lots of family Christmas joy. Wonderful for families who play instruments.
The adventure begins with Santa, his reindeer, and Bilbo the little teddy bear who needs a family for Christmas. As Santa and Bilbo travel the globe, they visit places like Holland, Italy, Australia, Africa, and Hawaii. We share the adventure and learn about holiday traditions around the world as well as the true meaning of Christmas time. This book will be treasured in my house that I will pass it on. I was so happy to see a new Christmas book come out that has depth, quality and the essence of the spirit of Christmas giving. That's what it's all about. Enchanting and magical illustrations! On a scale of 1-10 I give Santa and The Little Teddy Bear a +12 and my Grandchildren loved it!"
~By R.J.K. Kendle - Grandmother
This is a must have! - "Oh my gosh, what a book this is - my kids love it but I may love it more- it's so beautiful! The deep, rich colors, the detail and illustrations are amazing and I love the story! The little rumple bear left every year on the shelf at Christmas. But then Santa takes him along on Christmas Eve to experience Christmas around the world. It's also full of the best Christmas carol lyrics of all time - we are already singing them! This is a must have - I'll keep this for the rest of my life and pass it on to my kids when they have a family!"
~ Kathryn Ross - Mother
Kids from 1-99 will love Santa & The Little Teddy Bear! - I was so pleasantly surprised when I received my copy of this awesome book! The colors, the graphics, the carols, the stories - oh my! Really, this is a classic that will be passed through generations! The illustrations are definitely the most beautiful I've seen. And so much content - I could spend hours with my little friends pointing out all of the beautifully detailed elves and gifts, bird and a wonderful around-the-world adventure - kids from 1 to 92 will love this book. If you give nothing else this Christmas, give this! I also love Bilbo's Adventures: A Christmas Wish and you will, too. I hope this is just the beginning of a series of these books!
~ Denise Cassino - Book Publicist
A Book of "life" - "Santa and the Little Teddy Bear is more than just a book about the travels of a little Teddy Bear's adventures and discovery of various traditions around the world. It is a book of "life" beautifully illustrated and wonderfully written. It is full of lessons that will inspire and lift you to new heights of human consciousness. To share just one incredible insight;
"'Discover beauty and goodness in everything,' Santa paused in silence, turned and looked sternly at The Little Teddy Bear. 'There are no acceptable resentments; do not judge others!'
"I was moved by the subtle but profound insights couched in a tale of Christmas and a Teddy Bear who's only wish is to be a "gift" himself to some little child. This book may well become as one of the final lines of the book says: 'my special friend...'"
~ Carl Bozeman, Author -On Being God: Beyond Your Life's Purpose
I purchased three copies of this book!! "One for myself, one for my niece and one for a good friend expecting her first children. When I first saw this book, I was intrigued by the wonderfully whimsical illustrations and how the characters seem to come alive with every turn of the page! The story and songs included in Santa & the Little Teddy Bear have provided me and the children in my life with hours of entertainment with exciting adventures and fun. The quality of the book - from the writing, to the illustrations, and even the materials - guarantees that this will become a family heirloom handed down from generation to generation."
~ Stephanie Adams-Ball
Anisa Aven
Dare to Teach Your Children the Power of Their Minds
Rick Junnila
An Elf Named Finley, A Christmas Story
Chapter One
2011 INDIE Excellence Award Winner for Best Holiday Book & Children's Book Cover
Get Ready! It's Christmas Eve! Take a magical ride with Santa & the Reindeer
as they take a Little Teddy Bear named Bilbo on a whirlwind adventure to become a special gift.
Laugh, sing and dance in this action-packed adventure, filled with the spirit of Christmas!
Sure to bring a tear of joy!
What a great children's animated movie this delightful Christmas book would make! Is there any tyke
who could resist Bilbo, The Little Teddy Bear, as he helps Santa deliver Christmas wishes
while being "transported through magical stars" on Christmas Eve? Of course not! "A Christmas Wish!"
boasts dazzling colors, a fun adventure, and a wonderful message to cheer any child, especially one who might be feeling "left out.
" Kudos to Cheri and Peter Lucking for creating this little Christmas gem."
~ Betty Jo Tucker, Author - Confessions of a Movie Addict
I'll teach my granddaughter the lyrics to Carols- I can't wait to give to my granddaughter! I'll teach her all the Christmas Carols, and we'll read this wonderful story of the little sad bear who is never under anyone's tree at Christmas. Santa takes him along for the adventure of his life on a worldwide trip to see how other countries celebrate our biggest holiday. This book is possibly the nicest Christmas book I've ever seen - beautiful!" ~ Dr. Anna Maria Prezio, Author - Certified Feng Shui Consultant
The 2011 INDIE Excellence Award winning team, Cheri and Peter Lucking 's first self-published book SANTA & THE LITTLE TEDDY BEAR is the 2011 INDIE Excellence Holiday Book Winner and Book Cover Design-Children-Finalist.
Peter: renowned internationally/nationally as a performing arts architect. He designed the Ellie Caulkins Opera House, Denver, Colorado
Cheri: successful marketing/sales pro in the TV/Radio industry. Both are passionate for children's books, art and giving back.
"One of the most beautifully illustrated books I've ever seen!"
Also Available in Kindle Format and paperback from Amazon
(please note to receive free pack of cards and autograph on hardcover book you must purchase directly through the link in step 1, offered only by the author direct.)