"...What a lovely Christmas eve reading book for children with a parent in Afghanistan...." AFF Magazine

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Santa’s Delight is a heart-warming festive fable that recalls the true meaning of Christmas. Christmas is a time of year synonymous with family. Although families are finding themselves increasingly spread out across the globe, at Christmas they come together again and celebrate. Leading with this touching theme, Marisa Laycock emphasizes the plight of public service personnel whose selfless work prevents them from spending Christmas with their loved ones. Laycock wishes to pay tribute to all the servicemen and women who risk their lives in the defense of others at a time of year when their sacrifice is most keenly felt at home. The result is a moving tale that will delight and educate children in equal measure. Laycock highlights the best examples of goodwill in today’s world, encouraging children to enjoy the abundance of Christmas, but also to remember those who protect and care for them. Her worldly message communicates the universal values of generosity, kindness and compassion that will resonate deeply across a wide audience. Santa’s Delight is the perfect bedtime story for parents and children to read together at Christmastime. It is an exceptionally touching read for families who are separated whilst a parent is serving on active duty. This enchanting story offers a meaningful and tender expression of Christmas values that will bring pleasure and comfort to both children and their parents.

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I love the idea of showing how some people (e.g. doctors, police, etc.) give up their time on Christmas Day to care for others. And having Santa want to do something special for them is nice.

by Laura O Neill

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Kinda cute! Children of those men and women who are needed in hospitals, military, police, fire, etc... will most likely appreciate this book. It's a nice nod and thank you to the service employees we need, even on holidays.

by catherine hankins

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