Bells jingle, sleds dash through the snow, trees are topped with sparkling stars, and children everywhere dream of candy canes and presents. But the best gift of all--the most magical gift of the season--is when we spend Christmas with those we love.Once again, this New York Times-bestselling author and artist has created a special, beautiful book that families will want to share year after year. (And readers will want to look for the Spirit of Christmas image that Nancy has hidden on every page )

Doug Peterson is a writer with the University of Illinois. He co-wrote the story for Larryboy and the Rumor Weed and is the author of over twenty books. He’s written more than 300 published articles and a short story, which became the basis of a music video featuring Grammy-winner Jennifer Warnes. He lives in Champaign, IL.