Laurel Long Books

Santa Claus is the King of Forever, Land of the Immortals. When one special boy writes to Santa asking what no other child has ever asked -- what he wants for Christmas -- a miracle occurs: Santa and his wife are blessed with a daughter. But the birth of Holly Claus also brings about a terrible curse -- from an evil soul named Herrikhan. Holly's heart is frozen, and the gates to Forever are locked, barring exit or entry. Now grown into a beautiful and selfless young woman, Holly becomes consumed with the desire to break the spell that holds her people hostage. Accompanied by four faithful and magical animal friends, she escapes to the wondrous world of Victorian New York and embarks on a series of dangerous and life-changing adventures. With fanciful characters, rich language, and evocative imagery, The Legend of Holly Claus pays tribute to the great fairy tales and myths of our time. This epic novel filled with mystery, magic, and wonder is destined to take its place as a Christmas classic.

On a stormy night in the Kingdom of Pergamontio, Mangus the Magician is summoned to the king's castle. Because Mangus has been under house arrest for confessing to be a magician, he and his loyal servant boy, Fabrizio, cannot imagine why the king is calling for him. But magic is exactly what the king needs. Night after night, a terrifying ghost has been haunting the princess, and the king demands that Mangus free his daughter from its torment... of pay with his life. Since Mangus doesn't believe in ghosts, his only hope is Fabrizio, who must solve the mystery using logic and reason-and a bit of magic of his own.