Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas


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Celebrate 20 years of nightmares with this picturebook version of the classic film, written and drawn by Tim Burton and now featuring word-for-word narration by Christopher Lee! In this beloved picture book that could only come from the visionary mind of author and illustrator TIM BURTON, we meet Jack Skellington-- a well-intentioned inhabitant of Halloweenland. Jack is bored of ''''the scaring, the terror, the fright....tired of being something that goes bump in the night''''. And so, in an effort to bring to joy to his town, Jack kidnaps Santa and takes his place as the jolly old elf. But instead of bringing joy to the world Jack, who is a little more than a grinning skeleton, brings fear by delivering creepy toys and riding a sleigh carried by skeletal reindeer. Only through a number of things going horribly wrong does Jack learn the true meaning of Christmas.




It's a Southern Thing


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"Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, We were sticky and sweaty 'cause this is the South." This is how the night before Christmas begins in the South. The weather may be balmy sometimes, but Southerners can still put on a Christmas celebration like no other. No matter the weather or the state, there's no mistaking Santa loves the South. This fun, whimsically illustrated version of the traditional "Night Before Christmas" is perfect for families to read aloud at their annual celebrations. Merry Christmas, y'all! "As he flew overhead, he exclaimed in delight: 'Blessed Christmas to y'all and to y'all a good night!'" - 28 Pages




Cajun Night Before Christmas


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A version in Cajun dialect of the famous poem "The Night Before Christmas," set in a Louisiana bayou.




Nightmare Before Christmas 13 Days of Christmas


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What happens when two holidays collide? Thirteen days of frighteningly festive fun! Count down the days to see Jack, Sally, and their Halloween Town friends put a spooky spin on Christmas traditions! Jack Skellington is here from Halloween Town. You'll notice his handiwork scattered around. This year, he's decided to play Sandy Claws. But when Halloween creates Christmas . . . you might see a few flaws. From the minds of Tim Burton, Disney Imagineers, and acclaimed artist Jerrod Maruyama comes a picture book celebrating the classic animated film and the Disneyland ride it inspired. Renowned Imagineers Steven Davison and Carolyn Gardner's text turns turtle doves and French hens into floating candles and true-love potions, accompanied by beloved Burton characters painted in a new art style that will appeal to fans of all ages. Adorably spooky and frightfully festive, this tale will get fans of all ages into the holiday spirit!




A Visit from St. Nicholas


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A poem about the visit that Santa Claus pays to the children of the world during the night before every Christmas.




Mickey's Night Before Christmas


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In a story based on poem "The Night before Christmas," Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Minnie, Goofy, and Pluto celebrate Christmas together.




The Night Before Christmas


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'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. These familiar words have never before been illustrated with such style. Magnificent paintings by American artist Richard Jesse Watson infuse traditional images with pizzazz and flair. From cozy interiors to snowy landscapes, each scene is packed with the details of Christmas. Watch for the remarkable cast of elves who populate these pages. Best of all, see Santa Claus himself as you've never seen him before, complete with an exclusive interview. Spilling over with all the joy and generosity of the season, here is an edition of Clement C. Moore's classic Christmas poem that is perfect for families of today. Ho! Ho! Ho!




Twas the Night Before Christmas


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The creatures are stirring in this perennial holiday favorite as they wait for Santa Clause to arrive. An animal-centric take on the classic. Clement C. Moore’s original poem, “A Visit from St. Nicholas,” has been brought to lovable life by the talented Sofia Sita. In this edition, the beloved poem is joined with delightful illustrations imagining the visit from the house’s animals’ perspectives. Children will be delighted to snuggle in for story time on Christmas Eve and wait for their own visit from Santa Claus after reading this book.




The Night Before Christmas


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The Night Before Christmas and Other Popular Stories For Children


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THE EVENING BEFORE CHRISTMAS. Taws The evening before Christmas, and every one via your home, Not an animal was mixing, not also a mouse . The stockings were hung by the smokes haft with treatment, In the hope that St. Nicholas soon would definitely exist. The children were snuggled all snug in their beds, While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads. And mamma in her kerchief, also as I in my cap, Had just settled our minds for a lengthy winter season's nap. When out on the yard there developed such a clatter, I sprang from the bed to ascertain what was the difficulty . Away to the window I flew sort of a flash, Tore open the shutters also as regurgitated the sash. The moon the bust of the new-fallen snow Gave the radiance of noontime to things below. When what to my wondering eyes must appear. But a mini sleigh also as 8 small reindeer. With a touch old motorist so dynamic also as fast,. I understood during a moment it must be St. Nick. Extra quick than eagles his coursers they came,. As well as he whistled also as screamed also as called them by name. " Currently, Dasher! Now, Professional dancer! Now, Prancer! Currently, Vixen! On, Comet! On, Cupid! On, Dander and Blixen! To the highest of the deck, to the highest of the wall surface! Now, dash away! Rush away! Rush away! All!".