'Scared of Santa: Scenes of Terror in Toyland' is a hilarious compilation of terrified tots by Denis Joyce and Nancy Watkins. This book is sure to bring you good cheer after the holiday season, serving as a hilarious antidote to Christmas stress.
Though the kids in the book are clearly creeped out by Kris Kringle, one can't help but smile while going through the Scared of Santa series. Get a sneak peek in the gallery before grabbing your copy of Scared of Santa.
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Scared of Santa' Makes the Grinch Seem Like a Saint
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