The first girl reindeer to fly Santa's sleigh...
You may know girl power, but have you heard about girl-deer power?!
Takeoff Jozie celebrates a long-lost Christmas tale about the first girl reindeer to fly Santa’s sleigh. With more kids in the world each year, Santa must fly faster to reach them all in a single night. Discover how Jozie and her elf friend, Emmolite, use both brains and brawn to save Christmas.Filled with the magical North Pole charm of reindeer, elves, Santa, and even a fish monster, this heartwarming story is perfect for boys and girls of all ages. Themes of family, friendship, self-confidence, critical thinking, and courage make it a meaningful holiday read parents will love. A fresh, empowering twist on classic Christmas adventure!
About the Author
George Bridge is a New England storyteller who often finds his head in the clouds and uses his pen to bring those daydreams to life. His stories are frequently sparked by random epiphanies- many of them inspired by interactions with his two daughters. He chose his pen name as a nod to his imaginary friend growing up; a reminder to embrace your imagination and not be embarrassed to share it with others.His first book, Takeoff Jozie: A Reindeer Story, was spawned by the realization that his daughters, who adore classic Christmas stories, did not have a female reindeer or elf hero to connect with. George hopes his stories bring joy to young readers and encourage them to think big.
About the Illustrator
Cheryl Crouthamel is a mom of three, a caffeine-fueled watercolor wizard, a chaos wrangler, and a professional doodle instigator. Her hand-drawn art has more personality than your morning coffee and just enough whimsy to make a unicorn jealous.