First published 2020
Owen crafts his finest snowman on Christmas Eve, pouring care into every detail. Christmas morning brings heartbreak as his creation melts away. Owen refuses to accept this fate. He believes there must be a method to preserve what he built. His determination launches him into an unexpected journey that carries him to an enchanted realm. There, peculiar creatures examine his snowman with scientific curiosity. They dissect each component, studying the construction in hopes of recreating the perfect snow figure. The animals work tirelessly to solve the puzzle of permanent snowman creation. Despite their efforts and knowledge, they lack one crucial element. Owen discovers he possesses exactly what they need. Together, they might unlock the mystery of building a snowman that defies the seasons and endures beyond winter's end.
Genres: fiction, fantasy, magical-realism
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: found-family, journey, problem-solving
Setting: Enchanted Realm
Period: Christmas Eve, Christmas Morning
40 pages · Library Binding · HarperColl