Christmas in Angel Land

Meet Carson, one smart little kid who loves all things Christmas, especially the songs! Known by just about everyone as the "Little Professor," he's expecting the best holiday ever. Unfortunately, throughout the three days before Christmas, his hopes are challenged. Event after event forces Carson to defend Santa; deal with fifth-grade bullies, handle his nemesis, Wanda; and outsmart a physical education teacher. Finally, Christmas Eve arrives, and he's more than ready for the best Christmas ever until the unexpected, unthinkable happens.The night before Christmas, he and his favorite grandma are arranging the family's antique Nativity set. Then it happens. Carson "drops" the littlest angel in the set and breaks his wings. Devastated. What could be worse than breaking an angel's wings? Carson uses his wits, love of Christmas, and belief in angels to find help. All it takes is a trip to Angel Land, where he's all set to ask for a miracle. How he gets there, the new friends he meets, the lessons he learns, and the truths he finds are all included in the round-trip ticket to Angel Land. It's a holiday mystery revealed with joyous themes, perfect, not just for the holidays but all year round.

-- Perry Buffington