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[PRESS RELEASE – 9TH JUNE 2023]

That’s One Merry Cherry… Children’s Publisher Announces First Christmas Book!

Sweet Cherry Publishing, Leicester’s award-winning children’s publisher, has announced its first ever original Christmas title!

Ho Ho Ho! A Pirate’s Christmas for Me is a beautiful picture book that introduces children to a touching retelling of everyone’s favourite festive story. From young pirate twins to estranged adults, Nic and Kris Beard embark on a journey of self-discovery, magic and Christmas.

Written by mum-turned-author Red and filled with striking illustrations by Jack Button, Ho Ho Ho! not only keeps readers entertained, but also stimulates the imagination of even the most reluctant readers.

When asked about this exciting release, author Red said: “Well, my dad was a twin, so he was my initial inspiration. I also wanted to write a story that could solve the age-old question asked by children… ‘how can Santa be in two places at once?’ It’s a made-by-mum Christmas story with a twist, one that has humour, character and purpose but still gives you a warm, cosy cuddle at the end!”

It’s never too early to share positive themes with children, and this picture book does just that. Touching upon themes of acceptance and generosity, it’s sure to be loved by parents and infants alike for years to come.

The Sweet Cherry team are just as thrilled for their first original Christmas title. Their publisher, Sanjee de Silva, said: “Christmas is such a magical time of year, so we’re all incredibly excited to be releasing our first ever festive book! No matter what we’re doing, we always try to be innovative and to use our imagination, so Ho Ho Ho! Is the perfect way for us to express this. What Red, Jack and the team have created is a vibrant picture book, bursting with magic and charisma. It’s been an absolute pleasure working with them both on this exciting release and we can’t wait for it to reach readers across the globe, hopefully adding that extra bit of Christmas cheer.”

Ho Ho Ho! A Pirates Christmas for Me will be available via all major online stores, so ready the sleigh (or ship) – this title will be available via all major online stores.

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For more information, please contact:
Morgan Lloyd | Marketing Executive | [email protected]

Red (Author)

Ho Ho Ho! A Pirate’s Christmas for Me (Cover)