Adam Stower creates hilarious festive magic with David Walliams

We celebrate the publication of Santa and Son by David Walliams and award-winning illustrator Adam Stower.

Yes, we know it’s still a few weeks until the big day but where’s the harm in purchasing a few seasonal books in the lead up to the big day? There is nothing better than snuggling up on the sofa with a new Christmassy book to help build anticipation and excitement, and this book is filled to the brim with festive fun.

Santa and Son delivers (coal) bucket loads of fun and joyful adventure in a beautifully produced, highly illustrated hardback gift book for 8–12-year-olds. On Christmas eve Santa finds himself in a predicament. Firstly, he’s trapped in a toy shop with his son, and if that wasn’t a big enough problem, there’s about to be a heist and the only weapons they have at their disposal are the toys in the shop! David has a charming way of spinning a hilarious madcap yarn, and readers will no doubt be captivated by his wickedly wonderful heroes and villains. With echoes of all our favourite Christmas movies, this book will certainly be a festive crowd pleaser.

Adam has created a magical array of illustrations for each page, showcasing his incredible talent for character creation. With a multitude of mischievous elves and chaotic capers throughout, readers will love spotting details on every page as they become immersed in this delightfully funny story. See more illlustrations here.

You can grab your very own copy on Waterstones.