The Magic Christmas
Ornament Collection
By
James Barbato and Victoria Barbato
Invite the magic of Christmas into your home this winter
with The Magic Christmas Ornament Collection. This
spellbinding Christmas storybook and collectible tree ornament set will inspire
new traditions and pull readers, both young and old, into a world of holiday
splendor. The Magic Christmas Ornament Collection includes an
heirloom quality case bound hardback book, an ornament just like the one in the
story, and a beautiful decorative package, perfect for making the gift of
Christmas a lasting memory.
On Christmas Eve, Victoria’s father gathers her and her
brothers, Joseph and John, around the fireplace to tell the story of a very
special ornament that has hung on their tree for as long as they can remember.
Their father found the ornament in a mysterious tree one snowy evening when he
was seven years old, and brought it home. After hearing the story and going to
bed, Victoria, Joseph, and John sneak back downstairs, and discover the
ornament has magical powers! It whisks them away to the happiest place on
Earth: Santa’s workshop! The children can’t believe their eyes as Santa himself
appears before them. They also see mountains of toys, reindeer prepping for flight,
the largest Christmas tree ever, and hundreds of elves - one of whom seems very
familiar. This elf, named JJ, gives them a tour around the workshop, tosses
Victoria one of Santa’s ornaments, and leads them outside, straight to a
mysterious tree in the woods. Victoria somehow knows to place Santa’s ornament
into the tree’s knothole, and the magic of the ornament whisks them right back
home. When they return, the children know they’ll never forget the magic of
Christmas that they witnessed that night.
Full-spread illustrations, featuring
dazzling and colorful scenes, will inspire the festive spirit in readers of all
ages. This beautiful hardcover comes in a shiny gift box with an ornament just
like the one in the story—perfect for holiday gift-giving, reading aloud, and
cherishing year after year. In true Christmas spirit, a portion of all proceeds
will be given to the Marine Corps' "Toys for Tots" program. The book
alone is available for $19.95. The price of the full collection is $44.95.
The authors’ father and grandfather, Sylvester (Ziggy)
Barbato, was one of nine children from an Italian immigrant family. Ziggy often
told James, his son, that their family was too poor to afford toys, but he
always vowed that his children would experience the spirit of Christmas
nonetheless. The Magic Christmas Ornament is an original story
created by James Barbato and Victoria Barbato, allowing their family to share
the magic of Christmas—and all of its excitement—with yours.
About the Authors:
James (Jim) Barbato is a former college professor and
business owner. He is also the son of a U.S. Air Force Master Sergeant and
lived all across the United States and Canada for the first twelve years of his
life. As a child, Jim developed a strong Christmas spirit, inspired by the
stories his father would tell. Jim often told original stories to his own three
children, including the story of "The Magic Christmas Ornament,"
which they still remember and cherish as adults.
Victoria Barbato is currently an Instructional Coach for
English language instruction in the Boston area. She holds a Bachelor’s degree
in English Education and a Master’s degree in English, and is passionate about
teaching and creating equity in educational opportunities for all learners. Growing
up, Victoria was greatly inspired by her grandfather’s and father’s stories
because they connect to the importance of family, convey fascination with the
world, and always have a message of hope.
The Magic Christmas Ornament Collection
By James Barbato and Victoria Barbato
Pure Imagination Enterprises LLC
ISBN: 978-0999869222
Collection $44.95 (Super Premium Hardcover Book, Ornament
from the book, and Decorative packaging)
Super Premium Hardcover only, 11” wide by 8.5” high, 32 pp.
$19.95, ISBN: 978-0-9998692-0-8
Ornament only (Ornament from the book) $19.95
For more information, please visit magicchristmasbulb.com.
View the Trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3NUPs_GulA
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