“The story is charmingly told… Blake’s colorful cartoons are as appealing as ever. The small trim size and cream-colored pages go well with the quiet story, making this a good choice for libraries that have plenty of big, jolly Christmas books and want some more thoughtful fare.” ―School Library Journal

“Blake’s relaxed and wiry-lined watercolors do much to convey a heartfelt turning point in a boy’s childhood.” ―Publishers Weekly

“Blake’s loose watercolor-and-ink illustrations and the volume’s small size complement the whimsical nature of the story.” ―Kirkus Reviews

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“Blake’s typically charming, scribbly color-washed drawings illustrate the Murail sisters’ slim, engaging story… children who, like Julian, are ready to renounce Santa, will enjoy the suggestion that holiday magic may be real after all.” ―Booklist

“Santa’s Last Present is one magical Christmas story that will have children thinking. I am still thinking.” ―Kid Lit Reviews

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Marie-Aude Murail is the author of numerous children’s books. She lives in France.

Elvire Murail is the author of numerous children’s books. She lives in France.

Quentin Blake is a best-selling illustrator and author-illustrator of more than one hundred books and the recipient of numerous awards, including the Kate Greenaway Medal and a Bologna Ragazzi Award. In 1999, Blake was named the first Children’s Laureate of the United Kingdom. He lives in England and France. You can visit his website here.