Nathan Smith
When the Wise Men of the ancient Magi see a new star in the heavens, they understand it's significance. They then set out on a journey to find the promised Prince. But one of the Magi is unexpectedly delayed in his travels and misses his rendezvous with his brethren. So it is that Artaban and his small companion Jerboa begin a lifetime quest to find the promised Messiah. A pilgrimage in which the fourth Wise Man discovers that there are some kinds of failure that are far better than success.
After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, the Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate, and stories. Opening a weathered book, he begins reading the classic tale, The Night Before Christmas. Magically, Katie and Makean become characters in the poem where they learn the light of Christmas comes from the giver of all good gifts.
When two young dwarves on a journey to the kingdom need a guide, Slade jumps at the chance to realize his dream. But these dwarves are carrying a secret—a child destined to become the future leader of Saurus City.
