The Chanteuse Sleigh Ride

Robin And The Giant, along with their friend Kenneth and their dog, Mockey Grable, win an opportunity to ride along on the Chanteuse Sleigh on the night before Thanksgiving to help distribute Christmas songs all over the world. Along the way they realize that it is not always a smooth flight because of turbulence brought about by the troubles and strife facing many people. It is this turbulence that helps the children realize that bringing joy to the world is something each of us can participate in.

This is a Thanksgiving book for kids that tells a story that has never been told before. The Chanteuse Sleigh RIde explains, in a fictional way, why and how Christmas songs begin playing around Thanksgiving and continue to play all the way until Christmas. Authors Robin MacBlane and Larry Whitler created this story as a fun and new holiday tradition that connects Thanksgiving to Christmas and introduces a new character, The Chanteuse, to the Christmas legend.

Colorfully and magically illustrated by Larry Whitler, The Chanteuse Sleigh Ride transports children into the story with stunning images that show the Chanteuse and her flying sleigh (just like Santa's, only smaller and equipped with musical pipes!) swooping across the world spreading Christmas songs and, ultimately, joy.

Christmas is, after all, a time to bring Joy To The World.

Robin MacBlane was born and raised in Cudahy, Wisconsin (a suburb of Milwaukee). In 1973, Robin's family moved from Wisconsin to Florida to open a small motel in Ocala, Florida. Robin is the mother of two, a grandmother of one (so far) and half of the radio and children's entertainment duo, Robin And The Giant. Her interests include art, music, motorcycles, the beach, being a Mom, being a Grandmother, being a daughter, cooking, hiking, camping, and helping her community.

Larry Whitler was born in New York City and raised on Long Island in Levittown and North Merrick. In 1972 his family moved to Dunnellon, Florida, after his father, a New York City Police Officer, retired after a 20 year career. Larry is a father and a grandfather (Poppa). Larry's interests include art, music, songwriting, accordion, guitar, hiking, camping, traveling, bicycling, making videos, and writing. Larry Whitler is the other half of Robin And The Giant (he is The Giant).