The Legend of the Christmas Witch

Ages 5 to 8, Grades K to 3

From Parks and Recreation star Aubrey Plaza and creative partner Dan Murphy comes the long lost tale of the Christmas Witch, Santa Claus’s much misunderstood twin sister.

Gather ‘round the fire to hear a Christmas legend that has never been told before…until now. Each year a mysterious figure sweeps into town, leaving behind strange gifts in the night. No, not Santa Claus, but his sister…

The Christmas Witch.

Her story begins many, many years ago when her brother was torn away from her as a child. Raised alone by a witch of the woods, Kristtōrn’s powers of magic grew, as did her temper. Determined to find her long lost twin, she set out on a perilous journey across oceans to find him. But what she found instead was a deep-seated fear of her powers and a confrontation that would leave the fate of Christmas hanging in the balance.

From award-winning producer and actress Aubrey Plaza and her creative partner Dan Murphy comes a holiday storyunlike any told before. With all the richness of classic folklore, they’ve woven a tale of bravery, love and magic. Whatever you thought you knew about Christmas…think again.

Series Overview: There is a follow-up story about Kristtörn, the Christmas Witch, in Fall 2022.

About the Author

Aubrey Plaza, originally from Delaware, is best known for her role as April Ludgate on Parks and Recreation. She has produced and starred in several films including: Ingrid Goes West, The Little Hours, Safety Not Guaranteed and Scott Pilgrim vs. The World. She performed at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater in New York and is a graduate of the Tisch School of the Arts at NYU. She and her husband, filmmaker Jeff Baena, currently live in Los Angeles with their two dogs, Frankie and Stevie.

Dan Murphy is a writer and producer who lives in Los Angeles, California. Originally from Delaware, he is a graduate of the Tisch School of the Arts at NYU and has been creative partners with Aubrey for over fifteen years.

Author Residence: Los Angeles, CA

Julia Iredale is an illustrator from Victoria, BC. She studied Illustration at Emily Carr University of Art and Design, and now spends her time painting, making books, and whenever possible escaping into the magic forests of the Canadian West Coast.

Illustrator Residence: Victoria, BC