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You'll love this because...
Your child takes the starring role in this fun rhyming tale from the night before Christmas.
Your child’s name appears throughout the book
Write a special message on the title page
Hand-drawn illustrations on every page
Available in softback
Add a luxury gift box for a thoughtful finishing touch
In this funny and charming tale, it’s Christmas Eve and every child is leaving scrumptious mince pies for Santa as he makes his way around the world, delivering presents for good boys and girls. However, Santa has eaten one pie too many and his growing tummy causes him to get stuck in the chimney!
Luckily your child is on hand, taking on the role of the heroic dog who helps free Santa! Written in jolly rhyming verse, your child plays a starring role in our personalised Santa storybook with their name throughout the story and sprinkled across the colourful illustrations. You’ll be able to create the perfect gift in time for Christmas!
How To Personalise Your Santa Book
Personalise your book with any name up to 12 characters, which will be printed throughout the book in the story and illustrations. Add a personal message of two lines, up to 40 characters per line, which will appear on the title page.
When entering your personalisation, please note that accents, emojis and other symbols can’t be used as our system doesn’t support these. Make sure to double check your spelling!
Why not add a luxury gift box for a thoughtful finishing touch?
Further Information
🌲 Our books are made from responsibly sourced paper from FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified paper manufacturers. 🌎
In The Book wouldn’t be here without its terrific customers. That’s why we care about what you have to say.
We’re constantly researching new materials to create more personalised books, so what you think matters! Tell us your feedback. From finding the book you were looking for to how easy your chosen book was to personalise – every little detail is important, so we can perfect your shopping experience the next time you return!
DRowe29 Nov 2019
I wish that the main character was not a dog-a child or an elf would have been better. It was an original story, which I was looking for, so kudos to you for having one. Pricey, but a good keepsake.
Margaret8 Jan 2019
I ordered this personalised book for my Granddaughter. A third into the book the name changed to that of her dog which was a bit confusing. I was told that the story is told through the eyes of the dog but this is not made clear when ordering.
In the Book Team22 Jan 2019
Thank you for your review.
We are sorry to hear that you feel this way in regards to the content, with this particular Book the Child does take on the role of the Heroic Dog who ends up saving Christmas, we state this information on the Book page under the product description and have a flip though Book on the website for this to be read before purchase as an example of what you would be receiving however we appreciate your valuable feedback and will pass this onto our website team.
If you require any further assistance please do not hesitate to contact our UK Customer Service Team on 0330 058 0403 or [email protected]
Kind Regards,
The In The Book Team
MARGARET17 Dec 2018
The book i ordered is not what i expected. i was asked to download a photo that would be used i the book and wasn't. I have purchased a book from other companies in the past and have always been satisfied but this book is a disappointment
In the Book Team9 Jan 2019
Thank you for your feedback.
We are very sorry to hear that you were disappointed with the Book received.
A member of our customer service team has contacted you directly to discuss the image that has not come through on the Book to see what has happened here and get the issue resolved for you.
Once again we are sorry for this and the inconvenience this has caused you.
Kind Regards
The In The Book Team
Tammy Frum10 Dec 2018
Love love love my Christmas books. The kids are going to be thrilled to see their names in the book.
JMB3 Dec 2018
Perfect for age of child I needed it for.
Chanda 29 Nov 2018
Excellent quality. My 3 year old grand daughter loved it. The next time I will order the hard back.
Val Pattinson18 Nov 2018
Book looks lovely. Hope grandson likes it.
Kate Derbyshire13 Oct 2018
A great story, and even better when you can put a name in it.
Charlotte8 Oct 2018
Basic book, basic personalisation. Not great value for money
In the Book Team25 Oct 2018
Thank you for your review.
We are sorry to hear that you feel this way in regards to the book.
On the website we do have a special feature where you can flip through the book before this is purchased, this is an example book to show where your chosen name will be integrated within story.
We do take all feedback on board and can pass this onto the relevant team.
If you wish to discuss this further with the team please do on 03300580403 or [email protected]
Kind Regards
The In The Book Team
bettsy29 Aug 2018
This is a lovely book for Christmas and I hope my 3 year old Grandson will enjoy it.
A beautiful book with original illustrations delivered promptly - just what I had been hoping for.
- J M Turner
Wendy15 Apr 2021
Great gift for a football enthusiast.
Great gift for a football enthusiast.
Mr Birch14 Apr 2021
Fantastic gift for a birthday and good…
Fantastic gift for a birthday and good value for money.
Ann14 Apr 2021
Dinosaur book review
Really pleased with the personalised dinosaur book I had for my 1yr old neighbour! It’s so colourful and having his name everywhere possible is absolutely brilliant. I’m sure he will love it for many years to come.
Bruce Evans14 Apr 2021
Excellent book including further items…
Excellent book including further items I was not expecting, but were brilliant and very exciting to read, my friend who I bought the book for was in tears reading it. Well worth it and would recommend it
Annette O Connor14 Apr 2021
I bought 2 books for my grandchildren…
I bought 2 books for my grandchildren which I am delighted with. I love the personalisation of them. I knew they were going to be personalised but not to the extent that they were with their names on every page. The quality of the books is great as well. Each page is a lovely quality and hopefully childproof!! I received them very quickly in the post as well. I had both of them within 10 days and that included Easter and a weekend. Many thanks
margaret macnamara13 Apr 2021
Really really happy with book.......and…
Really really happy with book.......and i am sure as our great grandaughter grows up she will love it as well...so its off on its travels to denmark soon.
Felicity Jackson13 Apr 2021
Nice product but too late
The product is nice but the book arrived several days after the last delivery date it was supposed to (and without an apology or warning), so I missed occasion, despite having ordered it in plenty of time.
In the Book Team15 Apr 2021
Thank you for your review.
We are sorry to hear that your item was not delivered when stated.
Looking at your order, we can see that your item was dispatched on the 3rd working day of ordering on your chosen shipping service, Royal Mail 48. Due to the pandemic, Royal Mail have confirmed on their website that there are currently some disruptions in certain areas and therefore parcels might be delayed. To be in line with Royal Mail, we have stated on email confirmations that there is a slight possibility you may experience some orders being 1 or 2 days late during this pandemic. We do apologise for this, unfortunately this is something that is out of our control.
From your tracking information, this confirms that your item was delivered 2 working days later than we had originally quoted.
We hope upon receipt, you were happy with the product ordered.
Please do accept our apologies for the inconvenience caused.
Kind Regards,
The In The Book Team
Claire Johnstone13 Apr 2021
Excellent easy to use website
Excellent easy to use website, book came quickly and looks amazing. Gave as a 70th present and they were very happy with it
Customer Helen12 Apr 2021
A special gift for the sports fan in your life
This is the second book I have bought as gifts and they have been a huge success. They are good quality, fast service and a very interesting different gift for an enthusiast.
Maureen Pringle12 Apr 2021
Great book for a football fanatic!!
I love this book I've bought for my husband's 60th later this year who is Newcastle United mad!!!! My only criticism would be that when I placed my order and wrote what I wanted printed I tried to place it so it would be central, but, when it came one of the lines wasn't, thankfully it still looks ok but as a company I thought you would of automatically centralised the printing especially for the price! I bought the most expensive one saying as it's for a special birthday. Good quick service and well packaged though.
