About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is oscillating between the excitement of the holidays and a fascination with all things spooky, creepy, or monstrous. It is the perfect choice for the young reader who prefers a little 'edge' to their seasonal cheer, or for a child who might find traditional, saccharine holiday tales a bit too predictable. The story follows monster brothers Mack and Zack as they prepare for a visit from Santa Claws. Through playful rhyming verse, the book reimagines traditional Christmas rituals with a monstrous twist: decorating a dead tree with spiders and hanging smelly socks by the fire. While the setting is delightfully macabre, the emotional core is deeply familiar, focusing on sibling bonding, the anticipation of a special visitor, and the warmth of family traditions. It is a whimsical, low-stakes way to celebrate the season with a sense of humor.
