The Reading Warehouse

Twelve charming elves travel throughout Nebraska to see who is still awake before Santa comes. Along the way, they visit state landmarks and curiosities, all bedecked in holly and holiday fun. From Carhenge to Chimney Rock to Cornhusker Stadium to the Old Market and Lied Jungle, these little elves race toboggans at Courthouse and Jail Rocks, fish for catfish on Majestic Lake Mac, and fall in love with the world's largest porch swing in Hebron. Their last stop? Your home, of course. Jump in bed

'Twas Christmas in Nebraska

And 12 elves were sent

To see who was sleeping . . .

Away the elves went

In each home was nestled

Each girl and each boy,

while Cornhusker State visions

brought everyone joy.

Valeria Danilova is a freelance illustrator based in Moscow, Russia. She received a classical art education at the Art School and Art College with a focus on book illustration.

In 2011, she graduated from Moscow State University of Printing Arts, and since that time, she's been a part of the wonderful world of illustration. She loves to create picture books and board games for children with incredible characters, animals, cities, and adventures!

Email: ayirelav@yandex.ru

Behance: be.net/VallDanilova

Instagram: @val_danilova

Trish Madson is a lifelong book enthusiast with over 20 years' experience in the publishing and entertainment industry. Her true passion is creating books that inspire and encourage children to learn while ultimately having fun. When she's not working on children's books, she enjoys reading, taking advantage of the amazing year-round outdoor activities in the Pacific Northwest, spending time with her family, and hanging out on the beach.