The Rise of
Nicholas
the Noble
A novel
About
The Book
Shipwrecked in the Arctic Tundra, a young boy named Nicholas and his dog, Barry, discover a magical and wondrous world called One True North, filled with magical creatures who protect a powerful object called the Lumistella Stone. But a dark force driven by greed lurks near. With his army of savage ice giants, Gangleri has come for the Stone. Can Nicholas accept his destiny and become the hero that One True North and the rest of the world so desperately need?
Meet
the AUTHOR
Join Chanda in person as she reads from The Rise of Nicholas the Noble and answers your questions about the novel, her writing process and Santaverse! Upcoming dates include:
11/28
Barnes & Noble | 1pm
634 NJ-17, Paramus, NJ 07652
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11/29
Foxtale Book Shoppe | 10:30am
105 E Main St., Woodstock, GA 30188
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12/6
Books-A-Million | 10:30am
401 S Mt. Juliet Rd. #405, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122
CHANDA’S
Vision
This novel serves as the lynchpin between the modern-day North Pole—what we call Santaverse™, including The Elf on the Shelf®, Elf Pets®, Elf Mates®, and Noorah®—and the full 2,000-year history of these characters. It answers the questions our fans have been asking for years and anchors the elves in a definitive narrative, explaining Santa’s origins, how the elves met him, and how they became magical.
While this chapter in Nicholas’s story takes place at the North Pole, the mythology doesn’t stop there. The series will continue to introduce new characters and stories that further expand this enchanted world — answering timeless questions about Santa, introducing his friends and foes, and chronicling his adventures over the centuries.
CHANDA’S
Process
Tackling the creation of a narrative that details the origins of a beloved figure such as Santa Claus was no easy task. St. Nicholas himself is a historical figure whose legends, miracles and lifetime have been well-documented. The mystery of how this man became the legendary figure known as Santa Claus, however, has never been revealed…until now!
My process included much research, including trips to Turkey, Switzerland, Norway and others that allowed me to dig into firsthand records and to experience what Nicholas might have experienced himself. There is still mystery in the story but I hope I have pieced together details that bring the magic of One True North to life!
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1ST CHAPTER READ-ALONG
What People Are Saying
“Fantastic concept…I was engaged with the fantasy element [and] universe.”
– Kathryn M, Reviewer
“My daughter and I both enjoyed reading this book. We [loved] the story of the Noble Nick and his dog.”
– Kearsten B, Reviewer
“Fantastic concept…I was engaged with the fantasy element [and] universe.”
– Kathryn M, Reviewer
“My kiddo is in elementary school and will enjoy reading this one!”
– Zaneta, @z.readz.bookz
Available Wherever Books Are Sold
Learn more about the characters and world of Nicholas the Noble at Santaverse.com.
Explore Chanda Bell’s other titles here.