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Santa's First Vegan Christmas Kindle Edition

by Robin Raven (Author), Kara Maria Schunk (Illustrator) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 out of 5 stars 275 ratings
This year, experience the holidays with a story of love, peace, and compassion! Meet Dana, a forthright and fun-loving reindeer who lives in the Arctic. On Christmas Eve, she meets Santa Claus, who has come looking for reindeer to pull his sleigh. Dana gently opens Santa's eyes to how we can be more kind to animals. Together they take off on a journey around the world, spreading far more than holiday cheer and giving far more than presents. By the time the sun rises on Christmas Day, things will never be the same!
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    June 27, 2016
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"Santa's First Vegan Christmas is a holiday jewel that is sure to inspire and help guide children of all ages to greater compassion and understanding. Beautiful full-color illustrations delight the eyes while poetic lines unfold a new version of Clement Moore's Christmas classic."--Dr. Will Tuttle, author of The World Peace Diet
"Quick-witted, radically kind, delightfully illustrated, this gem by author Robin Raven and artist Kara Maria Schunk reveals other animals' own destinies by way of a holiday classic, unharnessed. As reindeer were the first animals to be domesticated, Santa's First Vegan Christmas is a redemption some sixteen thousand years in coming. A splendid gift with a transcendent message for a young reader."--Lee Hall, author of On Their Own Terms: Animal Liberation for the 21st Century
"Santa's First Vegan Christmas is a first! Beautifully written and stunningly illustrated, this wonderful book shows clearly how all of Earth's residents, nonhuman and human alike, benefit when kindness, compassion, peace, and love are abundantly extended to all beings. It's a win-win for everyone. I hope this lovely and most important book will find its way into all schools, libraries, homes, and hearts. Congratulations to Robin Raven and Kara Maria Schunk for taking the time to produce this landmark book. It really is that good."--Marc Bekoff, author of Rewilding Our Hearts: Building Pathways of Compassion and Coexistence
"This disarming, beautiful book reads like a collaboration between Dr Seuss and Grandma Moses. And how refreshing to encounter the classic Santa Claus story rendered into an uplifting tale of love and respect for all who may enjoy life."--Jonathan Balcombe, author of What a Fish Knows
"Robin Raven has created a tale filled with the true meaning of Christmas: peace, joy, and compassion toward all."--Mark Hawthorne, author of A Vegan Ethic
"This beautiful, charmingly illustrated book delivers an important lesson for young and old on the true spirit of the season. It is always better to give than receive, to think of how to help others, to practice kindness and selfless compassion, and to ask oneself, 'How can I do better?' We felt sorry for poor bullied Rudolph, but Dana the Reindeer encourages us to take our compassion much further."--Leinana Two Moons, author of Baconish
"Santa's First Vegan Christmas is really cute and a great angle on the Santa and reindeer story. I really love the ending!"--Kip Anderson, co-director of Cowspiracy: The Sustainability Secret
"I just read Santa's First Vegan Christmas. All I can say is... it's delightful, whimsical and enchanting. How refreshing to experience a new take on this age old tradition. It's a lovely story for kids and a thought provoking one for everybody. Last year I read Robin Raven's first novel, Next Stop: Nina which was an intimate and revealing story about the title character. This wonderful new Christmas tale shows Ms Raven's amazing range as an author. Also, the artwork in the book is just wonderful and so captures the feeling of the story. Merry Christmas to all!"--Jerry Houser, critically acclaimed actor of such films as Summer of '42
"Santa's eyes are opened to a kinder way of living in this non-traditional twist of a holiday favorite. With stunning illustrations, Santa's First Vegan Christmas sweetly reminds adults and children of the true meaning of the season we celebrate, making it a perfect holiday read!"--Stephanie Dreyer, author of Not a Nugget and founder of Veegmama
"Perception is everything--and Robin Raven and Kara Maria Schunk take readers on a joyful Christmas adventure with the goal of shaking up a few holiday perceptions. With gorgeous illustrations (Schunk), Raven creates a Christmas where sentient beings are honored and respected. As all creatures should be. A must read for children and adults alike."--Carolyn Haines, USA Today bestselling author of the Sarah Booth Delaney mystery series
"This is a beautifully crafted children's book that teaches children (and grownups) about honoring and respecting animals in all facets of our lives. The book is written for all ages, and is perfect for cozy bedtime reading. The illustrations are magnificent. I am giving this book as Christmas gifts this year. Robin Raven is a writer that understands where we need to go in our relationship to animals, and her own brilliance is her ability to make it seem inevitable and timely that we look at how we can make it happen. Bravo!"--Corey Parker, critically acclaimed actor and member of The Actors Studio
"Colorful dynamic illustrations accompany a simple story that takes off with the familiar 'Twas the night before Christmas...' and ends in utopia. Not so simple--through reindeer protagonist Dana, the author issues a firm challenge to anyone stuck in a senseless tradition: 'I know you meant no harm. You're just going along with the cultural norm'. Original and timely, this book contributes to the expansion of our collective consciousness and nourishes our undervalued empathy."--Ana M. Negrón, MD author of Nourishing The Body and Recovering Health

About the Author

Author and actress Robin Raven grew up in Saraland, Alabama. She holds a BFA from the School of Visual Arts and is now furthering her education. Robin blogs at RobinRaven.com and loves to connect with readers on social media. She often has her feet on a dance floor or her nose in a book, and delicious vegan food rocks her world.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01HNIOXOA
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Vegan Publishers
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 27, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 16.1 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
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  • Best Sellers Rank: #4,310,267 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 out of 5 stars 275 ratings

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Robin Raven

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Robin Raven is the human who once belonged to the greatest dog that ever lived. These days, she's an author. Simon & Schuster imprint Adams Media published Robin's "The Kindness Workbook: An Interactive Guide for Creating Compassion in Yourself and the World" on December 14, 2021. Her children's book, "Santa's First Vegan Christmas", was critically acclaimed and shared by celebrities like Alicia Silverstone on social media.

Born in Mobile, Alabama, Robin grew up in a nearby town called Saraland, and her hometown is a lovely place that still inspires her. As an adult, Ms. Raven has mostly lived in Los Angeles and New York City, so she also considers those cities to be home.

She holds a BFA from the School of Visual Arts, and she is set to graduate with an MFA from California State University, Northridge in May of 2022. Robin blogs at RobinRaven.com and loves to connect with readers on social media. She often has her feet on a dance floor or her nose in a book, and delicious vegan food rocks her world.

Customer reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars
275 global ratings

Customers say

Customers praise the book's gorgeous illustrations and eye-opening Christmas story. Moreover, the writing style is nicely crafted, and customers find it fun to read, with one noting it's a huge hit with young ones. Additionally, they appreciate the message, with one review highlighting how it teaches respect for all through understanding. However, the rhyme quality receives mixed reactions from customers.

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10 customers mention "Art style"9 positive1 negative

Customers appreciate the gorgeous illustrations in the book.

"Absolutely beautifully written AND the graphics are stunning! A great gift idea. All kids and adults will love it :)" Read more

"...is important... It teaches respect for all though understanding... Beautiful graphics..." Read more

"...They love the verse, the story, and the gorgeous illustrations. A holiday favorite, for sure." Read more

"Adorable book. Love it. Beautiful illustration and story." Read more

10 customers mention "Story quality"10 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story of the book, describing it as wonderful and eye-opening, with one customer noting how it captures the feeling of the narrative.

"...They love the verse, the story, and the gorgeous illustrations. A holiday favorite, for sure." Read more

"This is an amazing Christmas story that I hope will be the start to a new story telling tradition over the season...." Read more

"Wonderful story! Opened my eyes to our accepted treatment of animals and how we could change ! Beautiful illustrations help tell the story...." Read more

"Santa's First Vegan Christmas is a clever story that exposes the injustice underlying the traditional Santa and reindeer narrative...." Read more

8 customers mention "Message"8 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's message, with reviews highlighting its thoughtful approach to animal rights and environmental conservation, and its ability to teach children about compassion and respect for all living beings.

"Inspiring!!" Read more

"This is a beautifully written story with a important message shared in a lovely way... No one was vilified, which is important... It teaches respect..." Read more

"Mediocre artwork. Forced rhymes. But the most critical message out of any that can be shared in this current day. Murder and slavery are wrong...." Read more

"Wonderful story! Opened my eyes to our accepted treatment of animals and how we could change ! Beautiful illustrations help tell the story...." Read more

7 customers mention "Fun for kids"7 positive0 negative

Customers find the book fun for kids, with one mentioning it's a huge hit with young ones and another noting it's great for gift-giving.

"...What a fun book. Ms. Raven has done an excellent job teaching about saving our planet and its resources via a Christmas story...." Read more

"...I love that the verses rhyme, which makes it fun to read to kids...." Read more

"...It is written simply & kindly & the artwork is colourful & fun. A truly lovely piece of work! Nikki Medwell..." Read more

"Absolutely beautifully written AND the graphics are stunning! A great gift idea. All kids and adults will love it :)" Read more

5 customers mention "Writing style"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the writing style of the book.

"Absolutely beautifully written AND the graphics are stunning! A great gift idea. All kids and adults will love it :)" Read more

"This is a beautifully written story with a important message shared in a lovely way... No one was vilified, which is important... It teaches respect..." Read more

"...It is written simply & kindly & the artwork is colourful & fun. A truly lovely piece of work! Nikki Medwell..." Read more

"Nicely written. A wonderful and meaningful twist to the story" Read more

3 customers mention "Rhyme quality"2 positive1 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the rhyme quality of the book.

"...We both fell in love with it. I love that the verses rhyme, which makes it fun to read to kids...." Read more

"Mediocre artwork. Forced rhymes. But the most critical message out of any that can be shared in this current day. Murder and slavery are wrong...." Read more

"...They love the verse, the story, and the gorgeous illustrations. A holiday favorite, for sure." Read more

Free the People! Live in Peace!
5 out of 5 stars
Free the People! Live in Peace!
There is enough food to feed the world. There are enough people to help turn the damage we've done to this planet around. There are children who will read this book who deserve to believe in hope for the future, for animals and humans alike. This book is a timely reminder of these good things. The colourful artwork is delightful and the care the author obviously has about every living thing is heartwarming. It's a beautiful book, made with love and full of hope.
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  • Kara M. Schunk
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Brilliant Revision of a Cherished Holiday Story
    Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2016
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    Santa's First Vegan Christmas is a clever story that exposes the injustice underlying the traditional Santa and reindeer narrative. But don't worry, the story is not meant to subvert, but rather to revise. The author is not looking to rain on anyone's Santa parade. Instead, she merely points out the errors in the original narrative and its depictions and revises the story to include reindeers as subjects rather than objects whose sole purpose is to pull Santa's heavy sleigh. Culture in general, and facets such as stories, art, and traditions, in particular, are meant to be revised as we become more conscious and aware of the myriad injustices that have been understated or glossed over throughout history. The Santa and reindeer story is one of those stories that required a subtle revision, and here we are: Robin Raven ever so brilliantly sheds light on injustices we've overlooked for so long. By writing a new story, Raven paves the way for other traditions to be revised. We are all waking up now, and there is no slowing us down.
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  • Jerry
    5.0 out of 5 stars What a lovely book.
    Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2016
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    I just read Santa's First Vegan Christmas. All I can say is... it's delightful, whimsical and enchanting. How refreshing to experience a new take on this age old tradition. It's a lovely story for kids and a thought provoking one for everybody. Last year I read Robin Raven's first novel, Next Stop: Nina which was an intimate and revealing story about the title character. This wonderful new Christmas tale shows Ms Raven's amazing range as an author. Also, the artwork in the book is just wonderful and so captures the feeling of the story. Merry Christmas to all!
    11 people found this helpful
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  • Lee
    5.0 out of 5 stars A+ Christmas Story
    Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2016
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    I pre-ordered Santa's First Vegan Christmas and it finally arrived. Even though it's June, I read the book to my daughter right away. We both fell in love with it. I love that the verses rhyme, which makes it fun to read to kids. You instantly feel for Dana the reindeer and cheer for her and Santa as they work together to do good deeds on Christmas Eve. Lots of lessons to be learned in this book, so I encourage all parents to get a copy. You won't be disappointed.

    I paid full price for this book and the review is my honest opinion.
    4 people found this helpful
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  • Caibre Sangsorn
    5.0 out of 5 stars A good value.
    Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2018
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    Mediocre artwork. Forced rhymes. But the most critical message out of any that can be shared in this current day. Murder and slavery are wrong. This product is a fair choice, with a fair price. It's actually quite cheap right now, for a recently written book, brand new condition, hardcover with a sleeve no less. Five stars, easily, all things considered.
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  • Jessica Bayliss
    4.0 out of 5 stars 4.5 Stars. A beautiful Book that captures the spirit of Christmas.
    Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2016
    Format: Hardcover
    4.5 Stars. A beautiful Book that captures the spirit of Christmas.

    ​In "Santa's First Vegan Christmas," one of Santa's reindeer turns the traditional myth on its head. When Dana the reindeer schools Santa on oppression and the importance of life, not only does Christmas change, so does the whole world. People who focus on dietary guidelines when they think of the concept of veganism will be taken aback by the way this book weaves in the full range of what this term really encompasses. The story, told in verse evoking the vibe of "The Night before Christmas," is full of heart. My favorite line is "People tried less taking and a lot more giving." I will say the rhythm and meter isn't always consistent, but that's the only negative I can offer on this beautiful book. And let me remark on the illustrations. The illustrations--just gorgeous, vibrant, magical images. So much saturated color and remarkable depth.

    I thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful little picture book, and I can easily recommend it to my friends, vegan or not.

    I was given a free copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
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  • Nikki
    5.0 out of 5 stars This is an amazing Christmas story that I hope will be the start ...
    Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2016
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    This is an amazing Christmas story that I hope will be the start to a new story telling tradition over the season. It is written simply & kindly & the artwork is colourful & fun.
    A truly lovely piece of work!

    Nikki Medwell
    Bed & Broccoli - Owner/Operator - Australia
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  • Jordon
    1.0 out of 5 stars Great book, horrible condition
    Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2018
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    Paper sleeve was torn up, the bottom end of the spine was also torn off and one page on the center has a ripped hole.
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  • Yvonne Mason
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful!!!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2016
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    I just purchased this little book for two of my grandchildren for Christmas. What a fun book. Ms. Raven has done an excellent job teaching about saving our planet and its resources via a Christmas story. If I could give it 10 stars I would. Excellent Book!!!!
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  • Shara Wilton
    5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome children’s book
    Reviewed in Canada on July 16, 2020
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    So cosy!!! I love this book so much. A very loving, compassionate story without being “in your face” vegan.
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  • Verena
    3.0 out of 5 stars Alright
    Reviewed in Germany on March 18, 2017
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    I got really excited about a vegan Christmas book but got a bit disappointed.

    The illustrations aren't that great and my daughter hasn't really gotten into it so far. The language is what makes me give this book only three stars. It rhymes but some of the words are just too difficult for a small child. I just excpected more but maybe it is just my taste in books that's the problem... Great idea though to create a vegan Christmas story.
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  • Monica Parisi
    5.0 out of 5 stars Bellissima storia natalizia! A beautiful Christmas Carol
    Reviewed in Italy on March 23, 2019
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    Una bella storia natalizia, con immagini belle e colorate ed un contenuto etico e divertente. Da consigliare per l'inglese dei bambini di tutte le età! Bel testo!
    A beautiful story, good written, beautiful and colorfull pictures. A story for the hearth and for the language!
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  • Teri L. Thom
    5.0 out of 5 stars Must have for this changing world
    Reviewed in Canada on September 18, 2018
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    Love this book. The art is exceptional and the writing evocative. Bought one for my grandkids and one for me.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on January 28, 2017
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    Wonderful book with excellent art work and a heart felt story line.
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