Dear Santa - Real Kids' Letters to Santa | Vol. I & Vol. II: The Naughty List

Straight from Santa's Inbox...
The Dear Santa Book Series

Since 1997, children around the world have sent tens of millions of letters through emailSanta.com. The Dear Santa books collect some of the funniest, sweetest and most unforgettable letters from Santa's inbox. Start with Vol. I, head straight for the Naughty List or get both.

Cover of Dear Santa, Letters to emailSanta.com Vol. I

Vol. I: Kids' Letters

Heartwarming. Hilarious. Pure Christmas Magic.

More than 1,000 genuine children's letters to Santa, filled with wishes, questions, imagination and laugh-out-loud surprises.

Softcover ISBN: 978-1-0698768-0-5

eBook ISBN: 978-1-0698768-1-2

Get Vol. I

Vol. II: The Naughty List

The Naughty List Has Never Been This Funny.

More than 1,000 real letters from Santa's inbox, packed with confessions, excuses, sibling accusations and wonderfully naughty-list-worthy moments.

Softcover ISBN: 978-1-0698768-2-9

eBook ISBN: 978-1-0698768-3-6

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Santa's inbox has been featured by

The New York Times• BBC• Newsweek• Reader's Digest• CBC

Real letters. Tens of millions received. Christmas magic since 1997.

A Glimpse Inside Santa's Inbox

A taste of the real letters that inspired the Dear Santa series.

My grandpa misses grandma a lot. Can you bring him a hug? And I’d like a telescope so I can see her star.

- Luke, 7, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

I bet Mrs Claus is the real boss and you just do the deliveries like the postman.

- Layla, 13, St Albans, Hertfordshire, England

My dad wants you to shovel the walk when you're here

- Stephen, 3, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Can you teach my baby sister to sleep at night? She's broken. Her belly button off switch isn't working.

- Christie, 2, San Diego, California, United States

You are very good at keeping quiet on christmas eve, but I know you`re there! :)

- Edwina, 8, Belfast, Northern Ireland

Why don’t you just come in through the front door like a normal person?

- Michael, 6, Yonkers, New York, United States

Thanks for the presents last year. I love my fish tank, but the fish keep popping off! The snails are smashing it though!

- Archie, 12, Bradford, West Yorkshire, England

Don't get stuck down the chimney. It's really small and I know you've been eating biscuits all year long.

- Robby, 9, Birmingham, England

Santa,what do you do if you get burnt going down a chimney? Do you wear fire-proof clothes or child-proof clothes?

- Tobiasz, 11, Ferndown, Dorset, England

Do you wear suspenders or does an elf hold your pants up from behind with a fishing rod?

- Brendan, 5, Red Deer, Alberta, Canada

I promise I won't be afraid of you this year! Mom promised me your beard isn’t going to eat me.

- Kirby, 2, Airdrie, Alberta, Canada

Please tell your toybag to be gentle with my gift. It’s fragile like my tweenie sister’s mood.

- Mark, 15, Havre de Grace, Maryland, United States

Dont get stuck behined the fire the gas man left you a special magic hole. I saw it last time he came!

- Adam, 4, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England

i promise if i get boxing gloves i will not hit my sister HONEST

- Jake, 4, Wollongong, NSW, Australia

If a kid was extra naughty today and his pressies are already in the sleigh, I can take them if you want. :)

- Ian, 15, Slough, Berkshire, England

I asked for peace and quiet but my baby sister is still here

- Mike-mike, 3, Jacksonville, Florida, United States

... and that's just a peek inside Santa's inbox!

Discover more than 2,000 real letters across Vol. I and Vol. II!

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What Others Are Saying About the Letters Behind the Books

★★★★★

Could you please e-mail some more letters to us asap... we're having fun reading them on the air...

Julie Buckingham, Rock 94 FM, Morning Show Co-host
Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

★★★★★

These are GREAT!!

Michael Waite, WJBR-FM
Wilmington, Delaware, United States

★★★★★

We love the book!

Tawny O'Hara, Manager,
The Spirit of Christmas Store
Banff, Alberta, Canada

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emailSanta.com and its letters have attracted media attention around the world including...

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FAQ

Dear Santa, Letters to emailSanta.com – Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dear Santa, Letters to emailSanta.com Vol. I: 1,000 Hilarious Kids' Letters to Santa?

Dear Santa is a hilarious and heart-warming collection of 1,000 genuine kids' letters to Santa sent through emailSanta.com since 1997. It's a joyful celebration of childhood imagination and the Christmas spirit.

What is Dear Santa, Letters to emailSanta.com Vol. II: The Naughty List Has Never Been This Funny?

Vol. II: The Naughty List is the mischievous companion to Vol. I, featuring more than 1,000 real letters to Santa sent through emailSanta.com. Expect confessions, excuses, sibling accusations and plenty of Christmas mischief.

What's inside the Dear Santa books?

Real letters to Santa, grouped by age! Vol. I mixes sweet, surprising and laugh-out-loud letters. Vol. II turns up the mischief with Naughty List confessions, excuses and family antics.

Who is the author/curator?

Alan Kerr, creator of emailSanta.com. Alan has ties to both Calgary and Thunder Bay. The site has been featured by the New York Times, BBC, CBC, CNN, Reader's Digest and more globally for nearly three decades.

Is this really made from real kids' letters?

Yes! All letters were genuinely submitted to emailSanta.com. Families had to opt-in to share their letters with others. Names and identifying details were removed to protect privacy where necessary.

What formats are the books available in?

Both volumes are available as 6″ × 9″ softcover books and as eBooks. See the Where to Buy page for current formats and retailers.

Who is the book for?

Perfect for families, grandparents, teachers, librarians, holiday gift-givers, Secret Santas and anyone who needs a seasonal smile.

Where can I buy the book?

Both volumes are available through select retailers. See the current list on our Where to Buy page.

Will there be more volumes?

The series now includes Vol. I: 1,000 Hilarious Kids' Letters to Santa and Vol. II: The Naughty List Has Never Been This Funny. The plan is to add a new book each year to the collection.

Can my child's letter be included in a future volume?

Send a letter at emailSanta.com and check the box allowing Santa to share. The elves read everything!

I'm a retailer. How do I stock the book?

We'd love to partner with you to help spread Christmas cheer! Email [email protected] for wholesale/consignment details.

Has the book been featured in the media?

Jumping Jinglebells, yes! The Head Elf did radio interviews in Calgary (QR77) & Edmonton (880|CHED). The Calgary Herald and CBC wrote feature articles and there was even an interview broadcast nationally on CBC News Network's Hanomansing Tonight!

How do I contact Santa or the author?

Book & retail inquiries: [email protected]
Write to Santa: emailSanta.com

Dear Santa in the News

The magical story behind emailSanta.com and the Dear Santa books have been featured in television, print and radio.

CBC News Network
Santa's Head Elf Alan Kerr talks about the letters children send Santa.

Calgary Herald
The story of the Santa-letter website and the book it inspired.

Global News Radio
Interviews about children's letters to Santa and the Dear Santa project.

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Straight from Santa's Inbox...The Dear Santa Book Series

Vol. I: Kids' Letters

Vol. II: The Naughty List

A Glimpse Inside Santa's Inbox

What Others Are Saying About the Letters Behind the Books

As Seen In

Continue the Christmas Magic

FAQ

Dear Santa, Letters to emailSanta.com – Frequently Asked Questions

Dear Santa in the News

Straight from Santa's Inbox...
The Dear Santa Book Series