Beware the Grumpus and his Dastardly, Dreadful Christmas Plan! From Alex T. Smith, bestselling author of the Claude series and How Winston Delivered Christmas, comes a fantastically festive adventure about a gorgeously grumpy character. Inspired by The Krampus and with a hint of The Grinch, The Grumpus is a heartwarming story that celebrates the true meaning of Christmas.

Do you know about The Grumpus? And about the Awful Thing that happened at the North Pole on Christmas Eve? Perhaps I should tell you about it. . .

Accompanied by Alex T. Smith's irresistible colour artwork, The Grumpus is the perfect story for all the family to enjoy together. This beautiful hardback with a festively foiled cover is destined to become a modern Christmas classic that adults and children alike will return to year after year.

‘Little ones will love this festive tale about a grumpy monster and his dastardly plan to stop Christmas.’ – Good Housekeeping

The Grumpus is the ideal Christmas gift or stocking filler for kids aged 7-12 who love cosy, adventurous stories full of folklore and friendship. Fans of classic Christmas tales will delight in this new story that's perfect for reading aloud on winter nights.