One Stuffed Christmas — Mark Cusco Ailes

When Two Teddy Bears Are Separated at Christmas, Can Their New Owners Bring Them Together?

Theodore and his wife Lenore are happily married teddy bears who call Mr. Johnson's toy store home. But their plan to grow old together is thrown into chaos when two grandparents from different families each purchase one half of the cuddly couple. Now, these magical bears are separated for the first time in their lives, with no idea how to find the other.

Billy Johnson and Bayleigh Smith love the teddy bears their grandparents bought them for Christmas. So imagine their surprise when their new plush playthings become walking, talking beings. All they want is to be reunited with each other-and avoid becoming the family pets' newest chew toy. But how can each bear find the other with no clues to go on?

What follows captivates the small town of Valparaiso, Indiana, as Billy rallies the residents around the story of the separated bears, capturing their hearts and creating a sensation. In the process, a couple of kids show the incredible ability of young people to accomplish amazing things-with a little bit of help from the local news media.

A tender and touching holiday tale, One Stuffed Christmas is about the magic that flows from the most enchanting time of year and is destined to become a holiday classic the whole family can enjoy again and again.

Mark Cusco Ailes is a writer who focuses on fantasy, science fiction and horror novels. He currently lives in Valparaiso, Indiana.