A Christmas Tree Without a House: The Story of Sam and the Mysterious Joseph E.W. Pine

Joseph E.W. Pine, a talking 45-foot-tall evergreen living in the forest next to a Christmas tree farm, has long dreamed of becoming a Christmas tree. His dreams seem to come true when he strikes up a friendship with Sam, a big-hearted boy of seven, who loves Christmas more than his own birthday. When Joseph tells Sam of his longing, Sam hatches a plan to surprise Joseph with a home-made Christmas star on Christmas Eve. But the plan turns dark when a worsening snowstorm traps Sam high in Joseph’s branches. As the situation turns dire, Sam reminds Joseph of what Mrs. Albee, who runs the Christmas tree farm, has always told A tree, once it becomes a Christmas tree, becomes magical. Does Joseph believe that? Can he conjure up enough magic to save the day?

A Christmas Tree Without a House blends wit, whimsy, and a dash of suspense to render a story that captures the spirit of Christmas; an uplifting tale of serendipity, generosity, friendship and the magical power of hope and belief to make dreams come true.