Book #1 will be released fall 2025.
Christopher Kringle & The Seven Year Curse
It's impossible to describe how Christopher Kringle became Santa in one book. Many events took place to shape his life—and ours. Starting with his childhood, his immigrant parents, and meeting his best friend Wally, the adventure begins in the early part of the 20th century in his hometown of New York City.
BOOK SERIES MAIN CHARACTERS
Christopher Kringle
Wally (unknown last name)
Wally (unknown last name)
aka Chris, later known by many names including Santa Claus
Long before sleigh bells and reindeer, he was just a wide-eyed boy born moments after midnight on January 1, 1900—with a heart full of wonder and a secret buried in his past. Book-smart, wildly generous, and trusting to a fault, young Christopher wouldn’t survive without the help o
aka Chris, later known by many names including Santa Claus
Long before sleigh bells and reindeer, he was just a wide-eyed boy born moments after midnight on January 1, 1900—with a heart full of wonder and a secret buried in his past. Book-smart, wildly generous, and trusting to a fault, young Christopher wouldn’t survive without the help of those who love him. But there’s more to his story than cookies and chimneys. A hidden diary. A mysterious curse. And a destiny even he doesn’t yet understand.
Still, some things never change. He delivers joy in secret. And as he likes to say with a mischievous grin: “I’ve never been caught.”
Wally (unknown last name)
Wally (unknown last name)
Wally (unknown last name)
aka Wallace, later known by several names including William Lee Williams
Before the world knew the name Santa Claus, there was a boy named Wallace—street smart, fiercely loyal, and quietly brilliant. He’s the older brother who made sure Christopher didn’t just survive, but thrive. Raised in a barn, fluent in Shakespeare, and sharper with n
aka Wallace, later known by several names including William Lee Williams
Before the world knew the name Santa Claus, there was a boy named Wallace—street smart, fiercely loyal, and quietly brilliant. He’s the older brother who made sure Christopher didn’t just survive, but thrive. Raised in a barn, fluent in Shakespeare, and sharper with numbers than a Wall Street banker, Wally became the financial heart of the family business… even if most people never knew he existed.
But you will. Because once you uncover his real name, everything changes.
Luke Kringle
Wally (unknown last name)
Luke Kringle
aka Lars Klaus
Long before Christopher ever picked up a hammer—or a dream—there was his father. A master craftsman with calloused hands and a heart of gold, Luke believes in building things that last: homes, bridges, character.
He immigrated to America in 1897 with little more than grit and gratitude, carrying the lessons he learned growing
aka Lars Klaus
Long before Christopher ever picked up a hammer—or a dream—there was his father. A master craftsman with calloused hands and a heart of gold, Luke believes in building things that last: homes, bridges, character.
He immigrated to America in 1897 with little more than grit and gratitude, carrying the lessons he learned growing up among missionaries at Nonnberg Abbey. Life forced him to grow up fast—but he never stopped teaching his son how to slow down, pay attention, and do the job right.
His motto? “Work harder, not smarter—and then teach your kid to do both.”
Julianna Pucci
Shirley Cringlaski
Shirley Cringlaski
aka Guilianna, Julia or Mrs. Kringle
With a chalkboard heart and a mind full of ideas, Julianna believes every child deserves the chance to learn—and to be loved fiercely along the way. She’s a teacher by trade, a protector by nature, and the quiet force holding the Kringle family (and their secrets) together. While Luke builds with his ha
aka Guilianna, Julia or Mrs. Kringle
With a chalkboard heart and a mind full of ideas, Julianna believes every child deserves the chance to learn—and to be loved fiercely along the way. She’s a teacher by trade, a protector by nature, and the quiet force holding the Kringle family (and their secrets) together. While Luke builds with his hands, Julianna builds with wisdom.
Her motto? “Work smarter, not harder.”
But make no mistake—she’s no ordinary stepmother.
She’s the kind of soul who rewrites fairy tales and raises legends.
Shirley Cringlaski
Shirley Cringlaski
Shirley Cringlaski
aka Aunt Shirley, or maiden name of Shirley Levesque in Canada
With the recent purchase of her Magic Farm in Far Hills, New Jersey—Christopher's aunt has plenty of surprises for her nephew. One being a little boy hiding and living in her barn.
Aunt Shirley believes in helping others as much as possible—but she's got her hands full while tak
aka Aunt Shirley, or maiden name of Shirley Levesque in Canada
With the recent purchase of her Magic Farm in Far Hills, New Jersey—Christopher's aunt has plenty of surprises for her nephew. One being a little boy hiding and living in her barn.
Aunt Shirley believes in helping others as much as possible—but she's got her hands full while taking care of 50-acres by herself. From her unique relationship with Christopher's mother, to her family roots in Norway—Shirley would give anything to see her nephew succeed..
Most people will never forget how Aunt Shirley helps Christopher develop his survival skills for another Great Winter.
The Good Guys - Elves
The Bad Guys - Confraters
The Bad Guys - Confraters
The Ones Who Protect All That is Good
Long before humans built cities or tracked stars, they were here—an ancient, vanishing society of small but brilliant beings who’ve quietly shaped history from the edges. Some say they came from a hidden world called Ceres, a dwarf planet between Mars and Jupiter. Others say they were the first to unde
The Ones Who Protect All That is Good
Long before humans built cities or tracked stars, they were here—an ancient, vanishing society of small but brilliant beings who’ve quietly shaped history from the edges. Some say they came from a hidden world called Ceres, a dwarf planet between Mars and Jupiter. Others say they were the first to understand the language of light, time, and space.
They live in secret now, their numbers fading, their future uncertain. But one mission still binds them: protect the boy who could change everything.
They don’t speak of the end—except in whispers: “When the sun turns red, all things must end.”
Most people will never see them.
But they see him. And that’s enough.
The Bad Guys - Confraters
The Bad Guys - Confraters
The Bad Guys - Confraters
The Confraters: They Do Not Rule the World — They Rule the Rulers
For over five thousand years, they’ve whispered behind thrones and carved lies into the stone of history. Born in the shadows of the first written word, the Confraters are not a myth—they are the mythmakers. Egypt. Greece. Rome. The rise of every empire was no accident. Nor
The Confraters: They Do Not Rule the World — They Rule the Rulers
For over five thousand years, they’ve whispered behind thrones and carved lies into the stone of history. Born in the shadows of the first written word, the Confraters are not a myth—they are the mythmakers. Egypt. Greece. Rome. The rise of every empire was no accident. Nor was its fall.
They control through fear, shape minds through knowledge, and erase truth with ink. Their doctrine is written in a book so dangerous, it has been hidden, stolen, and rewritten through centuries: Artem Imperium—The Art of Control.
Only one child stands in their way.
A boy with a secret bloodline.
A spark from the last Great Winter.
His name is Christopher Kringle. And they are coming for him.
Book #1 will be released this fall: 2025, in Hershey, PA.
Written for kids...
... but meant for adults.
... but meant for adults.
Title: Christopher Kringle & The Seven-Year Curse
Author: Dr. P
Word Count: 95,000
Audience: Middle Grade (ages 9–14), Family Read-Aloud
Comparable Titles: A Christmas Carol, Harry Potter, The Mysterious Benedict Society, The Invention of Hugo Cabret
Themes include:
- Literacy and education as the ultimate gifts
- Found family, resilience, and identity
- Secret societies, codes, and real-world history
... but meant for adults.
... but meant for adults.
... but meant for adults.
Set in 1900s New York, this story introduces readers to Christopher Kringle—a boy born moments after midnight on January 1st, 1900—who unknowingly holds the genetic key to an ancient global secret. Raised by a loving stepmother and protected by a mysterious brother in hiding, Christopher begins unraveling truths that could one day make him… Santa Claus.
Pictures throughout book series:
- To teach real world history, document facts and locations
- Brain teasers to enlighten the youth
- Spark interest of younger readers, stimulate the adult mind
Review: Christopher Kringle & The Seven Year Curse
"Every legend has an origin... every gift has a secret."
A bold new middle-grade historical fantasy is set to redefine how families experience the holiday season. Christopher Kringle & The Seven-Year Curse by Dr. P is a cinematic, heart-driven origin story that reimagines Santa Claus as a kind-hearted, book-smart child born on January 1, 1900.
With a backdrop of real historical figures and themes of education, family, mystery, and moral courage, this is the first in a nine-book saga designed to rekindle childhood wonder while unpacking the hidden history of kindness.
Perfect for fans of The Mysterious Benedict Society, Harry Potter, The Chronicles of Narnia, and A Christmas Carol, this series weaves together magic and meaning in a way that resonates with readers of all ages.
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