There’s a new reindeer in town and he is determined to be Santa’s top deer this year! This modern adaptation of Robert L. May's classic tale presents the heartwarming story of a courageous and daring reindeer named Saunter.

With all the warmth, sensitivity and feel-good elements a Christmas tale should have, Saunter, by writer R. Mike Wallace, will become a treasured classic during the holidays.

"I want to be a Santa reindeer!" is the voice heard loud and clear one cold, wintry night at the North Pole. Saunter, an unusually large and athletic reindeer, has a dream—to lead Santa's sleigh on Christmas night. But Saunter must jump through a few hoops and travel over some treacherous territory before he realizes his dream. Two unsavory wolves, Girty and Simona, have a different plan in mind for Saunter. Escaping the hungry jaws of wolves, enduring the snide remarks of the other reindeers and being rejected by the big guy himself doesn't lessen Saunter's desire one bit! Saunter is determined to be part of the most wonderful night of the year—Christmas.

Will Saunter realize his dream? Can he convince Santa and the elves that he is worthy of such a venture and will Girty and Simona ever stop their relentless pursuit?

R. Mike Wallace writes an endearing story about the magic of Christmas and the beautiful serendipity that is always just around the corner when one truly believes in their dream. An unforgettable story full of inspiration and cheer, Saunter is to be shared with the ones you love most this Christmas year.
 

About the Author

R. Mike Wallace is a fulltime writer. Mr. Wallace is currently working on other children’s stories and a full length fiction novel about a young boy growing up in the hills of Tennessee. He lives in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado.  Saunter is his first book.