The Car Who Almost Missed Christmas
What if the grumpiest car in town almost missed Christmas … and found something better? That’s the heart of The Car That Almost Missed Christmas, a new illustrated holiday story from Pacific Northwest author Megan Johnson and 19-year-old illustrator Maya Cowan.
Set in the twinkling town of Whistle Stop, the book introduces Milton Mufflebeck—a car famous for all the wrong reasons: running red lights, honking too much, and never stopping for anyone. But when a flat tire leaves him stranded on Christmas Eve, Milton discovers a place he never knew existed: The Great Alone. Guided by an unlikely companion, he learns the true secret of Christmas: slowing down, seeing others, and finding a place where you belong.
With humor, heart, and holiday magic, The Car That Almost Missed Christmas is perfect for:
Kids ages 6–12 who love beautiful art and unforgettable characters
Families searching for a meaningful holiday bedtime story
Anyone who has ever felt lonely during the holidays
Fans of The Polar Express, The Little Engine That Could, or Cars will find a new classic for their shelves in this linen-bound coffee table edition.
About the Author
Megan Johnson is a Pacific Northwest native, published author, speaker, and founder of CommonPlace, a nonprofit publishing house resourcing the under-resourced. She lives in Lake Chelan, WA, with her husband and three children.
About the Illustrator
Maya Cowan, 19, is an artist from Lake Chelan, WA, now studying psychology and playing soccer at Arizona Christian University. Inspired by nature, she paints under the motto, “paint what you love.”
What if the grumpiest car in town almost missed Christmas … and found something better? That’s the heart of The Car That Almost Missed Christmas, a new illustrated holiday story from Pacific Northwest author Megan Johnson and 19-year-old illustrator Maya Cowan.
Set in the twinkling town of Whistle Stop, the book introduces Milton Mufflebeck—a car famous for all the wrong reasons: running red lights, honking too much, and never stopping for anyone. But when a flat tire leaves him stranded on Christmas Eve, Milton discovers a place he never knew existed: The Great Alone. Guided by an unlikely companion, he learns the true secret of Christmas: slowing down, seeing others, and finding a place where you belong.
With humor, heart, and holiday magic, The Car That Almost Missed Christmas is perfect for:
Kids ages 6–12 who love beautiful art and unforgettable characters
Families searching for a meaningful holiday bedtime story
Anyone who has ever felt lonely during the holidays
Fans of The Polar Express, The Little Engine That Could, or Cars will find a new classic for their shelves in this linen-bound coffee table edition.
About the Author
Megan Johnson is a Pacific Northwest native, published author, speaker, and founder of CommonPlace, a nonprofit publishing house resourcing the under-resourced. She lives in Lake Chelan, WA, with her husband and three children.
About the Illustrator
Maya Cowan, 19, is an artist from Lake Chelan, WA, now studying psychology and playing soccer at Arizona Christian University. Inspired by nature, she paints under the motto, “paint what you love.”
What if the grumpiest car in town almost missed Christmas … and found something better? That’s the heart of The Car That Almost Missed Christmas, a new illustrated holiday story from Pacific Northwest author Megan Johnson and 19-year-old illustrator Maya Cowan.
Set in the twinkling town of Whistle Stop, the book introduces Milton Mufflebeck—a car famous for all the wrong reasons: running red lights, honking too much, and never stopping for anyone. But when a flat tire leaves him stranded on Christmas Eve, Milton discovers a place he never knew existed: The Great Alone. Guided by an unlikely companion, he learns the true secret of Christmas: slowing down, seeing others, and finding a place where you belong.
With humor, heart, and holiday magic, The Car That Almost Missed Christmas is perfect for:
Kids ages 6–12 who love beautiful art and unforgettable characters
Families searching for a meaningful holiday bedtime story
Anyone who has ever felt lonely during the holidays
Fans of The Polar Express, The Little Engine That Could, or Cars will find a new classic for their shelves in this linen-bound coffee table edition.
About the Author
Megan Johnson is a Pacific Northwest native, published author, speaker, and founder of CommonPlace, a nonprofit publishing house resourcing the under-resourced. She lives in Lake Chelan, WA, with her husband and three children.
About the Illustrator
Maya Cowan, 19, is an artist from Lake Chelan, WA, now studying psychology and playing soccer at Arizona Christian University. Inspired by nature, she paints under the motto, “paint what you love.”