Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh Awareness Tour is presented in partnership* with J. Brandon Boron and The Children’s Book Review.
Get ready to rev up your holiday spirit as Santa trades in his sleigh for a big rig in J. Brandon Boron’s festive new picture book, Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh!
When a case of the sniffles sidelines Santa’s reindeer, Christmas delivery seems doomed — until the big man himself fires up a shiny big rig and hits the open road! With a rumbling engine, a lot of heart, and plenty of milk and cookies to keep him going, Santa proves that with a little teamwork and creativity, the spirit of Christmas can roll on no matter what.
Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh is a joyful, fast-paced ride that will have readers cheering along every mile of the way!
Readers who join us on this virtual book tour have the chance to win a Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh prize pack! It’s the perfect holiday story to share with little readers who love adventure, laughter, and a touch of Christmas magic. Whether you’re cozying up for storytime or looking for the perfect festive gift, this book is sure to deliver. Don’t miss your chance to win — enter below to join the ride!
Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh
Virtual Tour Dates
| Tuesday, October 21, 2025 The Children’s Book Review Tour Kick-Off for Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh | |
| Thursday, October 23, 2025 The Starlit Path Book Review and Instagram Post about Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh | |
| Friday, October 24, 2025 @nissa_the.bookworm Instagram Post about Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh | |
| Monday, October 27, 2025 Crafty Moms Share Book Review for Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh | |
| Tuesday, October 28, 2025 icefairy’s Treasure Chest Book Review for Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh | |
| Thursday, October 30, 2025 Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers Guest Post about Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh | |
| Friday, October 31, 2025 A Blue Box Full of Books Instagram Post about Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh | |
| Monday, November 3, 2025 Lisa’s Reading Book Review for Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh | |
| Tuesday, November 4, 2025 The Fairview Review Book Review for Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh | |
| Thursday, November 6, 2025 Confessions of a Book Addict Book Spotlight on Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh | |
| Friday, November 7, 2025 @avainbookland Instagram Post about Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh | |
| Monday, November 10, 2025 Froggy Read Teach Instagram Post about Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh | |
| Tuesday, November 11, 2025 Deliciously Savvy Book Review for Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh | |
| Thursday, November 13, 2025 Country Mamas With Kids Book Review for Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh | |
| Friday, November 14, 2025 Mrs Makes Reading Fun Book Review for Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh | |
| Monday, November 17, 2025 @bored_military_wife Instagram Post about Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh | |
| Tuesday, November 18, 2025 Tinks_books_and_fosters Instagram Post about Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh |
Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh Book Giveaway
Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh: Book GiveawayAbout the Book
Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh
Written by J. Brandon Boron
Illustrated by Shaun Ivie
Ages: 4-8 | 38 Pages
Publisher: Mascot Kids (2025) | ISBN: 979-8891383333
Publisher’s Book Summary: With the reindeer sick and Christmas on the line, how on Earth will Santa get all of those toys to those good girls and boys?
Don’t worry—With 18 wheels, a little help from his friends, and a lot of milk and cookies, Santa has a plan!
Climb aboard and join Saint Nick and his pals as they make the most important delivery of the year!
Buy the Book
About the Author
J. Brandon Boron was born in Great Falls, Montana, but has spent most of his life traversing the United States and beyond.
After studying art, music, and biology at CSU, UMass, and UNLV, Brandon joined the US Army, where he has spent the last two decades serving as a military musician across Europe, the Middle East, and the US.
In addition to his military service, Brandon loves writing and performing music with his wife, Thordis, and camping together with their dog, Tjindu.
To learn more, visit poletopoleexpress.com
About the Illustrator
Shaun Ivie is an illustrator based in Washington who specializes in colorful, imaginative illustrations full of humor and adventure. His illustrations are designed to inspire children and parents to engage in exploration and creativity, to find value in one another, and to love unconditionally through shared imagination. Big or small, he enjoys collaborating on projects to craft fun, colorful stories that explore every reach of a child’s imagination.
When he is not illustrating, you can find him adventuring throughout the great Pacific Northwest with his wife Nicole, two kids, and his two dogs.
You can find more of his work at ivieillustration.com.
To learn more, visit santas18wheelchromeandsteelsleigh.com.
Thanks for following along with us on J. Brandon Boron’s Santa’s 18-Wheel Chrome-and-Steel Sleigh awareness tour!
34 Comments
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