James Daniel and the First Christmas is historical fiction. Characters and events drawn from the Bible are as truthfully represented as the author's research could possibly make them. Historical events based on scripture are intended to be in chronological order. Advent observances and scripture readings are added so that individuals and families may celebrate the Advent season. Now its possible to celebrate Advent and also experience the wonder of the first Christmas through the pages of James Daniel and the First Christmas. The celebration begins on the first Sunday of Advent. Follow the example of our imaginary family. Prepare your own Advent wreath and candles. There are enough printed scripture passages and book chapters for each evening of the Advent calendar. Advent observances and scripture readings are added so that individuals and families may celebrate the Advent season while enjoying this wondrous story of adventure, romance and redemption. Travel to the first Christmas with James, The Queen and Suki, a saluki pup saved from the fires of Gehenna. Experience the first Christmas in real time and historically accurate detail. See the cosmic drama of the Savior's birth through the eyes of Mary, Joseph, shepherds, angels and the Magi. Advent scripture readings are arranged whenever possible to mirror the events that are occurring within the book. Each Advent Sunday evening light the appropriate candle and talk about its meaning. Enjoy Advent with the Holy Bible and James Daniel and the First Christmas.