The Christmas Light That Didn't Shine

"With its themes of friendship and problem-solving, and with the joy of Christmas, this book is a delightful addition to winter reading. - School Library Journal
The Christmas lights can finally come out of the box because it's Christmas! And when it's Christmas, they get to shine as bright and as pretty as they like. Hand in hand, they find their way between the pine needles. They hop from branch to branch and sway with joy. Everyone cheers . . . but one light remains silent. It doesn't shine. What could be the cause of its sudden darkness?
Featuring lovely illustrations that capture the warmth and spirit of Christmas, this book invites readers of all ages to join in the journey of overcoming obstacles and embracing the magic of the season.A warm book about friendship, perseverance, and a spark of Christmas magic. For Christmas angels ages 5 years and up.

At the start of her education at the art academy, Madelon Koelinga (1991) definitely did not want to illustrate children's books, because that seemed to be the obvious choice. 4 years later she wrote and illustrated her first picture book The Princess of Shoes for Clavis and there isn't something she loves doing more ever since. Since The Princess of Shoes, she has written and illustrated several books for Clavis, such as Een bereleuk feestje and Lieve luie Loewie.