Meet
Santa
Clawback
This holiday season, prepare for a fresh kind of magic: not quite reindeer, definitely not North Pole cookie-trotting—something even more memorable.
When elf Erik Van Bracken dreamt bigger than Santa’s simple ways, his ambitious invention spun out of control. Searching for answers, he fled to the icy South Pole. There, he transformed into Santa Clawback, the polar opposite of the jolly man in red, stealing toys instead of delivering them...
LIMITED FIRST
EDITION
1,000 hand-numbered editions a boutique
inaugural printing marking the launch of the
Santa Clawback universe, available only in
this debut run.
Our Story...
Inspiration can be found at the strangest times and in places you’d never expect. You might not even realize it. As a husband and father of two young children, my wife and I always do everything possible to set positive examples for them. Let me preface this by stating that our children are the lights of our eyes, and like most parents, we love them unequivocally. That being said, like all children, they have good moments, great moments, and moments when you, as a parent, question your entire DNA lineage dating back to the cavemen...
OUR TEAM
Author
Bradley J. Young has built a career turning bold ideas into unforgettable experiences, from reshaping Chicago’s hospitality scene to developing world-class restaurants and Emmy-winning campaigns. Now, as co-founder of Bee Young Publishing House, he brings his creative vision to
children’s literature. Inspired by a spontaneous “Santa Clawback” quip to his mischievous
seven-year-old twins, Young crafted this lavishly illustrated fable blending humor, heart, and redemption.
Artist/Illustrator
Ashvin Harrison is a globally celebrated Australian artist whose works are held in private, corporate, and royal collections in over 50 countries. Known for his unique expression of Motusrealism, black-and-white charcoal foundations splashed with vibrant bursts of color, his art has captivated audiences worldwide with his work garnering over 1 billion views online. Santa Clawback: Mysterious Origins and Dastardly Deeds marks his debut as a children’s book artist and illustrator, marrying his signature style with storytelling magic.
Editorial Designer
Lizabel Young earned her degree in Computer Graphics and Motion Technology from DePaul University, where she developed a strong foundation in design and digital innovation. She began her career on the marketing team at Hoy, the Chicago Tribune’s Spanish language newspaper, excelling in layout design, graphic arts, video editing, and digital promotion. After several years as a creative freelancer, Lizabel co-founded Bee Young Publishing House, where she serves as Editor-in-Chief and contributes her artistic vision to its debut project, Santa Clawback: Mysterious Origins and Dastardly Deeds.
Producer
Debbie Morton has over 15 years in television and film, she is a versatile writer, director, and producer of documentaries, renowned for her keen storytelling and visual arts expertise. For the past decade, she's owned and operated acclaimed Philadelphia galleries, including Morton Contemporary, representing over 30 international artists.
As producer of Bradley Young’s children’s book, Santa Clawback: Mysterious Origins and Dastardly Deeds, Debbie shapes the vision, assembles top professionals, and ensures seamless, high-quality production. Her arts and media background bridges creativity and execution, guiding the project to success.
