This is where it all began, the small story that planted the seed. What started as a snowflake became my North Pole.

The moment I realized I wasn’t chasing a dream… I was already living inside one. That’s when my spirit filled with joy, wonder, and an unshakable hope.

Book cover titled "Santa's Other Jobs" by Tristan Burrington.
A black and white illustration of Santa Claus carrying a stack of pizza boxes, with a list titled "Santa's Other Jobs" on the right side.
Black and white illustration of a father and son talking, with the father having a beard and the son with curly hair, sitting and engaging in conversation.
Black and white illustration of a young boy with spiky hair and large eyes, wearing a T-shirt, smiling. Adjacent text describes a kid named Nick as a quiet, friendly, caring boy who likes to help others.
A split page with two sections. The left section has text: "Nick learned that whatever the task or test, you always try to do your best." The right section has text: "PAPERBOY. Nick turned eleven on his first day of work, delivering newspapers. He he
A drawing of Santa Claus riding a bicycle, wearing a Santa hat, with a large bag of gifts over his shoulder. Next to the drawing, there is text that reads: "They hopped on their bikes, each with a full sack slung over their back."
A door with a mailbox and doormat in front of it, and a newspaper rolled up on the floor.
Black and white coloring page of a Santa Claus washing dishes at a sink, holding a plate. To the left, a text block titled 'Pizza Shop' explains how Nick learned to sweep floors and wash dishes before working in a pizza place.
Black and white illustration of Santa Claus preparing a pizza, with ingredients and tools on the counter.
A box of pizza with slices cut, steam rising, next to text about pizza slices and smell.
A coloring page featuring Santa Claus standing next to a trash truck, waving, dressed in his traditional outfit.
Black and white illustration of three trash cans labeled 'TOTER' with garbage bags on the ground nearby.
Black and white illustration of a young man with spiky hair, freckles, and a striped shirt, smiling with arms crossed, in front of a garbage truck, with a block of text on the left describing his pride in his work.
A cartoon illustration of a happy young man with voluminous hair in a hoodie and shorts, standing in front of a windmill, with a smiling woman with long wavy hair in casual clothes, in front of a bright sky with clouds.
A comic strip with two panels about a delivery driver named Nick. The first panel describes how Nick searched for new ways to earn a living, enjoys driving around town in all weather, and delivers food door to door while listening to the radio. The s
A black and white illustration of Santa Claus driving a car, wearing a Santa hat, with a cheerful expression. There is a gift bag hanging on the car window. Next to the illustration, a text box contains a story about Santa delivering warm food to hom
Two panels of text; the left panel describes Nick being quick behind the wheel and curious when called into the office, while the right panel quotes Nick expressing his desire to be Head of Delivery and accepting the role with a wink.
A storage room with metal shelves containing pizza boxes labeled "Icehouse Delivers" and reusable bags with a penguin logo, next to a door with a sign.
Black and white illustration of a man with a beard, wearing a cap and apron, standing in a pizza kitchen with ovens and a cart. Text on the left describes him working inside a store, baking pizzas, serving customers, and managing deliveries.
Black and white illustration of a house with a chimney being swept by a person on the roof using a chimney brush, with a ladder leaning against the chimney.
A drawing of a brick fireplace with a fire burning inside and a bottle on top, alongside a text box explaining the importance of chimney sweeping for home safety.
A black and white sketch of Santa Claus wearing a hat and overalls, holding a sparkler in one hand.
Two panels of text with black borders. The left panel says, 'Age doesn’t matter, young or old, a Good Sweep is worth any weight in gold.' The right panel says, 'Nick began to surprise himself with what he could do. Before long, you may surprise yours
A black and white illustration of two workers building scaffolding next to a house with a chimney, one on the scaffolding and one holding a tool on the ground, all wearing hard hats.
A line drawing of a man with a beard wearing a Santa hat, work apron, and long-sleeve shirt, shaping a brick wall with a trowel.
Comparison of two poems about Nick, one titled "Old St Nick" and the other "A New Dream," describing his experience with chimneys and his transformation over time.
A black and white illustration of a cozy coat with a fluffy collar hanging on a clothes rack, with a sack on the floor beside it.
Black and white illustration of two smiling elves with pointed ears standing next to a large reindeer with antlers, in a fictional Christmas-themed scene.
Black and white illustration of Santa Claus reading a letter with a full moon in the night sky.
Santa Claus kneeling in front of a decorated Christmas tree, placing presents under it in a cozy living room with stockings hanging from the fireplace.
Black and white drawing of Santa Claus in a sleigh, wearing a Santa hat and coat, holding the reins.
Two text boxes with stories about Christmas traditions and gift-giving: The first mentions Nick using skills to help boys and girls wake up to presents, and the second asks what Santa did after dropping off the last gift.
Santa Claus carrying multiple pizza boxes labeled 'PIZZA' with a cheerful expression.
Coloring page of Santa Claus taking a selfie at a pizza party, with children in the background and pizzas on tables.
Black and white illustration of Santa Claus carrying a sack, looking into the distance with a peaceful expression, against a starry sky background.
A two-panel comic with a blank left panel and a right panel containing a joke. The joke reads: "Dad, why do Santa's old jobs, sound like your old jobs?"
A comic-style drawing of a man with a beard and mustache thinking about Santa Claus, who appears in a thought bubble.
A diptych with the left panel containing inspirational text about making a positive impact in the world, teaching, coaching, and raising the next generation, ending with a mention of Santa Claus. The right panel is blank.

I Believe…

If you deliver packages…

or sweep floors and wash dishes…

If you make food, serve others,

or help make the world a better place…

If you drive or fly for a living…

If you manage people, serve homes,

fix old things, or build new ones…

But most importantly;

If you teach, coach,

or raise the next generation…

Then yes, even you can become a legend.

Just like Santa Claus.