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2nd Edition
by Querida Lu Ahn Funck
What happens when eight Irish-American children, a shabby little tree, and a grouchy—but not mean—Leprechaun cross paths on Christmas Eve?
On a snowy December afternoon, the Merrigan cousins set out to surprise their grandfather with a Christmas tree. But instead of the perfect pine, they discover something far more magical: a Leprechaun who has been lost in the forest for years, searching to understand what Christmas is really all about. The children try explaining—presents, Santa, candy, cookies—but nothing seems to satisfy him. It isn’t until they gather around the little “orphan tree,” decorating it with ribbons, pinecones, and even a handmade straw angel, that the true meaning of Christmas comes to life: sharing, joy, and doing something special for someone else.
First created in 1993 as a handmade holiday gift for the Merrigan grandchildren, this story was lovingly written and illustrated in black and white by Querida Lu Ahn Funck. Now, in a beautifully colorized edition, The Christmas Leprechaun returns to delight a new generation of families.
Filled with charm, whimsy, and Irish cheer, this timeless picture book celebrates the spirit of giving and the simple magic of the holidays.
An independent publisher of print and audiobook editions — blending artistry, performance, and timeless storytelling.
At Lemery House Press, we publish stories that stay with you — the kind that echo long after the last page or final line. Whether it’s a children’s book that sparks imagination, a memoir that preserves lived experience, or a theatrical work that finds new life on stage or in voice, our mission is rooted in honoring story as legacy. Everything we do is connected by a belief in the power of storytelling to preserve memory, deepen empathy, and give voice to what matters. We don’t aim to publish everything. We aim to publish what endures.
