The Christmas Pig by J.K. Rowling

The Christmas Pig is a heartwarming middle-grade novel by J.K. Rowling, published by Scholastic in the United States and illustrated by Jim Field. The story follows a boy named Jack who treasures his beloved childhood toy, Dur Pig — a companion that has seen him through life's best and worst moments. On Christmas Eve, disaster strikes when DP is lost. Jack's replacement toy, the Christmas Pig, has a daring plan: together they will embark on a magical journey through the Land of the Lost to seek something irreplaceable and save the best friend Jack has ever known.

The book features nine black-and-white interior art spreads and decorative illustrations by Jim Field throughout. Upon its October 2021 release, The Christmas Pig became an instant bestseller, debuting at number one in the UK in its first week with over 60,000 copies sold. An animated film adaptation was announced at Warner Bros. in April 2024. The story is suitable for children and families alike, blending adventure, magic, and themes of love, loss, and friendship.