L. Frank Baum 
Life and Adventures of Santa Claus and A Kidnpped Santa Claus 

A Kidnapped Santa Claus is a short story written by L. Frank Baum, the author of the "Wizard of Oz" series. The story is set in Santa Claus’s castle in the Laughing Valley, where Santa Claus and his assistants, the Knooks, are busy preparing toys for Christmas. However, a group of demons known as the Daemons decide to kidnap Santa Claus on Christmas Eve and take him to their mountain home in the Caves of the Daemons. The Daemons, led by their king, the Daemon of Selfishness, plan to keep Santa Claus captive until he agrees to work for them instead of for the children of the world. The Daemons believe that the children are too selfish and do not deserve Santa’s gifts. Meanwhile, the Knooks, aided by a fairy named Necile, set out to rescue Santa Claus. They encounter many obstacles along the way, but eventually, with the help of a kind-hearted boy named Wisk, they reach the Caves of the Daemons and rescue Santa. In the end, Santa Claus returns to his castle in the Laughing Valley, where he is greeted by the joyful Knooks and children who have received his gifts. The story teaches the importance of kindness, generosity, and the spirit of Christmas.