Norman Bowles is the author of The Earth Keeper’s Quest: A Santa Origin Chronicle, a magical tale that uncovers Santa’s untold past and the mystery of his first sleigh ride. The story simmered for years before springing to life with the unexpected help of his two cats, who became unlikely guides into a world of wonder, transformation, and holiday legend.

Norman’s own life has followed a path of quests and frontiers. He oversaw the creation of the licensing system that opened the skies to commercial spaceflight, laying the groundwork for the rise of private rockets. At the White House, he led a team on the Vice President’s Task Force for Reinventing Government, shaping reforms that reached across federal agencies. Later, he spearheaded the dramatic turnaround of a large, failing government organization—transforming it into a high-performing model of innovation and earning recognition at the highest levels.

When not charting new territory in government or storytelling, Norman can be found leading adventurers to the summits of Colorado’s 14,000-foot peaks as a ski, snowboard, and telemark instructor. From mountains to space, from government halls to Christmas magic, his life has been one continuous search for what lies just beyond the known.