I don't know the specific author. But you could try looking in a library or asking a literature expert for the answer.
I think it was written by Peter Billingsley. His work on this project made it quite special.
Well, 'The Christmas Story' was written by Jean Shepherd. He had a unique way of depicting the Christmas spirit and the joys and challenges of the season in his writing.
We can't be certain who Mr Smiley is just from the title. He could be a child with a big smile who experiences an extraordinary Christmas. Or he could be an older gentleman who has a series of strange adventures during the Christmas period. It's possible that his 'smiley' nature is what sets the tone for the strange events that unfold in the Christmas story.
There's not enough information given to know exactly who Mr James is. He could be the author of the story, in which case he might be a writer known for his spooky tales. Or he could be a character within the story, perhaps the protagonist who experiences the Christmas - themed ghostly encounters.
I'm not sure who wrote it. Maybe you can check some reliable entertainment news sources or movie databases.
Charles Dickens is the author of the Christmas Carol. His vivid imagination and social commentary are evident in this classic tale.
I think it was Joseph Robinette. But I'm not 100% sure.