Michelle Wright
Author of Christian coming of age and romance fiction
Shocked by the news of her recurring lymphoma, instead of looking forward to Christmas, Kayla Montgomery sees a difficult road ahead. It has to be a secret; she couldn’t bear the idea of her colleagues treating her differently because of it. All she wants is to do her job at the local library, and otherwise live her life in peace. Now she’s faced with a dilemma.
The only place Ben Beaulieu ever sees Kayla outside of the library is at church. When presented with opportunity to spend more time with her, he can’t pass it up—even as it leads him to unexpected circumstances.
Rather than lose herself to her worries, Kayla launches a fundraising campaign to help child-focussed charities and cancer research. Ben, her best work friend and secret crush, fully supports her campaign. Trusting him with her newfound passion is easier than trusting him with her burdens and with her heart. Her faith may be strong, but what will it take to find her courage?
A writer, journalist, and photographer, Calla’s plan for getting through this Christmas is to keep busy. Too busy, according to her family and friends. When a secret Santa shows up around town, her curiosity is piqued. Now following the scoop of the season in her beloved little town of Star Creek, she is compelled to slow down.
Justin, a young doctor looking to rebuild his practice and reconnect his family, shows up in Star Creek. From the moment they meet, sparks fly. As they make fast friends, he’s immediately drawn to her big heart and effortless charm. It’s not long before Calla realizes he comes with more baggage than first meets the eye.
Offering a listening ear is easy. What will it take to trust him, in turn, with her secrets? Will their unreconciled pasts keep them from a bright future? Will this season of hope help them find the joy of their own hearts?
Life couldn’t be more upbeat for Maddy, a librarian and enthusiast of books, fall, and Christmas. Her career blossoming, her future is as bright as the coming festive season.
Dustin, looking for a fresh start, figures a quaint little town like Star Creek is the perfect place to leave behind his old life. Newly hired as lead farm hand at Maple Acres, he’s determined to focus on his work and keep a low profile.
When Maddy’s mom cooks up a plan to bring back an old tradition of Christmas at the Farm, Maddy is roped into helping—and working closely with their new hired hand. From artisan markets, to festive trail rides, to an old-fashioned barn dance, this season is brimming.
Thrown together, Maddy and Dustin become fast friends. Despite the secrets of his past and his efforts to become attached to no one, Dustin is drawn to Maddy and her family. Maddy rediscovers her love for Christmas at the Farm and finds joy in Dustin’s company.
Autumn is a time of change, and the Maple Acres family might be the change Dustin seeks. What will it take to open his heart to the possibilities? Will this season of hope help them mend the old pieces and embrace the new?