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"Under the Winter Sky" Sophie Blake and Alex Carter couldn't be more different. She's an ambitious journalist chasing her next big story, while he's a reserved artist seeking solace in his craft. When a snowstorm traps them in a small mountain town just before Christmas, their worlds collide in unexpected ways. What begins as a clash of wills turns into shared moments of laughter, vulnerability, and the discovery of hidden dreams. But as the snow melts and the holiday nears, Sophie uncovers a truth about Alex's past that could shatter the fragile connection they've built. Under the winter sky, Sophie and Alex must decide: can love bridge the gap between their two worlds, or will their story end with the season? A heartfelt Christmas romance about trust, redemption, and finding love where you least expect it.

[actively editing] With her nose in books and his brawn getting him nowhere on or off the ice, they find themselves drawn together, sharing their baggage and learning what it might mean for each of them to love again. Jake Bryers is no stranger to the pressures of being a professional hockey player. It's something that he's dealt with consistently for the past fifteen years. Throughout his career, he's experienced it all-the electric thrill of winning divisions and conference titles, and even making it to the Stanley Cup Finals on more than one occasion. His dream was always to skate the cup at least once, but as he enters the late stage of his long, tumultuous career, he finds himself struggling to perform like he once had as a younger, inspired player. Harper Clark has been proficient at one thing throughout her life-constantly moving forward without really going anywhere. After having moved to the Big Apple to pursue a better life outside of the dangerous one she found herself leading in the Midwest, she finds herself stagnating after getting her degree from Columbia. She quietly enjoys her job at the public library, treading water while the undeniable feeling of discontent grows stronger within her. It's nothing short of fate when Jake and Harper happen to cross paths at the library, and though their lives couldn't be any more different, they find themselves inexplicably drawn to one another as they try to navigate mending each other's wounded hearts.

Laura wants a fresh start; she moves up to the family cabin that her parents gave her once she turned twenty-one. Driving up a week before Christmas she sets on cleaning up the place, making it her new home. Steve has looked after the cabin since he could remember for the Parker family. Ever since that accident twenty years ago, no one has bothered to come back. Until he received a text saying that Laura was coming to live there. Steve has always had a crush on her since their childhood days. A severe snowstorm has Laura and Steve trapped in her cabin, will they finally get together or will it tear them apart?

After a recent break-up ruins her tropical getaway with sophisticated ex-almost-fiancé Preston, Noelle finds herself back in her hometown, stranded two weeks before Christmas. And Hawaii is nowhere in sight! Enter Nik, the ruggedly handsome lumberjack living at the local Christmas tree farm. With love and snowflakes in the air, Nik offers Noelle a fresh perspective on the holiday and on the true meaning of love. Time to cozy up and break out the eggnog! "Absolutely heartwarming. Reads like a millennial Hallmark movie!" -Beta Reader #7 in ChickLit! #2 in HolidayRomance! ⚠️ suggestive language, mild profanity, and too many Christmas references [[50k words]] PG-13 RATED Cover Design: Kat Pace

In the snowy embrace of Aspen's luxury and allure, two strangers with guarded hearts cross paths. Wayne, seeking refuge from betrayal and burdened by secrets, retreats to the mountains for clarity. Eleanor, a reserved art curator navigating a world far from her small-town roots, is determined to prove her worth. When their worlds collide, sparks ignite against the cold winter backdrop. But as pasts unravel and emotions deepen, they must decide if love can flourish amidst the storms they've both been trying to escape. A romance of chance encounters, hidden truths, and the magic of a winter's night.

What happens when two exes, who can't stand each other, end up stranded alone in a cabin on Christmas Eve? Sometimes what begins as a disaster can turn into a holiday miracle! Praise For OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODS A Christmas Novella With Bonus Holiday Dessert Recipes From Readers Around The World! "TOTALLY HALLMARK WORTHY!!!" ~Kim Swain, Red Line Editing "A very touching story that puts you in the mood for hot cocoa and Christmas. Lacey Weatherford has you captivated from page one." ~ Lisa Markson, The Paranormal Bookworm "If the Hallmark Channel is looking for a new story to make into a movie for their Countdown to Christmas, this one is it!" ~ Raquel Ariemma, Roc N Read

𝔸 𝕤𝕨𝕖𝕖𝕥 𝕒𝕟𝕕 𝕤𝕥𝕖𝕒𝕞𝕪 ℂ𝕙𝕣𝕚𝕤𝕥𝕞𝕒𝕤 𝕥𝕒𝕝𝕖 𝕥𝕙𝕒𝕥 𝕨𝕚𝕝𝕝 𝕜𝕖𝕖𝕡 𝕪𝕠𝕦 𝕨𝕒𝕣𝕞 𝕥𝕙𝕚𝕤 𝕙𝕠𝕝𝕚𝕕𝕒𝕪 𝕤𝕖𝕒𝕤𝕠𝕟. From the moment she started working at Freshmart, Octavia has been in love with Caleb Dale. For seven years, she's kept her feelings carefully under wraps because he once made it clear nothing would ever happen; she's too young and he's her boss. But on Christmas eve, just as she's ready to let go of him and move on with her life, the weather gets in the way. Being snowed in with him at work changes everything. As the night evolves, it becomes evident to Octavia that Caleb might like her more than he lets out. When the truth breaks, they make a deal: for as long as the blizzard casts them away from the rest of the world, they agree to give in to their deepest desires. Will they want more, when the snow starts melting in the morning?

*SLOW UPDATES* Collection of tiny world stories crafted for the moments when the world outside is cold, but your heart deserves to be warm. Each page is a little escape, a cozy hug in the form of words, meant to be savored while you're wrapped in a blanket, a steaming mug of hot chocolate in hand, and the chill safely locked outside. Let the tales whisk you away to places where love sparks under starlit skies, laughter echoes in snowy cabins, and every ending feels like the soft glow of a fireplace. These are stories for your soul-bite-sized and brimming with comfort, perfect for when the world slows down. So, snuggle up, sip your cocoa, and dive in. Here's to warm hearts on cold nights.

They've known each other their entire lives. He always looked out for her, and she considered him her personal hero. Until one night, a case of mistaken identity and hidden feelings caused a fallout. They both moved away and haven't spoken since. But this year, they are both coming home for Christmas. Avoiding each other in a small town like Frost Crest isn't possible.

~"When are you going to do what's best for you Sadie? All you ever do is what's best for Hallie and push your own wants and needs to the bottom of the pile and let it hurt everyone else in the process."~ Sadie Taylor has been back in her hometown for 6 short months. After leaving 11 years ago, it's fair to say that her life now is a 180 spin on the free innocent teenager she left as. With her 9 year old daughter, Hallie, in toe, Sadie needs to find a new kind of normality where se can release the reins of control and learn to let go a little. She's more than happy taking things at her own pace. Hoping that if she moves slow enough, she can keep her and her daughter in their own little bubble that has kept them safe all these years. But with the arrival of a familiar stranger arriving at Black Oak Ranch, things are set to be more complicated than she'd been counting on. Ryder Matthews fucked up and he knows it. 11 years ago, he left the love of his lie in some pre-college life freak out and when he returned 3 years later, she was gone. After spending the better part of 14 months travelling the world in hopes of finding some kind of meaning to life outside of the little town where every turn is a burning memory of Sadie, he returns with no hope. He's stuck to deal with his consequences. A week after his return home, Ryder heads to Jack Taylor's ranch to get his old farm hand job back. When he steps out of the car, a 9 year old girl greets him and when her mom comes to see what the fuss is all about, he's met with the last person he thought he'd ever see back in Alcombey. Let alone with a child. Ryder and Sadie have a lot of baggage to unpack if they have any hope of being able to tolerate working together. But when his heart is still beating for her and her heart is locked behind solid concrete walls, is that even possible?