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Meatloaf Sandwich
My newest book, A Walk Along the Beach, is available now! Throughout all of my novels, I mention recipes and/or favorite dishes that I enjoy or feel like fit a storyline. In this novel, I mention a meatloaf sandwich so I Read more
Peach Blueberry Buckle
A buckle is a cross between a cake and coffee cake, so who’s to stop you from eating this for breakfast? A buttery cake bursting with peaches and blueberries sounds like the perfect way to start a summer day to Read more
August 2020 Updates from Debbie
August 2020
In August our grand prize winner will receive a book cart with a $100 Barnes & Noble gift card to fill your cart and a $50 Starbucks gift card! You will also receive a signed copy of A WALK ALONG Read more
Thai Crunch Salad with Peanut Dressing
This bright, crunchy salad gets topped with a slightly spicy, creamy Thai peanut dressing. Packed with nutrient-dense veggies, it’s a guilt-free way to fill up and satisfy your appetite on these hot summer days.
Martha Hall Kelly
Martha Hall Kelly is a native New Englander, her debut novel Lilac Girls, became a New York Times bestseller the week it was published in April 2016. Following Lilac Girls, she released Lost Roses in April 2019. She was recently Read more
Shania Twain to Produce, Write Songs for TV Drama Heart of Texas
The project, based on Debbie Macomber’s ‘Heart of Texas’ novels, will be taken to potential buyers soon. Shania Twain is expanding into TV producing. The country music icon is teaming with Reel World Management (Netflix’s Virgin River) to develop a drama Read more
Quail Ridge Books Virtual Event
Event Date: Thursday, August 6, 2020 Time: 4pm-5pm PST Join me and Patti Callahan Henry as we discuss my newest book, A Walk Along the Beach with Quail Ridge Books! You can register for the event here!
Digital Book Club Kit | A Walk Along the Beach
There’s nothing better than diving into a new book with a great group of people. During these unusual times, we need that feeling of connection and community now more than ever. Many book clubs are meeting virtually, so I put Read more
Margaux DeRoux
Margaux DeRoux was born in Juneau, Alaska. Before turning to fiction she was a waitress, a teacher, and a marketer. She now lives in California with her husband and daughter. Margaux’s first novel, The Lost Diary of Venice is available Read more
Amazon Celeb Picks – Debbie Macomber 2020 Summer Reads
Yet again, Macomber comes through with the best sorts of books to spend quality time with. If you haven’t launched your summer reading adventures yet, these four reads are a great starting point. Read the full article here!
No-Bake Berry Swirl Frozen Cheesecake
This beautiful no-bake summer dessert is a great way to enjoy the bounty of berries popping up all around us. It is cold and creamy, and swirled with a sweet berry sauce – a perfect summer treat!
Village Books – Crowdcast Virtual Event
Wednesday, July 22nd 6:00pm PT / 9:00pm ET Price: FREE Village Books – Crowdcast Virtual Event In Conversation with Kristin Hannah Instructions for Attendees: Attendees can register for the event at https://www.crowdcast.io/e/debbie-macomber. They will get a reminder before the event starts, and Read more
AARP Review of A Walk Along the Beach
You can always trust Macomber, who has more than 200 million copies of her books in print, to tug at your heart strings and keep you turning pages. Her latest is about two close siblings, steady and responsible Willa and Read more
NY Journal of Books Review A Walk Along the Beach
This highly emotional read is a hard-to-put-down page-turner, yet, throughout all the heartache, the strength and love of family shines through, making this a bittersweet tale. Read the full article here!
A Walk Along the Beach Review
A Walk Along the Beach is a heartfelt novel that tugs on the heartstrings. Willa, Harper and Sean are vibrantly developed with relatable flaws and strengths. The storyline is well-developed and moves at a brisk pace. Debbie Macomber brings this deeply affecting novel Read more
The Reading Cafe Review of A Walk Along the Beach
Debbie Macomber wrote such a great story, with fantastic characters and family bonds. A Walk Along the Beach was a heartwarming, emotional read, that was so very well written by Macomber. I will warn you that you will need tissues, for there are Read more
Harlequin Junkie A Walk Along the Beach Review
The first thing that caught my eye about Debbie Macomber’s newest book is that beautiful cover. It fits so well with the story, as you would imagine by the book title alone. The beach ended up being a soothing place Read more
Jalapeño Creamed Corn Chicken
This one-skillet dinner is creamy, sweet, salty and spicy all at once! The fresh corn provides a burst of sweetness, pairing perfectly with the savory chicken and the spice of the jalapeños. We love this summer dish!
July 2020 Updates from Debbie
A Walk Along the Beach | The Inspiration Behind the Book
Most of the stories I write don’t have a direct connection to me. An idea will pop into my head and I’ll run with it. A Walk Along the Beach is the exception. This story is personal. I lost my Read more
Patriotic Berry Trifle
This bright and fresh dessert is always a crowd-favorite! I love it because it doesn’t require any cooking, which is perfect for those hot summer months.
Katie Robertson
Katie Robertson is a graduate from the University of Washington and Seattle native who has devoted the current season of her life to speaking, mentoring and serving in her community. She has been involved in Young Life for 30 years Read more
A Walk Along the Beach Publisher’s Weekly Review
In eloquent prose, Macomber shows the messiness of supporting a loved one with cancer, beautifully depicting Willa’s misplaced anger, crushing grief, and regret. Read the full review here!