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A Ferry Merry Christmas Book Club Kit
I’m so excited to share something special with you—your very own A Ferry Merry Christmas Book Club Kit! This story holds a dear place in my heart. It begins on a ferry in Puget Sound, where a group of strangers Read more
A Christmas Duet – Book Club Kit
I’m excited to announce the book club kit for A Christmas Duet is ready! The kit includes: Discussion Questions, Playlist, Lucille’s Chicken Pot Pie, a Homemade Eggnog Recipe. Long ago, I came to understand the special link between the reader Read more
THREE CHRISTMAS CLASSICS SPECIAL
For a limited time this Holiday Season, three classic Christmas books are available in eBook format at a special price: Mr. Miracle Jingle All the Way Dashing Through The Snow
October 2024 Updates from Debbie
Greetings from the Pacific Northwest. We’re experiencing a lovely Indian summer so unlike what is currently taking place in the South. Our hearts and prayers go to the people who have endured such devastation these last few weeks. Please join Read more
December 2023
In December our grand prize winner will receive a Christmas Book Bundle from some of my friend’s newest Christmas releases and a signed copy of JACK FROST. 10 runners up will receive a signed copy of JACK FROST
December 2023 Updates From Debbie
Eggnog Cocktail
Cartons of creamy eggnog filling the stores mark the beginning of the Christmas season. You’ll want to stock up to make this creamy, sweet drink on repeat this season! We love making this with creamy Rumchata rum, but any rum can be used. This recipe Read more
Hot Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
We took inspiration from my Christmas book, Dear Santa, and a creamy mug of hot chocolate to make these Hot Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies. A rich, chocolatey cookie gets stuffed with a gooey marshmallow and drizzled with extra chocolate. These beautiful Read more
Pumpkin Layer Cake
This fluffy pumpkin cake layered with buttery caramel sauce and luscious hint-of-pumpkin frosting makes this the perfect Thanksgiving (or anytime!) dessert. It can be baked in 8-inch pans for a more traditional 2-layer size, but 6-inch layers give the dramatic Read more
Stuffed Pepper Soup
Stuffed Pepper Soup has all the flavors of the classic dish with the ease of being made in one pot. Savory and comforting, this fantastic soup fills you up, belly and soul. In a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat, Read more
October 2023 Update From Debbie
October 2023
In October our grand prize winner will receive a 3 Piece Capize Angel Ornament Set from Balsam Hill to get you ready for the holidays! You will also receive a signed copy of JACK FROST and THE PERFECT HOLIDAY. 10 Read more
Apple Spice Crumb Cake
Reducing the apple cider in this recipe is the key to big apple flavor. It’s also packed with apple pieces and warm spices, but the delicious crumb topping might be our favorite part. In a small saucepan, bring the apple Read more
Eggplant Parmesan
Our Eggplant Parmesan starts with salting the eggplant to remove some of the liquid, resulting in crisper eggplant layers. Layer in melty cheese and delicious marinara, and you have a savory, comforting meal that even those who aren’t eggplant fans Read more
August 2023 Update From Debbie
Strawberry Lemon Tart
A beautiful summer dessert, this Strawberry Lemon Tart has the perfect combination of crisp crust and a sweet-tart lemon curd to compliment the gorgeous juicy berries. Any berry can be substituted here, although none slice well like sturdy strawberries. In Read more
August 2023
In August our grand prize winner will receive a $150 gift card to Target for all your back to school needs! You will also receive a signed copy of MUST LOVE FLOWERS. 10 runners up will receive a signed copy Read more
Must Love Flowers Book Club Kit
I’m sharing with all my readers, my Must Love Flowers book club kit. It includes a letter from me to my readers, discussion questions, character descriptions, a recipe inspired from the book, and a perfect Spotify playlist for your book Read more
Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake Bars
Fresh orange juice infuses these layered cheesecake bars with bright orange flavor, reminiscent of a favorite childhood frozen treat! Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake Bars Serves 9 Crust: 6 ounces graham cracker crumbs (11 crackers) 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted Pinch kosher Read more
Author Spotlight: Bryn Turnbull
Telling Their Stories History, it’s said, is written by the victors. It’s a truth that I confront nearly every day, when I crack open the spine of a textbook to research a new historical novel: history, written in stark black Read more
July 2023 Updates From Debbie
Lattice Cherry Pie
We’re sharing this lattice cherry pie recipe inspired by Debbie’s new book, Must Love Flowers. A piece of pie really cannot be beat, and this tender, flaky crust is the perfect contrast to the sweet cherry filling. Enjoy! Serves 8 Read more
Behind the Books: Must Love Flowers
While the pandemic is officially over, I’ve discovered that the effects of those long months of isolation linger, keeping many of us feeling like strangers in our own homes. Like several of my friends, I’ve found the transition back to our Read more
Author Spotlight: Marie Benedict & Victoria Christopher Murray
1.What was your writing process in crafting THE FIRST LADIES as a co-author pair? MB: As with our first novel, The Personal Librarian, the process was utterly collaborative. We researched and reviewed the entire ARC of the story in THE Read more