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Sequel to Annette's award-winning novel Finding Love on Bainbridge Island, Washington.

Bookshop owner Peyton McKinley lives on Bainbridge Island, Washington. An inspired reader, she writes wholesome romance novels, dreaming of publication. Unfortunately, a past breakup has soured her on relationships. When a literary agent wants to see her manuscript as soon as she can finish it, writer’s block stalls her progress.

Best-selling picture book author and illustrator Eli Jaxon has relocated to Puget Sound to be nearer to his family. He’s on deadline for his next Prescott the Proper Peacock volume, but worry for his niece distracts him. Past mistakes keep him closed off to dating.

When Peyton needs help with her story, previously married Eli volunteers to help her brainstorm. Can they deny their attraction, or will they live their own Christmas romance?

Join them near picturesque Puget Sound at Christmastime for a delightfully bookish love story.

Following a breakup, professional cellist Kate Fleming’s well of inspiration has run dry. Her musical ensemble is counting on her to write several cello and piano compositions for their next album. She’s rented a beautiful beach house on Whidbey Island for the Christmas season. But the atmosphere may not be inspiring enough.

Church music director Zach Tillmon would love to book a professional musician for the upcoming Christmas program. His number-one choice is out of reach. But perhaps the newcomer wouldn’t mind sharing her talents with the congregation.

When these two perform together, sparks fly. But their lives aren’t settled, so a romance is out of the question. Or is it? Join Kate and Zach near picturesque Puget Sound at Christmastime for a delightfully musical love story.

Cascade Award Finalist 2020!

Could what drove them apart be what draws them back together?

Selah Contest winner 2019!

Neither of them is ready for a relationship, but love may not give them an out.

Will keeping his promise lead to another broken heart—or help them find love again?

Four full-length novels from three award-winning and best-selling authors will bring you on a journey to real-life locations to discover romance and regional charm.

Seven full-length novels by award-winning and best-selling authors. Available in e-book format on Amazon. Free for Kindle Unlimited subscribers. My novel, Finding Love in Friday Harbor, Washington is included in this set.

Whoever heard of a bookish cowboy? When Logan McDaniel’s brother-in-law dies, he steps in to help his beloved sister run her ranch. But what does a city boy know of herding cattle?

Can Wyatt rescue Lara’s restaurant, help her overcome her fears, and prove he is good husband material?