I have a new Love in a Heartbreak sweet romance arriving just in time for the holidays. On December 9th, A December to Begin Again published under my sweet pen name, Shelby James will be available on Substack to warm your hearts and fill your season with love.

This Christmas, love comes home…

Maddie thought she’d left her past—and her estranged husband—behind. Nearly a year after asking Theo to move out, she’s tried to rebuild her life, even signing the divorce papers that shattered her dreams of happily ever after. But when an unexpected encounter at the mall brings Theo back into her world, old wounds resurface alongside emotions she thought she’d buried for good.

Theo never stopped loving Maddie. He thought giving her space was the right thing to do, but every day without her has only proven how wrong he was. Now, he’s ready to fight for the life they planned, the love they shared, and the future he can’t imagine without her.

As snow blankets the world outside on Christmas Eve, Maddie and Theo face the heartache of a love they thought was lost. Together, they rediscover the dreams they once shared and find the courage to build the forever they never stopped hoping for.

Get ready for a heartfelt romance of second chances, forgiveness, and the magic of love rediscovered.

A Christmas Wish Come True: A Mistwood Bay Novel is officially available today, exclusively from CurtissLynn Publishing!

This story holds a special place in my heart. Set in the fictional small town of Mistwood Bay, Oregon, it’s a heartwarming romance about love, family, and the unexpected magic of Christmas.

Here’s a glimpse of what’s waiting for you in this sweet holiday romance:

When celebrated children’s book illustrator Clarissa Bishop finds herself facing a creative block, she takes her aunt’s advice and heads to Mistwood Bay for Christmas. She’s hoping a change of scenery will rekindle her artistic spark, but her first stop at Wishing Well Farms leads to a surprise she never saw coming.

Hudson Howard, the farm’s rugged but oh-so-grumpy owner, isn’t thrilled to have anyone meddling in his carefully managed world. But his seven-year-old daughter, Nellie, has other ideas—especially when Clarissa overhears Nellie making a heartfelt wish into the farm’s famous wishing well: she just wants her dad to be happy again.

Before Clarissa knows it, she’s swept up in the farm’s holiday preparations, using her artistic touch to transform it into a winter wonderland. And as she and Hudson work side by side, the walls around his heart begin to melt.

But with Clarissa’s future still uncertain and Hudson’s guarded past threatening to hold him back, can they find the courage to believe in the magic of second chances—and grant Nellie’s Christmas wish?

This story is filled with festive charm, community spirit, and moments that remind us all of the unexpected gifts of the season. Whether you’re curled up by the fire or stealing a moment of peace amid holiday preparations, this book is the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit.

I hope you’ll fall in love with Clarissa, Hudson, Nellie, and the magical world of Mistwood Bay as much as I did while writing their story!

*Only available through the CurtissLynn Publishing store*

 

I’m thrilled to share some exciting news with you! This month, I have two short stories featured in Woman’s World Magazine.

✨ A 5-Minute Romance: "A Sweet Side of Mix-Up"
This is a heartwarming little love story that’ll add a touch of sweetness to your day.

🕵️‍♀️ A Cozy Mystery: "The Missing Tom"
A solve-it-yourself mystery packed with charm and intrigue. Can you figure it out before the big reveal?

Both stories are in separate issues, so be sure to grab them while they’re on stands. Whether you’re in the mood for romance, mystery, or both, I hope these stories bring a smile to your face!

Thank you for being such a wonderful part of my writing journey. Let me know what you think if you check them out—I’d love to hear from you!

 

Roughneck Cowboy is out today!

Hearts are on the line, and love might be the most lawless game of all…

Ex-roughneck turned sheriff, Finn Durant, has always kept things steady in his small Texas town—upholding the law and steering clear of the one woman he wants but can’t have. Violet Gates, the sister of Finn’s estranged half-brother, Tyler, and Logan—Violet and Tyler’s older brother—a man sworn to hate the Durant family until his last breath.

For Finn, Violet is definitely off-limits. But desire doesn’t play by the rules

Violet thought a simple night out at a local roadhouse for a glass of wine would be just what she needed to recoup from her last argument with Logan. Instead, she ended up face down on Finn’s crotch, passed out cold, with a front-page photo of her little escapade splashed across the morning newspaper. Putting not only his reputation and re-election campaign at risk, but also making herself a target for someone wanting him out of the race.

*Only available through the CurtissLynn Publishing store*

Staff News

Hello Everyone!

We've been tirelessly working on numerous projects and we're ecstatic to have welcomed Natasha Sterling to the CurtissLynn Publishing family. She is already a force to be reckoned with. Her enthusiasm, inventiveness and knowledge are quickly making her presence felt among us.

She has joined us as a part-time assistant and media coordinator, and she's been instrumental in keeping me organized (yikes!), efficient, and on track with my goals. Apart from her administrative duties, Natasha is also handling CLP media coordination efforts. She is responsible for managing media interactions, ensuring communication is consistent, engaging, and perfectly timed to keep my blog posts going and readers updated on all of my latest news and releases.

I'm thrilled to have Natasha join the CLP family and help enhance our media presence, connecting readers more intimately with the stories and authors they adore. She is an asset to this team with her experience, excitement, and commitment. I'm eager to witness all the remarkable things she will achieve with us as a part of this organization.

For any media inquiries or updates, Natasha can be reached at .

Thank you for your continual support.

Best Wishes,

Mina