Experience the magic of Christmas at the historic downtown Hawthorne Springs Christmas Village. Drive through the lights of Sparkle Lane, listen to the charming sounds of the Dickens carolers, and so much more. These Short Story Romances are the perfect blend of faith, romance, and Christmas joy. This Collection is filled with extras, including a Village map, character cards, Easter eggs, and even a couple of recipes. Come to the Village this Christmas season.

Volume 1 includes the following short stories:

Luv & Hugs: When a new job introduces Jessica to Jacob, will coffee breaks and hugs lead to a real friendship or heartbreak? This story is the precursor to Christmas Village and kicks off our Hawthorne Springs journey.

Luv Under the Christmas Star: Jessica and Jacob are together again as they become fully immersed in all the holiday festivities with their jobs at Christmas Village. All things, that is, except each other. They must learn the art of balancing the busyness of the holidays without spoiling young love if their relationship is to survive. Step into the hustle and bustle of Ribbons & Bows and taste the confectionary delights of Sugar & Spice as our Village highlights for this story.

The Hope of Christmas Past: Eleanor Chappelle and Evan Bishop each return to Christmas Village with different agendas, but one hope. Can the magic of Christmas Village strike twice? Experience a favorite Village tradition, the stained-glass inspiration inside Joy & Jingle, a hot cup of coffee from the Hearth & Home Café, and the exclusive book release at The Holly Jolly Book Shoppe.

The Perfect Christmas Plan: Blakely Shipman is a high-strung, fast-paced school teacher with family money who feels compelled to prove her worth. Benjamin Everhart is a laid-back, easy going struggling handyman with a heart for service. She’s determined to create the perfect Christmas plan. He’s content to experience the perfection of Christmas. Can the magic of Christmas Village, the gentle residents of Dash-Away Reindeer, and the purity of Christ bring these two together for more than just a perfect holiday?

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The Hawthorne Springs Christmas Village Short Story Romances continue with A Confectionary Carved Christmas. A baker and a woodworker. Mishaps and memories. Secret attraction and the sparkle of the Hawthorne Springs Christmas Village. What more could a vendor want?

This short story is part of the 2025 Books 4 Babies Anthology: A Cheerful Heart. This anthology is a limited edition; all proceeds go to support a life pregnancy center in the United States and is highlighted on various social media pages. To see what other stories and authors are contributing to this year’s anthology, and to get your copy, click here. Don’t forget, this is a limited edition. Once it’s pulled, it’s gone.