Andrea Twombly: 5 books

“The sign says NO VACANCY, not VACANCY.” The innkeeper’s gruff reply belied his handsome face, and Angela Perkins took a step back. Heading north for the holidays, things certainly hadn’t gone as she had planned. A snowstorm, an apple pie, and an old friend, all conspire to bring her...

Where can you find all the scents, sounds, and joys of Christmas? Where does the magic of Christmas find a home, offer second chances, and even solve crimes? Where do the things that matter take precedence over everyday concerns? Within the carefully crafted stories gathered for your enjoyment in...

Christmas is coming fast, and Mildred Sauer isn’t feeling festive or generous. Having faced disappointments and sadness in her life with stoicism and determination, this holiday season doesn’t appear to be any different than those that have disappointed her in the past. A small child,...

Snow flies on howling gales, trees moan their complaint against the December storm, and lights on the Christmas tree in the front yard flicker. Inside, family members settle around their fireplace’s warmth, sharing memories of years past, and then the front doorbell rings… A family rocker,...

Christmas has come quickly this year, with too much to do in too few days, and now the power has gone off in the midst of a snowstorm. Still, the family gathers before the fireplace to hear for the first time the Christmas story of beautiful, young Spira and the silver-white birds who attempt to save...