Kathy Macias: 2 books

Julie had longed to teach abroad, but she only went after husband’s death. She knew teaching in Chiapas, Mexico, would be a life-changing experience. She just didn't realize how deeply the events leading up to Christmas, the growing affections of a local pastor and one simple Christmas Eve service would change her life.

Evie Sternberg isn't thrilled that it's almost Christmas. It's a time for family, and hers has been estranged for a long time. So instead of moping around during the season, she decides to work on assignment writing an article on Amish traditions in Michigan. It's the 11th day of Christmas and a snow...