Chimneyside Chats with Megan Alexander
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Gather 'round the open fire for Chimneyside Chats - a monthly feature with holiday stories from our favorite artists. See what's in their stockings this year as they reminisce on Christmas memories, share their favorite recipe and more! Here's what author Megan Alexander had to say:
Christmas has always been such a special time of year for me! In my travels, I’ve learned that no matter where you go, this holiday is celebrated in its own unique way, but there’s just something a little extra magical in small towns at Christmas time. The way the residents come together and hold fast to their traditions gives me a warm, fuzzy feeling, and a children’s book was just waiting to be written about that. The Magic of a Small Town Christmas was born!
My book takes place in the small town of Heartbeat Falls, where the happy residents anticipate the coming of Christmas under clear skies filled with countless bright, shiny stars. The size of the town isn’t what matters, but rather the shared love of its people.
Excitement builds as families head to Mr. Richards’ tree farm to choose the perfect Christmas tree. The familiar holiday scent of fresh pine fills the air of the farm where Mr. Richards lovingly grows his trees from seedlings. The fun continues at home by decorating the tree with sparkling ornaments, hanging homemade stockings and eating delicious gingerbread cookies together.
Laughter and joy abound while playing in the brisk winter weather! A day of ice skating followed by a hot, home cooked meal hits the spot and warms the heart. These are days to be cherished and the people of Heartbeat Falls know that. Their town may not be the biggest, but their love for each other, especially at Christmas, certainly is!
It’s my hope that anyone that reads The Magic of a Small Town Christmas gets the same friendly feeling I have when I visit small towns during the holiday season. To experience the coziness and togetherness, along with the beautiful community traditions that are passed down from generation to generation are the real reason for the season. I’d love for readers to feel all of that every time they open the book and to share it with their families and friends. Life is so hectic, but for a tiny window of time while turning its pages, The Magic of a Small Town Christmas can slow things down and transport us to a simpler time. Those days really do exist in places like Heartbeat Falls, where everyone can be a resident at Christmas time.
I’d love for you to come and be my neighbor in Heartbeat Falls this Christmas season, won’t you?
Christmas has always been such a special time of year for me! In my travels, I’ve learned that no matter where you go, this holiday is celebrated in its own unique way, but there’s just something a little extra magical in small towns at Christmas time. The way the residents come together and hold fast to their traditions gives me a warm, fuzzy feeling, and a children’s book was just waiting to be written about that. The Magic of a Small Town Christmas was born!
My book takes place in the small town of Heartbeat Falls, where the happy residents anticipate the coming of Christmas under clear skies filled with countless bright, shiny stars. The size of the town isn’t what matters, but rather the shared love of its people.
Excitement builds as families head to Mr. Richards’ tree farm to choose the perfect Christmas tree. The familiar holiday scent of fresh pine fills the air of the farm where Mr. Richards lovingly grows his trees from seedlings. The fun continues at home by decorating the tree with sparkling ornaments, hanging homemade stockings and eating delicious gingerbread cookies together.
Laughter and joy abound while playing in the brisk winter weather! A day of ice skating followed by a hot, home cooked meal hits the spot and warms the heart. These are days to be cherished and the people of Heartbeat Falls know that. Their town may not be the biggest, but their love for each other, especially at Christmas, certainly is!
It’s my hope that anyone that reads The Magic of a Small Town Christmas gets the same friendly feeling I have when I visit small towns during the holiday season. To experience the coziness and togetherness, along with the beautiful community traditions that are passed down from generation to generation are the real reason for the season. I’d love for readers to feel all of that every time they open the book and to share it with their families and friends. Life is so hectic, but for a tiny window of time while turning its pages, The Magic of a Small Town Christmas can slow things down and transport us to a simpler time. Those days really do exist in places like Heartbeat Falls, where everyone can be a resident at Christmas time.
I’d love for you to come and be my neighbor in Heartbeat Falls this Christmas season, won’t you?
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