A heartfelt holiday wish, an unexpected community challenge, and one last Christmas to remember. From the author of heartwarming small-town romances comes a story about the magic of Christmas, the bonds of family and friendship, and the value of cherished memories that last lifetimes. Grace never imagined she'd be spending the holidays turning her home into a festive inn, but when she learns her beloved Granny may not live to see another Christmas, she decides to create a holiday experience Granny-and the whole town-will never forget. Her plan? To offer an authentic, old-fashioned Christmas to guests seeking the kind of holiday magic that only a small town like Winterwood can provide. The only catch? Grace will need the entire town's help to make her vision come to life. Make that two catches , she only has twenty days to achieve her goal. With each day, as Winterwood's quirky, lovable residents rally around her, Grace forms unexpected friendships and uncovers the hidden stories of those who arrive at her inn in search of a joyful holiday. And as romance begins to spark in the unlikeliest of places, Grace realizes that maybe-just maybe-the true gift of Christmas is the one she never saw coming. Countdown to Christmas is a feel-good holiday romance overflowing with festive traditions, charming small-town spirit, and the kind of happily-ever-after that will leave you believing in Christmas miracles. Curl up with this cozy Christmas tale today and let the heartwarming magic of Winterwood take you home. Hi! I'm a small-town girl who never outgrew her love for heartfelt stories and happily-ever-afters. I live in a rural Missouri town of twenty-five hundred people with my husband and three boys in a late 1800s home we're lovingly restoring-one project (and paintstroke) at a time.When I'm not writing, I enjoy reading, perusing antique stores, or dreaming up my next story on the porch swing with glass of lemonade in hand!My stories are seasoned with over-the-top, funny happenings in small-town settings, but at their heart, they're about real people with relatable struggles, hopes, and dreams. I write to entertain-and to remind readers that even the wildest moments can lead to something beautiful.