Merry and Bright
Leave a little sparkle wherever you go this December.
Book News!
It’s finally here, and I am so excited to be able to share the pub date with you… We Still Hope is on track to launch January 7, 2023!! As I’ve said before, the characters are already friends of mine, and just like the title says, it is one that will give you hope and all the feels. I loved every part of writing this book. The paperback will be available on Amazon, and the ebook will be found anywhere you download your books. Watch my socials for the cover reveal soon!
The second one in the series, The Apartment on Hope Street is already shaping up to be the perfect rom-com follow up in The Hope Street Series.
December Fun 🎅🏻
The holidays are my favorite time of year, and I have a special treat for you this year. Starting December 14th, I’ll be giving away one ebook a day—all books on my favorites list this year. The 12 Days of Christmas is all about the spirit of the season, and books are my go-to for giving. I mean, what’s better than getting a good book? Make sure you’re following me on Facebook and Instagram, and you’ll see how to enter each day.
I can’t wait!!
What to Bake
Y’all… I have THE ONLY recipe you need if you are one of those lovelies who gifts baked goods. I can’t claim this one, since I got it straight from Paula Deen herself, but it will make everyone swoon when you bring these to a gathering. You may have heard the name before and steered clear, but let me tell you, this one is a no-brainer.
Unless you’re on a diet.
Then you might want to skip.
Gooey Butter Bars (even though there is nothing gooey about them.)
Ingredients:
1 (18 1/4 oz) package yellow cake mix
1 egg
16 tablespoons melted, divided butter
1 (8 oz) package softened cream cheese
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 (16 oz) box powdered sugar
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 °F.
Combine the cake mix, egg and 8 tablespoons butter and mix well with an electric mixer. Pat the mixture into the bottom of a lightly greased 13 by 9-inch baking pan. I line the pan with parchment paper for easy cutting when they’re cooled.
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the eggs, vanilla and 8 tablespoons butter and beat together.
Next, add the powdered sugar and mix well. Spread over cake batter and bake for 40 to 50 minutes. Make sure not to over bake as the center should be a little gooey.
The top will get a darker brown in spots, and that’s okay. Once they’ve cooled, cut them into small bars. They are heaven in a bite!
Enjoy!!
That’s it from me! Next week there will be a cover reveal, and I’ll see you all on December 14th for the first annual 12 Days of Christmas!
Until then, read something fabulous ❤️