A Juniper Falls Christmas Series by Susanne Ash

She’s the shy small-town baker with a secret recipe. He’s the charming influencer with something to prove. One holiday contest might just be the recipe for love.Maribelle Hartley has always been the quiet one in Juniper Falls. She is content to wash dishes at Lia’s Bakery and help out at Novel Sips, but no one knows her true talent. Late at night, she creates whimsical, heart-in-every-bite cupcakes that only exist in her secret recipe notebook... moreShe’s the shy small-town baker with a secret recipe. He’s the charming influencer with something to prove. One holiday contest might just be the recipe for love.Maribelle Hartley has always been the quiet one in Juniper Falls. She is content to wash dishes at Lia’s Bakery and help out at Novel Sips, but no one knows her true talent. Late at night, she creates whimsical, heart-in-every-bite cupcakes that only exist in her secret recipe notebook. When her boss secretly enters one in the town’s Holiday Bake-Off, Belle suddenly finds herself pushed into the spotlight she has always avoided.Dorian Hayes never wanted to be known as the influencer son of a famous chef, yet everyone sees him as little more than latte art and pretty pictures. Determined to prove himself, he signs up for the same bake-off. What he doesn’t expect is that his toughest competition is the quiet girl with far more talent than anyone realized.Sparks fly in the kitchen and in the town square as flour turns to laughter, frosting turns to late-night confessions, and rivalry begins to melt into something sweeter. But when careless words threaten Belle’s confidence and Dorian’s past comes crashing back, both of them must decide if love is worth the risk or if they are destined to crumble before the final round.The Christmas Cupcake is a heartwarming small-town holiday romance filled with shy girl sparkle, grumpy-sunshine banter, a cozy baking contest, and a magical first kiss under falling snow. Sweet, clean, and brimming with holiday charm, it is perfect for fans of Hallmark Christmas movies and happily-ever-afters that taste like buttercream. A Juniper Falls Christmas continues with two more cozy holiday The Christmas Carol: A tender story of music, healing, and second chancesThe Christmas Wish: A single parent holiday romance full of love, laughter, and a child’s Christmas hope less

She’s afraid to be seen. He’s forgotten how to feel. One small-town Christmas concert might just bring both their hearts back to life.Lydia Harper has built a quiet, comfortable life as the assistant librarian in Juniper Falls. She’s happiest surrounded by books, not people, and content to let others take center stage. But when the town’s choir director sprains her ankle right before the annual Christmas Eve concert, Hazel Whitmore volunteers Lydia to take her place... moreShe’s afraid to be seen. He’s forgotten how to feel. One small-town Christmas concert might just bring both their hearts back to life.Lydia Harper has built a quiet, comfortable life as the assistant librarian in Juniper Falls. She’s happiest surrounded by books, not people, and content to let others take center stage. But when the town’s choir director sprains her ankle right before the annual Christmas Eve concert, Hazel Whitmore volunteers Lydia to take her place. The only problem? Lydia hasn’t sung in public since freezing during a high school solo years ago—and she still hasn’t forgiven herself for it.Dr. Julian Pierce once filled concert halls with music. Now he barely touches the piano. Since losing his wife, he’s convinced some silences aren’t meant to be broken. When Hazel recruits him to accompany the new choir director, he plans to keep things strictly professional—until the shy librarian’s soft smile and unexpected courage begin to thaw the ice around his heart.As rehearsals turn into late-night duets and the library twinkles with carols, Lydia and Julian discover that love—like music—takes bravery, trust, and a little faith in the magic of the season. But when fear and misunderstanding threaten to pull them apart, they’ll have to decide if their Christmas song is meant to fade… or if it’s just beginning.The Christmas Carol is a heartfelt, clean holiday romance filled with slow-burn chemistry, healing hearts, and a second chance at joy. Perfect for fans of cozy small towns, Hallmark-style hope, and love stories that end in perfect harmony. less