I woke up one morning with the idea that the Claus family has to gather Cheer throughout the year to sustain Christmas operations. The idea evolved from there into a love story of Holly Claus, who visits a small town in Oregon that has way too much Cheer. Her world turns upside down as she begins questioning everything she knew about Cheer. The story has a contemporary feel but with a light touch of magic that feels like you're inside a Hallmark Christmas movie.
What are some of your favorite Christmas traditions?
I love cookie swaps; the kind where each person makes a huge batch of one type of cookie, and then everyone goes home with a plate full of all different kinds of cookies. Such an easy way to sample so many delicious treats!
What’s next?
I'm working on a sequel to Chasing Cheer set in the springtime. It will have new magical mysteries to solve and will demonstrate how holiday magic manifests all year round.
I'm working on a sequel to Chasing Cheer set in the springtime. It will have new magical mysteries to solve and will demonstrate how holiday magic manifests all year round.
What’s the best writing tip you’ve learned or been given you’d like to share?
The quote "you can't edit a blank page" always resonates with me. The first time you write something, it's not going to be perfect. You have plenty of opportunities to fix it later. Just get the story out. Things magically come together during editing.
The quote "you can't edit a blank page" always resonates with me. The first time you write something, it's not going to be perfect. You have plenty of opportunities to fix it later. Just get the story out. Things magically come together during editing.
Characters are the most important part of the story. It doesn't matter how exciting or complex the plot is--if readers aren't invested in your characters, the story is going to fall flat. Create a character and put them into scenarios that force them to make decisions and, ultimately, change.
Are there any other books that you’d like to tell my readers about?
I have a sweet/clean young adult novella called Meet Me in St. Louis that's perfect for young adults who are starting to think about college or the next steps in life. The plot centers around a scavenger hunt, but there are themes of new beginnings and transitioning to adult life.
I have a sweet/clean young adult novella called Meet Me in St. Louis that's perfect for young adults who are starting to think about college or the next steps in life. The plot centers around a scavenger hunt, but there are themes of new beginnings and transitioning to adult life.
That's all for today's interview. You can check out Heather's books at the link below.
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