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For the the past few weeks, I’ve been working on a Christmas novella!

Cover Reveal of You and Me by Becky Wade

I wrote a Christmas novella for my Bradford Sisters series and had so much fun doing so, that I always hoped to include a Christmas novella for my Misty River series, too. However, I wasn’t certain my schedule would allow for that. Turns out, I was able to make it happen! I’m so glad I carved out time. I love penning stories that feature cold weather, Christmas trees, live nativities, hot chocolate, and more during this time of year. It’s still very hot and sunny here in Texas, but I’ve been able to escape to the Blue Ridge mountains at Christmastime each day in my imagination.

Those of you who’ve read Let It Be Me might remember Connor — high school art teacher and Leah’s friend. He’s the hero of the novella! He’s handsome (but doesn’t know it). Laid-back. An incredibly talented painter. Sacrificial.

If you’ve read the other stories in this series, hooray! You’ll get to catch up with some familiar characters in this novella. But if you haven’t read the other stories, no problem. You and Me can also be read as a stand-alone.

Here’s a glimpse at the plot….

Easy-going, artistic Connor Bryant fell hard for his friend Shay Seaver when they were both in the seventh grade. Now, sixteen years later, he’s returned to Misty River. She’s finally between boyfriends. And his crush on her hasn’t wavered. Now’s his chance.

He tells Shay that he’s found someone he wants to date and is in need of a makeover when it comes to his appearance and dating strategies. He asks if she’ll serve as his consultant — in hopes that he’ll learn how he can become her ideal man. What he doesn’t tell her? That she’s the one he wants to date.

Sporty stationery shop owner Shay immediately agrees to Connor’s request because he’s one of the best guys she knows. However, she quickly realizes she’s in over her head. She’s pledged to help him win the affection of another woman — even though she dearly wants to claim his heart.

And here’s the cover….

You and Me by Becky Wade
My talented writer friend Courtney Walsh designed this cover! Didn’t she do a great job?

You and Me will release on November 23rd, but the e-book is already available for pre-order at Amazon! (The paperback will be available shortly after release, but I’m unable to make it available for pre-order.) You can also add You and Me to your “Want to Read” shelf on Goodreads.

Congratulations to Pam K, winner of the below giveaway!

Prize of bookmarks and socks
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What are your thoughts on the cover and plot? Any questions for me?

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Becky makes her home in Dallas, Texas with her husband and three children. She absolutely loves writing funny, heartwarming, and inspirational contemporary Christian romance.
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  6. Anything you write is an automatic pre-order! Looking forward to reading this story, it will make the wait for your next book a bit easier!

  8. I LOVE the cover. It is so beautiful. Really draws you in. Looking forward to reading this next chapter in Misty River.

  9. Becky, Becky Becky!!! Your cover of your newest book in the series is absolutely gorgeous! And the little bit that I have just read, makes me want to never want too put the book down!! I still have yet to get the last book that you just published, I am definitely going too now. Wow!! amazing

    Thanks so much! For letting me participate in the giveaway.
    Danie and the socks are adorable
    So cozy and warm

  11. Great cover, Becky! And the story sounds fabulous. I’ve seen that troupe used in historical, so what a fun twist to bring it into a contemporary story. 🙂 And I love those bookmarks you are giving away. Adorable!

  12. I have enjoyed all the Misty River books (and every book you have written). So glad I discovered you. I will look forward to this!

  13. Such a lovely cover Becky!!! Can’t wait to read it! I need to catch up on your Misty River series! The covers are stunning! So awesome that author Courtney Walsh designed it! She did a phenomenal job! One characteristic I’ve observed & love about the Christian Fiction Author community is how all of the authors are so genuinely kind, supportive, & giving to each other & their readers. As a reader, I’m proud to be a part of a community that exemplifies Christ.
    Praying blessing on you & your family as you are sorrowing from the loss of a beloved family pet, Sam. 😌
    Thank you for sharing your gift of writing with us.

    • Thanks, Emilee. 🙂 “One characteristic I’ve observed & love about the Christian Fiction Author community is how all of the authors are so genuinely kind, supportive, & giving to each other & their readers.” Yes. This is one of my favorite aspects of writing Christian fiction. I love this community.

  15. Cannot wait to read this one. I’ll wait and get the paperback for my Becky Wade collection.
    Would you share where you got those cute bookmarks? I’d love to include them in some reader friend gifts!

  23. It’s a great cover. I’ve read the other books but I guess Connor didn’t make much of an impression on me since I don’t really remember him (but it’s been awhile since I’ve read them with many books read since). I had been hoping for a romance for Ben but I’m sure I’ll like this one since I always enjoy your books.

    • Pam, Connor’s role in Let It Be Me was fairly small, so I’m not surprised to hear that after reading Let It Be Me months ago (and lots of other books in between) you’re not remember who he is exactly. 🙂

      I’m happy to say that I WILL be providing a romance for Ben as the secondary story line in my next full-length novel, Turn to Me.

  24. Oh I so love the conflict here – he’s asking her to help him look great(secretly) for her and she’s struggling to not like the outcome, thinking he’s doing it for someone else! Genius! Love this, Becky 🙂

  25. What a beautiful cover! And the plot… oh my word! Can’t wait to read this story… I am so excited every time you release a new book and I am over the moon that we’ll get to read Connor’s story this year…Definitely going to buy the paperback copy for my collection!

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