Jennifer Shirk's Blog

 Hello, lovely readers! ❄️

If you enjoy your holiday romances with a side of twinkle lights and narration that brings every emotion to life… I have wonderful news!

A Little Paris Christmas is officially coming to audiobook on December 16!

Just in time for cozy December moments — wrapping gifts, baking cookies, long car rides, or simply escaping into a delightful small-town romance while you sip something warm. 

This story has been such a joy to share — a charming tourism director trying to save her festive small town… a grumpy bestselling author who would rather skip Christmas entirely… and one mischievous dog determined to play matchmaker. 

Hearing these characters come alive through narration is a dream come true, and I can’t wait for you to experience Paris, Pennsylvania in a whole new way.

🎧 Release Date: December 16
📘 Formats Available: Kindle, Paperback, and Audiobook
🐾 Tropes You’ll Love: Grumpy/Sunshine · Small Town Festivities · Holiday Magic · Swoony Closed-Door Romance

Right now, you can PreORDER on Amazon Audible.
Thank you, as always, for supporting my books, spreading the word, and celebrating the season with me and these fictional troublemakers. 💕

Until then… happy reading — or soon, happy listening!
❤️ Jennifer

 I can’t believe it’s been a little over three weeks since A Little Paris Christmas released into the world. This story has been living in my head (and heart) for so long that seeing readers finally meet Mason and Sophie feels a little bit surreal — and incredibly special.

This book started with a very simple “what if?”
What if a sunshine-bright tourism director had to work with the town’s resident Grinch — a broody horror writer who wants nothing to do with Christmas?

And what if that town just happened to be Paris, Pennsylvania, where the Eiffel Tower replica is small, the gossip is big, and the Christmas spirit is almost impossible to escape?

Watching these two completely opposite personalities clash, challenge each other, and slowly soften into a genuine connection was an absolute joy to write. And hearing from readers who have told me the book made them laugh, smile, or feel a little lighter this holiday season… that’s the greatest gift.

So from the bottom of my heart:
THANK YOU.
Thank you for reading, reviewing, recommending, and sharing this story. Authors can’t do this without readers like you.

A few quick updates since release:

A Little Paris Christmas is holding a 4.7⭐ rating, which absolutely blows me away.

The book has been climbing the Holiday Romance charts — thanks to you!

If you’ve read ALPC already, I’d love to hear what you thought — your favorite moments, characters, quotes, anything. Reviews on Goodreads truly help books reach more readers.

And if you haven’t visited Paris, Pennsylvania yet… there’s still plenty of time to enjoy a cozy Christmas escape. ❄️🎄

Wishing you all warm drinks, soft blankets, and stories that make your heart feel full.

This Thanksgiving, I'm feeling extra grateful for my readers--and I'd love to share something back!

Holiday with Her Highness is a special novella you won't find in stores... but you can curl up with it this season (FREE) as my thank you gift. 

Grab your FREE copy HERE!

I have exciting news just in time for the holiday reading season—my publisher has scheduled a Goodreads Giveaway for A Little Paris Christmas, and 10 copies will be available to win starting Tuesday!

If you love closed-door, small-town Christmas romcoms with plenty of charm, giggles, and slow-burn swoon… this book was made for your TBR. 🎁❤️

Welcome to Paris… Pennsylvania, where Christmas spirit is serious business.

A sunshiney, big-hearted tourism director desperate to save her beloved town’s holiday season

A brooding, sharp-witted horror author 

One plan gone sideways, and one unexpected romance…

Let’s just say sparks fly faster than you can say bonjour.

✨ Grumpy/Sunshine — Sophie’s festive optimism meets Mason's “I’d rather be anywhere else” energy. Holiday magic ensues.
✨ Small-Town Charm — Cozy streets, quirky locals, community traditions, and Christmas lights everywhere.
✨ Christmas Feel-Goods — Gingerbread cookies, tree lighting mishaps, and a dog named Gingersnap.
✨ Closed-Door Romance — Sweet… with depth and heart.

If any of these tropes make your heart do a happy little jingle, this book belongs in your holiday stack.

Here’s a peek at some of the lovely early praise:

⭐ “A perfectly cozy Christmas romcom that made me smile from page one.”
⭐ “The grumpy/sunshine dynamic is DELIGHTFUL. Mason’s dry humor vs. Sophie’s sparkle? Chef’s kiss.”
⭐ “I could live in this town. The holiday vibes are immaculate.”
⭐ “Funny, warm, and charming—a must-read for fans of clean holiday romance.”
⭐ “I adored Gingersnap the dog. Scene-stealer!”

Readers are calling it feel–good, festive, and the perfect curl-up-with-a-blanket read.

So…go ahead and hit “ENTER GIVEAWAY” so it’s ready and waiting on your TBR.

Thank you so much for reading, supporting, and sharing the bookish love!!

 If you loved cozy small-town romances with laugh-out-loud banter and a tender heart, grab your blanket and your favorite mug — Catch Him If You Can is on sale for 99¢ for a limited time (Nov 17–Dec 1).

Wade Roberts is a veterinarian who’s sworn off love — until the well-meaning matchmaking of Cape Harmony (and a few determined residents) force his hand. When a fake-fiancé ruse goes hilariously wrong, Wade and Arden discover that what started as a favor might be exactly what their lonely hearts needed. Think fake-fiancé + friends-to-lovers + that warm, small-town feel that makes you hug your e-reader. (Readers call it “swoon-worthy,” “funny,” and “impossible to put down.”) 

Why you’ll love it:

A grumpy-but-sweet hero who adores animals (perfect for pet lovers). 

Sharp, playful banter and a heartfelt emotional arc. 

Standalone story in a charming series — so no need to read other books first.

Readers on Goodreads have rated it 4.09★ and praised the fresh take on classic tropes — ideal if you enjoy clean, feel-good romance!

Grab it now (99¢): The sale runs Nov 17–Dec 1 — add it to your Kindle or bookshelf and get ready to fall for Wade. After you read, please leave a quick Goodreads review — reviews from readers like you are how small-town books like this find new homes.

Happy reading — and if you snap a cozy reading photo, tag me so I can re-share! 💕

This story has been such a joy to share — a grumpy horror writer, a sunshine-y tourism director, one very determined dog, and a little town called Paris, Pennsylvania that’s full of heart (and maybe too many Christmas cookies).

I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you to everyone who’s bought, read, reviewed, or even shared a post about the book this week. Your support means everything. 💗

And I’ve been absolutely blown away by some of the early reviews — here are a few that made me smile:

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“What a delightful, jovial story! I found myself smiling more and more as I scarfed down this story!” – MsBitsyB, BookSirens

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“Parts of this book made me laugh out loud. It was such a fun, heartwarming read!” – BookSirens reviewer

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Jennifer Shirk brings the characters to life in this delightfully funny, yet touching rom-com. Readers will be drawn into Sophia and Mason’s story as they go along a path of self-discovery and growth… And don’t forget the adorable dachshund, Gingersnap, who steals the show!” — Amazon reviewer

If you’ve already read A Little Paris Christmas, I’d love to hear what you thought! 

Leaving a quick review on Amazon or Goodreads helps more readers discover the book — and helps me keep writing more cozy, feel-good romances like this one.

✨ Haven’t visited Paris (Pennsylvania!) yet? There’s still time to cozy up with your next holiday read.

👉 AMAZON 
👉 GOODREADS

Thank you again for making this first week of release such a special one. I truly couldn’t do this without you. ❤️

 Today’s the day! My newest rom-com, A Little Paris Christmas, is officially out in the world, and I couldn’t be more excited (or more sugared-up on Christmas cookies).

So what’s this story about? Imagine…
🎁 A quirky little town in Pennsylvania with a faux-French twist
🎄 A holiday-obsessed tourism director trying to save her job (and Christmas spirit!)
👨‍💻 A grumpy horror writer hiding out to avoid all things merry & bright
🐾 …and one very opinionated dachshund named Gingersnap who has zero interest in letting his owner Grinch his way through December.

If you love…
✨ Sweet, closed-door romance (all the swoon, none of the blush)
✨ Enemies-to-lovers banter with plenty of humor
✨ Small-town holiday magic that feels like stepping into a Hallmark movie
✨ Cozy, festive vibes that warm you from the inside out

…then I think this story will feel like a mug of hot cocoa with extra whipped cream. 

I had such a blast writing Sophie (my Christmas-loving heroine) and Mason (my reluctant holiday grump). Watching them clash—and then slowly find common ground under the twinkle lights—gave me all the swoony, funny, heartwarming feels I hope it gives you too.

If you’re looking for your next holiday read, I’d love for you to give A Little Paris Christmas a spot on your shelf—or your e-reader. And if you do, I’d be thrilled to hear what you think! Reviews, comments, and even cozy reading photos are always such a gift to an author. 

Happy holidays (a little early!), and thank you for celebrating this release day with me. I can’t wait for you to meet Sophie, Mason, and of course… Gingersnap. 

With love and peppermint cheer,
Jennifer

 Tomorrow is the big day — A Little Paris Christmas officially releases! 🎉 I can hardly believe it’s time to send Sophie, Mason, and one very mischievous dachshund named Gingersnap out into the world.

I’ve been blown away (and a little teary, if I’m honest) reading early reviews. Readers are already falling in love with this small-town holiday rom-com, and their kind words have made my peppermint mocha-fueled heart grow three sizes. 💕

Here’s what a few lovely reviewers had to say:

“Magnifique! USA Today Best-Selling Author Jennifer Shirk has done it again. If you’re looking for a swoony holiday escape, you’ll find it in A Little Paris Christmas. Grab the cocoa and settle in for a delightful treat.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“A wonderful Christmas story that was a five-star read for me! … I laughed out loud a few times and especially loved the scenes with Gingersnap (who I think I can happily say was my favourite character).”

“Full of Christmas joy and cozy vibes — one of my favourite reads of the 2025 holiday season!”

I can’t wait for you all to experience Sophie’s determined holiday spirit, Mason’s grumpy charm, and of course, Gingersnap’s scene-stealing moments. 🐾

If you’ve ever wanted to cozy up with a sweet romance that feels like a Hallmark movie come to life—with peppermint cocoa, twinkle lights, and second chances—this book was written just for you.

So… warm up your cocoa, fluff your blanket, and get ready to spend the holidays in Paris, Pennsylvania. 🎅❤️

👉 A Little Paris Christmas releases tomorrow!
Add it to your Goodreads shelf [here] or grab your copy first thing in the morning for your next cozy holiday read. :-)

 It’s officially mid-October, which means A Little Paris Christmas is just around the corner — and I couldn’t be more excited!

The early reviews are starting to come in, and I’m so touched by the kind words readers are sharing.

 One reviewer said the story was “well written, full of sparks, love, humor, festive cheer, magic, spirit, and a small dog.”

Another added that “Sophie and Mason are like butter and a hot knife” (which might be my new favorite description of these two!).

If you’ve been waiting to preorder, now’s the perfect time! 🎁

When you preorder A Little Paris Christmas, you’ll also receive a Paris-themed sticker and bookmark as a thank-you gift — just a little something extra to make your holiday reading even more festive.

To claim your preorder incentive, simply:

Preorder your copy of A Little Paris Christmas from Amazon.

Submit your receipt Here.

Sit back and get ready to cozy up with Sophie, Mason, and Gingersnap when the book releases October 28th!

This story is packed with small-town charm, festive cheer, and one grumpy horror writer who learns that sometimes the best Christmas magic comes from the most unexpected places.

Thank you so much to everyone who has preordered, shared posts, or spread the word. 

Every bit of support means the world to me. I can’t wait for you to visit the town of Paris, Pennsylvania — where love (and a certain little dog) might just steal your heart this Christmas. ❤️

👉 Preorder A Little Paris Christmas Now!

Don't forget to add to your GOODREADS!

 Today I finally get to share the cover of my upcoming holiday rom-com, A Little Paris Christmas! 🎄❄️

I’ve been so excited for this moment because a cover is the very first glimpse into a story—and this one captures the heart of Sophie and Mason’s romance perfectly. From the cozy snow-dusted setting to the cheerful pops of holiday color, I knew right away it had that small-town, Hallmark-style magic I love to write.

What I especially adore are the little details:
💜 Mason's typewriter for all those horror books he's writing
💜 The hint of holiday sparkle and cookies
💜 Gingersnap's collar hanging off the typewriter (it even says Gingersnap on the tiny charm!)

This story is all about opposites colliding—Sophie, the small-town tourism director brimming with Christmas cheer, and Mason, a broody horror writer who would rather hide away than hang mistletoe. Their worlds collide in Paris, PA, and sparks (and maybe snowflakes) start to fly.

I’d love to hear from you—
👉 What’s the first thing you notice about the cover?
👉 Do you judge a book by its cover (at least a little)?

Thank you for celebrating this milestone with me! A Little Paris Christmas releases October 28, 2025, and I can’t wait for you to cozy up with Sophie, Mason and of course, their adorable pup, Gingersnap.

💌 Add it to your TBR today!