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A Candy Shop Christmas
A candy shop sprinkled with holiday magic might be the perfect ingredients for a Christmas miracle.
After enduring the toughest period in her life, at twenty-eight Noel Puckett is determined to move forward while keeping Beaufort Candy Company afloat this Christmas. Inheriting the beloved shop was bittersweet because she would rather celebrate the joy of the season with her parents and Fletcher. Luckily, Noel’s spirited eight-year-old helper elves, Levi and Laney, along with longtime family friend Mrs. Madelyn, believe in the candy shop and Christmas miracles.
Meanwhile, Cavin Dawson is riding high on success at his family’s prestigious, Atlanta-based business development firm. However, when his plans for a holiday getaway take an unexpected turn, he finds himself in the quaint town of Beaufort, North Carolina, tasked with acquiring waterfront property instead of leisurely soaking up the sun in Cancun.
As fate intertwines Noel’s and Cavin’s lives, a hot chocolate stand, a lost dog named Scout, and a host of unanticipated events lead them on a path that will change everything, ultimately forging an unforgettable Christmas filled with timely surprises and new beginnings.
After enduring the toughest period in her life, at twenty-eight Noel Puckett is determined to move forward while keeping Beaufort Candy Company afloat this Christmas. Inheriting the beloved shop was bittersweet because she would rather celebrate the joy of the season with her parents and Fletcher. Luckily, Noel’s spirited eight-year-old helper elves, Levi and Laney, along with longtime family friend Mrs. Madelyn, believe in the candy shop and Christmas miracles.
Meanwhile, Cavin Dawson is riding high on success at his family’s prestigious, Atlanta-based business development firm. However, when his plans for a holiday getaway take an unexpected turn, he finds himself in the quaint town of Beaufort, North Carolina, tasked with acquiring waterfront property instead of leisurely soaking up the sun in Cancun.
As fate intertwines Noel’s and Cavin’s lives, a hot chocolate stand, a lost dog named Scout, and a host of unanticipated events lead them on a path that will change everything, ultimately forging an unforgettable Christmas filled with timely surprises and new beginnings.
325 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 1, 2025
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About the author
Joey Jones
9 books214 followersJoey Jones’s writing style is described as a mixture of Nicholas Sparks, Richard Paul Evans, and James Patterson. New York Times Bestselling Author Kristy Woodson Harvey labels Jones’s writing as “lyrical” and proclaims, “He effortlessly pulls readers into the souls of his characters.” USA Today Bestselling Author Jeff Gunhus compares Joey Jones’s work to Debbie Macomber, Nicholas Evans, and Sparks.
The ratings and reviews of Jones’s novels A BRIDGE APART (2015), LOSING LONDON (2016), A FIELD OF FIREFLIES (2018), THE DATE NIGHT JAR (2019), WHEN THE RIVERS RISE (2020), WHERE THE RAINBOW FALLS (2022), and ALONG THE DUSTY ROAD (2023) reflect the comparison to the aforementioned New York Times bestselling authors. Readers can expect the same from THE ROOTS BENEATH US (2024).
Joey Jones fell in love with creative writing at a young age and, in his early twenties, decided to write a book. His debut novel A BRIDGE APART is a suspenseful love story that was years in the making as he tinkered with the manuscript off and on while working full-time in the marketing field. In February 2016, Jones became a full-time novelist and published his second novel LOSING LONDON later that year. The average rating of Jones’s novels is 4.5 out of 5.0 stars.
In his spare time, Joey enjoys spending time with his family, playing sports, working out, reading, and embarking on new adventures. His favorite meal is a New York Style Pizza with sweet tea. He won the 8th-grade spelling bee at his school, but if you ask how many students participated, he might say, “Such minor details are not important!” He currently lives in North Carolina with his family.
Joey Jones earned a B.A. in Business Administration from the University of Maryland University College where he graduated with honors (2006). He was the owner of a full-service advertising agency and taught business and marketing courses as an adjunct college instructor.
Jones invites you to connect with him online to find out more about his upcoming novels, book signings, giveaways, exciting news, charities, and more: www.Joey-Jones.com / Facebook.com/JoeyJonesWriter / Instagram.com/JoeyJonesWriter
The ratings and reviews of Jones’s novels A BRIDGE APART (2015), LOSING LONDON (2016), A FIELD OF FIREFLIES (2018), THE DATE NIGHT JAR (2019), WHEN THE RIVERS RISE (2020), WHERE THE RAINBOW FALLS (2022), and ALONG THE DUSTY ROAD (2023) reflect the comparison to the aforementioned New York Times bestselling authors. Readers can expect the same from THE ROOTS BENEATH US (2024).
Joey Jones fell in love with creative writing at a young age and, in his early twenties, decided to write a book. His debut novel A BRIDGE APART is a suspenseful love story that was years in the making as he tinkered with the manuscript off and on while working full-time in the marketing field. In February 2016, Jones became a full-time novelist and published his second novel LOSING LONDON later that year. The average rating of Jones’s novels is 4.5 out of 5.0 stars.
In his spare time, Joey enjoys spending time with his family, playing sports, working out, reading, and embarking on new adventures. His favorite meal is a New York Style Pizza with sweet tea. He won the 8th-grade spelling bee at his school, but if you ask how many students participated, he might say, “Such minor details are not important!” He currently lives in North Carolina with his family.
Joey Jones earned a B.A. in Business Administration from the University of Maryland University College where he graduated with honors (2006). He was the owner of a full-service advertising agency and taught business and marketing courses as an adjunct college instructor.
Jones invites you to connect with him online to find out more about his upcoming novels, book signings, giveaways, exciting news, charities, and more: www.Joey-Jones.com / Facebook.com/JoeyJonesWriter / Instagram.com/JoeyJonesWriter
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November 21, 2025
What a charming story! Wonderful characters, plot, and setting. I was immediately engrossed in the story and enjoyed the vivid descriptions of the holiday season in Beaufort, NC. Noel is a strong and determined single mom; I enjoyed her relationship with Mrs Madelyn. Cavin’s transition from all business to enjoying the season and having a life is paced beautifully. The children were charming. I loved the heart of the story, the small town vibe, and the holiday magic. The charming town of Beaufort, NC is woven into the story. I’m eager to visit and find quite a few of the places mentioned that really do exist (sadly the candy shop is fictional). Do yourself a favor and pickup up this Christmas read! My first book by this author and I’m eager to read his prior releases.
January 15, 2026
Another wonderful story from Joey Jones! I love this story.
Cavin is sent to the small town of Beaufort, to look into it for his family business to turn it into an area of development for a big hotel. What he doesn’t expect is to meet Noel and her 2 adorable kids. The kids set out to save the candy shop and find a lost dog. They enlist Cavin help finding the dog.
What will happen when Noel finds out why Cavin is in town? Can the growing relationship stand the deception? Can Noel save the candy shop? This is another must read book.
Cavin is sent to the small town of Beaufort, to look into it for his family business to turn it into an area of development for a big hotel. What he doesn’t expect is to meet Noel and her 2 adorable kids. The kids set out to save the candy shop and find a lost dog. They enlist Cavin help finding the dog.
What will happen when Noel finds out why Cavin is in town? Can the growing relationship stand the deception? Can Noel save the candy shop? This is another must read book.
November 9, 2025
I thought I had already read my favorite Joey Jones novel, until I read A Candy Shop Christmas. And yes, I've read and loved all 9 of them! The magic of this book takes place in eastern N.C., in the town of Beaufort. A little town off the coast of N.C. that is dear to my heart. Be prepared to loose a few hours of sleep, because you will not want to put it down. Perfect timing of the book release, just in time to purchase yourself a copy and a few for to give as gifts.
November 21, 2025
I was charmed by this book, Noel is a strong, resilient, single mom and ugh; I love her! I often times don’t like FMC, a lot of the time authors dumb them down too much and the eye rolls on my end are in an abundance. This was such a great story, and I would recommend to all as a great holiday season read!
December 8, 2025
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A beautiful story about love, loss and grief. Learning to navigate in a world that your loved one is no longer a part of, learning who you are without them, and learning to live again.
A beautiful story about love, loss and grief. Learning to navigate in a world that your loved one is no longer a part of, learning who you are without them, and learning to live again.
December 20, 2025
I got this book in a goodreads giveaway! This was such a cute and clean romance, perfect for the Christmas season! I usually read other types of books, but I really enjoyed this as a clean read. It's great for anyone looking for a sweet and wholesome story.
December 25, 2025
Very cute book. I discovered Joey Jones at the Bizarre Bizarre in Richmond and purchased a signed copy. I was pleasantly surprised how much I enjoyed this “sweet” story!!!! I can’t wait to read more of his books. Discovering a new author is one of the great joys of reading.
~Magen not Megan
~Magen not Megan
December 30, 2025
Hallmark Christmas-y vibe. The characters make you fall in love with them instantly and it has so many little details about celebrating Christmas all throughout the book. I also did not expect the ending to go the way it did!
January 5, 2026
Cute. Festive. Reads like a simple Hallmark rom-com. That said, at times it's disjointed, skips around and incredibly formulaic. Ultimately the writing is hard to read, but the story is heartwarming in an overly simplified way.
November 23, 2025
A candy shop Christmas, ended being a nice book to read as we head into the holidays. I got to enjoy reading this book and being able to learn the main characters.
December 7, 2025
Another wonderful book
I loved the gentle twists and turns. The characters were so enjoyable as well as the storyline. The ending was the best! Christmas miracles!!!!!
I loved the gentle twists and turns. The characters were so enjoyable as well as the storyline. The ending was the best! Christmas miracles!!!!!
December 7, 2025
This book has all the feels. The perfect cozy, Christmas read especially if you are familiar with eastern Carolina.
December 16, 2025
A wonderful uplifting Christmas story. Love the coastal setting of Beaufort NC! Beach read meets Hallmark Christmas.
December 23, 2025
Very Hallmark movie’ish
December 27, 2025
Enjoyable
Enjoyed the story although a bit slow. The ending was a big surprise that I did not see coming! Characters were great.
Enjoyed the story although a bit slow. The ending was a big surprise that I did not see coming! Characters were great.
December 28, 2025
Really enjoyed the small town Romance with a little suspense and mischief added in. A feel good cozy book right in my backyard.
December 30, 2025
Great read
This book was written very well and has a great pace. Great holiday romance. I loved that all of the characters have realistic personalities.
This book was written very well and has a great pace. Great holiday romance. I loved that all of the characters have realistic personalities.
January 7, 2026
I really enjoyed this book! And have enjoyed all of Joey's books!
January 9, 2026
Joey Jones did it again giving us another romantic story, where we fall in love with the character. The setting was exactly like the real place and I appreciated the history that was included.
January 9, 2026
enjoyable read
January 10, 2026
This book was absolutely amazing! From the Beaufort waterfront to Swansboro you could definitely feel like you were in the story! It was amazing and so local!
January 13, 2026
I loved this story and can see it becoming a Hallmark movie. I like that it was a Christian/clean romance.
January 10, 2026
I love his writing! what a change from homicides for me. I love reading about different places in North Carolina where I live. He mashed me want to visit all of these places. I also love seeing Joey at my local festivals!
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