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Book details
  • Genre:FICTION
  • SubGenre:Family Life / General
  • Language:English
  • Pages:150
  • eBook ISBN:9798350900408
  • Paperback ISBN:9798350900392

Remembering the Christmas House

by Michael Hughes

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Overview

"Remembering the Christmas House" is a coming-of-age, short novel, about a 6-year-old's experiences as she grows up. She faces hope, excitement, joy, and the security of a loving and supportive family. But her life has challenges, obstacles, and disasters that must be faced and overcome. One of my readers told me that everybody can see themselves in this story. Despite having to face horrific adversity, she grows up, overcomes, adjusts, and succeeds in making her life much better. In short, it's a feel-good story, full of humor, memories, and touching moments that anyone can enjoy, from late elementary school through adulthood.

Description

"Remembering the Christmas House" is a coming-of-age, short novel, about a 6-year-old's experiences as she grows up. She faces hope, excitement, joy, and the security of a loving and supportive family. But her life has challenges, obstacles, and disasters that must be faced and overcome. One of my readers told me, that everybody can see themselves in this story. Despite having to face horrific adversity, she grows up, overcomes, adjusts and succeeds in making her life much better. In short, it's a feel-good story, full of humor, memories, and touching moments that anyone can enjoy, from late elementary school through adulthood.

About the author
Michael Hughes, the author of "Remembering the Christmas House," draws inspiration from his own cherished memories of a Christmas house he frequented during his childhood. This nostalgic setting serves as the foundation for the enchanting tale he weaves. Beyond his passion for writing, Michael is a co-founder of the Golden Gate Movement, a social outreach program dedicated to supporting students who may feel disenfranchised, marginalized, or invisible in schools (goldengatemovement.org). As a retired secondary school administrator, he brings a wealth of experience and empathy to his work, nurturing an inclusive environment for young minds to thrive. Michael's multifaceted life extends beyond his literary pursuits. He is a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who finds joy in various artistic endeavors, including cartooning, composing and performing music, and capturing the beauty of nature through photography. Residing in Orem, Utah, with his wife, Lisa, Michael continues to inspire and uplift readers with his heartfelt storytelling.

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