Hello dear friends—
As the year winds down and the nights crowd out the days, we wanted to pause and say thank you—for welcoming our stories into your lives, onto nightstands, e-readers, commutes, and those precious quiet moments you claim as your own.
Writing is supposed to be solitary… though in our house it rarely is. Our desks back up to each other, Jim crunches loudly on cookies, and Nikoo has full conversations with herself while writing. Somehow, amid the noise and life's commotion, the stories get written—and knowing they find their way to you is what makes it all worthwhile.
Every morning, we get up and focus on the day in front of us, on gratitude, and on the small, good moments…even though this year has asked a lot of us. I'm now in my third year of my cancer journey, and the past year brought a few hard turns. Still, we want to tell you that your kindness and support—your notes, prayers, and encouragement—have carried us more than you know.
Stories mattered differently this year. They comforted, distracted, and reminded us we weren't alone. Knowing our books have been part of your year is a gift we hold close.
If you ever feel like sharing one of our books with a friend, a book club, or a library—thank you. That kind of word-of-mouth is quiet magic. And if you'd like to support us directly (and browse some good reading), our bookstore is always the best place to do it.
Mostly, please know this: you matter to us—not as customers, but as fellow lovers of story.
From our family to yours, we wish you a peaceful Christmas, a warm and joyful holiday season in all the ways you celebrate, and a hopeful New Year filled with good health.
One more thing…as always, we'd love to hear from you—what did you read this year that stayed with you, or what kind of story are you craving next, and what are your plans for this Holiday Season?
Warmly,
Nikoo & Jim