Join us for a Zoom meeting with Author Holly Cassidy

Join APL to celebrate the lighter side of literature.

Take an escape with a romance and get to know Holly Cassidy, author of "The Christmas Wager", who will join us for a Zoom discussion of her book.

Book Description:

When L.A.-based real estate developer Bella Ross arrives in the sleepy mountain town of Maple Falls, she has one mission: to acquire the local failing Christmas shop, Always Noelle, securing the promotion of her dreams. Nothing can get in her way. Except the shop owner’s stubborn grandson, Jesse Harrison. Both refuse to budge, until an unlikely wager is struck: Bella and Jesse will compete in the Maple Falls Holiday Games, an annual tradition of eccentric feats of strength and skills. Winner decides the selling price. They’ll give each other a run for their money, but as the competition heats up, Bella and Jesse’s icy feelings toward each other begin to thaw. It’ll take a Christmas miracle for them to admit there’s a spark, but what if it’s just another game?

Registration required. New members are always welcome. You don't have to read the book to join, but it is encouraged.

Instructions to join the Zoom meeting will be emailed to all registrants.

For more information, call 703-228-6545.

We are reading:

• Dec. 14: "A Season of Love" by Helena Greer
• Jan. 11: "The Boy with the Bookstore" by Sarah Echavarre Smith
• Feb. 8: "The Boyfriend Project" by Farrah Rochon
• Mar. 8: "So We Meet Again" by Suzanne Park
• Apr. 12: "The Decoy Girlfriend" by Lillie Vale
• May 10: "Neon Gods" by Katee Robert
• Jun. 14: "Chef's Kiss" by TJ Alexander
• Jul. 12: "Witchful Thinking" by Celestine Martin
• Aug. 9: In-Person Book Swap
• Oct. 11: "The Only Game in Town" by Lacie Waldon
• Nov. 8: "The Comeback" by Lily Chu
• Dec. 6: "The Christmas Wager" by Holly Cassidy

• Location campus Shirlington Library
• Audience:
  • Events for Adults
  • Good for Adults Age 55+
• Categories:
  • Author Talk
  • Book Club