Finally! The kids are back to school and it's time to curl up with a good book. Thanks to Hallmark Publishing for sponsoring this post and giveaway! Hallmark Publishing has so many wonderful novels that are perfect for holiday gifts. We're halfway through October so it's definitely not to soon to think about shopping.
Mistletoe in Juneau, a book available thanks to Hallmark Publishing is available in Paperback, e-book, and Audiobook. Each novel includes delicious holiday recipes too!
Mistletoe in Juneau was a fun and light read, perfect for holiday time. I'm personally so busy this time of year, so it was a bit challenging to have a fun holiday story that was hard to put down!
Keep reading to learn how you can enter to win our special holiday giveaway.
New 2021 Books from Hallmark Publishing
There are four new releases to look forward to this season.
On Christmas Avenue (9.21)
Mistletoe in Juneau (10.19)
Wrapped Up in Christmas Hope (10.26)
Christmas in Evergreen: Bells are Ringing (11.2)
"Mistletoe in Juneau" Book Info
Danni’s a social media influencer who’s way out of her element. She sort-of broke up with her boyfriend-slash-manager, and she escaped her fast-paced life in L.A. to spend Christmas with an old friend in Juneau, Alaska. Danni takes in the beauty of the scenery and the warmth of the community…and she’s drawn to the local sheriff.
Before Declan was the sheriff, he was in the Army. An IED explosion cost him his leg…and his fiancée, who couldn’t deal with the injury. He knows Danni’s a city girl, while he loves the Alaskan wilderness. Could two very different people find what their hearts are looking for?
Simply Amazing Chocolate Cake
In Mistletoe in Juneau, Declan owes Danni an apology. So he walks into his mom’s bakery and asks her for “a really good cake recipe—as simple as you’ve got.” His mom gives him this one. He’s a little doubtful about the “secret ingredient”—mayonnaise—but the cake is delicious, and Danni forgives him immediately. Even if you’re like Declan and don’t have any baking experience, this moist chocolate cake will win anybody over.
Super-Simple, Amazing Chocolate Cake
Ingredients
- CAKE
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup cold water
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- CHOCOLATE FROSTING
- 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
- 6 cups powdered sugar
- ⅔ cup cocoa powder
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Grease two 8-inch round cake pans and dust them lightly with flour.
- Sift together the flour, cocoa, and baking soda in a small bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the sugar and mayonnaise, then beat in the water and vanilla.
- Gradually add in the dry mixture and mix well.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pans and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Make the frosting while the cake is baking.
- In a work bowl with an electric mixer, cream the butter. Sift the sugar and cocoa powder together and gradually add to the butter, beating well after each addition. Add the cream and vanilla. Beat until well blended and fluffy.
- Remove the cake from the oven, remove the layers from the pans, and place them on wire racks to cool.
- Frost cake.
About Dahlia Rose
Dahlia Rose is the USA Today best-selling multi genre author from Urban fantasy to Romance with a hint of Caribbean spice. She was born and raised on the Caribbean island of Barbados and now currently lives in Charlotte, North Carolina. Her life revolves around her five kids, who she affectionately nicknamed "The Children of the Corn" and her husband and longtime love who is also a honorable retired Army veteran. She has a love of dark fantasy, sci-fi, and the things that go bump in the night. With over seven dozen books published Dahlia has become a reader favorite. Not only because of her writing but her vivacious attitude in talking to her fans online and at various events. Her books feature strong heroines with a Caribbean or African American culture, that is showcased in the vibrancy of her words. Books and writing are her biggest passions, and she hopes to open your imagination to the unknown between the pages of her books.
About Hallmark Publishing
Now, you have even more ways to relax and indulge in a Hallmark story. The kinds of heartwarming romances and intriguing mysteries you love are now available as books! In addition to companion novels to beloved Hallmark movies, you’ll discover brand-new novels to brighten your day and leave you feeling good about life. With the same attention to storytelling that goes into every Hallmark movie, we’ll bring you new characters, relationships, romances, and intriguing mysteries. And each book includes an original recipe inspired by the story!
We’re thrilled to announce that in addition to being available in paperback and eBook, Hallmark books are now available in audiobook!
Mistletoe in Juneau giveaway
Hallmark will generously send one winner a copy of Mistletoe in Juneau + $25 Visa Gift Card + (1) Hallmark Channel Wine Gift Card!
To enter, comment on our blog post or on this Instagram post sharing what you're looking forward to this holiday season! Giveaway ends October 22, 2021 at 11:59pst. Winner to be notified by email or private message. This giveaway is open to US residents only, 18+, void where prohibited. This giveaway is not sponsored by Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.
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Neiddy Ruiz
I'd look forward to movie nights with my girls, hallmark Christmas movies are our favorite. Enjoying sweet treats, hot chocolate, and food that we can only get around Christmas time.
Thank you for the chance to win
Shelly Peterson
I am looking forward to time spent with family
mami2jcn
I'm looking forward to decorating for Christmas with my daughters.
Elle
I am looking forward to spending extra time with family!