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happily ever antlers
a christmas story
In the heart of the North Pole, a white-calf mystery is born to the ancient elder of the Reindeer Council. On the same December eve, on the west side of Philadelphia, jingle writer Felicity Nichols experiences an epiphany that will change her life—and the calf’s—forever.
Suffocating in a marriage well past its best-by date, and disappointed to have missed another Diwali with her dual-heritage family, Felicity is determined to make it home for Christmas, whether her husband, Calvin, cooperates or not. When catastrophe strikes, the two are transported to an impossible realm where—along with Mr. and Mrs. Claus, their staff and family, Amelia Earhart, and a surprising cast of other historic figures—they not only confront their marital troubles, they embark on a Christmastime fantasy adventure unlike any other.
As Felicity finds her place at the North Pole, she strives to reclaim her whole identity and, with the aid of a newfound friend, maybe heal her heart along the way. Little does she know, The Pole is about to fall, and the Reindeer Council has secretly set their sights on an unsuspecting successor to the reigning Santa.
Open your heart and your mind, and come experience the North Pole like you’ve never seen it before. Happily Ever Antlers is a tale of expectations and self discovery, of diverse cultures, found family, and caring communities, of adversity and fear, healing and hope. A novel our divided world needs now more than ever, this story celebrates the unity and harmony of all living things and sparkles with the transcendent magic of a selfless wish on Christmas Eve.
A big-hearted, fun-filled holiday adventure for fans of D. Thrush, Casey McQuiston, Sonya Lalli, and Phillip Pullman.
coming august 31st
Find detailed reviews on the book summary page, and discover more about the story and its origins in my blog post, My North Pole Expedition.
about the author
An experienced journalist, as well as a lifelong storyteller, J.B. Fitzgerald ultimately relinquished a world of facts, sound bites, and endless black ink to throw herself wholeheartedly into the realms of fiction and color. She writes multicultural tales of perilous adventures undertaken by unexpected heroes, quirky friends, found family, endearing animals, and villains that span the spectrum from dastardly blights on society to the morally gray. These stories are faithfully imbued with her signature style, offbeat sense of humor, and a touch of magic.
A passionate advocate for animal welfare and a dedicated dog mom, Fitzgerald’s written works—as well as her original paintings—frequently celebrate the incomparable bonds between humans and their canine companions. In addition to her critically acclaimed novels, she has also published two memoirs chronicling multiple decades of adventures and misadventures shared with her rescued animals.
Fitzgerald and her family savor a quiet life in the Pacific Northwest under the wise, bushy-tailed, and hilariously vocal rule of Maisie Moon: German shepherd-beagle mix, notorious cheese addict, and the genius-dog inspiration for one unlikely superhero’s canine sidekick.
the truth about magic
“There is, indeed, magic in the world, but we see it in different ways, in different places. I find all the magic I need in a flop-eared dog and a dog-eared book.”
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