Remembering the Christmas House

"Remembering the Christmas House" is a captivating and heartwarming coming-of-age novel that follows the life of a spirited 6-year-old girl as she navigates the ups and downs of growing up. From moments of hope, excitement, and joy to facing daunting challenges and overcoming disasters, her journey is one that will resonate with readers of all ages.

Set against the backdrop of a loving and supportive family, this story encapsulates the essence of the holiday spirit and the transformative power of perseverance. Despite encountering horrific adversity, the young protagonist finds the strength within herself to grow, adapt, and ultimately succeed in making her life better.

Written with a keen sense of humor, "Remembering the Christmas House" is a delightful tale that elicits laughter, evokes memories, and tugs at the heartstrings. Its universal themes of family, resilience, and personal growth make it a story that everyone can relate to and find comfort in, from late elementary school students to adults seeking a heartwarming read.

Michael Hughes has warm memories of his own Christmas house. The home where he often visited his parents during the holidays served as an inspiration for this story. In addition to being an author and co-founder of a social outreach program for students who may feel they are disenfranchised, marginalized, or invisible in schools, the Golden Gate Movement (goldengatemovement.org), Michael is also a retired secondary school administrator, husband, father, and grandfather. Along with writing, he enjoys cartooning, composing and performing music, the outdoors, travel, and nature photography. Michael resides with his wife, Lisa in Orem, Utah.