I'm turning my characters into stickers! 🖍️✨I can’t decide which one I love the most — do you have a favorite?

A few years ago, I never imagined that a children’s book I wrote would be featured in Law360. This article explores how my work as an attorney—and my family’s journey through grief—shaped a children’s book about love, teamwork, and what really makes Christmas magical. My debut book, Santa Skips Christmas!?!, is ultimately about showing up for one another when things don’t go as planned. You can read the full piece here: https://www.law360.com/articles/2424841   I’m grateful

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This song was made especially for the book, and seeing the story come to life through music has been pure joy. Turn the sound on and enjoy a little holiday magic! Merry Christmas! Find out more at michelleluise.com .

The reviewer read Santa Skips Christmas!?! to her 2-year-old grandson, who adored the book and the illustrations and was immediately drawn to the bright, cheerful artwork. She shared how the story felt like a fun adventure, how the rhythm and heart of it came through, and how it left her with that cozy Christmas feeling we all hope to create.

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Last year’s Washington-Liberty Holiday Bazaar completely changed my life. It might sound dramatic—it’s just a high school bazaar filled with local artisans and holiday crafts—but that day set my author journey in motion. Across the room, I spotted a woman selling a book called Goodnight Menopause!  I hesitated, pretended to browse some ornaments, then finally ran over and blurted out: “Are you a local author? How did you do it? What’s your name?” Her name was Melissa. She gra

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I’m working hard behind the scenes to get Santa Skips Christmas!?! ready for families just in time for the holidays! It’s already...

My debut book, Santa Skips Christmas!?!, is for sale in hard cover at: https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=x5lyDODZXFBmjA9JQJoUCXyE...

A whimsical, heartwarming twist on Christmas… a must-read for kids and adults alike!  ❤️ I’m so thrilled people are connecting with the...