A Christmas Court(ship)

Winner of the 2025 Swoony Award for the novellas category

A best friend’s brother, a high-stakes holiday pickleball game, and a spark they can’t ignore.

Sadie:

I’ve had a crush on Beckett Dawson forever—my best friend’s older brother, the hometown golden boy turned pro pickleball player. He’s been gone for years, but when he walks into my early-morning practice, I finally have a chance for him to notice me . . . and not just because I can return his serve.

Beckett:

After a messy breakup with my doubles partner—on and off the court—I won’t ever mix pickleball with romance again. But when the chance to take on my ex in our hometown Christmas tournament comes up, Sadie Hart is the only partner I want by my side. Trouble is, the more time we spend together, the more I realize the real game I’m playing isn’t on the court—it’s protecting my heart from falling for the girl I was never supposed to want.

A Christmas Court(ship), a best friend’s brother novella, is book 3 of the Letters to Mrs. Claus multi-author series—a kisses-only romantic comedy collection bursting with holiday cheer. Each story is linked through Mrs. Claus’s Operation Mistletoe Match, where she receives a letter from a meddling friend or family member about someone lonely, heartbroken, or closed off to love. With her timeless wisdom, Mrs. Claus pens a tailored message to the subject of the letter, offering an inspiring note that tackles their romantic roadblock. Packed with hilarious mishaps, flustered blushes, and courageous adventures as they chase their happily-ever-after in this no-spice, swoon-worthy series!