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These Are The Books Our Favorite Hallmark Movies Are Based On

By Jenna Sims
November 13, 2017
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We're sure you already have a list of books that you can’t wait to read over the holidays, but these charming novels are worth adding to the mix. These books from best-selling authors like Karen Kingsbury and Debbie Macomber were the inspiration from your favorite Christmas movies on The Hallmark Channel. If you need a break from watching the endless movie marathon, get a cup of hot chocolate and curl up on the couch with one of these books filled with holiday cheer. 
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The Bridge

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The Karen Kingsbury novel was turned into a two-part series. Based in Franklin, Tennessee, The Bridge is a struggling bookstore that plays an important role in the lives of two couples.

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Trading Christmas

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This house swap proves to be anything but straightforward. Based on the Debbie Macomber novel, Emily and Charles swap houses for Christmas—she's planning to surprise her daughter and for he hopes to finish his novel—but, the two ultimately get more than they bargained for with this holiday flip.

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The Mistletoe Promise

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Based on the book by Richard Paul Evans, The Mistletoe Promise follows two strangers who scheme up a fake relationship for the holidays. As the Christmas season continues, they discover that their business arrangement might not be as platonic as they initially intended.

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Dashing Through the Snow

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This movie shares the story originally penned by Debbie Macomber. Ashley Harrison and Dash Sutherland are both in a journey to reach Seattle for the holidays. The movie follows their unexpected journey filled with problems, and a hint of romance.

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Marry Me at Christmas

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Author Susan Mallery introduces us to Madeline Krug, a bridal boutique owner who finds out she's planning the wedding for the sister of a movie star, Jonny Blaze. While planning a wedding, the two are forced to spend time together in romantic settings that could lead them to their own happily-ever-after.

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The Christmas Cottage

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Based on the book by Samantha Chase, maid of honor duties for Lacey Quinn include making sure the family cottage is ready for the honeymoon. She finds herself snowed in with the bride's brother Charlie and reconsidering if fairy tales do happen.

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The Christmas Train

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Author David Baldacci leads us on the cross-country journey of journalist Tom Langdon. His train ride from Washington to Los Angeles for Christmas turns into a journey he would never have expected.

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Maggie's Miracle

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Maggie is a single mom who hires a tutor for her son Jordan. Casey, the tutor, quickly becomes a meaningful part of not only Jordan's life, but Maggie's as well. The movie, based on the novel by Karen Kingsbury, will premiere on Sunday, December 10.

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