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From compelling brand stories to heartfelt essays, I write to connect, inspire, and bring ideas to life with clarity and emotion.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Mary Frances
Mary Frances lives in North Carolina With her husband, boy/girl twins, and mother, Two dogs and five aquatic turtles Her passion is writing to bring Glory to God, reading, Consuming copious amounts of coffee, The Dallas Cowboys, to her husband’s Dismay and taking naps. She has a B.A. in English and a Master Of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from Liberty University.
Holly Springs Series books
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"Mary Frances has a gift for writing that truly connects. Her words don’t just inform—they linger."
— Daniel R., Creative Director
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"Mary Frances has a gift for writing that truly connects. Her words don’t just inform—they linger."
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The Blythewood Series books
Brooklyn
Brooklyn, a shy high school junior, feels overshadowed by her popular brother,
Jaxson, and is constantly snubbed by the queen bee, Madison. Her only ally is
her best friend, Joanna, but Brooklyn finds solace in her secret online chats with
Hoopster1, unaware that he is actually Brody, Jaxson's wealthy and arrogant
best friend.
When Brooklyn is assigned to tutor Brody in English, their sessions
are filled with tension as he dismisses her and treats her like she's beneath him.
Yet, online, Hoopster1 is kind and funny, and Brooklyn can't help but fall for him.
As Madison flaunts her relationship with Brody, Brooklyn feels more insignificant than ever. She discovers that the charming boy she's falling for
online is the same one who belittles her in person.
Torn between her growing
love for him and the reality of their social divide, Brooklyn decides to keep her
identity a secret. But when Brody's interest in LonelyLady intensifies, Brooklyn
realizes she must confront her fears.
Everything changes when she admits to Brody that she is LonelyLady, leading
him to reconsider everything he thought he knew about her.
After breaking up
with Madison, Brody tries to prove his feelings for Brooklyn are genuine, but she
struggles to trust him. However, when he stands up for her against Madison’s
bullying, Brooklyn begins to see that his feelings go beyond their online
connection.
Will their love survive the challenges of high school social status
and past misunderstandings? Join Brooklyn and Brody as they navigate the
complexities of love, friendship, and self-acceptance in a world where
appearances can be deceiving.
Gigi
GiGi Carabella, a high school swimmer at Blythewood High School, is ensnared in a brutal rivalry with Vanessa, her jealous teammate. Vanessa’s envy morphs into relentless body shaming, shattering GiGi’s self-esteem and pushing her towards anorexia.
As GiGi’s health deteriorates, despite her best friend Hannah’s support, she finds herself hospitalized and on the brink of death. In rehab, she confronts the emotional scars from Vanessa’s torment and discovers a scripture that reignites her sense of worth.
Empowered by her faith and the encouragement of Hannah and Marcus, her former swim coach, GiGi embarks on a challenging recovery journey. She learns to combat the toxic influences in her life and gradually embraces healthier habits. By graduation, GiGi has transformed, thriving in all areas of life, free from Vanessa’s shadow.
Her deepening bond with Marcus blossoms into romance as she steps confidently into a hopeful future, resilient from overcoming her harrowing past.
Stella
In the picturesque town of Blythewood, South Carolina, Stella Heathcock's world crumbles when her charismatic best friend, Bennett Markum, tragically ends his own life. Left grasping at fragments of memories and a haunting voicemail left unheard, Stella plunges into a mission to unravel the enigmatic circumstances surrounding Bennett's untimely death.
With each revelation she uncovers, Stella is confronted with the stark reality beneath Bennett's seemingly perfect facade concealing a labyrinth of agony—struggling beneath the weight of relentless expectations, battling inner demons, and enduring silent torment. Guided by Dallas, whose unwavering devotion provides unanticipated fortitude, Stella embarks on a quest that challenges the town's entrenched code of silence. Yet as Stella dives deeper into Bennett's hidden turmoil, she faces vehement opposition from those intent on safeguarding the town's pristine image.
Caught at a crossroads, Stella must confront the choice between retreating into the safety of silence or raising her voice to ignite transformation—even if it means confronting her own shadows of guilt and apprehension.
In a stirring narrative woven with themes of camaraderie, resilience, and bravery, Stella discovers that honoring the memory of those we have lost oftentimes necessitates unearthing the truths they were unable to voice.
Crescent Bay Series Books
Unveiling hidden truths, unlocking forbidden doors. Five years of solace in Savannah have shielded EmmaAnn from the haunting whispers of Crescent Bay, North Carolina. Her carefully constructed world starts to crumble when her mother’s final whisper beckons her back to the coastal town she once fled. A reunion with Eli, the keeper of untold secrets and harbinger of lost love, plunges EmmaAnn into a realm where forgotten memories linger like shadows in the dusk. Amongst her mother’s relics lies a tale of betrayals that led to her escape, unraveling mysteries that challenge who she thought she was and who she might become. Forced to confront the echoes of her past and the uncertainties of her future, EmmaAnn must confront the ultimate question that has haunted her for years: Was her journey an escape from herself or a quest to find her true essence? As faith wavers and relationships strain under the weight of hidden truths, the magnetic pull of home tugs at EmmaAnn’s core, urging her to delve deep into the heart of acceptance. In a riveting narrative of redemption, rediscovery, and the resurgence of love in unexpected corners, EmmaAnn is poised on the brink of realizing that going back isn’t surrender—it’s an act of unparalleled courage. Prepare to be captivated by a tale of reckoning, restoration, and the enduring beacon of love that illuminates our path when we cease evading our destiny.
In the heart of Crescent Bay, where the salty sea breeze dances with the aroma of freshly baked pastries, Magnolia Lane wrestles with a life bound by tradition and a yearning for something more. The legacy of June’s Bakery looms large, holding her in its flour-dusted embrace while the call of adventure beckons from beyond the horizon.
When Levi, a charming musician with dreams as big as the sky, presents Magnolia with a ticket to freedom, she stands at the crossroads of loyalty and longing. The Phoenix music producer’s offer promises escape, but at what cost? With debts piling up like fallen breadcrumbs and her faith slipping away like sand through an hourglass, Magnolia must confront her deepest desires.
Amidst the chaos of impending change, there stands Cooper Wayne, a steadfast presence in her storm-tossed sea. With every sea-salt caramel roll he offers and every unspoken word of love that lingers between them, Magnolia is faced with a choice between the safe harbor of familiarity and the uncharted waters of true fulfillment.
As the clock ticks down and decisions loom large on the horizon, Magnolia must navigate the turbulent waters of her heart. For sometimes, the most difficult choices are not between right and wrong, but between what we know and what we dare to dream.
In a tale where home feels both confining and comforting, Magnolia will discover that true liberation lies not in running away, but in finding the courage to sail toward the beacon of her own truth.
Whispers of Crescent Bay
In the dance of love and sacrifice, one woman must navigate the tides of her heart to find her true north.
Willow Grace Brooks thought she had it all figured out at twenty-two, until life threw a curveball that shattered her carefully crafted plans. With dreams on hold and responsibilities mounting, she finds herself stuck in Crescent Bay, torn between duty and desire.
As she pours her soul into a quaint bakery by day and navigates complex relationships by night, Willow grapples with conflicting emotions towards her loyal boyfriend Adam and her steadfast friend Mason. The lines between friendship and something more blur as a new opportunity ignites unexpected sparks between Willow and Mason, while Adam’s facade begins to crack, revealing a darker side.
Caught in a web of love, loyalty, and self-discovery, Willow must confront her deepest fears and untangle the threads of her heart. Will she cling to the familiar comfort of the past or find the courage to embrace an uncertain future?
Amidst the soothing whispers of ocean waves and the embrace of a tight-knit community, this tale weaves a tapestry of resilience, introspection, and the transformative power of love that has been quietly waiting to be acknowledged.
Your next favorite story awaits start reading today.
From heartache to hope, these stories are crafted to move you. Dive in and experience the emotions behind every page.
MEET THE AUTHOR
Mary Frances
Mary is a passionate storyteller whose words are rooted in faith, healing, and heartfelt life experience. Her writing carries a powerful message of hope, restoration, and emotional truth speaking directly to readers who are searching for comfort, clarity, and spiritual connection in today’s world.
With a natural gift for weaving real-life struggles into inspiring narratives, Mary’s books reflect her deep compassion for others and her desire to uplift, encourage, and empower. Each story she shares is written with sincerity and purpose, offering readers not only engaging storytelling but meaningful lessons that resonate long after the final page.
