Two passionate bakers, one sweet rivalry, and a sprinkle of winter wonderland charm. Meet Michaela Branson, a determined baker chasing her dream of owning a bakery. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she returns to her hometown for the Lights by the Lake festival and bake off, where a fifty-thousand-dollar prize could make her dreams come true. Focused on the competition, Michaela has no interest in romance. But fate has other plans when she meets Michael Brandon, a fellow contestant with an infuriatingly handsome and arrogant demeanor. Sparks fly, but not the baking kind. As they clash in the kitchen, a sizzling tension brews, and beneath it all, a connection forms. In the midst of a high-stakes competition and the holiday magic of Pinewood Corners, can these two stubborn bakers find a recipe for romance? Discover The Christmas Cookie Conundrum, a heartwarming holiday romance filled with passion, love, and the sweetest surprises. Get ready to be charmed and tantalized in this delectable tale that leaves you craving more than just desserts.