Debut Novella
FA LA LA LA LAW:
The tale of avery hoarfrost
Santa’s lawyer saves Christmas from private equity.
What Kind of Book This Is
If you’re craving a cozy holiday romantic fantasy with a twist of legally blonde…
This is for you.
“Storytellers invent tales about Christmas because they think it matters. and by telling these stories, they make it matter.”
If you loved…
You’ll feel right at home here.
One-of-a-Kind Lens
This story is told through a lens of a Millennial lawyer trying to keep the magic of the holidays alive in the face of change, loss, and growing up.
It blends yearning, humor, and heartache, breaking you apart and gluing you back together just in time for Christmas.
✺ Frequently asked questions ✺
Q: What is the status of this book?
A: Fa La La La Law is currently in revisions, 20,000 words. It is a standalone novella.
Q: What is the genre and tone?
A: Cozy Holiday Romance with plenty of Christmas magic. The story is character-driven with surprisingly high emotional stakes.
Q: What is the hook?
A: Avery is living the dream when she is transported to the North Pole to study for a magical bar exam and interview to be Santa’s lawyer; but with her career and her Christmas spirit on the line, Avery must forget everything she thought she knew about the holiday, or face giving up Christmas -- and love -- altogether.
Q: Who is the intended audience?
A: Adult readers who enjoy magic, wholesome romance, and stories that evoke nostalgia for childhood holidays. “Spice”-free, but contains adult themes - and kissing. As my grandmother would say, some “heavy petting.”
Q: Are rights available?
A: Yes — film, audio, and foreign rights are available.
Q: Do you have a synopsis or sample chapters?
A: Yes - please contact me directly for samples (mjperkinsbooks@gmail.com).
Q: Has the manuscript been edited?
A: It has been professionally edited and is currently with the beta readers.
Q: Is there potential for a series?
A: This is a standalone story but could expand into a series.
Q: Do you include content notes?
A: No content warnings necessary.
Q: How soon are materials available?
A: Full manuscript will be available by July 31.
Q: Is Fa La La La Law your final title?
A: Yes.