“Stunning. Wow. I’m not sure at this point why your books aren’t on the NYTimes Bestseller list…a true talent, my friend. I’m in awe.”—Rachel Thompson, author of Broken Pieces and Broken Places

“Love this, Justin. Not your typical holiday story. But none of yours are typical, which I love.”—Julie Frayn, author of Mazie Baby and It Isn’t Cheating if He’s Dead

“I do so love your holiday short stories. Your voice is crisp and real, and I can depend on you for realism and tragedy, which surrounds many this time of year . . . I loved the ending—the hope, the possibility even for gratitude….”—Eden Baylee, author of Stranger at Sunset

"Love it, Justin! You are so…relaxed and comfy with your words. Love “Wick and Wax”! I’d walk into her shoppe any day!” —Richard Bach, author of Jonathan Livingston Seagull and Illusions

“Oh my, Justin…This is great. Kept me on the edge of my seat. Beautifully written, too. You are a talent.” —Jane Isaac, author of The Truth Will Out and An Unfamiliar Murde

“See? I knew Santa was in the business of trying to knock people up. What a lovely (naughty) little Christmas story!” —Erica Lucke Dean, author of Suddenly Sorceress and To Katie with Love

“Your stories always touch on something deep and real, Justin. This tale is a great example of why you’re still the master.” —Ben Ditmars, author of Inhale the Night, Haiku in the Night, and Night Poems