Spruce Valley Novels

Life on the farm is never dull during the haying season and with the summer birth of a young animal. Be reunited with Billy as he builds a new and unexpected friendship. Meet Gus, and curl up with memories cultivated through life. As their friendship grows, the two pre-teens help one another cope with the trials and tribulations of their young lives. The harmony between Billy’s grandparents, Vera and Earl, provides a strong foundation of love, wisdom, and acceptance. Join the characters for another summer adventure on the farm.

You're invited to Christmas in Spruce Valley! Reunite with Billy and Gus, now fifteen years old, as they build birdfeeders, sew oven mitts, and sing Christmas carols on a sleigh ride through the snow. Join the characters you've grown to love for an unforgettable Christmas Eve, complete with angels, shepherds and animals from the farm. Chickadees at Christmas captures the warmth and atmosphere of Christmas in the country.

Mourning Dove draws the reader into the story of Billy's adventures on his grandparents' farm. In the summer following the painful loss of his father, Billy's raw emotions are captured through his thoughts and actions. The characters are very believable and the situation extraordinarily tender. As the characters shed tears mingled with laughter, the reader feels both hope and joy. A heart-warming story for young and old alike!

Come to Spruce Valley Fall Fair! Country life always involves a fall fair, and you can expect nothing less in Carolyn’s third book. Join the characters in each of the seasons: winter winds, spring miracles, summer banter, and the Spruce Valley Fall Fair. New memories are captured as friendships grow and new relationships develop. Pine Warbler is an exceptional companion for Mourning Dove and Barn Swallows.