Publishers Weekly Bestselling Author
Heidi McCahan
Heidi writes sweet small-town inspirational romance filled with faith, hope, and happy endings. Her new Welcome to Redemption, Alaska series invites readers into a rugged coastal town where second chances and a close-knit community are always part of the story. The first book in the series, The Other Side of Goodbye, introduces Redemption’s small-town charm, breathtaking Alaskan beauty, and flawed, relatable characters who discover that love often appears when they least expect it.
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Heidi McCahan
Bestselling Inspirational romance Author
Heidi's Story
Heidi began dreaming up stories as a little girl. Now she’s a bestselling author who writes uplifting romance novels set in small towns. A perfect day for Heidi includes a cup of good coffee, dark chocolate, and reading stories with happy endings. She’s originally from Alaska, but currently lives in North Carolina with her handsome husband, three amazing boys, and the world’s greatest Goldendoodle.
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Small-Town Romance Books Coming Soon
The Long Way Back to You
Sometimes the life you’re meant to live is the one you left behind.
Coming March 10, 2026 | Preorder here
The Last Mile Between Us
The Echo of Her Heart
Book 4 in the series arrives September 2026. Cover reveal coming soon!
Upcoming Events
January 2026
Podcast Interview
Spotify | Apple
The Christian Romance Podcast
In this episode, Kelly chats with Heidi McCahan about her new book A Winter of Sweet Secrets, a Christian romance set in Alaska, and writing through seasons of uncertainty—and how God’s timing, even when confusing, is always right. Heidi opens up about her Alaskan childhood, the ministry impact of her family’s roadside café, and the publishing whirlwind that led her to sign nine book contracts in a single week. From the heart behind A Winter of Sweet Secrets to the behind-the-scenes reality of writing for both Love Inspired and Sunrise Publishing, Heidi shares candid insights, encouragement for aspiring authors, and powerful reminders about trusting God’s plan even when it’s not on our preferred schedule.
January 2026
Podcast Interview
Spotify | Apple
Faith and Fables Episode 129
Small-town Alaskan romance and redemption is the perfect way to immerse yourself in winter! In this episode, we chat with author Heidi McCahan about her new book The Other Side of Goodbye. We’ll talk about what writing this story looked like for her, how her personal grief influenced the characters, and how to still find redemption even in the hard.
February 10, 2026
Early E-Book Release
Sunrise Publishing Shop
The Long Way Back to You Early Release
A story about second chances, buried secrets, and the courage to come home.
“I loved this book! From a great setting to realistic characters, from their heartbreak to falling in love, this novel has it all. Romance, suspense, tragedy, and laughter. And so much pie!”
-Natalie, Goodreads Review
“This was a really nice start to what looks like a promising new series. I really enjoyed the setting, Redemption Alaska, and all the characters. The author did a great job with making me feel like I was really in Alaska, really seeing the beauty of the town.”
-Megan, Goodreads Review
Heidi McCahan
Bestselling inspirational romance author. Coffee lover. Wife. Voracious reader. Boy mom.
