MORGAN LOCKHART
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September 23, 2025 in the US
November 6th in the UK​
Praise for A Spell for Midwinter's Heart
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“Sparkling with festive spirit and sizzling chemistry, A Spell for Midwinter’s Heart is an enchanting, heartfelt tale of rekindled magic and second-chance love—perfect for a snowy winter’s night.”
—Auralee Wallace, national bestselling author of In the Company of Witches
“A Spell for Midwinter’s Heart is a must-read for anyone who wants to snuggle up with a romance this winter. With a hint of magic and a whole lot of charm, Lockhart weaves a story that will make you want to embrace all the enchantment and possibility of the season. Best read with a cup of hot cocoa and a cozy blanket!” —Stacy Sivinski, national bestselling author of The Crescent Moon Tearoom
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“A magical delight of a debut. A Spell for Midwinter’s Heart is brimming with cozy magic and yuletide charm. Morgan Lockhart’s writing is yuletide soul food for my little witchy heart!” —Jenny Bayliss, author of A December to Remember
Morgan is a veteran video game writer and author. Having spent almost twenty years filling digital worlds with stories, she has had the fortune of being involved in many blockbuster and critically acclaimed video games. Her work has been recognized with wins and nominations from GLAAD, BAFTA, WGA, the Game Awards, and more.
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Alongside her professional work in games, she has published numerous science fiction, fantasy, and horror short stories and her debut novel, A Spell for Midwinter's Heart, is coming Fall 2025 from Dutton, an imprint of Penguin Random House.
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In all forms, her work explores the messy business of being human with wit, whimsy, wonder, and a touch of the weird.​
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She is represented by Aurora Fernandez at Trident Media Group.
Latest Updates
February 3, 2025
Pre-orders of all editions of A Spell for Midwinter's Heart are available at all major retailers, as well as your local indies! Either check in with your indie, or explore major retailers here:
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https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/797598/a-spell-for-midwinters-heart-by-morgan-lockhart/
