Southern by Design

In this enchanting debut novel, Magnolia "Mack" Bishop faces the challenges of single motherhood and the fallout from her husband's betrayal while pursuing her dream of securing Charleston's coveted Historic Preservation Design Fellowship. When a series of mishaps jeopardizes her chances, she finds herself navigating her controlling mother’s interference and a surprise reunion with her long-lost summer romance, Lincoln Kelly. As Mack seeks to carve out her own path in home renovation, this story blends humor and heart, reminiscent of beloved Southern women’s fiction, and offers inspiration for readers about second chances and personal triumphs. Book club discussions are included!