Smart, fun, relatable contemporary women’s fiction, plus a new, non-fiction Scriptural field guide series.


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  • Clarice James is that smart, hilarious, authentic, sometimes ironic friend you always want to be around, and her writing is all that and more. Party of One had me at hello, and I immediately felt I was part of the dinner crowd at Cranberry Fare. It's the kind of book you hate to start because you know, at some point, it will end. Funny. Poignant. Real. And smart--did I mention smart? You'll want to form a book club just to discuss this book. Invite me when you do. We'll have dinner!"review for Party of One
  • Party of One is a celebration. Of life and love. Humor and heart. Faith, family, and friends. Clarice James serves up authentic, captivating characters I want as friends. I smiled, chuckled, and laughed out loud. And even cheered. RSVP Yes! to this party. You won't regret it.review for Party of One
  • Party of One is an inspiring, humorous, heartwarming, and cleverly crafted story of friendship, reinvention, and hope. Brimming with wit and a hilarious cast of enjoyable, unconventional characters, Clarice G. James brings us a fun-filled novel that affirms the ability of God to comfort us in dark times while gently illuminating a new path that will help restore our happiness and lead us closer to Him. One of the few authors who can make me laugh out loud!review for Party of One
  • "If you're looking for a heartwarming read with the literary power to make you laugh out loud on one page and grow teary-eyed on another, you'll enjoy Party of One by Clarice G. James. The author's sense of humor often kept me in stitches. Yet, she blends those skills with her ability to bring to life the experiences of widowhood, adjusting to spousal loss and the single life again, and the challenges of moving outside one's usual social circles to begin a second chapter in life. The author's descriptions of the many varied characters who people this modern-day novel, paint word pictures that bring the characters and the story to life. I highly recommend this cozy, hopeful, and inspirational tale.review for Party of One
  • Once again, Clarice James brings together wit, wisdom, and a winning tale in Party of One, a heartwarming story of grief reaching beyond self to bring comfort and joy to a group of lonely and sometimes unlikeable strangers. You'll be tempted to start your own "party of one" after reading this rewarding novel!review for Party of One
  • Clarice James skillfully navigates the complex worlds of acting, Jewish circumcision, and colorful relationships, with a bit of jewel thievery thrown in ... all with delicious wit and humor. Well crafted, well researched, Manhattan Grace serves up a feast that is sure to entertain.review for Manhattan Grace
  • Clarice James is a talented writer who creates likable and interesting characters and places them in settings where you want to stay a while. I stayed a while in Manhattan Grace (great title) and enjoyed not only the story and the people but was frankly in awe of James' control of language and craft. Great book! Great writer!review for Manhattan Grace
  • Manhattan Grace is a delightfully fun and clever read, weaving an engaging story intertwining the lives of an aspiring actress, a mohel, and a thief. The plot grabs the reader from the very beginning and through those three lives ends in a series of twists and turns that brought a smile to my face and a tear to my eyes. Manhattan Grace is a win!review for Manhattan Grace
  • God is constantly working behind the scenes, refining us, in order to transform us to be more like His graceful and grace-filled image. Unmerited favor was a consistent theme throughout Manhattan Grace. A must read for anyone who wants to recount the times God has orchestrated the delicate details of their life together for good, and for His glory.review for Manhattan Grace