A charming new series for fans of cozy fiction, fresh starts, and fictional towns you wish were real.

Welcome to McIntosh was a #1 New Release in Amazon Feel-Good Fiction and landed #16 on the Feel-Good Fiction Bestseller List!

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Welcome to McIntosh!

McIntosh, Virginia isn’t real—but it should be.
It’s a place filled with friendship and fresh starts. Where life moves a little slower, the library holds more than just books, and every season brings a new story. I’m so glad you’re here.

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Welcome to McIntosh, a charming small town where the scent of lemon bars mingles with community spirit, and every corner holds a story waiting to bloom. When Jane O’Riley returns home to become the youngest head librarian in town history, she dreams of transforming the McIntosh Library into a vibrant hub of stories, coffee, and connection. But whispers of redevelopment threaten to erase its legacy forever.

With the help of her spirited grandmother Peg, the newly formed Apron & Ink Society, and a cast of quirky, determined townsfolk, Jane rallies to save the library at the heart of it all. From bake-offs and parades to glittering cabaret nights, McIntosh comes alive in a celebration of memory, resilience, and the quiet courage of community.

Caught between two swoon-worthy suitors—Will, her high school love with a heart full of history, and Charles, the newcomer whose steady presence feels like a promise—Jane must navigate the tangled threads of love, legacy, and belonging. Heartwarming, humorous, and brimming with small-town charm, Welcome to McIntosh is the first novel in the McIntosh Series—a cozy celebration of second chances, kindred spirits, and the stories that root us.

Includes original recipes inspired by the story.

A blue-and-white teacup and open book rest on a sunlit garden table surrounded by blooming hydrangeas—inviting readers to begin the story of McIntosh.

Start the Series

Take your first step into the world of McIntosh with a sneak peek at the book that started it all.

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A hand-drawn logo for The Apron & Ink Society features books, aprons, and florals—representing a cozy reader circle of recipes, extras, and behind-the-scenes peeks from author Jennifer Martin.

Apron & Ink Society

Join our cozy reader circle for seasonal recipes, character extras, and sneak peeks from the author’s desk—delivered with love (and sometimes lemon bars).

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A collage of nine illustrated characters from Welcome to McIntosh, showcasing a warm and diverse small-town community with neighbors of all ages and backgrounds.

Meet the Characters

Get to know the people of McIntosh—like Jane, a determined young librarian; Peg, her spirited grandmother; and the neighbors, knitters, and hopeful hearts who make this small town unforgettable.

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Get seasonal notes, reader-only treats, cozy behind-the-scenes extras, and a few sweet surprises from Jennifer—including an exclusive prequel novella introducing Jane and Mrs. Blake!

Ready to visit McIntosh?

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McIntosh, Virginia isn’t real—but it should be.
It’s a place filled with friendship and fresh starts. Where life moves a little slower, the library holds more than just books, and every season brings a new story. Get your copy today.

Available now wherever books are sold.

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hello, i’m jennifer!

I’m so happy you’re here!

I’m Jennifer — an author, lifelong celebrator, and believer in the beauty of savoring small moments and second chances. Whether I’m setting a table, baking something sweet, or writing from the heart, I believe in the beauty of slowing down and savoring life’s little joys.

Welcome to McIntosh is my debut novel—and the start of a dream come true. It’s a love letter to small towns, second chances, and the kind of fictional world you wish were real (with a few pickles and parakeets thrown in for good measure).

When I’m not writing, you’ll find me creating seasonal tablescapes, filming creative workshops, or sharing sweet moments on Instagram as @jen_carroll_martin.

If you’re a fan of cozy fiction, vintage linens, or stories that leave you smiling—you’re in the right place.

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What readers are saying

  • “It’s funny, intriguing, and feels like home.”

    — Sara S.

  • “A warm, feel-good story that calls to mind the gentle charm of James Herriot’s All Creatures Great and Small.”

    — Darien Rozell, Pantry Hill

  • “The kind of small town you wish really existed… with engaging characters and a story that keeps the pages turning.”

    —Mary McCachern, Home is Where the Boat Is

  • “…reads like the script of a show you immediately want to binge—witty, warm, and alive.”

    — Elle Powers, Author of Angel of Eventide and I Am Mr. Poe
Thank you for visiting McIntosh. I hope it finds a home in your heart, just as it has in mine. The door is always open, and the kettle is always on—please come back soon.