Augusta Goodnight dispenses her no-nonsense advice along with the Yuletide wassail when she comes to the aid of Lucy Nan Pilgrim and the Thursday Morning Literary Society (which now meets on Monday afternoons).


"Ballard writes with great warmth and sassy humor." ...Publisher's Weekly

"Dear Mignon, I recently had open heart surgery and have quite a long recuperation to go through. I am also dealing with the loss of both of my parents within the last year. I love to read and found your "Angel" books at my library. They have been so much fun to read and have greatly helped me get thru this rough time. Thanks for creating such an fun and loving character as Augusta. The gentle humor in your books helps me forget my troubles! I will continue to read all your books. Sincerely…"Reader... K W

"Hi Mignon! Just a note to tell you that as one of your faithful readers & fans, I am VERY ready for a new Augusta Goodnight book! She's such a delightful character - the guardian angel we all wish we had. ^-^ Oops - just saw on your website that there will be a new book this coming fall. That's too long to wait as far as I'm concerned but I'm willing to be patient, knowing that the wait will be well worth it. Anyway, thanks again for such wonderful, interesting & fun series of books! Sincerely…" Reader... J W W

"Thank you so much for the Augusta Goodnight series. I am editor of our church newsletter and every month I try to include a book recommendation. That is not easy, considering the type of books being written right now! Why do most authors think they must include filthy language, gratuitous sex or blood and gore to hold an audience? Your books are a delight and I was please to be able to recommend this series to my readers. Keep them coming…" Reader... G W