When a career-focused New Yorker accidentally ends up in Chicago during the holiday season, he finds himself unexpectedly enchanted by the city—and a local artist who helps him rediscover the meaning of home.
Type:
Feature
Status:
For sale
Page Count:
94pp
Genre:
Comedy, Romance
Budget:
Independent
Age Rating:
13+
Copyright Details:
WGA-East
Synopsis/Details
Jack Whitman, a workaholic New York attorney, lives for the hustle of the big city and the meticulously planned career path he’s always followed. But when a travel mishap lands him in Chicago during the holiday season, his tightly controlled world is thrown into disarray. Lost in the chaos of a snowstorm and without a clear way home, Jack encounters Emma, a free-spirited artist with a deep love for her city. Drawn to her warmth and her creative spirit, Jack lets Emma show him a side of life he’s never known—one filled with Chicago’s unique traditions, cozy winter festivals, and the quiet magic of community. As Jack adjusts to the slower pace and immerses himself in Emma’s world, he starts to question the life he left behind. The skyscrapers of New York and the allure of success seem to fade as he realizes how much he values Emma and the sense of belonging she brings him. But with Christmas approaching and his career calling him back, Jack faces a life-altering decision: return to the world he’s always known or take a leap of faith for love and a future he never expected. A heartwarming tale of self-discovery, love, and the magic of unexpected detours, Home for the Holidays captures the essence of finding where you truly belong.

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Submitted: 2024-Nov-15
Last Updated: 2025-Jul-29
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The Writer: Gary Rose

I’m an optioned screenwriter who, in a previous life, served as a police detective, mastering the delicate art of negotiating hostage situations. Retirement led me down a different path—teaching and writing—a journey that began with my first non-fiction book, which became an Amazon best-seller. That success ignited my passion for storytelling and introduced the world to my indomitable protagonist, FBI agent Jeannie Loomis. Believing that the ends justify the means, Jeannie has become the heart of a gripping 16-novel thriller series. My historical fiction script The Beautiful Beast was selected as a quarter-finalist in the 2025 PAGE competition. The Phantom Train script was selected in 2024… Go to bio
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