Love quilts? Love books? Check out the Quilts of Love!
Every quilt has a story
Abingdon Press’ Quilts of Love
series
combines love of reading with love of quilting
Abingdon Press has created a line of books that not only appeals to a wide variety of
fiction readers, but is sure to catch the interest of quilters around the
world. Each novel in the 25-book series is written by a different author and offers a completely unique story,
setting and cast of characters. The books do not need to be read in order and
can be enjoyed individually.
The idea behind the series (launched fall 2012) is
that quilts tell stories of love and loss, hope and faith, tradition and new
beginnings. The Quilts of Love series focuses on the women who quilted all of
these things into their family history. Featuring contemporary and historical
romances, as well as Amish fiction, women’s fiction and the occasional light
mystery, readers are drawn into the endearing characters and touched by their
stories. A new book will be released each month through January 2015.
“The Quilts of Love series was born out of a love for
storytelling, whether that happens through the pages of a book or the stitches
on a quilt,” explains Cat Hoort, marketing and publicity manager for Abingdon
Fiction. “For more than 30 million active quilters in the U.S., stitches, like
words, frame their family heritage, share a romantic tale, celebrate the
achievements of a growing family or present a journey of overcoming odds. Our
series uniquely captures those stories — their stories — and gives a face to
the vast number of storytellers, both writers and quilters, whose work can be
enjoyed by anyone with a creative spirit.”
Some of the authors are also avid quilters such as
Cathy Elliott (A Stitch in Crime, available January 2015) and Lisa Carter
(Aloha Rose). “One Quilts of Love
reader I met recently has read every book in the series. As a quilter myself, I
look forward each month to the new release too. I'm excited for the chance to
connect with other quilt-book lovers,” explains Carter.
Authors contributing to the series include debut
novelists, such as Emily Wierenga (A
Promise in Pieces) and Cindy Loven (co-author of Swept Away), as well as veteran award-winners and best-sellers, such
as Loree Lough (For Love of Eli), who
has written more than 100 books, and RT (Romantic Times) Reviewer’s Choice
Award winner Robin Caroll (Hidden In the
Stars). Author Vannetta Chapman (The
Christmas Quilt) is no stranger to books centered around quilts — in addition
to her Quilts of Love contribution, she’s also written an entire mystery series
set in a quilt shop.
Quilts aren’t just a part of each book’s story. A
special tradition the authors have instituted with each release is the donation
of a quilt to their chosen charity or individual in need. Quilt recipients have
included an orphanage in Africa, a cancer center and a shelter for young
mothers.
Readers can keep up with the authors and the series
via social media and the series’ website. The Quilts of Love blog features chapter
excerpts, special features from each book, weekly Guess the Quilt Pattern
contests with giveaways and interviews with the authors.
Keep up with the Quilts of Love series
online at:
Each quarter the
authors of the latest releases interact with readers during a live author chat
hosted on Facebook. Follow the Quilts of
Love Facebook page for details on
upcoming events.
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