Audra Jennings

Quarterly chat gives readers the opportunity to connect with authors and fans of the series   Each quarter the authors of the latest installments in Abingdon Press’ popular Quilts of Love series join readers on Facebook to chat about their new releases, providing fans with the opportunity to become more connected with both the Quilts of Love brand and the authors themselves. On June 17 at 8:00 PM EDT, Emily Wierenga , Tara Randel and Loree Lough will host the Quilting Bee-themed evening . The live online event will center on an interactive chat between the authors and readers, allowing participants from around the country (and the world) to participate in one large book club. The authors will share the inspiration behind their stories and ask discussion questions surrounding the themes of each book. Chat participants will be eligible for prizes, including copies of books from the series and gift cards, to be given away at the end of the hour. The winner of the ...

An interview with Emily T. Wierenga, Author of A Promise in Pieces   God has a way of piecing together His promises in ways we would never expect. In her debut novel, A Promise in Pieces (Quilts of Love series from Abingdon Press/April 15, 2014/ISBN: 9781426758850/$13.99), Emily T. Wierenga presents the story of two women who met under the worst of circumstances but were able to turn their grief into healing for those they came into contact with. Q: Most authors draw inspiration in some form from an event or person in their own life. What personal connection do you have with A Promise in Pieces ? I connect with the main character, Clara, who is a very broken person. She’s a pastor’s daughter, like me, who’s disillusioned about religion and desperate to encounter God for herself. As I wrote in my memoir, which is coming out this coming summer, I needed to get away from home in order to realize God had been there the whole time. My relationship with God was also resto...

The latest Quilts of Love release, A Promise in Pieces by Emily Wierenga  is receiving glowing reviews. Emily is celebrating the release of her debut novel with a "Women Helping Women" shopping spree giveaway.   One winner will receive: $200 to spend at Emily's favorite shops, Noonday Collection & Vibella (Click through to learn more about how these companies exist to make a difference in the lives of women!) A Promise in Pieces  by Emily Wierenga A Stitch and a Prayer  by Eva Gibson Rival Hearts by Tara Randel Enter today by clicking one of the icons below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on May 10th. Winner will be announced on the Quilts of Love blog  on May 12th. Then be sure to stop by the Quilts of Love Facebook page on May 29th for the "Quilting Bee" Facebook party with Emily and other Quilts of Love authors. RSVP for an evening of book chat, quilting tips & tricks, prizes, and more! Spread the word—t ell your friends ...

  God mends the most broken of hearts Emily T. Wierenga’s A Promise in Pieces reveals how love conquers loss God has a way of piecing together His promises in ways we would never expect. In her debut novel, A Promise in Pieces (Quilts of Love series from Abingdon Press/ April 15, 2014/ISBN: 9781426758850/$13.99), Emily T. Wierenga presents the story of two women who met under the worst of circumstances but were able to turn their grief into healing for those they came into contact with. After nursing school, Clara Wilson feels the call of freedom pull her away from both her small town and the watchful eye of her strict parents. In the midst of World War II, Clara and her best friend, Eva, see the hurt in the eyes of those who have already lost loved ones in the war. Hoping to save the lives of more soldiers, the two join the Army Nurse Corps and soon find themselves in Normandy. Once the war is over, Clara must fulfill a dying soldier’s last wish: convey his love ...