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If you’re hanging on to summer, make sure to grab a copy of THE SECRET TO SOUTHERN CHARM , one of Southern Living‘s best beach reads, to slip in your tote.

More Info about The Secret to Southern Charm

-A 2018 Spring Okra Pick
-USA TODAY Happy Ever After’s Best Women’s Fiction
-Southern Living’s Most Anticipated Beach Reads of 2018
-Deep South Magazine’s Summer Reading List
-Raleigh News & Observer’s “The Best Reads of Summer”
-Charlotte Observer’s “Summer’s Best Books”
-New York Live’s “Ashley’s A-List” Pick

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Leaving fans “practically [begging] for a sequel” (Bookpage), critically acclaimed author Kristy Woodson Harvey returns with the second novel in her beloved Peachtree Bluff series, featuring a trio of sisters and their mother who discover a truth that will change not only the way they see themselves, but also how they fit together as a family.

After finding out her military husband is missing in action, middle sister Sloane’s world crumbles as her worst nightmare comes true. She can barely climb out of bed, much less summon the strength to be the parent her children deserve.

Her mother, Ansley, provides a much-needed respite as she puts her personal life on hold to help Sloane and her grandchildren wade through their new grief-stricken lives. But between caring for her own aging mother, her daughters, and her grandchildren, Ansley’s private worry is that secrets from her past will come to light.

But when Sloane’s sisters, Caroline and Emerson, remind Sloane that no matter what, she promised her husband she would carry on for their young sons, Sloane finds the support and courage she needs to chase her biggest dreams—and face her deepest fears. Taking a cue from her middle daughter, Ansley takes her own leap of faith and realizes that, after all this time, she might finally be able to have it all.

Harvey’s signature warmth and wit make this a charming and poignant story of first loves, missed opportunities, and second chances and proves that she is “the next major voice in Southern fiction” (Elin Hilderbrand, New York Times bestselling author).

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Tour a Riverside Home Designed by APD Architects

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Oversized Pendants Make a Statement in Seven Kitchens

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Oscar Riera Ojeda’s HOUSES BY THE SHORE

Tour 35 Spectacular Houses in this Beautiful Newly Released Book!

How to Host: A Calm and Chic Spa Party at Home

Mood Lifting, Outfit Making Shoes

Thanks so much for making Design Chic a part of your day! We always love seeing you here!

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THE SOUTHERN SIDE OF PARADISE, book 3 of my Peachtree Bluff series, is available for pre-order now from your local bookstore, Indiebound, Amazon and Barnes & Noble. And I’ll be donating 100% of the preorder profits to Hurricane Florence victims, via United Way, between now and October 19!

And if you haven’t read, The Secret to Southern Charm, Book #2 in the PEACHTREE BLUFF SERIES, now is the perfect time to pick up you copy!

FOR MORE INSPIRATION VISIT OUR INSTAGRAM AND PINTEREST AND OUR TOP TEN POSTS OF 2017 HERE!

Things We Love: Stylish Sitting Areas

bedroom sitting area — Beth Webb Interiors

There is nothing that makes you appreciate your home quite like leaving it. We moved out of our house for post-Hurricane Florence repairs a few weeks ago, and I’m already dreaming of moving back in. It’s about fifty percent gutted at the moment, but that’s progress…

sitting area — Alexa Hampton via Dering Hall

One of my favorite parts of our 1903 house has always been the huge window seat in the bay window of our master bedroom.

sitting area bedroom — Hamptons Cottages & Gardens

It is one of the sunniest spots in the house and has the best view–and was one of the first things to be torn out after the storm. Despite our intricate boarding up process, the wind and water won.

bedroom with chaise — Isabel López-Quesada Design via Architectural Digest

Now that the window seat is gone, we realize how huge that space really is. And, as much as I love my window seat, I’m starting to question whether it’s wise to build it back.

This isn’t the first hurricane we’ve been through and it certainly won’t be the last–which makes the idea of a cozy master sitting area to replace the window seats very appealing.

We love the idea of having a sweet little space for morning coffee and late-night chats.

And there’s something luxurious about comfy, cushy upholstered items right in your master bedroom.

A pair of chairs with a table between them would fit nicely.

As would a love seat or, my personal favorite, a chic chaise. (Is there a limit to how many chaises you can have in a house before it starts to become overkill?)

But, then again, I could always rebuild those window seats…

What do you think? Are you a fan of sitting rooms in the bedroom?

Thanks so much for making Design Chic a part of your day! We always love seeing you here!

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And if you haven’t read, The Secret to Southern Charm, Book #2 in the PEACHTREE BLUFF SERIES, now is the perfect time to pick up you copy!

House Tour: Storybook Farmhouse

Some homes simply require that you stop and take notice. This Buck County house and garden, complete with its stone facade and charming gate, is one of those enviable spots. And its storybook exterior is only the beginning.

This gorgeous light-filled living room beckons anyone who enters to stay awhile. A glass-top table combines perfectly with beautiful upholstery for a cozy feeling.

And nothing could make for a cozier living room than a crackling fire and a little corner chair.

We love a sofa table for creating the feeling of distinction between rooms in an open floor plan. A pair of lamps lights the space perfectly.

We’ve always been throw rug people, but more and more, bare wood floors seems to appeal to us. They contrast beautifully with light furnishings and make everything feel fresh and clean.

Displaying the work of a fabulous artist is one of the chief jobs of a great piece of furniture. And it’s all the better when the chest could be art as well!

The wood cabinets in this kitchen contribute to that country farmhouse feel.

A canopy is one of our favorite ways to add luxury and glamour to a bedroom.

That pale blue is the perfect, soothing paint color and those wide-plank floors are perfection!

A chaise in a bedroom would be our favorite spot for lounging.

There’s nowhere in the house that we love more than porches and patios. Entertaining would be a snap on this amazing slate patio.

A charming, well-manicured garden is great for whiling away an afternoon and some good, hard thinking time.

The view of the garden from this sunny spot is just perfect! So relaxing! We hope your Wednesday is the same!

Source: M. Frederick Interiors

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In Other News…

I also wanted to share with you that my new novel, THE SOUTHERN SIDE OF PARADISE, is available for pre-order now from your local bookstore, Indiebound, Amazon and Barnes & Noble (Only in hardback and paperback so far. E-books to come!)–and, this week, it’s for a great cause!

Let’s Help Hurricane Florence Victims Together!

From Saturday, October 12-October 19 I will be donating 100% of the profits from the pre-order of THE SOUTHERN SIDE OF PARADISE to United Way of Coastal Carolina and Lenoir/Greene County, specifically for Hurricane Florence relief. Many of you know that Eastern NC was hard hit by Hurricane Florence–and Hurricane Michael on its tail was another major setback. While we are beginning to repair there will be months and months of clean up and rebuilding to come. Thousands lost their homes and shelters are still filled weeks after the storm. There is so much to be done!

And Be Automatically Entered in the Peachtree Bluff Takeover Giveaway!

AND, next June (exact date TBA) Peachtree Bluff will be “taking over” Beaufort, NC, the town on which it was based. Every single person who preorders between now now and will be registered to win:

*Two tickets to the Peachtree Bluff Town Takeover and Tour–on Beaufort’s signature double decker red buses!

*Two tickets to the farm-to-table dinner and launch party under the stars at the Beaufort Historic Site

*Two nights lodging in Beaufort, NC

Just send an email with proof of purchase to [email protected] to enter!

Here’s What’s Next from the Murphy Women:

From internationally bestselling author and “rising star of Southern fiction” (Mary Alice Monroe, New York Times bestselling author) Kristy Woodson Harvey comes the third novel in her Peachtree Bluff series, in which a secret threatens the tight-knit bond between a trio of sisters and their mother.

With the man of her dreams back in her life and all three of her daughters happy, Ansley Murphy should be content. But she can’t help but feel like it’s all a little too good to be true.

Meanwhile, youngest daughter and actress Emerson, who is recently engaged and has just landed the role of a lifetime, seemingly has the world by the tail. Only, something she can’t quite put her finger on is worrying her—and it has nothing to do with her recent health scare.

When two new women arrive in Peachtree Bluff—one who has the potential to wreck Ansley’s happiness and one who could tear Emerson’s world apart—everything is put in perspective. And after secrets that were never meant to be told come to light, the powerful bond between the Murphy sisters and their mother comes crumbling down, testing their devotion to each other and forcing them to evaluate the meaning of family.

With Kristy Woodson Harvey’s signature charm, wit, and heart, The Southern Side of Paradise is another masterful Peachtree Bluff novel that proves she is a “Southern writer with staying power” (Booklist).

Preorder from your local bookstore or Indiebound!

Preorder from Amazon

Preorder from Barnes & Noble

Donate to the efforts!

United Way of Carteret County

United Way of Greene/Lenoir County

Red Cross

FOR MORE INSPIRATION VISIT OUR INSTAGRAM AND PINTEREST AND OUR TOP TEN POSTS OF 2017 HERE!

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In Good Taste: Amy Vermillion Interiors

A dog on the couch is always a good start, isn’t it?

Just like a beautiful view,

And a rustic beam.

Certain touches always signal great things to come.

And, in the case of Amy Vermillion Interiors, the instinct is spot-on: There’s nothing but good taste as far as the eye can see.

And it’s no wonder, really… Amy is a good Southern girl!

Based in Charlotte, NC, this talented designer has an eye for detail and a keen understanding of balance and scale that makes all her projects feel instantly inviting.

Whether she is remodeling the heart of the home,

Or creating a moment out of a tiny vignette, not a single detail is overlooked.

As we all know, sometimes it’s the little things–like these gorgeous lucite and brass pulls–that take a room from good to great.

Whether she is creating a stylish bathroom retreat,

A drool-worthy private jet,

Or a quintessential Southern porch perfect for lemonade sipping and storytelling,

Amy leaves an indelible mark on the spaces she curates and turns a house into a home.

What’s your favorite Amy Vermillion space?

Thanks so much for making Design Chic a part of your day! We always love seeing you here!

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In Other News…

Let’s Help Hurricane Florence Victims Together!

And Be Automatically Entered in the Peachtree Bluff Takeover Giveaway!

*Two tickets to the Peachtree Bluff Town Takeover and Tour–on Beaufort’s signature double decker red buses!

*Two tickets to the farm-to-table dinner and launch party under the stars at the Beaufort Historic Site

*Two nights lodging in Beaufort, NC

Just send an email with proof of purchase to [email protected] to enter!

Here’s What’s Next from the Murphy Women:

With the man of her dreams back in her life and all three of her daughters happy, Ansley Murphy should be content. But she can’t help but feel like it’s all a little too good to be true.

Preorder from your local bookstore or Indiebound!

Preorder from Amazon

Preorder from Barnes & Noble

Donate to the efforts!

United Way of Carteret County

United Way of Greene/Lenoir County

Red Cross

FOR MORE INSPIRATION VISIT OUR INSTAGRAM AND PINTEREST AND OUR TOP TEN POSTS OF 2017 HERE!

The Ultimate Escape in North Palm Beach

Susan Lovell Interior Design, Photography by Eric Piasecki

Good morning, chic friends! I just got back from an awesome weekend in Chicago with the members of my Tall Poppy Writers group, and we had the best time! I haven’t been to Chicago since I was little (even though I’ve been to its beautiful suburbs on book tour), and it is such an amazing city!

It was, however, a bit of a shock to my system to leave 87 degree Beaufort and land in freezing Chicago.

My wake-up call this morning, (By an actual live human being, not a recorder… I know!) said, “Good morning, Mrs. Harvey. The current temperature is thirty-eight degrees.”

Here’s a tip: If you ever have to get me out of bed at 5:30 am, do not lead with the fact that it’s 38 degrees.

Needless to say, I was glad to get back to my eighties. I love the change of seasons. I really do.

But, well, the cold weather over the weekend has me thinking about one special place: Florida.

(Don’t tell my husband. It will make him nervous. I will honestly move at the drop of a hat. Probably because I always want to redecorate.)

Anyway, I am a North Carolina girl through and through, but Florida certainly has its charms.

And if I were going to pick a favorite town in Florida, it would have to be Palm Beach.

This gorgeous house makes an excellent case as to why. All that amazing architecture.

Enviable interiors that are elegant and chic.

And, oh yeah, the outdoors aren’t bad either.

As with most of the best things in life, it’s the details that make this house so incomparable. A very special reading lamp,

A pretty pop of color on the porch,

But maybe best of all, a 60-year-old Banyan tree.

As we well know, the best things in life are free, but this stunning home by Suzanne Lovell Interior Design, with photography Eric Piasecki, might be a pretty close second!

In Other News…

Finally, after all this time, I am beyond thrilled to announce that the third series in the Peachtree Bluff Series, THE SOUTHERN SIDE OF PARADISE will be released into the world on…

May 7, 2019!

I am beyond excited and have been so flattered and overwhelmed with all of your sweet emails and messages asking when you are going to get more of the Murphy girls. And, y’all, I can’t express to you how excited I am to release the LAST installment of The Peachtree Bluff Series into the world. My first series has been a privilege and a joy, and I have YOU to thank for that!

I also wanted to share with you that THE SOUTHERN SIDE OF PARADISE is available for pre-order now from your local bookstore, Indiebound, Amazon and Barnes & Noble (Only in hardback and paperback so far. E-books to come!)–and, this week, it’s for a great cause!

Let’s Help Hurricane Florence Victims Together!

And Be Automatically Entered in the Peachtree Bluff Takeover Giveaway!

*Two tickets to the Peachtree Bluff Town Takeover and Tour–on Beaufort’s signature double decker red buses!

*Two tickets to the farm-to-table dinner and launch party under the stars at the Beaufort Historic Site

*Two nights lodging in Beaufort, NC

Just send an email with proof of purchase to [email protected] to enter!

Here’s What’s Next from the Murphy Women:

With the man of her dreams back in her life and all three of her daughters happy, Ansley Murphy should be content. But she can’t help but feel like it’s all a little too good to be true.

Preorder from your local bookstore or Indiebound!

Preorder from Amazon

Preorder from Barnes & Noble

Donate to the efforts!

United Way of Carteret County

United Way of Greene/Lenoir County

Red Cross

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