And if you’re looking for the perfect hostess gifts, teacher gifts or something fun for that hard-to-buy-for sister-in-law–signed books make great gifts! I’d love for you to check outChristmas in Peachtree Bluffthe instant NYT Bestseller! And if you prefer the HARDBACK, it’s the same price as the TRADE PAPERBACK!
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Making your list and checking it twice? We’ve got you covered…
2021 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
GIFTS FOR HER
GIFTS FOR THE HOME
GIFTS OF BEAUTY
GIFTS FOR HIM
GIFTS FOR THE COOK
GIFTS FOR KIDS
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CHRISTMAS IN PEACHTREE BLUFF BOOK TOUR
ATLANTIC BEACH, NC | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2021 | 12PM
Christmas in Peachtree Bluff Luncheon with Beaufort Historic Site Coral Bay Club
1901 W Fort Macon Rd.
Atlantic Beach, NC 28512 TICKETS
ATLANTIC BEACH, NC | THURSDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2021 | 11:30AM
Crystal Coast Country Club Author Luncheon
152 Oakleaf Dr.
Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28512
PRIVATE EVENT
ATLANTIC BEACH, NC | THURSDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2021
Christmas in Peachtree Bluff Dinners at Beaufort Gro & Aqua TICKETS
BEAUFORT, NC | FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021 – SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2021 | 1:30PM
Peachtree Bluff Double-Decker Bus Tour
Leaves from 100 Block Turner Street
Beaufort North Carolina 28516
Good morning, chic readers! If you could use a little inspiration today, check out fabulous Farmdale, the home of one of our favorite designers, James Farmer in Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles. With an eye for beauty and a penchant for family tradition, Farmer’s home is the height of timeless sophistication and Southern charm. Savor every detail.
And if you’re looking to get a jump on your holiday shopping–hostess gifts, teacher gifts, something fun for that hard-to-buy-for sister-in-law–signed books make great gifts! I’d love for you to check outChristmas in Peachtree Bluffthe instant NYT Bestseller! And if you prefer the HARDBACK, it’s the same price as the TRADE PAPERBACK!
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Making your list and checking it twice? We’ve got you covered…
2021 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
GIFTS FOR HER
GIFTS FOR THE HOME
GIFTS OF BEAUTY
GIFTS FOR HIM
GIFTS FOR THE COOK
GIFTS FOR KIDS
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CHRISTMAS IN PEACHTREE BLUFF BOOK TOUR
ATLANTIC BEACH, NC | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2021 | 12PM
Christmas in Peachtree Bluff Luncheon with Beaufort Historic Site Coral Bay Club
1901 W Fort Macon Rd.
Atlantic Beach, NC 28512 TICKETS
ATLANTIC BEACH, NC | THURSDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2021 | 11:30AM
Crystal Coast Country Club Author Luncheon
152 Oakleaf Dr.
Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28512
PRIVATE EVENT
ATLANTIC BEACH, NC | THURSDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2021
Christmas in Peachtree Bluff Dinners at Beaufort Gro & Aqua TICKETS
BEAUFORT, NC | FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021 – SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2021 | 1:30PM
Peachtree Bluff Double-Decker Bus Tour
Leaves from 100 Block Turner Street
Beaufort North Carolina 28516
Few things are quite as fun as stepping through the front door of someone else’s home–especially if it’s as beautiful as this one designed by one of our favorites, James Farmer and photographed by the amazing Jeff Herr. A sense of history pervades and well-chosen interiors pop in this stunning Cashiers home full of inspiration. We hope you love it as much as we do!
We hope you’ve loved touring this home as much as we have!
Thanks so much for spending some time with Design Chic. We always love seeing you here!
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There is a LOT going on over here at Kristy Woodson Harvey World Headquarters! (i.e. me at my dining room table.) You might have heard that the 4th book in the Peachtree Bluff Series, Christmas in Peachtree Bluff, releases on October 26. But today I’m so thrilled to reveal the GORGEOUS cover for my March 29, 2022 release,The Wedding Veil! My first historical/contemporary novel–and my first hardcover–this is a true book of my heart, and deep diving into the world of Edith and Cornelia Vanderbilt, the first mistress and daughter of Biltmore Estate, kept me occupied during those first, dark days of shut down. She’s a beauty, isn’t she? Do you recognize the house in the background? If not, it’s Biltmore Estate! And the bride on the cover? Well… You’ll just have to read to find out about her!
Are you a big fan of preorders? I know I am! As an author, preorders help me make bestseller lists (Hello, New York Times, USA Today and Publisher’s Weekly!) and I am so grateful for every one! As a reader, I love knowing that I’m reading my favorite authors’ books when they are HOT off the presses! You know I like to give a little gift to my sweet friends who preorder so…
Receive your The Wedding Veil signature rose bud tea, signed book plate and an exclusive bookmark! I only have 600, so these will go quickly!
Preorder Options
Please consider your Indies first! If you have a local bookstore, they can take your preorder! (Bookshop.org link is not available yet but coming soon!) The Wedding Veil is also currently available for preorder from:
Two childhood friends discover that love—and family—can be found in unconventional ways in this timely, moving novel from the USA TODAY bestselling author of the “beautifully Southern, evocative Peachtree Bluff series” (Kristin Harmel, NYT bestselling author of The Book of Lost Names).
Recently separated Amelia Buxton, a dedicated journalist, never expected that uncovering the biggest story of her career would become deeply personal. But when she discovers that a cluster of embryos belonging to her childhood friend Parker and his late wife Greer have been deemed “abandoned,” she’s put in the unenviable position of telling Parker—and dredging up old wounds in the process.
Parker has been unable to move forward since the loss of his beloved wife three years ago. He has all but forgotten about the frozen embryos, but once Amelia reveals her discovery, he knows that if he ever wants to get a part of Greer back, he’ll need to accept his fate as a single father and find a surrogate.
Each dealing with their own private griefs, Parker and Amelia slowly begin to find solace in one another as they navigate an uncertain future against the backdrop of the pristine waters of their childhood home, Cape Carolina. The journey of self-discovery leads them to an unforgettable and life-changing lesson: Family—the one you’re born into and the one you choose—is always closer than you think.
From “the next major voice in Southern fiction” (Elin Hilderbrand, #1 New York Times bestselling author), Under the Southern Sky is a fresh and unforgettable exploration of love, friendship, and the unbreakable ties that bind.
Good morning, chic readers! If you’ve been around this week, so many thank yous for helping me celebrate the release of my seventh novel, Under the Southern Sky!
If you haven’t been here, you’re definitely going to want to check out yesterday’s house tour, which inspired the family home in this story, Dogwood. Both of these beautiful homes are designed by the uber talented James F. Farmer
Under the Southern Sky begins when Amelia, an investigative journalist, discovers that a cluster of frozen embryos belonging to her childhood friend Parker and his late wife Greer have been deemed “abandoned”–and she’s put in the unenviable position of having to tell him.
Parker and Amelia grew up as neighbors in the charming, seaside town of Cape Carolina, their houses next door to each other on the end of a gorgeous peninsula.
Amelia’s mother Elizabeth, one of the protagonists, and Parker’s mother Olivia always dreamed when they were children that they would grow up, live next door to each other and have children that grew up to get married too.
They did end up living next door to each other.
But the rest of the dream hasn’t quite panned out, despite their intensive meddling.
The home Olivia and her family live in next door to Dogwood is beautiful and charming,
The perfect blend of Southern traditional style,
And modern updates.
When I’m creating homes on the page, I always love to draw inspiration from the pages of Design Chic.
And this gorgeous James Farmer home seemed to me the perfect place for Parker to have grown up.
Cozy enough for family living,
Polished enough for entertaining in style,
And full of treasures collected from all stages of life,
This is the kind of house that truly becomes home.
From a sweet bath,
To a charming bedroom,
Every space is dripping with Farmer’s fabulous, signature style.
We love his use of color, pattern and texture to pull a room together in the exact right way,
And I know my characters Olivia and Parker would agree! Thanks to all of you who have already read or ordered Under the Southern Sky–and huge thanks to those who have visited me on tour, in real life or virtually! Your friendly faces are the absolute best part of being on the road.
If you haven’t read Under the Southern Sky yet, don’t miss the book that Country Living says is: “Perfect for: fans of beach reads, P.S. I Love You, and anything by authors Jennifer Weiner and Elin Hilderbrand. A perfect pick for book clubs or a weekend read, Under the Southern Sky follows journalist Amelia as she makes a heart-wrenching discovery that changes everything.”
Need Personalized Copies? Contact any of the bookstores I’ll be attending LIVE on tour! Or, contact Beaufort Linen Co., (252) 838-1091.
Under the Southern Sky
One of E!’s Must-Read Books for April One of Country Living’s 20 New Books You Don’t Want to Miss This Spring One of Bookstr’s 8 Most Anticipated Reads of 2021 One of Frolic’s 12 Most Anticipated Books of 2021 One of BookTrib’s Most-Anticipated Reads of 2021 One of Brit + Co’s Books You Should Read with Your BFF
Two childhood friends discover that love—and family—can be found in unconventional ways in this timely, moving novel from the USA TODAY bestselling author of the “beautifully Southern, evocative Peachtree Bluff series” (Kristin Harmel, NYT bestselling author of The Book of Lost Names).
Recently separated Amelia Buxton, a dedicated journalist, never expected that uncovering the biggest story of her career would become deeply personal. But when she discovers that a cluster of embryos belonging to her childhood friend Parker and his late wife Greer have been deemed “abandoned,” she’s put in the unenviable position of telling Parker—and dredging up old wounds in the process.
Parker has been unable to move forward since the loss of his beloved wife three years ago. He has all but forgotten about the frozen embryos, but once Amelia reveals her discovery, he knows that if he ever wants to get a part of Greer back, he’ll need to accept his fate as a single father and find a surrogate.
Each dealing with their own private griefs, Parker and Amelia slowly begin to find solace in one another as they navigate an uncertain future against the backdrop of the pristine waters of their childhood home, Cape Carolina. The journey of self-discovery leads them to an unforgettable and life-changing lesson: Family—the one you’re born into and the one you choose—is always closer than you think.
From “the next major voice in Southern fiction” (Elin Hilderbrand, #1 New York Times bestselling author), Under the Southern Sky is a fresh and unforgettable exploration of love, friendship, and the unbreakable ties that bind.
Visit Kristy On Tour! In Real Life or Virtually Coming This Week:
Good morning, chic readers! We hope your Wednesday is off to a terrific start. If not, all of that is about to change! With the days getting longer and warmer, it’s the perfect time to take a trip to a gorgeous home in Aiken, SC. Lush surroundings and even lusher interiors make this the ideal tour. James Farmer outdid himself on this one! Take a peek.
VIRTUAL Cuyahoga County Public Library, 7 pm, Bookseller, Mac’s Back’s Books on Coventry, Free & Open to the Public.
TUESDAY, APRIL 20
LIVE M Judson Booksellers Lunch & Lit, Soby’s, 207 S Main St. Greenville, SC, 12-1:30 PM, Ticketed, $40 Includes Meal and Book. Click for More Information.
VIRTUAL Browseabout Books & Lewes Public Library, 5 pm, Free & Open to the Public, Click for More Information.
VIRTUAL Warwick’s Couch Surfing Series, 7 pm EST, In Conversation with Liz Fenton & Lisa Steinke, Click for more information.
LIVE “Books and Bites” sponsored by Friends of The Mountain Branch Library, Lake Lure Inn, 2771 Memorial Hwy, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 828.625.2525, Lunch at 11:30am, Meet & Greet at 11am, Bookseller – Malaprops.
LIVE Laura Park Designs, 1033 Providence Rd, Charlotte, NC 28207; (704) 807-2630, 4 – 5:30 pm Sip & Sign, Free & Open to the Public.
LIVE (Private) Country Club of Spartanburg Luncheon, Members & Guests.
LIVE South Main Book Company, Books + Bites, 110 S Main St, Salisbury, NC 28144, 4:00pm – 6:00 pm, Personalized, Signed Books Available, Drive-Through Pick-Up Available, Free & Open to the Public. Click for More Information.
VIRTUAL Left Bank Books, 8 PM EST
FRIDAY, APRIL 23
LIVE Waiting on Martha Home, 4300 Paces Ferry Rd SE, Suite 111, Atlanta, GA 30339; 678) 293-6072, Time TBD, Free & Open to the Public.
SATURDAY, APRIL 24
VIRTUAL Foxtale Book Shop, 2 pm, Facebook, Free & Open to the Public, Register via Facebook.
SUNDAY, APRIL 25
LIVE Sip & Sign at The Book Loft, 214 Centre St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034; (904) 261-8991, 3-5 pm.
MONDAY, APRIL 26
LIVE Literary Guild of St. Simons Island, Casino Building, St. Simons Island, GA, 10:30 am, Free to Guild Members, $10 for Non-Members, Book Sales by GJ Ford Bookshop, Click for More Information.
VIRTUAL Bank Square Books, 1 pm, Free & Open to the Public.
LIVE Wine & Sign with Oxford Exchange, The Commerce Club, 420 West Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33606, 6:30 pm.
TUESDAY, APRIL 27
LIVE USC Beaufort Luncheon, 12 pm, Details TBA.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 28
VIRTUAL “Thoughts from a Page” Literary Salon, 11am CST.
LIVE Literary Luncheon to support Beaufort Historic Site, Beaufort Hotel, Beaufort, NC, 11:30 am, Tickets $40.
SATURDAY, MAY 1
LIVE “Seriously Southern Cocktail Party,” Porch Parties with Signature Cocktails and Heavy Hors d’oeuvres to Benefit Beaufort Historical Association, Beaufort Historic Site, $80 per ticket, 4:30 pm.
SUNDAY, MAY 2
LIVE (Private) National Charity League Mothers & Daughters Annual Awards Event, Camp Albemarle, Newport, NC, 4 pm.
Don’t forget, it’s never too early to preorder from your bookseller of choice!
Thanks so much for all your support of UNDER THE SOUTHERN SKY and all my books. I can’t wait to share it with you April 20!
More About Under the Southern Sky
Recently separated Amelia Buxton, a dedicated journalist, never expected that uncovering the biggest story of her career would become deeply personal. But when she discovers that a cluster of embryos belonging to her childhood friend Parker and his late wife Greer have been deemed “abandoned,” she’s put in the unenviable position of telling Parker—and dredging up old wounds in the process.
Parker has been unable to move forward since the loss of his beloved wife three years ago. He has all but forgotten about the frozen embryos, but once Amelia reveals her discovery, he knows that if he ever wants to get a part of Greer back, he’ll need to accept his fate as a single father and find a surrogate.
Each dealing with their own private griefs, Parker and Amelia slowly begin to find solace in one another as they navigate an uncertain future against the backdrop of the pristine waters of their childhood home, Buxton Beach. The journey of self-discovery leads them to an unforgettable and life-changing lesson: Family—the one you’re born into and the one you choose—is always closer than you think.
From “the next major voice in Southern fiction” (Elin Hilderbrand, #1 New York Times bestselling author), Under the Southern Sky is a fresh and unforgettable exploration of love, friendship, and the unbreakable ties that bind.
Thanks so much for making Design Chic a part of your day. We love it when you stop by!
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I am over-the-moon about my first starred review from Publishers Weekly! Can’t wait for all of you to read Under the Southern Sky on April 20! It’s available for preorder now wherever books are sold.
From PW: Harvey (Feels Like Falling) delivers a heart-wrenching tale of love and loss in this tearjerker…Harvey brings her characters to life, including Greer, whose heartbreaking journal entries reflect on scans of the embryos and imagine the family she and Parker would have. These passages are particularly wrenching, making the book’s happy ending all the more moving. Fans of women’s fiction will devour this. (Apr.)
We’d certainly love to be guests in this well-appointed room!
But, really, lemonade on the porch swing might be even better!
There are simply no words to convey the charm!!
This is the absolute perfect poolhouse and blends beautifully with the setting and main home around it. This is one we’re going to want to tour again and again!
(Three cheers for one of our faves, Emily Followill Photography! This is certainly a case where a picture is worth a thousand words.)
This Southern Estate reminds me so much of Dogwood, the rambling pre-revolutionary home in Under the Southern Sky! I am over-the-moon about my first starred review from Publishers Weekly! Can’t wait for all of you to read Under the Southern Sky on April 20! It’s available for preorder now wherever books are sold.
From PW: Harvey (Feels Like Falling) delivers a heart-wrenching tale of love and loss in this tearjerker…Harvey brings her characters to life, including Greer, whose heartbreaking journal entries reflect on scans of the embryos and imagine the family she and Parker would have. These passages are particularly wrenching, making the book’s happy ending all the more moving. Fans of women’s fiction will devour this. (Apr.)
