“Devotees of the [Elm Creek] Quilts series will relish these new episodes, and new fans will delight to discover such a well-stocked back catalog. A warm portrait of women bound by craft—perfect for fireside reading.” –Kirkus Twenty years after the publication of The Quilter’s Apprentice, the ... Read more »
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RESISTANCE WOMEN Chosen for the June 2019 Indie Next List
I'm absolutely thrilled that RESISTANCE WOMEN has been chosen for the June 2019 Indie Next List! This is a tremendous honor and I'm very happy to be included among such illustrious authors. ... Read more »
Happy 20th Anniversary to Elm Creek Quilts!
Did you know that The Quilter's Apprentice was published twenty years ago this month, in April 1999? I'm humbled and delighted to know that even now, two decades later, my first novel is still in print for new readers to enjoy. In honor of the 20th anniversary of the launch of the Elm Creek Quilts ... Read more »
Jennifer and ENCHANTRESS on Wisconsin Public Radio
Today at 11 AM CT, I'll be discussing Enchantress if Numbers with Larry Meiller on the Ideas Network of Wisconsin Public Radio. Tune in to your local station or stream online here. ... Read more »
Happy Book Birthday to ENCHANTRESS OF NUMBERS!
Today is the official publication date of my twenty-seventh novel, Enchantress of Numbers! I had a wonderful time exploring the life and accomplishments of Ada Byron King, Countess of Lovelace, a truly extraordinary woman. I hope you enjoy reading Enchantress of Numbers as much as I enjoyed writing ... Read more »
Seven Questions with Jennifer Chiaverini
Q. Ada Lovelace is likely a new historical figure for many of your readers. How did you first come across her story and what drew you to write about her life? A. I usually find the idea for a new novel when I come across an extraordinary historical figure while researching and writing about ... Read more »