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Ann Hazelwood Books in Order

  • 23 Books
  • 2012 – 2023 Published

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How to Start Reading Ann Hazelwood's Books

Ann Hazelwood has built a beloved career writing cozy novels that center on quilting, community secrets, romance, and regional charm. Instead of one continuous saga, her fiction bibliography is divided into distinct, self-contained series. Because of this, readers can begin with any series they choose. However, within each series, it is highly recommended to read the books in order of publication, as character relationships, local mysteries, and seasonal storylines develop chronologically.

For the best experience, most readers choose to start with Hazelwood's debut series, the Colebridge Community Series, starting with The Basement Quilt. If you prefer a coastal, Midwestern resort aesthetic, you can also start with the Door County Quilts Series, beginning with Quilters of the Door.

1. Colebridge Community Series

This is the series that launched Ann Hazelwood's fiction career. Set in Missouri, it follows florist Anne Brown as she navigates family secrets, budding romance, and local mysteries, all while discovering the comfort of quilting circles.

  • The Basement Quilt (2012) - Introduces Anne Brown, who discovers her family's hidden history and a ghostly presence while learning to quilt.
  • The Potting Shed Quilt (2013) - Anne and her fiancé house-hunt and uncover a mysterious quilt in an old potting shed.
  • The Funeral Parlor Quilt (2013) - Anne's quilting circle gets involved with a local funeral parlor, exploring loss and comfort.
  • The Jane Austen Quilt Club (2014) - The group creates a Jane Austen-themed quilt, only for it to be mysteriously swapped at a show.
  • The Ghostly Quilts on Main (2014) - Anne organizes a seasonal quilt display on Main Street with some spectral assistance.
  • Quilted Lilies (2015) - Explores new beginnings, friendship, and secrets within the community.
  • A Colebridge Quilted Christmas (2015) - A festive conclusion to the series focusing on holiday warmth and community bonds.

2. East Perry County Series

Set in the small town of Borna, Missouri, this series features protagonist Kate Meyr, a widow who moves to the area to restore an inherited property, only to find herself opening a guesthouse and solving local, historical secrets.

  • The Forgiving Quilt (2016) - Kate Meyr travels to Borna to sell property left by her late husband and finds a mysterious quilt that pulls her into a local mystery.
  • Josephine's Guest House Quilt (2016) - Kate opens Josephine's Guest House, but names on her new guest signature quilt begin to mysteriously disappear.
  • Quilt the Town Christmas (2016) - A holiday-themed story centering on the historic town of Borna and local Christmas traditions.
  • Everlasting Quilts (2017) - Kate deals with local gossip, relationship changes, and deep-seated town mysteries.
  • Church Ladies' Quilts (2017) - The final installment, wrapping up Kate's journey in East Perry County.

3. Wine Country Quilts Series

This series introduces Lily Rosenthal, an aspiring writer who quits her job and moves to Missouri's beautiful wine country, where she gets swept up in antique quilt collecting and new relationships.

  • For the Love of Quilts (2018) - Lily Rosenthal discovers a passion for antique quilts and starts a new chapter in wine country.
  • Lily Girl's Christmas Quilt (2018) - Lily navigates a festive holiday season, relationship dilemmas, and a special Christmas quilt.
  • Quilted Secrets (2019) - Secrets regarding antique quilts and local families come to light.
  • A Christmas Wish Quilt (2019) - Holiday wishes and quilting secrets blend together in this cozy winter installment.
  • The Quilt Left Behind (2020) - The series finale, bringing closure to Lily's romance and writing career.

4. Door County Quilts Series

Transporting readers to the scenic peninsula of Door County, Wisconsin, this series follows artist Claire Stewart as she searches for inspiration, joins a local quilt club, and finds love.

  • Quilters of the Door (2020) - Claire Stewart relocates to Door County, joins the local quilting community, and faces unexpected mysteries.
  • Door to Door Quilts (2021) - Claire settles further into her new life, navigating community dynamics and artistic pursuits.
  • The Tannenbaum Christmas Quilt (2021) - A Christmas-themed story showcasing Wisconsin holiday traditions and local warmth.
  • Quilted Cherries (2022) - Follows Claire and her friends through seasonal changes, local festivals, and personal challenges.
  • Christmas Surprises at the Door (2022) - A festive, heartwarming conclusion to Claire Stewart's journey.

5. Holiday Collections & Anthologies

If you are looking for short, seasonal stories to read during the holidays, Hazelwood released a special anthology collection:

  • Christmas, She Wrote (2023) - A collection of cozy holiday short stories that carry Hazelwood's signature small-town warmth.

Frequently Asked

Do you need to read Ann Hazelwood's series in order?

While you do not need to read the different series in any specific order (e.g., you can read the Wine Country Quilts series before the Colebridge Community series), you should read the books within each individual series in chronological publication order to properly follow the character development and overarching mysteries.

What is the best Ann Hazelwood book to start with?

The best starting point is The Basement Quilt (2012), which is the first book in the Colebridge Community Series and Ann Hazelwood's debut fiction novel. Alternatively, Quilters of the Door (2020) serves as an excellent entry point if you prefer a Wisconsin lake-town setting.

Who is the main character in the East Perry County series?

The protagonist of the East Perry County series is Kate Meyr, a widow who moves to Borna, Missouri, to handle her late husband's property and ends up operating Josephine's Guest House.

Who is the main character in the Wine Country Quilts series?

The protagonist of the Wine Country Quilts series is Lily Rosenthal, an aspiring writer who finds herself drawn to antique quilt collecting and romance in Missouri's wine country.

Is Ann Hazelwood related to Ali Hazelwood?

No, Ann Hazelwood (author of cozy quilting mysteries) and Ali Hazelwood (author of STEM contemporary romances like The Love Hypothesis) are two entirely different authors with no relation.