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Alexandra Brown, author of the Carrington's department store series, has signed another three book deal with HarperFiction for a new series set in the fictional picture-postcard village of Tindledale. This news comes just a couple of weeks after the publication of Ice Creams at Carrington’s.
The first book in her new trio, The Great Christmas Knit Off, will be released in November 2014. It follows the story of Sybil, who escapes the pain of being jilted at the altar through knitting. Subsequent books, which will all take place in the village, will be released at six-monthly intervals, with short stories bridging the gaps between books.
HarperFiction commissioning editor Kate Bradley said: "Alexandra has a wonderfully fresh voice which really sparkles – her books are not only funny but quirky and poignant too. The wonderful cast of characters she has created will broaden her appeal and expand her readership. One thing that Alexandra really excels at is tapping into the zeitgeist, and the genius plotting that blends romance and woolly homemade tea cosies will have a massive appeal."
Congratulations, Alexandra! We can’t wait to read them.