Kate's Blog
Feeling Thankful
When I look at this lovely Amish-made quillow from Lancaster County, PA, all I want to do is snuggle in front of the fireplace and read a good book. Maybe with a cup of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate. Yum! But I don’t allow myself to read until bedtime or I’d be...
Giveaway Winner and Kate’s Favorite Pics
Congratulations to Mardell Grayhek, winner of the Amish-made apron and hot-pad from Lancaster County plus one of my signed books: either the new An Amish Christmas Kitchen, Starting from Scratch, A Letter from Lancaster County; or one of 3 books from The Legacy of...
Season of Comfort Food
Am I the only one whose color and taste pallets changed when I put aside my summer clothes? Suddenly my white sweater holds little appeal, whereas autumn colors such as brown and gold beckon me. These brilliant autumn colors caught my eye on a recent walk....
Giveaway Winner
Please help me congratulate Cathy Atchison, winner of the two-sided 43” winter-themed table runner plus one of my signed books: either the new An Amish Christmas Kitchen, Starting from Scratch, A Letter from Lancaster County; or one of 3 books from The Legacy of...
Never Too Early?
We’re past the Dog Days of summer and even Labor Day is behind us. Hard to believe most children are in school again. They may complain about getting up too early, but I recall our sons’ returning to school excited to see their friends.Did you have summer reading...
Giveaway winner
Please help me congratulate Lois K., winner of the darling Jumbo Tote Bag plus one of my signed books: either Starting from Scratch, A Letter from Lancaster County; or one of 3 books from The Legacy of Lancaster County Trilogy—Leaving Lancaster, its sequel,...
Big Plans for Summer Giveaway
As I await the release of An Amish Christmas Kitchen, I realize we're midway through summer. When did that happen?I had big plans for the summer, including spending more time up at the beach reading. Carrying a bag stuffed full of books and beach towels to the water's...
Giveaway Winner and a Return to Serenity
Please help me congratulate Linda Laird, winner of two darling Amish-made potholders and a kitchen towel and dish cloth from Lancaster County that make me want to smile as summer gets into full swing. Plus, one of my signed books: either Starting from Scratch, A...
About Kate
Kate Lloyd is a novelist and a passionate observer of human relationships. A native of Baltimore, MD, she and her husband live in Seattle the setting of several of her novels. She lived in Rome and studied Italian in college. Kate has worked a variety of jobs, including car salesman and restaurateur.