Benni Harper Cozy Mystery Set: 4 First Editions by Earlene Fowler (1998 to 2001) | Quilt-Themed Crime, Book Bundle

Step into Earlene Fowler’s warm, quilt-patterned world with this Benni Harper cozy mystery book bundle, featuring four First Editions from 1998 to 2001. Fowler blends small-town California life, heirloom quilting lore, and smart sleuthing into mysteries that feel both comforting and compelling.

Inside, you’ll find richly illustrated dust jackets, engaging plots, and each title built around a traditional quilt block motif. All books are First Editions in Good condition, ready to enjoy, display, or gift.

Quick Specs

  • Item Type: Book Bundle (set of 4 hardcovers)
  • Size: 9 × 6 × 1 in each
  • Material: Paper, cloth boards, illustrated dust jackets
  • Color: Multicolor jackets; varied cloth board colors
  • Origin / Maker: Berkley Prime Crime / Penguin Putnam
  • Year or Era: 1998 to 2001
  • GENRE: Cozy Mystery, Quilt-Themed Mystery
  • Language / Pages: English; 290 to 322 pages each

Identifiers:

  1. Dove in the Window: ISBN 0-425-16299-0
  2. Mariner’s Compass: ISBN 0-425-16891-3
  3. Seven Sisters: ISBN 0-425-17296-1
  4. Arkansas Traveler: ISBN 0-425-17880-0

Edition & Features

Edition/Printing: All four First Editions

  1. Dove in the Window: First Edition, May 1998
  2. Mariner’s Compass: First Edition, May 1999
  3. Seven Sisters: First Edition, April 2000
  4. Arkansas Traveler: First Edition, April 2001

Dust Jackets: Present on all; prices intact ($21.95 each)

Illustrations/Maps/Plates: Illustrated dust jacket quilt motifs; decorative chapter ornaments

Extras: Quilt block themed cover art; matching series design; ideal for display

Condition Grade: Good

Notes: Clean, bright interiors with tight bindings; minimal toning. Light shelf rubbing and small corner bumps on dust jackets, consistent with gentle use. No writing, stains, or dog-ears noted. Attractive, display-worthy collector’s bundle.

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This set holds Dove in the Window, Mariner’s Compass, Seven Sisters, and Arkansas Traveler as first editions with price-intact $21.95 jackets, and it suits a cozy mystery shelf. If it's the right copy for you, it's ready to come home.

  • Near Fine: Close to new. Any flaw is small and named above.
  • Very Good: Light use. Every flaw is named above, and none of them get in the way of reading or display.
  • Good: Complete and usable, with clear signs of use. Every flaw is named above.
  • Fair: Heavy wear or damage, named above. A reading or working copy, not a display piece.

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