Author Elin Hilderbrand has published more than two dozen books, most of which are set on the island of Nantucket, Mass., where she has lived since 1993. Dubbed “Queen of the Beach Reads” by New York magazine, Hilderbrand has sold more than 20 million books. Her fans are numerous and passionate, dubbing themselves “Hilderbabes,” and have been known to travel to Nantucket from far and wide to live their favorite beach-read moments. Read on to discover how her affinity for wine and restaurants has inspired scenes in her novels, what's in her wine cellar, and her favorite spots in Napa and Sonoma.
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