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A Luxury Cruise. A Murder at Sea. A Treasure Worth Killing For. What starts as a relaxing cruise for Addi, Sam, and Cece quickly turns into a nightmare at sea. One minute, they’re enjoying ocean views—the next, they’re stranded in a lifeboat, heading toward a deserted island. Somewhere nearby, stolen World War II gold is hidden beneath the waves. But before they can even begin to unravel the mystery, a private investigator is murdered aboard the ship, leaving them with more questions than answers. With a killer on the loose, sharks circling the island, and danger at every turn, the ...

Welcome to The Berry Home: where the food is to-die-for! Life is looking sweeter than ever for Kylie Berry, owner-operator of The Berry Home café. She’s even booked a gig hosting a weekend-long conference for some major players in the East Coast shipping industry, with one minor snag: she has no idea how to cater such a big event all by herself. "Winters will have you giggling into your book!" When an old friend visits Kentucky, the stars align. Chef John Radde, head chef at the swanky Chicago-based Smoulder, graciously offers to cater the entire event using Kylie’s café kitchen. The ...

A Vacation Gone Deadly. A Town Full of Secrets. A Killer Who’s Just Getting Started. Tiffany Black and Rosie wanted a break. Instead, they land in Duck’s Head—a town where people are disappearing, secrets run deep, and the next body could be theirs. When a local vanishes and a corpse turns up, their relaxing getaway turns into a race to catch a killer. Good thing Tiffany’s boyfriend Stone shows up, all broody and heroic. Even better? Nanna’s in town, armed with killer instincts and a purse that packs more surprises than a magician’s hat. The bodies are stacking up, the clues ...

When Adrienne James is assigned to be part of the emergency crew on board the Trumpeter, she's hopeful it'll be an easy job. Instead, she finds: 🐍 A wildly unexpected reptilian surprise 🤔 A high-stakes murder no one else wants to solve 📸 A PR nightmare that no filter can fix With her bestie by her side, a knack for nosiness, and a growing list of suspicious shipmates, Addi is determined to get to the bottom of it—preferably before she becomes part of the story. Danger never looked this fabulous. Perfect for fans of quirky sleuths, cruise ship drama, and high seas hijinks with a ...

When Tiffany and Rosie are asked to investigate “haunted” happenings, they don’t expect to get involved in a very real murder. Unfortunately, that’s exactly what happens and the duo are plunged into a web of deceipt as they try to solve the case. From creepy butlers to joyful inheritors, who could the killer be? And how are the “haunted” happenings really being orchestrated?

Catching a killer is a piece of cake... Or is it? When Mindy Macbay moves back to her hometown of Santa Verona, and finds herself fighting crime with her best friend, she soon finds herself on the receiving end of anonymous threats, and even worse, unpleasant encounters with her high school nemesis and former paramours. Dessert, Diamonds and Deadly Secrets When Mindy investigates the death of an unpopular cafe owner, she uncovers a trail of diamonds and a secret life... Carrot Cake and Cryptic Clues Socialite Celeste Rocheford is murdered, and Mindy’s best friend Beth Miller finds herself...

✨ Stars. Science. Sabotage. ✨ When Addi boards a luxury cruise to watch a once-in-a-lifetime cosmic event, she expects breathtaking views—not a mysterious death. As rumors spiral—from alien contact to secret weapons—Addi and her friends must separate fact from fiction before the truth disappears into the darkness. Inside this cozy cruise mystery: 🛳️A glamorous voyage on the high seas 🔍Quirky scientists and secretive passengers ✨ A blackout, a flash of light, and far too many theories With danger lurking under the stars and suspects hiding behind brilliant minds, Addi ...

Welcome to The Berry Home: where the food is to-die-for! When Kylie’s tenant next door offers meals to-go, sales at The Berry Home grind to a near-standstill. Unfortunately, the terms of the lease mean that Kylie can’t do anything about the competition… until the tenant is found dead – and once again, fingers begin to point at Kylie. With the help of her friends, Kylie attempts to unravel the threads of mystery surrounding the murder, all while keeping The Berry Home afloat, and befriending a mysterious local who’s come back to town. Meanwhile, Zoey creates a “murder-solving” ...

When an amateur actor is killed, Tiffany and Rosie must scramble to uncover the truth - especially when Rosie is blamed for the murder. Meanwhile, Stone agrees to do a favor for Sue Giant, and Ian's farewell party is coming up...

Uptight accountant Andrew Coombs has no time for superstitions - until he meets his own personal Lady Luck, Charlene Nelson, the lovely casino waitress who helps him win big at the slots. But when Charlene stands him up on a date night, Lady Luck is no longer on his side - or in the land of the living. Who would kill the cocktail waitress? Who was Charlene Nelson when she wasn’t slinging drinks? Out-of-towner Andrew doesn’t have a clue where to start looking for answers....

A Cupcakes-And-Crime Caper Cupcake-loving croupier Tiffany Black is taken by surprise when a woman from Ryan’s past contacts her—and claims to be his ex-fiancée. Before Tiffany can recover from that bombshell, the woman, Constance, drops another one: she’s been accused of murdering her new sweetheart’s mother, and she wants Tiffany to clear her name. As Tiffany explores the depths of a murder conspiracy, and her own feelings for Ryan and Stone, she receives bad news about Ryan’s mission. Meanwhile, Nanna decides to make Bridget her doggie assistant, and Ian tries to improve his ...

One ship, two oceans, and a "ghost" that refuses to mind its own business... Addi thought working a cruise to Alaska with her best friends would be smooth seas and starry nights. But when they answer a distress call and find an abandoned freighter with a frozen body aboard, the real trouble begins. Soon, passengers are whispering about a ghost haunting the ship, and a cranky businessman vanishes. But Addi doesn’t believe in ghosts—she knows something, or someone, is behind the eerie sightings. With bff's Cece and Sam at her side, Addi’s racing to uncover the truth before rumors sink ...

Tiffany, Rosie and Stone head to Southern Illinois to enjoy an old-fashioned holiday including a short cruise on a riverboat… Unfortunately, their idyllic vacation is ruined when a guest on the cruise is murdered, and Tiffany is tasked with investigating. Who could’ve killed the grumpy patriarch? Many of his family were unhappy with him, but was anyone unhappy enough to kill? When the murderer threatens to strike again, the trio must move quickly before someone else is hurt… Praise for A.R. Winters: "The perfect balance of being lighthearted, but still a serious page-turning mystery."...

Tiffany, Stone, and Rosie head to Oregon to enjoy a Shakespeare festival—this year’s rendering of Romeo and Juliet is meant to be amazing, with Romeo being played by popular soap-opera star, Dane Arrowpoint. But when Romeo/Dane is killed and the actress playing Juliet is blamed for his death, the trio find themselves trying to uncover the truth. Unfortunately, their investigation hits too close to home, and Tiff and Rosie realize they might be in grave danger—can they uncover the murderer in time, or will the killer successfully get away with their crimes? Praise for A.R. Winters: "...

Smooth Sailing. Until Murder Rocks the Boat. Life aboard the cruise ship usually means umbrella drinks and late-night laughs for Addi, Sam, and Cece. But when a bestselling novelist and her whirlwind entourage step on deck, the drama goes way beyond towel animals and buffet lines. One glittering captain’s dinner later, the spotlight shifts from champagne to scandal—and a body makes waves. Get tangled in a mystery featuring: 📚 A famous author whose sharp wit might not be all fiction 💅 An entourage of eager employees and sycophantic superfans 🍽️ A glittering captain’s table ...

Has Ian really been kidnapped? A Cupcakes-and-Crime Caper Things hit too close to home for cupcake-loving croupier Tiffany Black when her assistant Ian’s “hog brother” is killed—and Ian is accused of murder. To make matters worse, Ian is nowhere to be found, and Tiffany soon suspects he’s been kidnapped. Along with her friend Stone as a substitute sidekick, Tiffany must track down Ian before it’s too late. As the search for her wayward assistant—and the murderer—prove equally challenging, Tiffany’s family decides to host a speed-dating event for her cousin, and things ...

When cupcake-loving croupier Tiffany Black is asked to investigate a suspicious book club member, she never expects her client to disappear under mysterious circumstances. But when Violeta Redgrave goes missing, Tiffany and Ian find themselves trying to uncover just what happened to her, and why she hired them in the first place… Meanwhile, Tiffany is house-sitting for her friend Jack Weber, and she and Ian find themselves entangled with an unusual secret society. Praise for A.R. Winters: "Fans of Stephanie Plum, meet Tiffany Black, A.R. Winters's new heroine." - Rea, Amazon.com "You fall...

Tiffany, Stone, and Rosie find themselves in Louisiana – and with an alligator for a client. Tasked with proving semi-tame alligator Buttercup's innocence in the death of a local man, the trio scramble to uncover the truth… before things get too late for the gator, and before the killer strikes again… Praise for A.R. Winters: "The perfect balance of being lighthearted, but still a serious page-turning mystery." - Jaycie D, Amazon.com "A fun cozy mystery with engaging and entertaining characters" - lq, Amazon.com "For fans of Janet Evanovich, Rhys Bowen and Jana DeLeon, this is a funny...

Cupcake-loving croupier Tiffany Black has a new case on her hands: this time it's working for "uber successful life coach" Sue Giant, who claims to have been killed. Or at least, been able to survive an attempt on her life. It's up to Tiffany, Rosie and Nanna to sort through the craziness of Sue Giant's life, and figure out what's really going on. Meanwhile, Nanna decides to stop meddling in Tiffany's love life - and meddle with Stone's love life instead.

The opening of a new hospital wing and the celebration of Bridget’s deeds should have been a happy occasion, and it would have been, if it wasn’t for the small issue of a… murder. Tiffany and Ian find themselves on the case, and with the help of their friend Stone, rush to uncover the truth before it’s too late. Meanwhile, Tiffany’s secret admirer continues his not-so-admirable quest to win her affections... . Praise for A.R. Winters: "Fans of Stephanie Plum, meet Tiffany Black, A.R. Winters's new heroine." - Rea, Amazon.com "You fall in love with Tiffany Black from the start, and...