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When Lily and her two aunts discover the dead body of the most vile and hated woman in the town of Sweet Home inside their coffee shop, the Coffee Cabana, tongues wag at who the culprit might be. With a list of suspects a mile long, it could be almost anyone who Fannie Diddlemier wronged in her weekly rag.

Quinn Learns to Dream Walk Quinn and Ridley have a new ghost friend who teaches Quinn how to dream walk in order to locate her lost friend Nora. But all is placed on hold when a murder occurs. Someone is poisoned with jellyfish toxins and the team must figure out who is using their oceanic friends to kill an unsuspecting victim. Was it the hardworking yet under appreciated assistant, a former reporter who was minimized and trolled by the scientist, or Quinn's ex-boyfriend who has popped up unexpectedly? Will Penny find out more about her magical friends....perhaps more than she ever ...

Who Knew a Ghost Walk Could be Murder? As resident Mark Twain thrills the ghost walk crowd with stories of the paranormal and long ago murders, he didn't quite expect a dead body to turn up in the middle of a tour. The victim has two knives stuck in his back....the same two knives used in previous murders, which were on display at the museum house. One of the tourists on the ghost walk is an old girlfriend of Andrew's and she's been charged with the crime. Can Raine and Andrew prove her innocence? And can they corral an old flame of the accused named Pinball who wants to crack heads? Plus ...

Resident Bridezilla Sydney is getting on everyone's nerves in the bridal party. But her wrath isn't only for her bridesmaids and groomsmen. Sally and Sarah also come under fire when no one can seem to get the rehearsal dance right at their dance school. It won't matter however, when the wedding is called off for a murder. Zeus is once again inhabited by the deceased who wants to find the killer. And Wanda is determined to find them as well and get rid of a gnarly ghost.

Trixie's looking for the son she gave up for adoption many years ago. She's commissioned Tara, Stormi and Paige along with a private investigator to help with the task. But will the undertaking take its toll on Trix, especially when meeting an old nemesis? Find out in this short story and the sixth book in the Caesars Creek Series.

One of Caesars Creek's oldest residents is front and center to a suspicious car accident on Main Street. Tara, Stormi and Bruce are on the scene, but the woman in the center of it all blames a family member. Could this woman be right or should the police suspect her as well? Find out in the latest story in the Caesars Creek Mystery Series.

It's Halloween in Caesars Creek and Tara and her buddies get more than treats when they clean the building next door to the Frozen Scoop Ice Cream Shoppe. One surprise has pointy ears and a tail, while the other revelation isn't as cuddly. In fact, it's downright ghoulish.

Trixie is in for a world of hurt. Trixie's stepdaughter is accusing her of trying to kill her father. Now, Tara and Stormi must spring into action to defend their friend.

Another murder has occurred in Caesars Creek, Georgia, but this time, right inside The Frozen Scoop Ice Cream Shoppe. Tara and her pals, Stormi and Paige are front and center for the heinous crime, but their attempts to revive the victim may make them suspects.

Whispers from the Whiskered Taking over her late Aunt’s Tavern in Port Jennings, Wanda Sperling expected to immerse herself in lobster, trivia nights, and unique drinks. She didn't anticipate inheriting Zeus, a cat with an uncanny knack for channeling the voices of murder victims. When a not-so-beloved patron meets a grim fate, it’s not just the gossip that stirs—Zeus begins speaking to Wanda in the deceased's voice. While the tavern's loyal patrons, including the vivacious waitress Tweetie and the quirky chef Two Dog Donnie, are no strangers to Zeus's mysterious abilities, for Wanda,...

Who Offed Santa? Someone's been naughty and taken out Santa, but the gals at The Lucky Dill Deli aren't standing for it. Josie is the owner and her two long time friends, Verny and Cookie, work alongside her. Their little New England town is ripe with charm, but when Santa is discovered dead at the Winter Wonderland festival, everyone's on high alert.Enter Abel and Gideon, the new detective in town and the more seasoned one, respectively. Gideon worked on the force with Josie's dad, who died in service to his community. While Gideon would prefer the girls let the police handle the action, ...

A Cat Familiar who wears a monocle...only in New Orleans Does that Look Normal Hey there, my name is Georgette, but you can call me Georgie...everyone does. I own the local art gallery for up and coming artists in the city. I can also summon Mother Nature if need be. See, I'm a witch that controls fire, wind, water and the air. As the saying goes, don't mess with Mother Nature. Although, I'm only mother to a cat familiar, Mr. Marcel. Mr. Marcel is 196 years old and never lets me forget it. He wears a monocle...I don't know why...he thinks it makes him look regal although all the other cats ...

A Reading of a Will, A Decades Old Murder, and Ladies on a Mission Clara and her friends, Ida May and Hazel, are no spring chickens, but that doesn't stop these gals from entering a world of deception, secrets and lies to find a killer. While the hunt has twists and turns, the girls never lose sight of their goal...to outwit the local Police Department and form their own sleuthing group...The We're Not Dead Yet Club. Join the fun as this mismatched group of friends and their men cohorts search for clues and almost end up in the hoosegow and the local cemetery.

Wedding Bell Blues, Champagne, and a Minister Accused of Murder When a body turns up at a remote wedding venue, the gals can't wait to show their expertise at sleuthing. However, their attempts at solving the crime have the wedding guests ready to bolt for the nearest shanty. And the Minister isn't safe either. The We're Not Dead Yet Club may be in over their heads in this second book of a brand new series!!

Impersonator Elvis has Left the Building, in a Body Bag At the local Senior Center, an Elvis impersonator proves to be quite the entertainer, captivating the elderly ladies with his swaggering performances. However, could his provocative hip swings have irked some of the elderly gentlemen, driving them to ensure he crooned his final melody? Alternatively, could a simmering tide of jealousy among the ladies have led to tragic consequences? Stella and Vivian find themselves in the heart of the chaos as the self-proclaimed regents of the Senior Center. Will Coco be able to maintain order ...

Who Killed the Life Coach? Life coach Gilbert is offering seminars on how to better your life and Coco has the honor of catering the event. She's excited until Gilbert gives her a dressing down on her presentation and food. What a jerk. Then the jerk ends up dead clutching a half eaten Coco specialty...a cupcake. While her friends and handsome police officer Logan don't think she had anything to do with the crime, it doesn't matter. Most of the town does. Coco is determined to clear her good name, but will it come at a cost? ***Find out in the 3rd book of the Mad Batter Bakery Cozy Mystery ...

Welcome to The Mad Egg Diner Where the Eggs are Over Easy and the Murder is Hard Boiled In search of respite from her bustling diner, Melody embarks on a week-long retreat with her daughter Tricia, anticipating a laid-back escape filled with engaging stories and Tanqueray gin. However, their idyllic getaway is abruptly interrupted by murder, shattering the tranquility of their retreat. The victim, Lara Lynch, was none other than the personal bodyguard to the audacious lawyer Sly Carrera. With her life brutally taken by a deliberate hit-and-run, Melody finds herself drawn into the case. ...

Welcome to The Mad Egg Diner Where the Eggs are Over Easy and the Murder is Hard Boiled Melody Bristol is becoming quite adept at murder mysteries - unraveling them, to be precise. Despite the austere Police Chief's constant pressure, the professional and personal bond between Melody and the cowboy policeman Gabe continues to flourish. Having cracked five murder cases and confessed their mutual affection, they are blissfully contemplating a shared future. However, their tranquility is disrupted when Sly Carrera becomes the latest victim of a murder most peculiar. Intriguingly, Sly was ...

When the girls visit Las Vegas, slot machines and shows are high on their list. But when a murder occurs and a friend is accused, it's up to the We're Not Dead Yet Club to strut their stuff. However, the gals aren't use to a town like Sin City, and its wily ways may hold danger and intrigue for our favorite group.

Two Deaths...One is Real, the Other Isn't Sam and the gang are back in Goodsprings with new guests, Cassandra and Paula the Parrot. However, strange things are occurring. Phineas is not ordering his usual wheatgrass juice, Chuckles isn't looking too well, and David has started a new venture. Phineas' strange friend remains in town as well. But is he more enemy than friend? A new biker shop has opened up and one of the owners is sweet on Sam. And Tessa has decided glamour spells is just what she needed to spice up her life. But has she bit off more trouble than she can handle? And why are ...