Culinary Mystery

Old Town's midsummer festivities are getting a tasty addition this year. To coincide with a public performance of Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream," Bobbie Sue Bodoin, the Queen of Cheesecake, has hired Sophie to organize a dinner with a dessert buffet on the waterfront. Bobbie Sue has only one menu demand: no cheesecake! But her specialty isn't the only thing missing from the evening—Tate, Bobbie Sue's husband, is too, much to her annoyance. Next morning, however, Tate's dead body is discovered.

Catching a killer is a piece of cake... Or is it? When Mindy's much-despised ex-boyfriend Liam is wrongly accused of being a killer, Mindy and Beth need to leave their aversion behind and clear Liam's name. But when the killer decides that Mindy needs to disappear, the duo must pull out all the stops to uncover the truth. 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 "A cute light read with a final twist at the end." - ...

Escaping abuse was just the beginning—can Olivia outwit the shadows of her past? Start her journey of courage and suspense today! After years of suffering in a toxic marriage, Olivia Dawson finally escapes her abusive husband, Kenneth Craven—a man whose charm hides a dangerous, controlling nature. Seeking refuge in the tranquil vineyards of the Okanagan Valley with her bohemian artist mother, Olivia begins rebuilding her life, taking tentative steps toward independence and healing. But her fresh start is threatened when Kenneth mysteriously disappears, leaving behind a trashed home, ...

Secrets run deep, but danger runs deeper in the heart of wine country. In the idyllic setting of the Ogilvie vineyard, Olivia Dawson seeks refuge after escaping an abusive marriage and the shadow of her estranged husband's mysterious disappearance. But her newfound peace is shattered when a body is discovered, dragging her into a dark web of lies, organized crime, and chilling threats. As the RCMP investigates, Olivia must confront growing suspicions, unsettling revelations, and the specter of danger lurking in the vines. Amid the turmoil, old friendships reignite, and unexpected ...

Welcome to the Mad Egg Diner, Where the Eggs are Over Easy and the Murder is Hard Boiled Having successfully cracked her first case, single mom and diner owner Melody Bristol finds herself with an insatiable appetite for unmasking killers. It's fortuitous, then, that the picturesque Colorado forests cannot hide yet another victim. Cowboy cop Gabe Mitchell dives into the investigation, but fate has it that he requires Melody's assistance. Although initially irked by her involvement, Gabe soon comes to appreciate Melody's unique insights. As they join forces, the duo uncovers a disgruntled ...

Gelato. It can be the start of something deadly. As Christmas approaches, amateur sleuth Julia JJ Kamaras finds herself growing restless working in her family’s Greek restaurant in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania and dreams of an exotic adventure. When a twist of fate from the Natale family allows her the chance to work in a world-famous Italian restaurant, JJ packs her bags, grabs her two besties, and heads to Florence. Immersing themselves in the richness of Italian culture, JJ, Rebecca, and Gwen Q are blissfully unaware that they’re about to be thrust into a series of scandalous family ...

A Cupcakes-and-Crime Caper! After her experience with Games, Games, Games! Tiffany is reluctant to take on another corporate client - but this case seems different. Was the victim really a company spy? Or were there other nefarious forces that led to her death? Meanwhile, this is it: it's time for Tiffany's secret admirer to reveal himself. Tiffany has had enough of his shenanigans and needs to clear the air - but can she do it without endangering those closest to her? Spies and Stalkers in Las Vegas is the thirty-sixth book in The Tiffany Black in Las Vegas Mystery Series. It can be read ...

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...

Nova Beck returned to her small hometown for the quiet life. Little did she know she would end up being a suspect in a murder. Nova Beck, a retired detective, returned to Rico, Colorado, to run the family's business, 'Beck's Cafe', alongside Mama Mia, a family friend, and Jackson, her hippy sidekick. Nova's journey began when a stranger's body was found and Mama Mia was accused of his murder. Indebted to Mama Mia, Nova delved into the case and discovered that the town's noblest heiress, Evelyn McCarthy, was involved with the stranger and so were her parents. With Evelyn desperate to do ...

In Charleton, the local bakeries are in fierce competition—but when a shipment of croissants vanishes, the town’s culinary scene is thrown into chaos. What begins as a simple delivery mishap soon spirals into something far more sinister when a prominent bakery owner is found dead in his shop. Vivi, the town’s favorite patisserie owner, finds herself drawn into the mystery as rumors of an underground bakery war begin to surface. Was the missing shipment part of a larger scheme? Or was it a warning in a cutthroat battle for dominance in the baking world? As tensions rise and rivalries ...

Catching a killer is a piece of cake... Or is it? A jazz-themed restuarant, a dangerous poisoning... When Mindy and Beth are asked to look into a suspicious poisoning, they end up in the crosshairs of someone with a vendetta. As their investigation reveals one secret after the other, the duo start to wonder what they've gotten into. Meanwhile, Mindy's nemesis Neve insists on trying to "help out" with the investigation... 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...

Amidst the rocky beaches of the Oregon coast, Torte's beloved Sterling and Stephanie have been hired to take over the aging restaurant at the cliffside Whaleshead Resort. Stephanie is taking on every chef's nightmare—a fluffy chocolate soufflé—and Sterling is fast at work prepping shrimp linguini and pan-seared halibut when they suddenly hear screaming. Erik Morton, the manager of Whaleshead and their new boss, has taken a fatal fall down the steep and dangerous cliffside trail leading to the beach. Jules and her young protégés quickly realize this was no accident.

What's a witch to do when faced with protecting the ones she loves against an unimaginable evil? Ever had one of those days when everything is going too well? When you have that sense that the other boot is about to drop? Welcome to my day. It's the Annual Saltwater Cove Show, and this year there are more rides, show bags, food stalls, and competitions than ever before. Witches from worlds near and far have descended to try their hand at winning the prestigious Witch Wonder Trophy for best witch baker. When Seraphina Morgan from the Coven of the Night Moon turns up dead, all avenues lead to...

In a vineyard where secrets ferment into danger, the truth may be the most lethal vintage of all. Olivia’s childhood friend Jesse rekindles a bond she thought was long lost, offering comfort and new complications. But as threatening messages escalate and the shadows of Kenneth’s dark dealings creep closer, Olivia realizes the danger is far greater than she imagined. To uncover the truth, she must navigate betrayal, unearth buried secrets, and decide who she can truly trust.

A Bed and Breakfast Mystery When Laura’s friend Ashley joins the Paradise Bed and Breakfast team, it seems like things are finally going to work out – until Ashley gets accused of murder. With all guests and staff trapped inside the house by an out-of-season storm and flash flooding, Laura must put on her detective hat and determine who could’ve killed wealthy businessman Harold Jepsen – his unhappy wife, a disgruntled employee, his frustrated daughter or set-to-inherit brother and sister-in-law? Meanwhile, the sleazy property developer Nicholas Lloyd continues with his dirty tricks...

After a long hot summer in Balsam Dell, Carly Hale is ready for crisp Vermont weather and gourmet grilled cheeses at her Grilled Cheese Eatery. And the upcoming Halloween food competition is the perfect way to impress the locals. But Ferris Menard, the owner of Sub-a-Dub-Sub, is nursing a serious grudge against Carly. Two days before the competition, one of Carly's employees quit his part-time gig at Menard's sub shop, sending Menard into a serious snit. In a confrontation at the Eatery, Menard accused Carly of sabotage and vowed to bring her down.

When Ivy Clark moves to Muddy Creek to help her injured aunt with her diner, she expects a quiet life. The town is barely on the map, and excitement is rare. Everything is going smoothly until Ivy's uncle is murdered and evidence is found in Ivy's purse. With her aunt and cousin doubting her innocence, she knows it's up to her to find the killer.

Jackpot Winner Dead on Cruise Ship The Grand Voyager is in Europe and Meg Butler and friends are making the most of it. Meg is looking forward to visiting Monte Carlo and trying her luck at the casino. She learns of a secret pact made by a group of passengers who pool their money and agree to split the winnings. None of them win but back on the ship, the rumor mill is in full swing. Apparently, someone has won the jackpot and speculation is high around which passenger won and how much. The frenzy around the jackpot reaches a crescendo when a passenger is found dead in his cabin. Meg has no ...

The Mayor was murdered? And a magical plant from my garden is to blame? Even if I wanted that jerk dead, running my Bed & Breakfast takes all my time. There’s no way I could sneak a murder into my busy schedule, but obviously, someone I know did. A plant stolen from my garden poisoned the Mayor. Who could have done this? And why would someone frame me? I'm certain that my hard-working assistant, the delivery driver, and my gardener are innocent. And I’m sure it wasn’t the sexy water witch who spends an absurd amount of time staying at my little Bed & Breakfast…but he does know way ...

And they're off! Gambling on horse racing is Kentucky's number one sport but when Kentucky Derby Thoroughbred picked to win the Derby, Rails and Nails, ends up poisoned, SKUL special agent Mick Jasper and rookie witch Maggie Park, who keeps her witch powers a secret, are called in to investigate a world of illegal gambling where a run for the roses can prove to be deadly.