Dog Cozy Mysteries

Hollywood has come to the scenic Smoky Mountain community of Hanover County, and dog-trainer Raine Stockton can’t resist the opportunity when her dogs are offered a chance at a role in the film. Filmmaking turns out not to be as exciting as Raine had expected, and the only upside to the long, mostly boring days is the new friend she makes on the set, a stuntwoman by the name of Dallas McKenzie. But it doesn’t take Raine long to discover Dallas is a woman of secrets and lies, and trouble seems to follow her wherever she goes.

Leger has a plan to get Amber feeling like a true Glaswegian again. He wants to set up a detective school and recruit her as a teacher so she sees how valuable she is to the community. It also has the added benefit of passing on their skills to a new generation of cats, so when they're gone, Glasgow won't be left vulnerable. However, the students who turn up aren't kittens, but Leger's nearest and dearest friends. When Leger has to leave his first lesson halfway through to find a restless Amber, the others witness a crime being committed and assume Leger has set this up to test his students...

Graves of the Forgotten A Maggie and Bentley Mystery Where Old Lies Lead to New Danger In the quiet mountain town of Pine Ridge, secrets don’t stay buried forever. When K-9 handler Maggie Shaw and her therapy dog Bentley stumble upon a disturbed patch of earth at a controversial construction site, they uncover more than just signs of trespassing; they uncover bones. As Detective Noah Rodriguez launches an official investigation, the two long-time allies find themselves drawn into a decades-old mystery that threatens to unravel the town’s carefully guarded history. With Bentley’s ...

She left the big-city glamour for small-town friendships. But adjusting to the peace and quiet is turning out to be murder… Carter Cash is excited by her future. Running a glamping and luxury yacht vacation business with her bestie, she and her retired police dog have reinvented themselves living in a yurt community. But when the bullying local queen of renovations is found dead after a public confrontation, Carter is alarmed that the cops are pointing the finger of guilt her way. Determined not to leave, proving her innocence to the cops, the mystery show fanatic and her K-9 partner set ...

The school secretary has a sharp tongue but is she a killer? Can Marty do the math or will he get schooled by a criminal mastermind? Marty Golden is frazzled. Struggling to juggle nieces, a rambunctious dog, a demanding job, and a serious relationship, the software engineer is never quite sure whether he’s coming or going. But when his nemesis begs for help after she’s accused of offing the school principal, the amateur sleuth agrees to hunt down the real culprit. Confounded to discover the cantankerous woman stood to take the dead man’s position, he strives to find anyone who could ...

Newly single mom forced back to hometown. Council member murdered at new job. Will she crack the case or become the next victim? Margaret is freaking out. Moving back to her mother's home as a newly single mom while taking the Recreation and Parks director position in Apple Creek wasn’t part of the plan. Things go downhill when her brother-in-law is implicated in a council member's murder. Ignoring the evidence and the objections of the lead detective—her former high school crush—Margaret, with the help of a playful K9 officer, secretly began her own investigation into the corruption ...

Mercedes Devane is missing and feared dead. Can PI Hannah and dog detective Mazie solve her murder in this race against time? PI Hannah and her sleuthing beagle Mazie become fast friends with Mercedes Devane, a new waitress in town.

Autumn has come to Bucks County, and Steve Levitan has a new job: develop a conference center for Eastern College at Friar Lake. But on his first visit to the property, his golden retriever Rochester makes a disturbing discovery, a human hand rising from the dirt at the lake’s shore.

As if raising her son, training her rambunctious poodle for the show ring, and grooming fellow handler, Sam Driver, for romance aren't enough, Melanie Travis's entree into the exclusive Belle Haven Kennel Club has been met with a grisly murder. As Melanie investigates, the truth about forged pedigrees and illegal show practices come to light. And soon, Melanie finds herself moving closer to a dogged killer who's desperate enough to strike again.

A squeaky-clean murder, a little furry witness… For such a small town, Hummings Hollow is rife with danger and intrigue—especially for forty-year-old Angela Atkinson who despite her busy schedule can’t seem to keep her nose out of a good mystery; it doesn’t help that her faithful sidekick Ruff McPaw has an equally good nose for danger. When a middle school janitor is found dead in a school supply closet, Angela must juggle her hobby farm, barista job, and well-meaning community of friends and family as she seeks out answers. When a classroom pet turns up with what might be the key ...

Festive felonies, keepsakes, and a Christmas conundrum with claws… The holidays are here again, but this year the Christmas season in Hummings Hollow is anything but merry and bright. At first, everything is all fun and games when Ruff discovers a litter of mischievous kittens playing near a Christmas tree farm’s oldest and most majestic tree, but things take a dark turn when the reclusive owner is found dead under mysterious circumstances. To make matters worse, a prized family heirloom—a star-shaped tree topper rumored to hold the clue to a hidden treasure—is reported missing. ...

A deadly premonition. A killer at large. A group of suspicious vendors. Maybe hosting a craft fair during Halloween was a bad idea. When a craft fair comes to the small town of Crystal Falls during Halloween, no one expects the event to end in murder. To make matters worse, all the evidence points to Cliff, the man Luke’s mom is in love with, as the prime suspect. Luke makes it a personal quest to help his mom, but as incriminating clues are discovered, he starts to wonder if Cliff’s innocence is a sure thing. The investigation intensifies as the craft fair vendors reveal hidden secrets...

Iris finally landed her dream job as campaign manager for Aiden Duggin’s run for governor. Too bad it coincides with her once-in-a-lifetime wedding. How will she balance political rallies and press conferences with picking out the perfect dress and the most delicious wedding cake? Luckily, her two sisters will help. They all coordinated their weddings to be on the same day. One is marrying the creator of the Dream Droids franchise, and the other, a Dream Droid. Iris isn’t sure how she feels about her sister marrying a robot. More than that, Aiden’s campaign seems to come down to one ...

Lily Gardner is proud to enter her rare “Midnight’s Bloom” orchid in Willowbrook’s annual flower show, a quiet village celebration of local gardens and rare plants. As part of her Aunt Flora’s legacy. But just as her chance at a prize seems within reach, disaster strikes when local gardener Rupert Dyer is found dead. The village quickly descends, into a flurry of rumors, and suspicion falls on Lily. Determined to clear her name and protect The Garden Gate, her beloved greenhouse, Lily sets out to uncover the truth along with the truth of her beloved Aunt Flora’s death. But what ...

Newly widowed, Macy Garson is doing her best to live a simple and secure life that her beloved Jake would have been proud of. She loves her volunteer work at the Happy Paws dog sanctuary, but if she doesn't find a way to make money, and fast, she may not be able to keep up with her mortgage payments in a month or so.

Welcome to the enchanting coastal town of Morro Bay in California, where the gentle breeze whispers through the palm trees and the grating sounds of sea lions and seagulls create a symphony of nature. Meet Donner, the brave German Shepherd, and his clever feline companion, Festus, as they unite to safeguard their beloved community. With Acting Chief Wilson by their side and a network of animal allies, Donner and Festus embark on a thrilling mission to ensure Morro Bay remains safe. However, as a mysterious newcomer raises suspicions and tensions escalate, Coroner Mark finds himself on high ...

Tennessee transplant Lilly Echosby has two great loves: dogs and mysteries. So naturally she's named her poodles Aggie, after Agatha Christie, and Rex, for Rex Stout. Now that she has two dogs to manage, it makes sense to enter Aggie in an obedience competition - especially since her instructor is Lilly's gal pal, Scarlet "Dixie" Jefferson.

Gourmet grudges, Thanksgiving thievery, and a feast of foul play… The quaint town of Hummings Hollow is famed for its festive Thanksgiving celebrations, but this year, the holiday menu is marred by a serving of murder. Celebrity chef Griffith Wille's unexpected death under suspicious circumstances during a televised cooking competition leaves everyone in shock. To make matters more complicated, a series of mysterious cookbook thefts are occurring all over town. Could these culinary capers be linked to the chef's untimely demise? Angela senses something sinister simmering beneath the ...

When murder crashes his vacation, can a techie in paradise still catch some waves while snaring a killer? Marty Golden is ready to kick back at the beach. When his neighbor offers free rooms in Hawaii, the software engineer is quick to round up his girlfriend, sister, and nieces for the luau of a lifetime. But his arrival at the resort turns his sun-filled hopes into hunches about homicide after he encounters a very deceased and inconvenient body. Pressured into helping, a grudging Marty uses his sharp attention to detail to hone in on a crucial clue missed by the police. But his half-...

Survival instincts are tested in the wild. When Maggie Shaw and her therapy dog Bentley attend a search and rescue event at Mount Rainier, they find themselves in a deadly conspiracy that could cost them everything. This thrilling adventure will keep your heart racing! Why You Need This Book: Join Maggie and Bentley as they navigate danger and deception in the great outdoors. If you love suspenseful mysteries with heartwarming canine companions, this book is a must-read!Key Features: 🐾 High-Stakes Thriller: A captivating plot with twists and turns that will keep you guessing until the ...