A dead body is found floating in a lake. A child's drawing places her at the crime scene. The shocking connection lands her in deep water.For fans of Clue, Nancy Drew, and small-town cozy mysteries!Advice columnist Olivia Penn’s cozy hometown of Apple Station, Virginia, is buzzing with preparations for the annual fall festival and Halloween parade. Pumpkins, witches, and ghosts line the streets, the leaves are turning, and the crisp autumn air makes for perfect sweater weather. With a new romance blooming, the season feels more charming than spooky—until a lakeside picnic with a friend puts her in the wrong place at the wrong time.When a body is discovered amid an algae bloom under mysterious circumstances, long-standing tensions between a local organic farm and a country club resurface, revealing multiple motives for murder. As suspects point fingers, the only reliable witness is a young boy with autism who doesn’t speak.As Olivia investigates why the child has linked her to the crime scene, she uncovers a crucial clue hiding in plain sight. But when an unexpected encounter leads to a startling revelation, she must improvise a risky plan to stop the killer. With time running out, justice hinges on quick thinking and a leap of faith.Can Olivia unmask the killer before the evidence vanishes? Or will she become the next victim and be silenced forever?What Amazon readers are saying about Kathleen’s novels:“Didn’t disappoint! The characters are engaging, and the plot is suspenseful.”“A wonderful second entry into a fun cozy mystery series!”“A page-turning mystery brimming with cozy details and murder suspects.”“I enjoy all the details of the town, especially the seasonal touches.”“Her journalist brain makes her one talented sleuth.”“Clever and engaging, blooming good with another complex mystery.”“A compelling mix of environmental issues, organic farming, and Halloween fun.”“Sensory-laden descriptions and richly emotional banter.”“Realistic, admirable characters … a troubled vet, a single mother, a special needs child.”“A fast-paced, gripping, page-turner with true-to-life characters.”“Inclusion of disability and diverse cultural traditions added meaningful depth.”“A favorite in my book!”“Couldn’t wait to read the next one in the series!”“A complex mystery with a nice bit of romance and plenty of small-town charm.”Silence Says the Most is the gripping second installment in the award-winning Olivia Penn Mystery Series. This fast-paced, heartwarming cozy mystery features charming characters, small-town intrigue, and a heroine you’ll love to root for. Perfect for fans of amateur sleuths, cozy suspense, and clean, feel-good mysteries.Dive into the enchanting world of Apple Station, where a clever sleuth is always on the case. Your next unputdownable cozy mystery awaits! Read today!

A reluctant psychic back in her superstitious hometown.A talking cat. Small town gossips. A murder.Sprinkle in humor and a few ghostly encounters.The Scrying Game is a cozy mystery full of humor, suspense, and paranormal exploits.When I was seven, I had my first vision. My death played out like a movie in my head. That same vision has played out more times than I can count. Over the years, there've been many more.My mother always wanted me to hide my gift away. That’s what she called it, a gift. It was never a gift.Now, my great aunt has left me a house and a cat, forcing me back to my hometown to sort out everything I wanted to leave behind.But it turns out, Aunt Cora is a little less dead than I thought. The old psychic inhabits the body and mind of the cat—and she’s hellbent on teaching me how to properly use my psychic abilities.That's not the only trouble I find in Mossy Pointe, Florida. I'm not in town for ten minutes before I'm thrust into the middle of a murder investigation—an investigation that puts me on a collision course with the vision I've been running away from all my life.The Scrying Game is the first in an all-new paranormal mystery series starring Willow Brown from Christine Zane Thomas's Witching Hour series.

You’re not supposed to fall in love when investigating your aunt’s disappearance.When Maisie Bloom inherits her aunt’s cottage in Yorkshire, life is perfect, including her two love interests. But when mysterious mail and blog posts arrive, she discovers Aunt Ada was investigating the disappearance of a prolific author in Paris. Was it murder? Soon Maisie is hot on the trail.But can you sleuth in Paris without falling in love?Perfect for fans of Death in Paradise, Beyond Paradise, Madame Blanc Mysteries and Marlow Murder Club.REVIEWS:'Maisie Bloom is Bridget Jones meets Miss Marple in a highly original cosy-mystery romance ...' Reviewer ?????The novel is sprinkled with witty dialogue and laugh-out-loud moments and while the romance is light and charming, the mystery keeps things engaging, culminating in a surprisingly satisfying twist. Maisie felt like the girl next door—relatable, warm, and someone you can’t help but root for.’ Reviewer ?????‘This wonderful mystery is a gift for readers who enjoy cozy crime, intrigue and romance. Loved Maisie and I want to solve more mysteries with her. More Please!’ Lizzie Lamb – RNA Indie Author Champion ?????‘Refreshingly different! Laugh-out-loud humour laced with whimsy, eccentric characters and delightful glimpses of the Yorkshire countryside and romantic Paris. Will Maisie find what she is searching for? I so enjoyed the journey. I love the pearls of wisdom sprinkled in this lovely story.’ Reviewer ?????‘Maisie is quite a unique character- a fascinating blend of innocence, creativity, joy, even zaniness. Loved her in this book and looking forward to seeing how her life and world evolve in future books. Congratulations! Readers are going to fall in love with Maisie. There are many other delightful characters, too. And we all love to read about small villages in Yorkshire!’ Jena Henry – Award winning US podcaster and reviewer ?????‘A Gift for Maisie Bloom is all things delicious… Not one but two handsome heroes present themselves for your (and the heroine’s) approval. I defy you not to laugh out loud at the antics of the nosy neighbours. Do you like a glamorous background? Take a trip to Paris with Maisie in search of her errant aunt, dead – or not? – in a tragic accident while pursuing a mystery of her own.’ P. Stoner – Author and journalist ?????

Abigail Summers, dressmaker in life, brilliant sleuth in death, is called to investigate two murders at a paranormal weekend in the haunted Three Crows Pub in Grimbles Cross.Helped by psychic medium, Hayley Moon, her police constable husband and the resident ghosts of the inn, they need to find out which of the ghost hunters hated Tyler Drayton enough to kill him in the infamous room six. Or is the case connected to the nearby Priory?Meanwhile, a birdwatcher takes a photograph in Ridgeway Wood with unexpected consequences. After Abigail and the spectral sleuths discover the body of rich influencer, Felicity Fortescue, they suspect that the murderer could be from the village - or the nearby archery club. But are the cases really connected, and who's the culprit?The seventh book in Ann Parker’s series of cozy mysteries set in the small village of Becklesfield, THE DEADLY COACHING INN weaves together suspense, humour and a touch of the paranormal.

Running a cozy book café can be murder … especially when the past just won’t stay buried. Callie loves a timeless classic. She thought running a shop in her charming southern town meant quiet days, good tea, and lots of spare time to read. But when a strange journal turns up in a donation box, it leads her straight to the town’s oldest Creole manor—and to the body of a very prominent friend.But the ladies in the dead woman’s bridge club are tight lipped and snooty, the town planner is acting shady, and the bad boy carpenter who worked for the late Alma Jessup has been spreading rumors. Everybody seems to have something to hide. And the more Callie starts poking around, the less sleepy her little hamlet becomes.As Callie, Josh and Maya get tangled up with the quirky townsfolk, the clock begins ticking. More bodies. More books. And of course, more bubble tea. Will the trio be able to get to the bottom of things before time runs out?And just how many secrets can one old mansion hold?Find out in this tight cozy full of southern charm, lovable characters, and a mystery that will have you guessing until the very last moments. Fans of Ellie Alexander, Tonya Kappes, and Katie Gayle say they “can’t put this book down!”

Donut Lady, an amateur senior sleuth, sifts through clues. The serial killer squirms under the heat of exposure. It’s time for Donut Lady to die.Karen O’Brien moves to her hometown in south Georgia and buys a charming, old-fashioned donut shop, complete with the owner's dog and cat. However, shadows and terrifying nightmares from her twelve years in prison disrupt her new life; or are they trying to help?Her struggle to adapt to civilian life becomes even more complicated when the boy no one cares about except her suddenly disappears from his sketchy living conditions.While Donut Lady searches for the missing boy and pursues clues to solve a prison murder, the killer stalks her.