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Dead Body on the Roof of Cora's Bakery When a dead body with strange puncture wounds is dumped on the roof of Cora and Nana's bakery, suspicions abound on whether it was a supernatural or mundane killing. Especially since Cora heard the body dropping on the roof at 2am. The victim was a warlock...could he have tangled with the wrong paranormal? A rival in the victim's field may have had it out for him or perhaps an estranged aunt wanted her revenge. A purple mist is plaguing Cora. She knows it has to do with Sophie, but could it be something even more menacing. Especially when the mist ...

A Nail Salon Murder and a Suspicious NanaCora is up to her eyeballs in cake dough as the annual baking competition is ready to start. But she is sidelined when a nail tech at the local salon is murdered. Cora and friends were just there the day before, and what she witnessed has several people on the suspect list.Nana has been acting strange toward Sophie for a while now and Cora is over it. She doesn't understand what Nana has against her. Is it because she fears Sophie will steal Cody away from Cora...or is there more going on? Ben has gone on vacation so she can't get answers from him. ...

Charli's on the hunt to discover more about her heritage and why her dreams are becoming desperate. When Charli finds her grandmother, however, Elle needs her for another murder case. Charli's heritage will have to wait as the pair are led on a wild goose chase that includes a Mexican witch. Will Charlie and Elle find themselves in a mystical world that is beyond their imagination? And will Charli finally discover the true meaning behind her dreams? Find out in the last book of The Dreamer Trilogy

A Witch, a Ghoul and a Racoon Shifter Walk Into a Bar Clarice, aka Click, is a witch who was accidentally or intentionally institutionalized. She can't remember which. Her former roommate in said institution, Sherry, aka Scatter and raccoon shifter, decides to bust her out. And Walter, a ghoul and former employee of the institute decides to join the little adventure. And what do three paranormal figures need...a mundane private investigator named Maribel. The paranormal peeps decide to build their own private eye business investigating supernatural phenomenon, but are dragged into an actual...

Welcome to Cabot's Keep..A Haven for Witches and a Haughty Kitty Familiar In the quaint town where the Renaissance fair comes to life, not everything is as it seems. My name is Cora, and along with my Nana, father Ben, and a good portion of the townsfolk, we share a bewitching secret. While some mundane residents dismiss our magical heritage as mere folklore, we practice our craft discreetly, minding our manners and keeping a low profile. Together, Nana and I run the town's beloved bakery. She's the mastermind behind our delectable treats, while I provide the muscle to handle the weighty ...

Lingering Shadows in Archer's Hollow As the age-old clash between light and dark converges on Archer's Hollow, a chilling murder disrupts the balance. Fiona finds herself not only unraveling the mystery behind the fallen enemy but grappling with the repercussions that follow. Meanwhile, Levi harbors a secret. Will it extinguish the spark of romance kindling between him and Fiona? Or will the impending battle between two powerful covens herald the end of all they hold dear?

A Cursed Artifact that Delays Death? When a healing artifact delays death, what is the downside? With any cursed antique, there is always a price to pay. Cecilia, Clarence and Edgar discover a new enemy and a familiar face when they travel to collect an antique crucible that's too good to be true. Or have they encountered an artifact that shouldn't be locked away? Find out in the newest adventure in the Curiosity Shop Cozy Mysteries

Can Dreams Solve Crimes? As Charli slumbers, her dreamscape unfolds, far surpassing the ordinary reveries of others. Within these nocturnal visions, enigmatic images and cryptic messages seem to speak directly to her, guiding her towards solving perplexing crimes. However, these elusive dreams are anything but straightforward. Charli must rely on her keen intellect and intuition to decipher their hidden meanings and unlock the secrets they hold. As she navigates the shadowy realms of her subconscious, she is drawn ever deeper into a world of mystery and intrigue, where the line between ...

A 150 Year Old Curse, a Mysterious Locket, and Ruffled Ghost Feathers Digger discovers an antique locket on a headstone in the cemetery, and when he takes it into the Grumpy Chicken Pub, the ghost fowl has a conniption! What does our feathered friend know about the locket that our crew doesn't? What secrets does the woman in the locket's picture hold? And will it expose a century old curse? Find out in the fourth installment of the Grumpy Chicken Irish Pub series, and experience the points of view of not only Ginger, but Dixie, Digger, Ida, Edith and others in this special cozy mystery ...

Flames of Deceit Burn Bright in Archer's Hollow! Where there's smoke, there's a mystery—and this one's about to ignite. A baffling blaze claims a life, and though many see it as a tragic accident, Fiona and Levi sense a more sinister story smoldering beneath. The victim, enshrouded in a past of treachery and grudges, wasn't short of adversaries. But would someone truly fan the flames of vengeance to this deadly extent? Together, the duo dives deep into a sizzling cauldron of suspicions and secrets. Every clue heats up the trail, and every whisper could either be a warning or a confession....

The mysterious death of a wealthy matriarch... A cameo that pulses when danger is present... An antique shop only open in the dead of night... A funky sidekick... Grace Longstreet just wants to go to the beach, but when the matriarch of a wealthy family dies mysteriously in her home, the ocean breezes will have to wait. When the family of the deceased wants Grace to declare the death suspicious, her intuition flares. Grace is an insurance appraiser/adjuster for fine antiquities and a part time archeologist. She also wears a magical cameo that warns her of impending danger. Her mother's ...

Secrets Revealed The search for Becky's mother has led her to Stillwater. Along the way she's battled witch hunters, werewolves and her own grandmother. Nothing is going to stop her from finding out who her mother is and why she left her, even if that means learning a terrible truth.

Amidst the boisterous revelry of The Grumpy Chicken Irish Pub, Ginger O'Mallory, the spirited proprietor, stumbles upon a shocking scene: the town's infamous Black Widow is dead, halting her notorious spree of husband hunting. As whispers of secrets intensify and glasses clink louder, this debut in a fresh series offers more than just a pint of the usual. A pub named for a peculiar poultry? Check. Mysterious ghostly apparitions of said chicken? Indeed. Dive into this uproarious adventure with a cast of vibrant, quip-happy characters and uncover the truth behind the laughter and the legends.

The Grumpy Chicken Gang Loses One of Its Own When the Grumpy Chicken ghost starts kicking up dust in the pub, her warnings jive with the town's medium Star. Star is visited by the ghost of one of Dog's old army buddies and he has a warning. These spooky revelations lead the gang on a hunt for a killer and one of them may not come home alive.

Something evil is heading to the town of Stillwater.... The 150th year anniversary of the town's founding is only a few days away and the witches feel their power growing. The battlefield ghosts are becoming more life like as well. But with it comes a sense of dread and doom. Every 50 years the town of Stillwater must endure tragedy. And this year one of their own goes missing right before her eyes took on a hideous glare. What does it all mean? More revelations are put forth...are they good or bad? Find out in the newest book in the Witches of Stillwater Cozy Series.

The Staggered Births of the Triplet Witches Reuniting after years apart, three sisters find their latent powers springing to life, evolving into potent shields against looming darkness. Despite sharing a birthright, they've grown up unaware of their shared lineage, thanks to being brought up by a secretive grandmother and an enigmatic great aunt. As the shadows of an unsolved serial murder case resurface, troubling signs emerge— their young cousin bears unexplained bruises, and the townsfolk are growing increasingly sinister. Can the sisters, bound by blood but unaware of their profound ...

In the gripping final installment of the saga, join Hazel, Harken, Jaxon, and Rummi as they step into the mysterious town of Ravenswood, where dark forces stir and danger lurks in every shadow. The team is met with a chilling scene – the ritualistic murder of a renowned scholar, eerily reminiscent of the horrors they faced in Osage. Without the guidance of Hazel's grandmother, Ethel, will they be able to unravel the sinister plot brewing beneath the surface? Amidst the unfolding mystery, Hazel is faced with a daunting challenge: to uncover whether a powerful cult is at work, intent on ...

A Werewolf Scared of his Shadow, a Fairy Mob, and a Jilted Harpie When a murder occurs in Nikatomia and Barry, the werewolf barista, is named as the top suspect, the gang must stay within their realm to help. But does Vana, Winnie and Alan know Barry all that well. He seems pleasant enough and more of a wuss than a fierce wolf. Is it all a role he's playing? Some think so. But there are other suspects, such as the fairy mob. It's said the victim owed the fairy mob and you don't want to mess with these tiny but treacherous beings. They may appear waif like, but they'll kick your can from ...

Just as the quaint town begins to heal from a series of grisly murders, Cora finds solace in the arrival of Lucas' effervescent sister, Tina. Her youthful exuberance brings a much-needed breath of fresh air to the once idyllic community. But when the unexpected death of an enigmatic elderly woman shatters their respite, the mystery deepens, and Cora can't help but question if the woman's affinity for the arcane might be connected to the elusive Trial of the Six Crystals. As chilling revelations emerge, a haunting red and orange aura surrounding the woman's lifeless visage casts an ominous ...

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.