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It's not every day you see your own funeral 20 years into the future. Lucky me. Hey, I'm Lilith Blackward and when I was young and stupid I commandeered a spell that ripped a hole in time and took me to the worst day of my life. Actually, my life was over but, well, you get the drift. Now I'm saddled with my older self's ghost who is very irritating. Yes, I realize I'm talking about myself. Why is life so complicated? So now I must figure out how I was murdered. How do I know I was killed...because Older Lilith's Ghost can't remember how she died and the only way that happens is if I was ...

Enchanted Relics, Shadowy Orders, and a Mischievous Phantom Upon her return to the mystical town of Destiny Point, Cecilia Parish expects to aid her ailing uncle and his revered antique emporium. Little does she know, her world is about to shift into realms of enchantment and peril. While all antiques carry tales of the past, some harbor curses, casting shadows and weaving malevolent fates around those who possess them. Her uncle, far from a mere collector, is a guardian. He seeks out these cursed relics to shield the world from their dark allure and the malefic desires of those yearning ...

Discover Archer's Hollow: A Place Where Magic Isn't Just a Fairy Tale. Where shadows whisper secrets and relics hold untold power... Fiona Byrne is back in town, but this isn't the Archer's Hollow she once knew. As she inherits Aunt Agatha's quaint cottage, she's thrust into a whirlwind of enigma. Why is Aunt Cassandra so keen on driving her away? Dive deep into a world where friends may be foes, where an ancient society of witches protects powerful relics, and where Fiona's lineage might just be the key to it all. When a precious relic vanishes and the scent of murder fills the air, can ...

Be very Afraid when the Ghosts are Spooked! When Shelby's sister Harriet isn't acting herself and the ghosts of Mad River Old Town are in hiding, she knows something isn't quite right. Follow that with two inquisitive strangers, Shelby's in the fight for her sister's life. Just in time for Halloween! Join Shelby along with the ghosts of Mad River as they tackle an evil entity set to take over someone's body and soul.

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. ...

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 ...

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 ...

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, ...

Revenge's Double Edge A formidable rival emerges on Helga's horizon, as a new mega-store casts its shadow over her quaint establishment, threatening not just her business but the very essence of her craft. Concurrently, Jacob, the town's detective and Helga's old schoolmate, seeks her expertise in a dual murder case. Both victims were women who had eerily evaded justice for the deaths of their husbands. Could it be the spirits of the deceased husbands, returning from the afterlife for retribution? Perhaps someone in town couldn't stomach their unpunished crimes. Or is there a darker ...

When an innocent person is murdered, the suspect list isn't clear. Who would want to kill a friendly, but mousy victim? Could that person know more than they should have working in a large corporation where secrets may hide? A quarreling corporate family may have secrets worth killing over. Or was the victim not so innocent, having a secret life that led to her death? Has Wanda found love? She's not the type to give her heart willingly. Will Wren make an appearance and explain the reason for her absence?

The Best Man is a Dead Man Coco is trying to get her Mad Batter Bakery off the ground by catering the engagement party of one of the wealthy families in town. But when the best man ends up dead on the bottom of one of her catering carts, Coco wonders if she'll ever be free of the taint of discovering the dearly departed. Stella and Vivian are ready to help, but these old girls might be more trouble than Coco bargained for. And when Coco attempts sleuthing on her own, will she be next on the victim list? Not if handsome deputy Logan has anything to say about it. Coco can be infuriating with ...

Daddy's Home! The Triplets' father is home for a visit, and the girls have questions...like is he a wizard or sorcerer? And how is it he can traipse in and out of the Twih so easily? But just like their mother, some questions get answered but more pop up. What will the triplets find out about their parentage? Or are they better off not knowing? Find out in the third installment in The Triplet Witch Sisters Mystery Series

Welcome to The Blue Spruce Coffee Shop Where the Java is Hot and the Murder is Cold Blooded The Myrtle Lake gang, wearied by the town's persistent and puzzling ghost lights, is ready to take matters into their own hands—albeit at a pace set by their elder members. When a townsfolk mysteriously vanishes, all eyes dart towards these spectral illuminations. Yet, might there be an even more malevolent force lurking in the shadows? Throwing a wrench in their plans, the team unwittingly imbibes a peculiar brew with intoxicating side effects. Amidst the ensuing chaos, can Charlie rally the crew ...

Welcome to The Blue Spruce Coffee Shop Where the Java is Hot and the Murder is Cold Blooded Autumn in New England is a cherished season for the Purcell women, marked by the allure of golden pumpkins, crunchy leaves, and the buzz around Myrtle Lake's yearly Harvest Festival. With the coffee shop draped in autumnal charm and delightful fall treats in the making, the air is thick with neighborly chatter and playful jests. Yet, the festive spirit is jolted by the abrupt and dubious death of Jameson Creel, the village convenience store owner, in a dubious car mishap. Despite warnings from the ...

Hazel, the last in a venerable line of Guardians, shoulders the immense responsibility of protecting her family's ancient library. This trove of knowledge, brimming with scrolls and spell books of untold power, has been safeguarded by her lineage for generations. But Hazel's role as the library's protector is anything but straightforward, especially with Silas, her warlock-turned-brindle-cat familiar, who oscillates between disdain for frivolity and an unexpected fondness for grooming sessions. Rummi, Hazel's cousin and psychic confidant, lends her talents to the library's cause. When not ...

Welcome to The Mad Egg Diner Where the Eggs are Over Easy and the Murder is Hard Boiled Melody Bristol finally settles back into a comfortable work routine, only to have her life upended by the arrival of her aging parents. As they critique her every move and suggest it's time for her to remarry, Melody eagerly awaits their return to Florida. To add insult to injury, town gossips are buzzing with doubts about Melody and cowboy cop Gabe's recent success in solving a murder case. All Melody desires is to savor the blossoming romance between her and the charming detective. However, when ...

Mysteries of Parsons: Where Ghosts Stand Tall and Secrets Speak from Beyond Dive into a mesmerizing new series that promises to enchant and enthrall. Journey alongside Kacie Thatcher, a gifted medium whose uncanny abilities aren't just spiritual but also a lucrative enterprise. Yet, when echoes of a familial tragedy beckon her to her roots, she's ensnared in a nexus of sorcery, intrigue, and unexpected comrades. Drawn back to manage her distant sister's unsettled matters, Kacie is thrust amidst a tempest of magical undertakings. Aided by an enigmatic potion-crafting witch, a reclusive fae, ...

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 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

***This book was part of a Christmas Box Set Collection, Mistletoe & Murder*** The festive season is in full swing, and the Old School Diner crew is eager to join in the holiday merriment. However, their joyful anticipation is punctured when a visiting news anchor is brutally murdered on the cusp of Christmas. The killer leaves a distinctive calling card - a candy cane, but this is no ordinary festive ornament. What hidden meaning does this unconventional murder weapon hold? Meanwhile, a touch of enchantment fills the air as Mercy and Junior discover a remote workshop, tucked away from the ...