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An Eccentric Aunt, A French bulldog, And Heart-Stopping Intrigue…Finding Peace of Mind: The Pet Psychic Cozy Mystery Series Prequel After a car accident, Tansy Silver, an art student, was left with a constant buzzing in her head. Distressed and looking for help, she decides to visit her loving but eccentric Aunt Vivian and her French bulldog Hank in the small Appalachian town of Pine Ridge. Her holistic store, Peace of Mind, offers a plethora of herbs, herbal blends, and more. Tansy soon discovers she has a startling pet psychic animal communicator ability with Hank. And just when she ...

Step into the magical world of Moonlight Hollow in this enchanting prequel to the bestselling Witches of Moonlight Hollow series! 'Moonlight Whiskers: The Enchanting Tale of Andy, The Magical Black Cat' invites you on an unforgettable journey that will leave you spellbound. Before he was Eleanor the Witch's psychic confidant and Moonlight Hollow’s most mysterious feline, Andy was just a curious black kitten with unexplained powers. At first it wasn't clear to him how he would fit into the world in which he found himself. So how did he become the cat with mystical abilities we know and ...

A Struggling Boy, a Courageous Dog, and a New Friendship, Saving Samuel: A Very Human Dog Lover Story Amy feels something bad is happening to her son Samuel lately. As time passes, she feels increasingly worried, confused, and doesn’t know what to do. She hangs on by focusing on the fact that her husband Jack would be home from work soon, and she would be able to share the problem with him. “It was true. Samuel was ten years old, and, in the last year, it seemed as though a change had come over him. He had always been such a sweet boy, happy and outgoing, but he had seemingly become ...

Unveil the Hidden Secrets of the “Amulet of Shadows” The Mystic Market Caper :A Witches of Moonlight Hollow Cozy Mystery Once a year, supernatural vendors from distant corners of the world come to Moonlight Hollow, drawn to the legendary Midnight Market—an ancient and esteemed hub of witchcraft arts trade that has stood the test of time. For Eleanor, it is a chance to initiate Lucy into the enchanting alternate realm that unveils itself within the market, and an opportunity to cross paths with Professor Jeremiah Higgins, a renowned master of ancient magic, and unveil the secrets of ...

In Second Glance, Second Chance, a single mother, Kara, decides to explore the dating world again with a gentle push from her best friend Tammy. The catch? She uses a dating app exclusively for animal lovers, hoping to find someone who appreciates her faithful Alaskan Malamute, Lemmy, as much as she does. As Kara navigates the tricky waters of dating with a busy career, a teenage son, and her furry companion, she unexpectedly matches with Steve, her first crush from high school. Steve, now the owner of a hiking company that organizes dog-friendly outdoor adventures, rekindles old feelings ...

Two families wrenched by a distant war. One hero dog. A Very Human Dog Lover Story about Loss and the Healing Power of Love. When Penny was initially able to adopt her brother's service dog, she was happy to have this big Anatolian shepherd as her companion. Thor, a four-legged Navy SEAL, retired soon after the combat death of his handler, Penny’s brother, Petty Officer Willard Moss. But now Thor is missing. “I’ve looked everywhere,” Penny sobbed. “I’ve posted fliers up and down Route Ninety-Seven. It’s been months.” Bent over the dining table, the tall and lanky Penny Moss ...

A Vicious Killer is on the Loose in Pine Ridge… The Murder Map Mystery: A Tansy & Hank Pet Psychic Cozy Mystery In this new mystery, Tansy and her friends stumble upon a murder during the Pine Ridge Pioneer Days celebration. The killer clearly doesn't want Tansy to figure out who committed the crime, but she's determined to get to the bottom of things. The investigation leads her down some unexpected paths and ultimately reveals a complicated web of secrets. Get ready for a suspense story with intrigue, secrets, and plenty of danger that readers will engage in trying to solve along with ...

Never Underestimate a Jack Russell’s Ability to Survive. Through this captivating story, A Terrier Kind of Family author Miranda Rose Barker takes us on a heartwarming journey alongside Jackie, a petite brunette who was typically the source of cheer in any group; Nathan, a flight instructor who abandoned New York in search for a quieter and happier place; and Chase, an energetic Jack Russell terrier. “For thirty minutes every Saturday morning, Chase would spend it on the road with Wilfred Ringbaum, making their way to his cabin in the woods. And then, for two glorious days, he would ...

A Desperate Woman, a Ghost Whisperer, and an Unsolved Mystery When Eden, a ghost-whisperer and tarot reader, is invited on a trip to the nearby apple orchard by her niece Maddie and her husband Simon, Eden was curious about it and happy to join them. But then she received a strange call from Shane, her boyfriend - and a Sycamore Grove detective. “Hello, sweetie. How are you?” His sultry voice coming through the line makes my toes curl. “I’m good. How are you?” “It was a slow morning until I got called to Apple Tree Lane.” “Let me guess. The apple orchard?” I wonder if this...

Ghosts, Love, Suspense, and Dead Bodies The Ghostly Art of Flowers Mystery: A Sycamore Grove Paranormal Cozy Mystery When Eden receives a message from Shane, her detective boyfriend, she knows she has to reschedule her trip to Pine Ridge for another day. He’s working on a new case. “Nothing too intense, I hope.” Olivia sighs. “After the whole coin craziness, I’m ready for Sycamore Grove to get back to normal.” I smirk slightly. I would love to see a “normal” Sycamore Grove. Since moving here, I now see and talk to ghosts, plus I’ve helped solve a murder and barely escaped ...

An Addictive Story of Cupcakes, Love, and Murder. The Cupcake Calamity Mystery. Popular novelist Miranda Rose Barker will take you on a gripping murder mystery with a twist of romance in the second installment of the series, A Sweets of Snowkeep Cozy Mystery. “The victim in the murder was Maureen Jackson. On her nightstand, there was a half-eaten box of cupcakes. There was no sign of an external injury, and the probable cause of death might have been poison. You’re a potential suspect because of the cupcakes,” Kirk explains. “Again.” When Katy Hawthorne, the owner of “Sweet ...

Awakening to a World of Supernatural Mysteries Words from her grandmother echo in Eleanor's mind, 'You've got the gift, my girl,' yet she remains convinced she's nothing more than an ordinary girl, and feelings of inadequacy cast shadows upon her heart. Then one day, fate leads Eleanor to cross paths with Andy, a mysterious cat, and everything changes. With her grandmother's guidance, Eleanor begins to realize the truth—she holds within her supernatural powers. A world she once thought was beyond her grasp now unfolds before her. Embarking on an extraordinary journey of self-discovery, ...

Riley Ravenswood, The Chief Diva of Snowkeep, Is Dead. The Pumpkin Bread Mystery: A Sweets of Snow keep Cozy Culinary Mystery For Katy, an independent middle-aged woman, opening her own bakery, “Sweet Sensations” has been one of the best decisions of her entire life. The bakery has quickly become a favorite in Snowkeep, a snowy small town in the mountains located a few hours from the big apple. And everything looks nice and dandy for Katy. Nothing could go wrong now… could it? “I knock on the front door, and a moment later, it opens slowly, revealing Ryan on the other side of the ...

In A Town Where Everyone Knows Everyone, A Small Secret Can Lead to Fatal Consequences... That's How the Cookie Crumbles: A Little-Pinch-of-Murder Cozy Mystery Lydia is the happy owner of a small but thriving bakery, and today is one of those busy days for her and Callie, her assistant. Lydia is also excited to test out a new recipe for a new tasty tart and wants to offer her friend Penelope a chance to give her feedback. Penelope is a vigorous older lady who lives by herself on the outskirts of town. She’s a slightly eccentric, but friendly figure around the small town where they live. ...

Witches, Secrets, and an Ancient Spell Unleash Unforeseen Darkness. The Cursed Keepsakes Caper: A Witches of Moonlight Hollow Cozy Mystery The streets were reasonably quiet in Moonlight Hollow. Dark clouds loomed in the sky, signaling an approaching storm. Eleanor was closing her shop when an abrupt gust of wind startled her, sending an eerie shiver down her spine. She had a feeling – it wasn't merely the approaching storm that unsettled her. There was something else, an inexplicable sensation gnawing at her senses. No one in town was ready for what was coming. Unleashed from an ancient ...

Blood, Crime, Mystery… In the Old Town of Rocky Sands When Jess, a charming event planner, and business owner, had the idea of organizing a charity auction to help out the small town she lives in, she thought it would be a success and much easier to coordinate than some of the events she had worked on back in the big city. Events soon take a dark turn when the wealthy owner of the grand estate where the auction was held is found murdered. From then on, things started to go downhill fast for Jess. “The owner of the house has been murdered.” The next few hours went by in a blur for Jess...

In A World Of Sweet Treats Decoding Family Secrets Can Be A Recipe For Disaster. Sugar Glazed Murder: A Little-Pinch-of-Murder Cozy Mystery Lydia, a warm and friendly bakery owner, is shocked when she learns that her grandfather has passed away under enigmatic circumstances, just as he was planning to pay her a visit for the very first time. Determined to unravel the truth, Lydia embarks on a quest to delve deeper into the circumstances surrounding his demise, only to discover that his death was, in fact, a deliberate act of murder. This event leads Lydia to meet and visit her extended ...

Summer Song: A Story of Love, Music, and Serendipity A Summerfield Sisters Romance. “Setting her coffee cup down on a nearby table, Bella Summerfield approached the grand piano that stood majestically in the center of the room. Its keys called out to her, almost inviting her, as if the piano were suddenly animated and she were Belle from Beauty and the Beast. At least Belle had a beast. On the other hand, Bella didn’t have anyone remotely close to a romantic partner, another spice she felt her life severely lacked. Her patience was wearing thin with the lack of seasoning in her life.”...

When Eden Kyle, an artist and tarot reader, moves to Sycamore Grove to help her niece develop a new store as a business, she starts seeing and hearing ghosts in the building where she is visiting. She soon has an encounter with the spirit of a recently murdered man who had been staying at the local B and B.

Bang! Bang! The Not-OK Corral Murder Mystery Everyone in Pine Ridge is preparing for a big Pioneer Days show for tourists in town. In the midst of the excitement, Tansy Silver and her French bulldog Hank find themselves on a life-threatening quest for answers as they try to unravel the web of intrigue and mystery left behind after a surprising crime that shocked the small town, all while a young woman's potential engagement is on the line. “Bang! Bang! I jumped, even though I knew the gunfight scene was coming. Well, not much of a gunfight. Ted’s part gets the jump on Mark and shoots ...