Voice recognition mistake of the day: “She was buttering mad.” 🧈 … or perhaps sputtering.

The Harlequin Worldwide Mystery edition of Something Shady at Sunshine Haven was part of their December 2024 book club shipment. The mass market paperback (smaller size) is now available for sale ($7.99) on Harlequin.com. Get free shipping with orders over $30, which makes this a possibility for a book club – or if you want to shop other Harlequin mystery or romance novels!

Of course, all the Accidental Detective humorous mysteries are available in the larger trade paperback size and in ebook at all retailers, and the first three are in audio. Readers say, “The characters are human, relatable, and nicely drawn. Good fun!” and “What a well-written, engaging story! The characters were awesome and their personalities were believable...and great!”

News: I'll be headed to Niagara Falls for the Romance Writers of America conference in July, as a speaker! I’ve never been in that region, and I’m looking forward to meeting one of my editors, lots of other authors, and some readers.

If you love romance, check out my Furrever Friends Sweet Romance series, the Accidental Billionaire Cowboys sweet romance series, and the Felony Melanie: Sweet Home Alabama romantic comedy novels.

Fun Link: Check out this sweet video of a guy learning dances from people from around the world: "Best of Favorite Dance Moves (2024)"

Hubby and I went to the Bosque del Apache wildlife refuge and saw the coyote and snow geese pictured here, a group of javelina (below), turkeys, mule deer, multiple birds of prey, and lots of ducks and small birds.

Find More New Books and Authors!

The Spymaster of Escondida by Lottie Morgan: “Crown Prince Martin Alvarez is ready to propose to Lucia during the holiday season. All he needs is her father’s blessing. As the spymaster of Escondida, Miguel often goes deep undercover and is in the middle of an important mission when Lucia sets up a meeting. A scheduling conflict brings his mission and the prince together, so he takes Martin along for the ride. Will he have Martin back in time for Christmas?” 99 cents or free in KU, as are the other short books in this series.

The Fungo Society by Jeff Stanger: “Jonathan Quick is a savant when it comes to sports relics and a complete failure in relationships. He has a moral code for antiques and nothing else. A mysterious group of old ballplayers named the Fungo Society are convinced one of their own has been murdered, although the police ruled it a suicide. Quick takes the case, but he’s competing against a vindictive real estate developer and his nemesis in the auction trade, while the geriatric Fungo Society begin an unintentionally hilarious campaign of revenge.” Only 99 cents for this “thrilling and funny” novel.

She Knew Too Much by Jemma Stark: “FBI Special Agent Briana Song is determined to find her friend Carmen Williams, an investigative reporter who was working on an exposé of corruption in D.C. when she went missing from her New Orleans apartment. Briana must follow Carmen’s notes to unravel the clues to who took her. Racing to locate Carmen before her friend is silenced for good, Briana takes risky steps to infiltrate the criminal underground. Can Briana outwit those desperate to silence Carmen for good, even if it means putting herself in the crosshairs?” Part of a series; book one is 99 cents.

Peril on the Peninsula by Theresa L. Carter: “Alex Paige is anxious to get back to being a travel writer after a year off for cancer treatment. A visit to an idyllic Wisconsin resort seems like an easy start. But a greedy developer Alex once put in jail is buying the resort, so something must be fishy. Then the felon’s partner is murdered. With the help of her irrepressible friend William and a lantern-jawed boat captain, Alex is determined to save the resort and expose the killer.” Free with newsletter signup and "filled with quirky characters, a beautiful locale, and villains you'll love to hate." 

Sweet enemies-to-lovers Romance: ❤️Do you love to see 'enemies' fall in love as they overcome their differences or misconceptions about each other? This bunch offers juicy, low-steam enemies-to-lovers romance (including my novel Pride and Prejudice at The Cat Café.)

Mystery, Thriller, & Suspense Freebies: Need some excitement? Check out the March Edition of these freebies – over 70 of them – and you might find your next favorite series! Each is free with newsletter signup (unsubscribe any time).

Cute pet photo of the day: my friend's cat Chip helping with the laundry. 

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Learn more about the Accidental Detective humorous mystery series, the Accidental Billionaire Cowboys sweet romance series, the Felony Melanie: Sweet Home Alabama romantic comedy novels or Romantic Suspense in the Southwest.