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Showing posts with label A Gretchen & Faith Cozy Mystery. Show all posts
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Sunday, September 8, 2024

NOW LIVE #AvailableNow #NewRelease #CozyMystery Why is She Dead?

Sunday, September 08, 2024 0 Comments

Print coming soon.

Available now!!!
Not going to make anyone wait until November for this (as previously listed in my release schedule. I feel like everyone has already waited so long for this series.

After successfully exposing a powerful criminal empire in her new hometown of North Carolina, Gretchen, the Scottish expat-turned-author, is ready to dive into the next chapter of her life. Having navigated the treacherous waters of amateur sleuthing, she returns to what she hopes will be a quieter existence—writing the second book in her Editor Series and rebuilding her life on the picturesque Carolina coast.
But peace is fleeting. When a prominent local woman is found dead under mysterious circumstances, Gretchen’s instincts tell her that there’s more to the story than meets the eye. The police are quick to label it an accident, but Gretchen isn’t so sure—especially when she discovers that the woman was a key figure in a project that could reshape the town’s future.
As she delves deeper into the investigation, Gretchen uncovers a web of secrets, lies, and hidden agendas. The victim had enemies—more than a few—and each of them had a motive to want her out of the picture. With the stakes higher than ever, Gretchen must once again balance her roles as an author and a sleuth, all while protecting herself from those who would do anything to keep their secrets buried.
In 
Why is She Dead?, Gretchen’s determination to uncover the truth puts her in the crosshairs of a new and dangerous adversary. The closer she gets to the truth, the more she realizes that the past has a way of catching up with you—and that not everyone who seems harmless truly is.

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Saturday, September 7, 2024

NOW LIVE #AvailableNow #NewRelease #CozyMystery The Beach Body

Saturday, September 07, 2024 0 Comments

Print available soon

You all have been waiting forever
forever
FOREVER
...and I decided not to make everyone wait until October.
Book 2 will be released this week as well.


After losing her mother and leaving behind her life in Scotland, Gretchen, a reclusive woman in her 40s, moves to the coastal town of Beaufort, North Carolina. Seeking solace and a fresh start, she finds a quaint condo with a stunning view of the ocean. With her loyal pitbull, Faith, by her side, Gretchen decides to pursue her dream of becoming an author, supplementing her income by offering affordable editing services to budding writers.
Gretchen’s new life seems serene, with quiet walks on the beach, peaceful mornings watching the waves, and afternoons spent editing manuscripts. But her tranquil routine takes a dark turn when Faith discovers a man slumped against a tree on the beach during their morning walk. Initially thinking he’s asleep, Gretchen’s concern grows when she realizes he hasn’t moved for hours. Upon closer inspection, she suspects the man is dead.
Her suspicions are confirmed when the police arrive, but Detective Kane Jenkins dismisses Gretchen’s observations, assuming she knows little beyond the fact that she found the body. Frustrated by the detective’s dismissive attitude, Gretchen decides to investigate on her own, convinced that something more sinister is at play.
As she delves deeper into the mystery, Gretchen uncovers secrets about the man’s life and his connections to the local community. Her quiet editing business unexpectedly becomes a gateway to the underbelly of this seemingly idyllic coastal town. With Faith as her steadfast companion, Gretchen navigates a web of lies, deceit, and danger that threatens to shatter her newfound peace.
In 
The Beach Body, Gretchen learns that some secrets are too dangerous to leave buried, and sometimes the only way to move forward is to confront the darkness head-on.


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Saturday, August 24, 2024

NEW #BookCovers for my Gretchen & Faith #CozyMystery Series

Saturday, August 24, 2024 1 Comments



Books 1-3 are complete and will start releasing no later than October (I am trying to lay out my release schedule with so many books that I have sat for 6+ years while I've been procrastinating to finish them. They were all in varying states of completion and it was just time :)

Here are the new covers for books 1 -3 --- 




AND -- A BOOK 4!!!!! (That wasn't initially planned)

Title: Deadly Edits (details coming soon)


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Sunday, August 18, 2024

Why is She Dead? (Book 2 in The Editor Series) #CozyMystery #BetaReaders Needed

Sunday, August 18, 2024 0 Comments



Y'all remember boo k 2 in The Editor Series (the series I've been writing for 8 years now?) Well, book 2 is read for beta readers, book 3 should be ready any day now (and book 1 is also still available if you'd like to read all of them) 

Here's the information for book 2

Book Synopsis: Why is She Dead?

After successfully exposing a powerful criminal empire in her new hometown of North Carolina, Gretchen, the Scottish expat-turned-author, is ready to dive into the next chapter of her life. Having navigated the treacherous waters of amateur sleuthing, she returns to what she hopes will be a quieter existence—writing the second book in her Editor Series and rebuilding her life on the picturesque Carolina coast.

But peace is fleeting. When a prominent local woman is found dead under mysterious circumstances, Gretchen’s instincts tell her that there’s more to the story than meets the eye. The police are quick to label it an accident, but Gretchen isn’t so sure—especially when she discovers that the woman was a key figure in a project that could reshape the town’s future.

As she delves deeper into the investigation, Gretchen uncovers a web of secrets, lies, and hidden agendas. The victim had enemies—more than a few—and each of them had a motive to want her out of the picture. With the stakes higher than ever, Gretchen must once again balance her roles as an author and a sleuth, all while protecting herself from those who would do anything to keep their secrets buried.

In Why is She Dead?, Gretchen’s determination to uncover the truth puts her in the crosshairs of a new and dangerous adversary. The closer she gets to the truth, the more she realizes that the past has a way of catching up with you—and that not everyone who seems harmless truly is.

Book Blurb: Why is She Dead?

Gretchen thought her days of playing detective were behind her. But when a prominent local woman is found dead under suspicious circumstances, the Scottish expat and fledgling author can’t resist diving into the mystery. What she uncovers is a tangled web of secrets, lies, and dangerous alliances—one that threatens not only her newfound peace but also her life.

As she balances writing the second book in her Editor Series with unraveling the truth behind the death, Gretchen realizes that the line between fiction and reality is thinner than she ever imagined. With new enemies closing in and old wounds reopening, she must rely on her instincts—and her trusty dog, Faith—to solve the case before it’s too late.

Why is She Dead? is a cozy mystery filled with suspense, intrigue, and a dash of danger, where the past refuses to stay buried and every clue leads to a new question. Will Gretchen solve the mystery, or will she become the next victim in this deadly game?




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Wednesday, August 3, 2022

COMING SOON TO #KindleVella -- #AnimalCozyMystery The Beach Body - #CozyMystery #WritingCommunity #ReadingCommunity

Wednesday, August 03, 2022 0 Comments



Coming soon to Kindle Vella!!!


About the Book-

Gretchen Hawthorne's life changed after her parents died. Her and her loyal dog, Faith, picked up and moved from Scotland to North Carolina, USA. With the opportunity to begin life over at forty, Gretchen picked a beach front condo and decided to do what she'd always dreamed of doing - become an author. To fill the gap, she began editing books for first time authors.

Never did she guess, walking up her sidewalk from a grocery trip with Faith, they would discover a dead body propped against a tree. Calling the police, Detective Kane Jenkins quickly dismisses Gretchen and her hyper furry sidekick as a nuisance.

Soon, Gretchen and Faith are tail deep in the case after providing Detective Jenkins with a clue that enables him to bring down a ring of organ traffickers.

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