Cataloged Under Deception

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This is the second accompanying short story I've written for my cozy mystery series, and this time...it's a literary-themed mystery! I'm biased, because I'm the author, but if you like short reads with quirky characters, bookish themes, library settings, older characters, friendships, gentle humor, secrets, moral dilemmas, surprising twists, and heartwarming endings...you might like this.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Silver Springs Mysteries

Q: Do I Need To Read The Books In Order?

A: I'd recommend it, but I've written them so you don't have to! You can read each book and short story as standalones without any prior knowledge.

Q: Do The Books Contain Paranormal Elements?

A: No, they don't. No talking cats and dogs or sleuths with physic abilities. They're just regular cozies.

Q: How Long Are The Books?

A: The novels are usually 50-70 thousand words long, and the short stories are 3-15 thousand words.

Q: How Many Books Are In The Series?

A: So far, there are two novels and six accompanying short stories published. I'm currently editing Book 3, and I've got twelve planned, with more to come!

Q: What Else Does This Book Contain?

A: It contains queer/lgbt+ characters, including ones who use they/them/their pronouns.

Q: What Perspective Is It Written In?

A: All books in the Silver Springs Mysteries are written in limited third-person point-of-view, from the main character's perspective.

Q: Where Is The Series Set?

A: The series takes place in the fictional town of Silver Springs, in Maplewood County, Vermont, in the United States.

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6 months ago

Recipe For Revenge

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I wrote this, so my opinion is biased, but I think it's a fun short story! If you enjoy your cozy mysteries on the shorter end, with a side of delicious food, character growth, mother-daughter relationships, restaurant and hospitality themes, quirky side characters, and justice being served...you might enjoy this story.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Silver Springs Mysteries

Q: Do I Need To Read The Books In Order?

A: I'd recommend it, but I've written them so you don't have to! You can read each book and short story as standalones without any prior knowledge.

Q: Do The Books Contain Paranormal Elements?

A: No, they don't. No talking cats and dogs or sleuths with physic abilities. They're just regular cozies.

Q: How Long Are The Books?

A: The novels are usually 50-70 thousand words long, and the short stories are 3-15 thousand words.

Q: How Many Books Are In The Series?

A: So far, there are two novels and six accompanying short stories published. I'm currently editing Book 3, and I've got twelve planned, with more to come!

Q: What Else Does This Book Contain?

A: It contains queer/lgbt+ characters, including ones who use they/them/their pronouns.

Q: What Perspective Is It Written In?

A: All books in the Silver Springs Mysteries are written in limited third-person point-of-view, from the main character's perspective.

Q: Where Is The Series Set?

A: The series takes place in the fictional town of Silver Springs, in Maplewood County, Vermont, in the United States.

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6 months ago

Bloom Of Betrayal

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I love roses. They're my favorite flower. So what better to learn more about them and have a little fun by writing a short story where they feature as part of a mystery Laura needs to solve. I'm biased, of course, but if you enjoy cozy mystery short stories with historical cover-ups, community gardens, a horticulture focus, friendships forming, legacies, and secrets.you might enjoy this one.

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8 months ago

Discovery by Design

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This is the fifth short story I wrote to accompany my cozy mystery series, the Silver Springs Mysteries, and it's the first one with an outdoor adventure theme: geocaching! I hadn't heard of this activity until I started researching ideas for a new mystery and came across it. It sounds like so much fun and I think you'll reading this one, even if you prefer your adventures a little closer to home.

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8 months ago

Recipe For Revenge

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I wrote this, so my opinion is biased, but I think it's a fun short story! If you enjoy your cozy mysteries on the shorter end, with a side of delicious food, character growth, mother-daughter relationships, restaurant and hospitality themes, quirky side characters, and justice being served...you might enjoy this story.

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8 months ago

Cataloged Under Deception

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This is the second accompanying short story I've written for my cozy mystery series, and this time...it's a literary-themed mystery! I'm biased, because I'm the author, but if you like short reads with quirky characters, bookish themes, library settings, older characters, friendships, gentle humor, secrets, moral dilemmas, surprising twists, and heartwarming endings...you might like this.

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8 months ago

Puzzles She Packed

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Sometimes the best mysteries are those that aren't the ones with high-stakes, but heartwarming twists. I love, and write both (this short story is mine!) but this was inspired by ensuring Laura has all kinds of mysterious secrets to puzzle over. So, if you like short stories with scavenger hunts, secrets, new friends, intrigue, found family, and fun...you might like this one.

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8 months ago

Murder At The Summer Cheese Festival

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I'm biased, of course, because I wrote this! But if you like cozy mysteries with culinary and craft themes, justice being served, secrets aplenty, strong friendships, found family, authentic characters, fresh starts, and welcoming communities...you might enjoy reading it!

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8 months ago

Murder At Goldenleaf Apple Farm

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I'll admit I'm a little biased, because I wrote this book! This is the second novel in the Silver Springs Mysteries. If you haven't read the first, Murder At The Summer Cheese Festival, I'd recommend starting there, but this one can still be read as a standalone! If you like meaningful friendships, character growth, intriguing secrets, plot twists, satisfying endings, and excellent food...you might like reading this one.

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8 months ago