Myrtle Beach Mystery

A quiet bookstore, a hidden body, and a reluctant sleuth-nothing stays peaceful for long on the Grand Strand.Bookstore owner Clark Thomas is still grappling with the loss of his wife when a shocking discovery shatters his routine: a friend's body, hidden behind his shop along the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk. The beloved local businesswoman had plenty of admirers-yet someone wanted her gone.When a worried coworker confides that the police may be overlooking important clues, Clark reluctantly steps into the role of investigator. What begins as a simple favor soon pulls him into a tangle of secrets, rivalries, and colorful personalities up and down the Grand Strand. Each new lead reveals another layer of the victim's life-and another possible motive.As Clark follows the trail, he must balance his growing determination to solve the case with the unresolved grief he carries. Every clue brings him closer to the truth… and closer to facing what he's been avoiding for far too long.Filled with heart, gentle humor, and an amateur sleuth readers will root for, Death on the Boardwalk delivers a mystery full of charm, unexpected twists, and a finale that will leave you eager for the next book in the series.Winner of the Pinnacle Book Award for Best Mystery Welcome to the Myrtle Beach Cozy Mystery Series, where sun, sand, and suspense come together in a delightful blend of intrigue and charm. Join Clark Thomas, the charismatic owner of a quaint bookstore on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, as he stumbles upon more than just good stories-he uncovers secrets, solves murders, and faces twists that will keep you guessing until the very end.Set against the picturesque backdrop of Myrtle Beach, this series offers an irresistible mix of mystery, humor, and unforgettable characters. From shady suspects to surprising revelations, each book takes you on a journey through the charming yet enigmatic world of the boardwalk and beyond.Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, James Patterson, and cozy mysteries with a coastal twist, the Myrtle Beach Cozy Mystery Series promises to keep you entertained with every page. Whether you're lounging on the beach or curling up at home, these stories are your ticket to a thrilling escape.Start with the first book, Death on the Boardwalk, and let the adventure begin!

Kelly and Harry are back! It's summertime and Kelly's retired father, Ben, has joined an oldies rock 'n roll band called the Beach Dawgs. Ben finds himself with a new girlfriend who is also in the band. Before long, love is in the air and music is on the airwaves! Kelly is already planning concerts to drum up business for the inn. But now a mysterious killer is trying to murder all the Beach Dawgs and put an end to the music. Gasp! Can Kelly and Harry catch a killer before the music comes to a stop? J.R. Ripley is the bestselling and critically acclaimed author of the Todd Jones comic thrillers, the Tony Kozol mystery series, the Gendarme Trenet series set in St. Barts, and multiple other novels written under other names. He is known for his quirky characters and humor, in addition to being a successful singer-songwriter. For more about the author, please check out social media and visit GlennEric.com.

In the picturesque town of Myrtle Beach, where the sun-kissed sands hide secrets as deep as the ocean, a chilling mystery grips the community. Clark Thomas, a widowed bookstore owner with a heart as vast as the boundless sea, is thrust into a whirlpool of intrigue. The discovery of a friend's body carefully tucked away in a rug behind his store, sends shockwaves through the town. As dawn breaks over the Boardwalk, Clark finds himself at the epicenter of a sinister plot, surrounded by enigmatic characters with motives as murky as the depths of the ocean. With each revelation, the layers of deceit peel away, revealing a web of treachery that stretches far beyond the cozy confines of Myrtle Beach. The stakes are high, and time is of the essence as Clark races against the tides of fate to unravel the truth. In "Death on the Boardwalk," Caleb Wygal crafts a pulse-pounding tale of suspense and intrigue, where every page is a cliffhanger and every chapter leaves you gasping for breath. With his trademark storytelling prowess, Wygal weaves a narrative that keeps you on the edge of your seat, questioning every motive and suspect. The plot twists and turns like a turbulent storm, leading to a finale so shocking, it will leave you reeling.Gripping, thrilling, and utterly unputdownable, this is Caleb Wygal at his finest-a masterful storyteller guiding you through the labyrinthine alleys of Myrtle Beach, where mystery lurks around every corner. Brace yourself for a reading experience that will stay with you long after you've turned the final page.Death on the Boardwalk and the rest of the Myrtle Beach Mystery Series are fast, fun, clean, and easy beach reads using real places, landmarks, businesses, and restaurants in and around the Grand Strand. Fans of Myrtle Beach love feeling that connection that these books bring to them. Welcome to the Myrtle Beach Cozy Mystery Series, where sun, sand, and suspense come together in a delightful blend of intrigue and charm. Join Clark Thomas, the charismatic owner of a quaint bookstore on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, as he stumbles upon more than just good stories-he uncovers secrets, solves murders, and faces twists that will keep you guessing until the very end.Set against the picturesque backdrop of Myrtle Beach, this series offers an irresistible mix of mystery, humor, and unforgettable characters. From shady suspects to surprising revelations, each book takes you on a journey through the charming yet enigmatic world of the boardwalk and beyond.Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, James Patterson, and cozy mysteries with a coastal twist, the Myrtle Beach Cozy Mystery Series promises to keep you entertained with every page. Whether you're lounging on the beach or curling up at home, these stories are your ticket to a thrilling escape.Start with the first book, Death on the Boardwalk, and let the adventure begin!

A surfing competition has rolled into Myrtle Beach and set up camp on the beach outside the Beach Lover's Inn. Good for business, right? So inn owner Kelly hopes. But it isn't just the ocean that's making waves-it's Kelly's ex-husband Tommy. He's a pro surfer and he's rolled into town too. Tommy's got his sights on taking the big prize-and maybe hanging ten with Kelly while he's at it. When Tommy's top rival turns up dead, he becomes suspect numero uno. Will Kelly come to his rescue? Or will Tommy get put through the wash cycle and spend the rest of his life in the slammer? Oh-oh, wipeout. J.R. Ripley is the bestselling and critically acclaimed author of the Todd Jones comic thrillers, the Tony Kozol mystery series, the Gendarme Trenet series set in St. Barts, and multiple other novels written under other names. He is known for his quirky characters and humor, in addition to being a successful singer-songwriter. For more about the author, please check out social media and visit GlennEric.com.

Clark Thomas has a lot on his plate. A new book. A beautiful woman far from home. A missing fiancé. And a mysterious dead body plunges him headfirst into his latest real-world Myrtle Beach investigation.He meets a beautiful young woman stranded by her fiance alongside the road on a busy Memorial Day Weekend in Myrtle Beach. She is a thousand miles from home, doesn't know what to do, and has nowhere to go. The police won't help for 24 hours. Clark tries to help her find her man, but soon finds himself involved in a conspiracy a year in the making.As he unravels the case involving renowned food bloggers, restaurant reviews, and The Grand Strand, Clark learns that there is more to the story than meets the eye-and more to his wife's death.And the one dead body may not be the last.With his world turned upside down after uncovering new information about Autumn's death, Clark must get to the bottom of this mystery while he still can... before it's all too late.Death on the Causeway is the must-read fourth entry into the Myrtle Beach Mystery Series.The outcome changes everything. Welcome to the Myrtle Beach Cozy Mystery Series, where sun, sand, and suspense come together in a delightful blend of intrigue and charm. Join Clark Thomas, the charismatic owner of a quaint bookstore on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, as he stumbles upon more than just good stories-he uncovers secrets, solves murders, and faces twists that will keep you guessing until the very end.Set against the picturesque backdrop of Myrtle Beach, this series offers an irresistible mix of mystery, humor, and unforgettable characters. From shady suspects to surprising revelations, each book takes you on a journey through the charming yet enigmatic world of the boardwalk and beyond.Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, James Patterson, and cozy mysteries with a coastal twist, the Myrtle Beach Cozy Mystery Series promises to keep you entertained with every page. Whether you're lounging on the beach or curling up at home, these stories are your ticket to a thrilling escape.Start with the first book, Death on the Boardwalk, and let the adventure begin!

Book store owner and coffee slinger, Clark Thomas, finds himself involved in another murder investigation. This time in a double murder at the popular Tidal Creek Brew House in Myrtle Beach's Market Common.What seems like an open and shut case for the police turns into something much larger when Clark discovers a secret scheme hatched by one victim.In the middle of it all is a group of tight-knit women who live together in a Market Common apartment complex. Clark learns that these seemingly playful and innocent "Silver Girls" harbor secrets they want to keep hidden and it all relates to one victim.Against the backdrop of a busy summer season in Myrtle Beach, Clark discovers links in the case involving the IRS, FBI, and the mafia.Outside forces pressure Clark to uncover the killer before harm comes to those he loves.Along the way, he learns more about the person behind his wife's death. The revelation causes him to question everything.Filled with Wygal's characteristic humor and fast, fun writing style, Death at Tidal Creek is a thrilling entry to the Myrtle Beach Mystery Series you don't want to miss. Welcome to the Myrtle Beach Cozy Mystery Series, where sun, sand, and suspense come together in a delightful blend of intrigue and charm. Join Clark Thomas, the charismatic owner of a quaint bookstore on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, as he stumbles upon more than just good stories-he uncovers secrets, solves murders, and faces twists that will keep you guessing until the very end.Set against the picturesque backdrop of Myrtle Beach, this series offers an irresistible mix of mystery, humor, and unforgettable characters. From shady suspects to surprising revelations, each book takes you on a journey through the charming yet enigmatic world of the boardwalk and beyond.Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, James Patterson, and cozy mysteries with a coastal twist, the Myrtle Beach Cozy Mystery Series promises to keep you entertained with every page. Whether you're lounging on the beach or curling up at home, these stories are your ticket to a thrilling escape.Start with the first book, Death on the Boardwalk, and let the adventure begin!

It all comes down to this. Clark Thomas finally learns the identity of his wife's killer. But will he be the next victim?In Myrtle Beach Burns, the seventh installment and Season 1 Finale of the gripping Myrtle Beach Mystery Series, tensions escalate as Clark Thomas delves deeper into the enigmatic circumstances surrounding his wife's death. From clandestine eavesdropping to shocking revelations of betrayal, each chapter unfurls new layers of intrigue and danger.As Clark and Detective Gomez uncover connections to a faceless holding company exposed in Death on the Back Nine and untangle a web of suspicious deaths, they find themselves ensnared in a labyrinth of deceit within their own ranks. With each twist and turn, Clark's paranoia grows, forcing him to confront not only external threats but also his own trust issues, his relationships with Gomez and Andrea, and his inner demons.As the stakes rise and allies become scarce, Clark must navigate a treacherous landscape where every step could lead him closer to the truth-or to his own demise.Myrtle Beach Burns is a pulse-pounding tale of mystery, suspense, and betrayal that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page. Welcome to the Myrtle Beach Cozy Mystery Series, where sun, sand, and suspense come together in a delightful blend of intrigue and charm. Join Clark Thomas, the charismatic owner of a quaint bookstore on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, as he stumbles upon more than just good stories-he uncovers secrets, solves murders, and faces twists that will keep you guessing until the very end.Set against the picturesque backdrop of Myrtle Beach, this series offers an irresistible mix of mystery, humor, and unforgettable characters. From shady suspects to surprising revelations, each book takes you on a journey through the charming yet enigmatic world of the boardwalk and beyond.Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, James Patterson, and cozy mysteries with a coastal twist, the Myrtle Beach Cozy Mystery Series promises to keep you entertained with every page. Whether you're lounging on the beach or curling up at home, these stories are your ticket to a thrilling escape.Start with the first book, Death on the Boardwalk, and let the adventure begin!

Clark Thomas returns, ready to embark on a new chapter in Myrtle Beach. But everything is not as normal as he hoped.Clark takes his visiting friend, a huge country music fan, to the Legends Theater to watch her favorite musician perform – Dolly Parton. Except, this Dolly isn't the real Dolly. She's an incredible impersonator who travels the country, entertaining legions of fans who believe she's the next best thing.The theater is hosting a special concert series featuring fan-favorite celebrity impersonators, such as Michael Jackson, Tina Turner, The Blues Brothers, and Elvis Presley. What starts out as a great evening goes awry when one performer collapses on stage during the concert. In the aftermath, rumors of foul play arise, throwing Clark into an investigation to uncover if the collapse wasn't driven by natural causes.As Clark's search for answers unfolds, he questions the other performers and discovers that deceased had enemies. When the police get involved Clark must navigate an insular cast and a police investigation, while trying to entertain his friend and her son.Once more, the case leads to Clark facing a life-changing moment where he must figure out what happened and what to do next to protect the ones he loves."Death of a Legend" promises a thrilling blend of mystery, suspense, and depth, showcasing the masterful storytelling that fans of the Myrtle Beach Mystery Series have come to love. Welcome to the Myrtle Beach Cozy Mystery Series, where sun, sand, and suspense come together in a delightful blend of intrigue and charm. Join Clark Thomas, the charismatic owner of a quaint bookstore on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, as he stumbles upon more than just good stories-he uncovers secrets, solves murders, and faces twists that will keep you guessing until the very end.Set against the picturesque backdrop of Myrtle Beach, this series offers an irresistible mix of mystery, humor, and unforgettable characters. From shady suspects to surprising revelations, each book takes you on a journey through the charming yet enigmatic world of the boardwalk and beyond.Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, James Patterson, and cozy mysteries with a coastal twist, the Myrtle Beach Cozy Mystery Series promises to keep you entertained with every page. Whether you're lounging on the beach or curling up at home, these stories are your ticket to a thrilling escape.Start with the first book, Death on the Boardwalk, and let the adventure begin!