Cozy Up

A man in hiding. A gang of outlaws searching for retribution. This is no time for cupcakes. Today is Brody Steele's first day as the new owner of The Red Herring, Pleasant Valley, Maine's only mystery bookstore. The cute shop has a loyal customer base as well as an ornery cat. Unfortunately, Brody doesn't know the first thing about running a legitimate business, he doesn't want to be in the small town, and he hates cats. On top of all that, he hasn't read a book since high school. When a cute woman walks into the store, he thinks his bad luck is about to change. But as she starts asking about the previous owner's whereabouts, his safe new existence begins to unravel. For Brody Steele is a man with a secret he must protect at all costs. The U.S. Government has invested a lot to keep it hidden, and his enemies will stop at nothing to expose him. Does happiness or death await Brody in this charming seaside community?

A man hiding from his past. A detective hunting for a murderer. This is no time to bake a pie. Today is Owen Hunter's first day in the coastal city of Costa Buena, California. He's the new owner of Rockafellers, a vintage record store struggling to find customers. Much of that is due to Headbangers, a competitor with a better product mix and an aggressive owner. There is also a local do-gooder group that wants Owen to fall in line with their vision for a kinder, gentler Costa Buena. None of that worries Owen, though, because he is determined to be the number one used music store on the boardwalk-even if that means stepping on a few toes. But when a murder occurs shortly after his arrival, he's identified as prime suspect number one. Owen Hunter must clear his name fast because he can't afford to have a bunch of nosy cops poking around. For Owen is a man with a secret that he must protect at all costs. The U.S. government has invested a lot to keep him safe, but his enemies will stop at nothing to find him. Do prosperity and happiness await Owen in this coastal community?

A man running from his past. A thief with a taste for blood. This is no time for scrapbooking. Welcome to Belfry, Oregon-the home of Evenfall! Years ago, a series of sparkly vampire movies were made on this north Oregon island. Every autumn, a festival is held to celebrate the films and let fans reenact their favorite scenes. Murray Lee has no interest in bloodsuckers, though. For the past several days, an outlaw motorcycle gang seeking revenge has pursued him. He's tired, alone, and cranky. Amid a torrential downpour, Murray barely crossed the lone working bridge to Belfry before it washed out. Now, he's stranded on the island as his enemy musters its forces and plans an attack. To make matters worse, someone is biting and robbing the citizens of the island. The local cops seem to think Murray fits the description and are digging into his background. But, Murray is a man with a secret he must protect. The U.S. government has invested a lot to keep him safe, and his enemies will stop at nothing now that they have found him. Murray Lee is about to be immersed in vampire culture in a way he would never have expected.

A man in a new city. A murderer on the loose. This is no time for embroidery. Skeeter Dursky is the latest hire at the Lake Michigan Tower-a seventeen-story retirement community. It's only his third day, and he's determined to make a good impression. Unfortunately, his supervisor doesn't believe he's skilled enough to handle the simplest tasks. When a figure from Skeeter's past arrives, his world turns upside-down. For Skeeter has a secret to protect-it's one the government has gone to a lot of expense to hide. After a famous resident is murdered, members of Chicago's finest swarm the tower and lock it down. Word of the crime brings the media and a ragtag group of mourning fans. With nosy cops at every exit and the press gathered outside the lobby, Skeeter Dursky has nowhere to run. If he ever hopes to see freedom again, he must take matters into his own hands. Can Skeeter find the murderer and slip away before anyone realizes his true identity?

A man still in hiding. A Christmas heist. This is no time for fruitcake. Ed Belmont works in a struggling Midwest mall. It isn't the ideal place for a job, but he's doing the best he can. Every day is an uphill battle since Ed dislikes children, holiday decorations, and Christmas music. But what's a guy to do when he's Santa Claus? There's a criminal lurking around town, and he's dressed as jolly old Saint Nick. Unfortunately, the cops don't have any leads until they stumble upon Ed. Now, the law is poking into his background, and it's creating problems. For Ed Belmont is a man with a secret that the U.S. Government has invested a lot to keep concealed. This is important since Ed's enemies have chased him across the country in hopes of exacting their revenge. Can Ed survive the week and leave the Santa suit behind? Or will the cops make sure he celebrates the holiday in jail?

A man hiding from trouble. A stick-up crew running from the law. This is no time for quilting. Ned Delahanty works at a rundown Wyoming convenience store. Nothing much happens there, just the way he likes it. Most customers pump their gas and drive off without ever stepping inside. When a massive blizzard blows across the plains, that all changes. Several groups of customers seek shelter at Ned's store. Among those searching for safety are a band of crooks with the cops hot on their trail. Ned soon finds himself locked in a cunning battle of wits with his dangerous guests. Can Ned keep everyone safe before this notorious gang makes him their next target? For Ned Delahanty is a man with a background he must protect. The U.S. government has spent a considerable amount keeping him hidden from an enemy bent on revenge. Now, everything is in danger of falling apart.

COZY MYSTERIES JUST GOT TOUGHER. A man with a troubled past. A mob out for revenge. This is no time for cookies. Doyle Flanders has finally found peace working as a custodian at Lone Star Family Fun Time, free from the limelight and out of trouble. But when he's unexpectedly thrust into the role of Yango the Yeti, the theme park's beloved mascot, everything changes. Now, Doyle can't go anywhere without children following him and loyal fans clamoring for a picture. Adding to the problem, the local mob is looking for the man who should have worn the costume that day. Little do these gangsters know that Doyle is a man with a secret-one the U.S. Government has invested a lot to keep hidden. Doyle's enemies have chased him across the country and will stop at nothing to exact their revenge. Now, Doyle must outwit his pursuers while wearing a heavy, smelly Yeti costume. Will he escape the theme park unscathed? Or will the local mob discover his true identity? Find out in this fast-paced and funny thriller. A FAST AND FUNNY COZY MYSTERY THAT DOESN'T PULL ANY PUNCHES.

A man still in hiding. A murdered friend. This is no time for knitting. Asher Reed is about to have the worst day since he started working at Coastal Haven, the oldest hotel in Marlowe Bay, Georgia. A flu outbreak has sent most of the staff home, leaving only a skeleton crew to keep the current guests happy. Unfortunately, the hotel is also hosting the annual Mystery Readers of America conference, so things are about to get busier for the only porter on duty. The weekend becomes even more complicated after a couple of figures from Asher's past unexpectedly arrive. When an employee is murdered, the police consider everyone in the hotel a suspect, including Asher. With the help of some mystery readers, he must prove his innocence and find the actual killer before everything falls apart. For Asher Reed is a man with a secret-one the U.S. Government has spent a lot of effort and money to keep hidden. Can he remain free long enough to locate a killer before the cops accidentally expose his real identity?