October 15, 2023
Hello, Cozy Readers! It’s been a busy couple weeks here at my house, hosting family from out of town and getting ready for some exciting things in the next couple months. Halloween, of course, but also wrapping up some writing projects and starting a couple more. And on the topic of exciting things, I’m thrilled […]
October 1, 2023
Hi, Cozy Readers! October is a favorite around here, and I’m so looking forward to carving pumpkins with my family and taking long walks in the cooler weather. It’s also a great month for curling up with a cozy read. Check out a few options listed below! As always, I’d love to hear what you’re […]
September 1, 2023
Hi, Cozy Readers! I’m back after a busy summer, and I’m happy to report that the weather is finally cooling off a bit here in Dallas. I hope your summer is going well! While most of our garden gave up in the heat, the sunflowers continued to shine. Just like the sunflowers persevered through the […]
June 15, 2023
Hello, Cozy Reader! There’s still time to enter A Cozy Mystery Beach Giveaway and win a cozy mystery prize pack: https://aconitecafe.com/acozymysterybeachgiveaway/ How has your June gone so far? This month has been a busy one, and it’s only half over! Taking a family road trip, upgrading my ham radio license, and starting my summer teaching have […]
June 1, 2023
Hi, Cozy Readers! It’s June, and that means it’s beach reads season! What are your favorite cozy beach reads? In the spirit of the summer season, I’ve got my iced tea, a good book, and a giveaway to link to share! Enter A Cozy Mystery Beach Giveaway, and you can win a cozy mystery prize […]
May 15, 2023
Hello, Cozy Readers! I’m currently working on a novella in a new series, Butterfield’s Boutique and Computer Repair, in which two cousins carry on their grandmother’s jewelry shop, fix electronics, and, of course, solve mysteries. The daughter of one of the cousins adores horses. And that love of horses is central to the overall arc […]
May 1, 2023
Hello, Cozy Readers! May is here, and gardening is in full swing at my house. Around here, gardening runs in the family. Earlier this year, my kids and I planted some sunflowers that my parents started for us. I’m delighted to report that the sunflowers (which are my absolute favorite!) are doing well. We also […]
April 15, 2023
(This is a copy of my newsletter from April 15, 2023. If you want to subscribe and get a free cozy mystery novelette, click here!) Hi, Cozy Readers. Just in time for tea on Saturday, 4/15, I’ll be part of the Cozy Mystery Party Spring Has Sprung Author Takeover Event! There will be several authors […]
April 1, 2023
(This is a copy of my newsletter from April 1, 2023. If you want to subscribe and get a free cozy mystery novelette, click here!) Dear Cozy Readers, It’s April, one of my favorite months! Seeds are sprouting in my garden, the weather is warming up nicely, and it’s National Poetry Month here in the […]
March 15, 2023
(This is a copy of my newsletter from March 15, 2023. If you want to subscribe and get a free cozy mystery novelette, click here!) Hi, Cozy Readers! One of the great things about cozy mysteries is that there’s a mystery for just about every interest. From animal lovers to history buffs, foodies to treasure […]