The author was approached to write a "Cozy Mystery" and created "A Shadow on the Violets" in a tight timeframe. Despite initial publishing setbacks, the author cherishes the book and considers a sequel. The beautiful cover, crafted by artist Zophael, includes a crochet pattern for readers interested in recreating it.
Tag: cozy mystery
Get the Creeps on Kindle
As many of us slip into the comfort of a little holiday time off it also means we have, well, time off. What better time then to enjoy a little dark reading, eh? Most of my books are available on Kindle, and many for less than one dollar. That’s the kind of bargain you need… Continue reading Get the Creeps on Kindle
Books for All Ages
When I started writing it was because I had no choice. I was full of stories and needed a way to tell them. I didn't have any great dreams of people seeing my stories or reading them and never imagined a world where I could put out books. Here we are though. I write because… Continue reading Books for All Ages
Another SHADOW ON THE VIOLETS Tease
One of the really fun things I found in writing this book was that it allowed me to create a fictional book series from another time which had inspired the main character of A SHADOW ON THE VIOLETS. The book series focuses on an old farmer named Leery and his goat, named Lucifer, who helps… Continue reading Another SHADOW ON THE VIOLETS Tease
A Shadow On The Violets – paperback!
Hey there! I updated the paperback edition of the book to exclude the amazing pattern for the cover art. This drops the price down considerable and makes it a much more palatable price. If you still want the pattern, it's in the back of the hardcover book. I adore this book, and know you will… Continue reading A Shadow On The Violets – paperback!
A Shadow On The Violets – sample
A Shadow On the Violets is what is considered a 'cozy' mystery, in that there's no overt violence, no cursing, and no sexual situations, but there's still a whole lot of fun to be had. The book has death, intrigue, and a mystery to solve. While it's not similar to much anything else I have… Continue reading A Shadow On The Violets – sample
A Shadow On The Violets has arrived!
I am very excited to announce that my newest book A Shadow On The Violets has been released. This is very, very far removed from what I have been known to write and I am thrilled at how this turned out. In the idyllic halls of a forgotten retirement home the shadow of Death looms… Continue reading A Shadow On The Violets has arrived!
Coming Soon…A Shadow On the Violets
COVER REVEAL! I have been teasing this book for a bit now but it's time for it to come out, finally. Eventually. Soon! I wrote this book a couple of years ago at the behest of someone and thought I would challenge myself to write outside of my comfort zone and am thrilled with how… Continue reading Coming Soon…A Shadow On the Violets



