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Murder is on the menu… and Lyra St. Claire is about to get a taste of danger!After a scandal burns her celebrity chef career to a crisp, Lyra St. Claire finds refuge in her charming hometown of Fairview, running the cozy and quirky Beagle Diner with her ever-loyal sidekick, Cinnamon the beagle. With a menu full of mouthwatering comfort food and a town that feels like family, Lyra is finally ready for a fresh start—until murder spoils the recipe.When a close friend is found dead under suspicious circumstances, Lyra quickly realizes the police are barking up the wrong tree. With her diner's reputation—and her own life—on the line, she's determined to uncover the real killer. But as she follows the breadcrumbs of deception, she soon finds herself in hot water.Can Lyra serve up justice before the murderer takes another bite? Or will she become the next special on the menu?Fans of culinary cozy mysteries, small-town sleuths, foodie whodunits, and dog-friendly detective tales will devour the Beagle Diner Cozy Mysteries—a delicious blend of murder, mystery, and mouthwatering recipes!Perfect for readers of Joanne Fluke, Valerie Burns, and Ellie Alexander!Beagle Diner Cozy MysteriesBeagles Love Cupcake CrimesBeagles Love Steak Secrets Beagles Love Muffin But MurderBeagles Love Layer Cake LiesBeagles Love Viws and Villains - preorder now!C. A. Phipps is a USA Today best-selling author from beautiful New Zealand. Cheryl is an empty-nester living in a quiet suburb with her wonderful husband, 'himself'. With an extended family to keep her busy when she's not writing, there is just enough space for a crazy mixed-breed dog who stole her heart! She enjoys spending time with family times, baking, and her quest for the perfect latte.

A Star Chef, a Cutthroat Competition… and a Killer Who's Cooking Up Trouble!Lyra St. Claire had it all—a thriving culinary career, adoring fans, and Cinnamon, her sharp-nosed beagle with a knack for sniffing out trouble. But when her agent mysteriously vanishes, and a fellow competitor meets a suspicious ending during a high-stakes cooking contest, her perfect world crumbles.With celebrity chefs, relentless paparazzi, and secrets simmering beneath the surface, Lyra must follow the cryptic clues before the mystery boils over. Because someone in this cutthroat competition is stirring up more than just trouble… they're serving a side of murder.With her reputation—and life—on the line, will Lyra's quick thinking and keen instincts save her? Or is she about to become the final ingredient in a recipe for disaster?A fast-paced culinary cozy mystery with a dash of suspense, a pinch of humor, and one determined beagle on the case!Perfect for fans of celebrity chef scandals, amateur sleuths, and dog-loving detective duos!You'll find a great recipe at the end of the book! 💜 Beagle Diner Cozy MysteriesBeagles Love Cupcake CrimesBeagles Love Steak SecretsBeagles Love Muffin But MurderBeagles Love Layer Cake LiesBeagles Love Villains and Vows - Preorder now!C. A. Phipps is a USA Today best-selling cozy mystery author from beautiful New Zealand. Cheryl is an empty-nester living in a quiet suburb with her wonderful husband, 'himself'. With an extended family to keep her busy when she's not writing, there is just enough space for a crazy mixed-breed dog who stole her heart! She enjoys spending time with family, baking, and her quest for the perfect latte.

Muffins, Murder, and Mayhem in Fairview!When a shocking murder rocks Faiview, ex-celebrity chef Lyra St. Claire once again finds herself in the spotlight—thanks to the relentless paparazzi.The grumpy sheriff doesn't want her meddling, but Lyra can't ignore the mystery, especially when her beagle, Cinnamon, sniffs out more than just muffins. Meanwhile, chaos brews at the Beagle Diner, with a new server stirring up trouble and tensions rising among the staff.To make matters worse, love is in the air, forcing Lyra to choose between family, friendship, and finding justice. Can she solve the crime before scandal—and the press—ruins everything?The Beagle Diner Cozy Mysteries serve up delicious small-town charm, mouthwatering recipes, and a clever canine sleuth who always has a nose for trouble! Perfect for fans of culinary cozies, small-town whodunits, and dog lovers alike.You'll find a great recipe at the end of the book! 💜 Beagle Diner Cozy MysteriesBeagles Love Cupcake CrimesBeagles Love Steak Secrets Beagles Love Muffin But MurderBeagles Love Layer Cake LiesBeagles Love Vows and Villains - preorder now!C. A. Phipps is a USA Today bestselling author from beautiful New Zealand writing cozy mysteries filled with feisty heroines, a couple of suave heroes, and wonderful small towns. She enjoys crafting her own heart-warming tales of strong family ties, mixed in with a taste of romance, a dollop of humor, delicious baking, and MURDER! Cheryl's favorite things are family times, cooking, a crazy little pup, and searching for the perfect latte.

Murder, Magic & Mayhem in Good Fortune!Jessica Lavender never wanted to be a witch, but fate—and her sassy cat familiar—had other plans. Running a potion shop is challenging enough when you can barely brew a proper potion.Add in a spirited (literally) mother, an overzealous assistant, and a town buzzing with secrets, and Jess has her hands full.When a shocking death shakes Good Fortune, Jess is pulled into a tangled web of lies and danger. A friend is accused of murder, and only Jess's supernatural knack for solving mysteries can uncover the truth—without exposing her magical abilities.And then there's baking. Can she salvage her beloved skills, or will her dreams crumble like an overcooked cookie?Perfect for fans of witchy whodunits, charming small towns, and magical mysteries with a dash of humor!Midlife PotionsWitchy AwakeningWitchy Hot SpellsWitchy Flash BackWitchy Bad BloodWitchy Coffee CrimeWitchy Family Familiar- preorder now!C. A. Phipps is a USA Today best-selling author from beautiful New Zealand. An empty nester, Cheryl lives in a small town with her wonderful husband, 'himself'. Her extended family keeps her busy and when she's not writing, there is just enough space for a crazy mixed-breed dog who stole her heart! She enjoys family times, baking, and her quest for the perfect latte.

Who knew a talking cat would be the least surprising thing about your midlife crisis?Jessica Lavender thought her life as a baker was bland, but losing her mother changes everything. Inheriting her childhood home and her mom's quirky little shop, she's thrust back into the nosy town of Good Fortune—a place far stranger than she remembers.When her snarky feline familiar announces she's a witch, Jessica's world turns upside down. Juggling spellbooks, supernatural secrets, and her newfound powers is bad enough, but finding a dead body buried in her garden? That's downright cursed.Now, Jessica must learn to embrace her inner witch and solve a murder before the killer strikes again—all while fending off meddlesome townsfolk, brewing magical potions, and trying not to set her cat on fire (accidentally, of course).Can Jessica uncover the truth before her second chance at life goes up in smoke?Packed with charm, magic, and mystery, this paranormal cozy will leave you spellbound! Perfect for fans of magical mishaps, small-town drama, and murder with a twist of the supernatural."e;A fun start to a new series...One of my favorite characters is Jess's cat, or familiar as it turns out. He is full of snark and personality. "e;Midlife Potions - Paranormal Cozy MysteriesWitchy AwakeningWitchy Hot SpellsWitchy Flash BackWitchy Bad BloodWitchy Coffee CrimeWitchy Family Familiar- preorder now! C. A. Phipps is a USA Today best-selling author from beautiful New Zealand. Cheryl is an empty nester living in a quiet suburb with her wonderful husband, 'himself'. With an extended family to keep her busy when she's not writing, there is just enough space for a crazy mixed-breed dog who stole her heart! She enjoys family times, baking, and her quest for the perfect latte.

A Manhattan bakery. A deadly competition. And a murder too close for comfort.When a body literally drops at her feet, baker Maddie Flynn knows this isn't a tragic accident—it's murder. With her sharp instincts, a dash of courage, and a few secret skills up her sleeve, she's determined to uncover the truth.But danger is rising fast. A furious baking contestant, a baffling kidnapping, and a crime that refuses to add up put Maddie right in the crosshairs of a killer who won't hesitate to strike again.Even Big Red, her oversized Maine Coon with an uncanny nose for trouble, is restless. And if Maddie doesn't solve the case soon, she might be the next victim on the menu.🐾 The Maple Lane Mysteries blend baking, small-town sleuthing, and cat-loving charm—perfect for fans of Murder, She Wrote, culinary cozies, and whisker-twitching feline sidekicks.5* "e;This story was a quick, easy read with a good pace, crime with a taciturn police detective trying to hold Maddie in check, and a baking competition that turns triumph to terror! Big Red, Maddie's Maine Coon cat companion, is a mighty protector prowling the streets of NYC and a key player. I love a cozy with a sassy pet."e;The Maple Lane MysteriesSugar and Sliced - The Maple Lane PrequelBook 1 Apple Pie and ArsenicBook 2 Bagels and BlackmailBook 3 Cookies and ChaosBook 4 Doughnuts and DisasterBook 5 Eclairs and ExtortionBook 6 Fudge and Frenemies Book 7 Gingerbread and Gunshots Book 8 Honey Cake and Homicide C. A. Phipps is a USA Today best-selling author from beautiful New Zealand. Cheryl lives in a quiet suburb with her wonderful husband, whom she married the moment she left school (yes, they were high school sweethearts). With three married children and seven grandchildren to keep her busy when she's not writing, there is just enough space for a crazy mixed-breed dog who stole her heart! She enjoys family times, baking, rambling walks, and her quest for the perfect latte.

Antiques, a cozy café, and a dash of murder!Violet Finch finally has her dream job—cataloging antiques and rare books for one of Fairview's most esteemed families. But when priceless heirlooms start disappearing, her curiosity kicks in. After all, she's been trained to spot a mystery.She's also worried about leaving town once she qualifies—will her sister Scarlett manage the beloved Cozy Café without her? Their tight-knit family is doing their best to adjust, but everything takes a dark turn when a friend is found murdered.Violet has a hunch about the thief, but what if there's more than one criminal lurking in Fairview? The grumpy sheriffisn't thrilled with her theories, but her rescue pets, Bob and George, seem to sniff out clues before anyone else.With delicious baked goods, a family-run café, a touch of humor, and plenty of twists, this charming culinary cozy mystery will keep you guessing until the very last page!Perfect for fans of café mysteries, small-town whodunits, antique-themed cozies, and animal sidekicks! Other books in the series:Book 1 Sweet SaboteurBook 2 Candy CorruptionBook 3 Mocha MayhemBook 4 Berry BetrayalBook 5 Deadly DessertsEnjoy a recipe or two in every book! C. A. Phipps is a USA Today best-selling author from beautiful New Zealand. Cheryl lives in a quiet suburb with her wonderful husband, whom she married the moment she left school (yes, they were high school sweethearts). With three married children and seven grandchildren to keep her busy when she's not writing, there is just enough space for a crazy mixed breed dog who stole her heart! She enjoys family times, baking, rambling walks, and her quest for the perfect latte.

A deadly hit-and-run, a café in chaos, and a cat with a nose for clues!Scarlett Finch has enough on her plate—running the Cozy Café, managing a mountain of baking orders, and keeping her family from bickering like rival chefs. The last thing she expects is to stumble upon a gruesome crime scene on her way home.With too much work and not enough hands, Scarlett doesn't have time to play detective. But when a close friend is caught up in the crime, she and her sisters can't sit this one out.Their rescue cat, George, seems to have a paw on the truth, but it'll take more than feline instincts and a sprinkle of luck to solve this case. With murder in Cozy Hollow, will the Finch sisters crack the mystery—or become the next victims?If you love culinary cozy mysteries with twisty whodunits, small-town charm, a touch of humor, and adorable animal sidekicks, you'll love the Cozy Café Mysteries—where family, food, and felines go hand in hand with crime-solving!Perfect for fans of baking mysteries, small-town whodunits, cat cozies, and café-themed sleuthing! Cozy Café Mysteries:Sweet SaboteurCandy CorruptionMocha MayhemBerry BetrayalDeadly Desserts Enjoy a sweet treat recipe in every book!"e;This cozy mystery has small town charm. It is the perfect escape from stressful real life."e; C. A. Phipps is a USA Today best-selling author from beautiful New Zealand. Cheryl is an empty-nester living in a quiet suburb with her wonderful husband, 'himself'. With an extended family to keep her busy when she's not writing, there is just enough space for a crazy mixed breed dog who stole her heart! She enjoys family times, baking, and her quest for the perfect latte.

Deadly gossip, a café in trouble, and sisters determined to keep a promise. Scarlett and her sisters have different aspirations, but the one thing they agree on is that the café must survive. The trouble is, someone else is just as determined to have them fail. Hounded by deadly gossip, Scarlett's determined not to give in to the pressure to close the family business and she'll do anything to turn things around and give her sisters a better life.Anything, except murder!The shocking death points to the café as the likely cause and Scarlett must put all fears aside to solve the mystery before everything she's fought to keep safe is lost—or worse!Cozy Hollow might never be the same again.The Cozy Café mysteries are light, cozy mysteries featuring a family-focused café owner who discovers she's a talented amateur sleuth—and a magnet for animals. The Cozy Café MysteriesSweet SaboteurCandy CorruptionMocha MayhemBerry BetrayalDeadly Desserts "e;I thoroughly enjoyed this book! The storyline captured the reader's attention from the beginning until the end. The identity of the murderer kept me guessing. The characters were well developed. The feline with a personality was a nice touch."e;C. A. Phipps is a USA Today best-selling cozy mystery author from beautiful New Zealand. Cheryl is an empty-nester living in a quiet suburb with her wonderful husband, 'himself'. With an extended family to keep her busy when she's not writing, there is just enough space for a crazy mixed breed dog who stole her heart! She enjoys family times, baking, and her quest for the perfect latte.

8 Bakers. Extra Quirky Pets. And… Another Murder?How many amateur sleuths does one small town need?When ex-celebrity chef Lyra St. Claire takes on the challenge of planning a high-stakes wedding, she makes a bold move—hosting a baking competition to find the perfect pastry chef. But with a lineup of quirky contestants, including one with a reputation for solving murders, Lyra starts to wonder if she's mixing up more than just batter. After all, the last time she judged a competition… someone ended up dead.Surely history won't repeat itself—right?With mystery, mayhem, and mouthwatering recipes, the Beagle Diner Cozy Mysteries are the perfect treat for fans of culinary cozies, small-town charm, and clever crime-solving pets!Beagle Diner Cozy MysteriesBeagles Love Cupcake CrimesBeagles Love Steak Secrets Beagles Love Muffin But MurderBeagles Love Layer Cake LiesBeagles Love Vows and Villains - coming soon!C. A. Phipps is a USA Today best-selling author from beautiful New Zealand. Cheryl is an empty-nester living in a quiet suburb with her wonderful husband, 'himself'. With an extended family to keep her busy when she's not writing, there is just enough space for a crazy mixed-breed dog who stole her heart! She loves spending time with her family, baking, and her quest for the perfect latte.