CONTEMPORARY COZY MYSTERY
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Bakeries and Buffoons by Elizabeth Pantley
It’s a magical book club! When this group chooses a book, magic happens. The mystery comes to life, and they find themselves part of the story. To exit the book and get back home, they need to solve the mystery and reach The End. This time, the club chooses a book called The Great Cake Rivalry, because, well…cake!
The Disappearance of Emily (Destiny Falls Mystery & Magic Series, Book 2) by Elizabeth Pantley
A magic mirror to an enchanted world. A suspicious package and an unexplained death. A sassy cat and a hilarious, perpetually annoyed witch. Come visit Destiny Falls!
Marriage Spells Murder (Wedding Witch cozy mysteries) by Bella Colby
She’s a witch sworn off magic, but when peanuts poison the bad-tempered bridegroom, can she summon a solution before the killer gets away with murder? If you like a twisty magical mystery to mull, second chance romance, quirky characters and snappy dialogue with more snark than you can boil a brew at, join the fun in Marriage Spells Murder.
Curses and Crosswords (A Spooky Games Club Mystery) by Amy McNulty
Just as witch Dahlia and her boyfriend about to head home, their car breaks down and they decide to take the train back to Luna Lane to join friends and family in time for the holidays. This two-day, one-night journey includes a crossword puzzle event to entertain the passengers. As two founding members of the latest iteration of Spooky Games Club, they’re excited to take part—until they realize there’s something sinister going on.
Witch’s Tail by Melanie Snow
She’s determined to stop the forest’s destruction. Will fairy charms expose a desperate killer? Witch’s Tail is the charming first book in the light-hearted The Spellwood Witches cozy mystery series.
Howl Play by Melanie Snow
A novice witch. A collie companion. Can this clever duo put noses to the ground to chase down a killer? Can Sarah save the wolves and recover the deed before Witchland meets a terrible fate?
Mermaid in Troubled Water (Purgatory Falls Mysteries, Book 1) by Nikki Haverstock
Stumbling across the murder of a werewolf is not a great start mermaid Brooke’s vacation. In the paranormal-only town of Purgatory Falls the official investigation into the crime she witnessed seems to narrow in on the wrong suspect. Brooke realizes she might have to start poking around on her own—and begin to test her own magical abilities.
Potions, Poisons, and Peril by Shéa MacLeod
When a stranger drops dead in her herb shop, witch Emory enlists the help of her coven to investigate. They soon discover that someone is using magic to poison people. With the lives of her friends in danger, can Emory stop the killer?
The Case of the Unlucky Handyman (Annie Archer Paranormal Mysteries, book 4) by Daisy Landish
Annie Archer investigates a handyman’s bizarre death to clear her mentor’s name, entangling her in superstition and a small-town mystery.
High Noon (Brookhaven Cozy Mysteries) by S.E. Biglow
Starting over can be murder. Darcy Ingram came to the small town of Brookhaven for a fresh start and a safe place to hone her hedge witch powers. But when one of her co-workers turns up dead, suspicion lands on her.
A Corpse at the Castle (The Highland Horse Whisperer, Book 1) by R.B. Marshall
Horse trainer by day, I.T. consultant by night, Izzy Paterson is a classic nerd who’s better with animals than humans. But when a body is found at the feet of a prize stallion in the Queen’s summer castle in the Scottish Highlands, Izzy—and her new friend Craig—are in the wrong place at the wrong time, becoming suspects in the murder…
Silver Spells (Midlife Elementals) by Kate Moseman
With the help of her ride-or-die best friends, her motorcycle-riding mother, and a romantic blast from the past, Luella must find a way to make ends meet while unlocking the mysteries of her newfound magic…and the secrets hidden in the picturesque town of Sparkle Beach. Sometimes, an empty nest means it’s your turn to fly.
Death in Room 7 (Pine Lake Inn Cozy Mystery, Book 1) by K.J. Emrick
Dell Powers and Rosie Ryan own the Pine Lake Inn and are living their dream life. When their friend Jessica comes for a visit and is murdered in the Inn, Dell soon gets drawn into the mystery. Things take a turn for the weird when Jessica’s ghost visits and directs Dell toward clues that have been overlooked by the incompetent police investigation.
A Murder Spells Trouble (The Kilorian Sisters: A Witches of Shadow Lake Mystery, Book 1) by K.J. Emrick
The secrets of Shadow Lake run deep, where Addie Kilorian and her sisters, Kiera and Willow, serve as sworn protectors of the town, a role that draws them into the mystery of a recently discovered dead body. Alongside them is the enigmatic Detective Lucian Knight, whose presence suggests there’s more to him than meets the eye. He reveals that the murder is just one of several disturbing incidents to unsettle the town recently.
Lances and Chances (Amethyst’s Wand Shop Mysteries) by Laura Greenwood
When Amy and Ambrose try to have a day off from their jobs of solving murder, they find themselves wrapped up in a brand new case – a jousting accident that may not be all it seems.
The Case Of The Night Mark (Samantha Rain Mysteries, Book 1) by Arizona Tape
When Samantha Rain discovers a hellhound puppy, she finds herself in a world full of fae and mystery.
Flowers, Felons, & Families (The Midlife Magical Flower Farm Series) by Lucia Kuhl
Bloating, Hot flashes, Weight gain. These are rites of passage. Nobody said anything about Magic, Witches, and Dead Bodies.
Beach Blanket Homicide (Lucy McGuffin, Psychic Amateur Detective book 1) by Maggie March
Lucy McGuffin makes the best muffins in Whispering Bay, but her secret talent as a human lie detector hasn’t always been as sweet. When she stumbles upon a dead body and her priest brother becomes a suspect, Lucy and her little rescue dog Paco must use their skills to clear his name.
Boardwalk Betrayal by Wendy Ledger
A talking cat. A murdered husband in a boardwalk town. Can Maggie solve the case?
Ghost Appeal (Sleepy Hollow Mysteries Prequel Novella) by Louisa West
Ivy didn’t choose the boo life. The boo life chose her. Now she’s got a bossy ghost in her ear and a killer on the loose. Can she solve the case before she joins the unliving?
Mistletoe, Magic, & Murder (Suburban Witch Mysteries) by Ruby Blaylock
A coven of witches discovers a murder on their doorstep. Could the mysterious new neighbor be a stone-cold killer? Meet the witches of Country Acres Coven in the first book in a witchy cozy mystery series!
A Midsummer Knight’s Scream by Nova Nelson
Fallen angel Olivia Swift still hasn’t come to terms with the wrongful accusation that got her kicked out of Heaven and stuck in this never-ending Renaissance Faire. With the help of a criminally minded dove and a chivalrous fellow knight, Olivia has until that night’s Midsummer Feast to exonerate herself by finding the one who framed her. However, that’s easier said than done in a realm with so many spells, secrets, and grudges…
Much A’Broom About Nothing by Erin Johnson
When Adelaide “Laidey” Ryan dragged herself off the couch for a date at the Renaissance Faire, she didn’t expect to be charged with a homicide she didn’t commit. With the “help” of a snarky talking cat, this former Pilates teacher will have to wade through a turkey-leg sized list of suspects to find the real killer, all while juggling her new job as a broom maker’s apprentice. Now time is running out on her sleuthing, and the lazy sheriff is eager to march her to the gallows…
All Swell That Ends Spell by Trixie Silvertale
Coriander the Conjurer is trapped in a cursed Renaissance Faire, and her usual routine of reading patrons’ futures and compensating for her lopsided fairy wings is interrupted when a scuffle turns deadly. Now, in order to broker peace within the realm she must solve a mermaid’s murder. With doxies, scoundrels, and panderers aplenty, it won’t be easy to suss out the truth!
Dog Treats and Death by Carly Winter
When Gina Dunner’s brother, Vic, is accused of murder, he vehemently denies it, despite him being the last person to see the woman alive. To prove his innocence, Gina and her rescue mutt, Daisy—a sweet, yet sassy, talking dog—start sniffing around into their own investigation. Will Gina and Daisy stumble onto the truth to exonerate Vic, or will the killer come for Gina next?
A Mystical Legacy (The Skye O’Shea Paranormal Cozy Mystery Series) by Rowan Dillon
During an ill-fated job hunt in Miami, Skye O’Shea wants to run away from the betrayal of her loved ones. A black bird’s ominous message, a cryptic warning from a resident at a retirement home, and the echoes of a raven’s caw all beckon her toward a destiny she never imagined. A revelation sets her on a journey where every twist and turn reveals a new enchanting secret, and every new puzzle brings Skye one step closer to the extraordinary destiny she never knew awaited her.
Books and Bribes (Bookstore Cozy Mystery) by Lucinda Race
Welcome to Pembroke Cove, where witches and murders are multiplying…
Hot Flashes and Highballs by Lynn M. Stout
She never wanted to be special. But when her best friend is possessed, can she master a sudden telepathic power and exorcise a teen spirit?
Finders Keepers (A Flannigan Sisters Psychic Mystery) by Amanda Reid
Physical therapist Sunny Flannigan may just have figured out this adulting thing—she’s landed her dream job and her ex-boyfriend, Cace, is back in the picture after her meddling older sister kept them apart for seven years. If only Sunny’s silly psychic ability to find things hadn’t led her to a stash of stolen goods in a library’s restroom. When someone sabotages her carefully-planned world, can she she and Cace find their way out of the web before she loses her newfound, semi-adult kind of life?
Magic and Mystery (Channeling Ghosts for Beginners) by Izzy Wilder
Esme Hightower’s got a VIP pass to the spirit world. But when a grumpy ghost needs her to play supernatural Sherlock to find a missing urn, Esme is up to her neck in mystic mayhem. Can she crack the case before her budding psychic career goes up in a puff of spectral smoke?
Chaos and Crystals (Channeling Ghosts for Beginners) by Izzy Wilder
On the cusp of becoming a full-fledged psychic medium, Esme Hightower faces her toughest challenge yet: reining in an out-of-control coven wreaking havoc across town. As if that’s not enough, her heart is torn between a shape-shifting hunk and the irresistible chief of police. With danger lurking at every turn, Esme’s decisions could determine not just her fate but the fate of the entire town.
The Missing Masterpiece Murder (An Emma Anders Cozy Mystery) by Annie Hudson
Emma’s inherited mansion becomes a Bed and Breakfast complete. As guests arrive, artwork goes missing. There is 100% chance of murder! Join Emma, her dog Lizzie, town sleuth, Frances and uncle Preston the friendly ghost as they try to solve the mystery.
Pawsitively Poisonous (A Witch of Edgehill Mystery, Book 1) by Melissa Erin Jackson
When Amber Blackwood’s best friend Melanie is found dead, clutching a vial of headache tonic from Amber’s curiosity shop, Amber becomes the prime suspect. Determined to find justice for her friend and to clear her own name, she must use her witchy gifts to track down Melanie’s real killer.
A Spirited Double (The Midlife is Murder Series) by Clare Lockhart
An exorcism gone wrong. A web of corruption only she can stop. An otherworldly encounter whose shocking allegation changes Quinn Delaney’s life forever.
Cupcakes & Cauldrons by Polly Holmes
Hollywood heartthrob Elliott Malone is in Saltwater Cove to film his latest blockbuster, but when his nightmare leading lady is found dead in her trailer, Elliott calls on Evelyn and Harriet to help him uncover the truth and save the day, before he becomes the next victim of this deadly game?
Familiars and Foes (Familiar Magic, Book 1) by Helen Vivienne Fletcher
An old crush. A long-lost family member. A magical Labrador and a whole load of ghosts… Is Adeline’s chance at happiness about to go up in flames?
Charmed Witches by Humphrey Quinn
Three witch siblings and an aged vampire struggle to balance love, life, and legacy as supernatural protectors of a magical power source hidden on The Demon Isle.
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A Ghost Named Joe (A Haunted & Harassed Paranormal Mystery, Book 0.5) by Kelly Young
Joe returns to the home he owned when he was alive to find something very important. The problem is he doesn’t know what it is and he won’t rest until the current owners find it for him.
Time to Kiln by Nova Nelson
Dahlia Wildes often feels like a ghost, but seeing them is a new development. After being transported to a strange town with magical beings, she struggles to understand what’s going on and why everyone keeps telling her she’s a witch. But when the only person with answers is called away to a murder at a pottery studio, Dahlia finds herself along for the ride and in the epicenter of a dangerous investigation.