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Not all is harmonious in the Village of Harmony! Hugging the banks of the Wisconsin River and rising up into the wooded hills and bluffs, the community of Harmony welcomes you! Be whisked away on a fun cozy mystery in every book in the series. #4 An Appraisal to Die For Who knew that the world of antiques was such a backstabbing business? Residents are eager to have their antiques appraised, but others who operate at the fringes of the antique world, are in town for the market as well. Con artists offering questionable wares. Scammers claiming knowledge they don't possess. Grifters working ...

Everything is not harmonious in the village of Harmony! Nestled along the scenic banks of the Wisconsin River and reaching into the picturesque, wooded hills and bluffs, the charming community of Harmony seems like the perfect place for peace and tranquility. But beneath its serene exterior lies a hotbed of secrets, scandals, and suspense. Dive into the Parker Photography Cozy Mystery Series by Suzanne Bolden and be whisked away on a delightful, cozy mystery escape with every book in this captivating box set. #1 Captured on Camera When baby boomer Jackie Parker arrives in Harmony to help ...

Welcome to Seaside Cove, where the ocean breezes mingle with the scent of freshly poured pints and the promise of a cozy Irish pub. In "Pour Decisions," the first installment of the captivating cozy mystery series, Katie Murphy, a spirited party planner, finds herself at the heart of a puzzling mystery on the Florida Panhandle. With her uncle's dream of owning an Irish pub finally realized, Katie anticipates the lively atmosphere and cheerful camaraderie that will soon fill the quaint town. But her excitement is short-lived as she discovers that Seaside Cove is harboring more than just warm...

Not all is harmonious in the Village of Harmony! #7 Framed for Murder Harmony’s hoarder is discovered at the bottom of his basement stairs with a key clutched in his dead hand! Norman Schott is at risk of his home being condemned. The residents of Harmony quickly make plans to help the hoarder clean and repair his house. They hope to save Norman from being homeless. But on the first wintery morning of the cleanup, finding his body changes all that! The good-hearted townsfolk soon discover things are missing, including whatever that key was meant to open. Searches for family to claim the ...

Small town secrets resurface in Katie Murphy's latest cozy mystery. It's New Year's Eve in the charming town of Seaside Cove, where the salty breeze from the Gulf of Mexico mingles with the sounds of Auld Lang Syne at Paddy's Pub. But for the Secret Sisters, a group formed over four decades ago during their high school days, this song evokes bittersweet memories as they come together to fulfill the dying wish of one of their own. Linda's son is determined to honor his mother's last requests, spreading her ashes in beloved locations and handing each of the four Secret Sisters a personal ...

Not all is harmonious in the Village of Harmony! #10 Preparations for the first Taste of Harmony have been underway for months, but the food festival’s success is threatened when the chef of a featured restaurant falls ill! Is it food poisoning? The committee breathes a sigh of relief as things quiet down when tests of festival foods prove negative, no one else is getting ill, and Chef Pierre stays out of sight. But in the early morning hours of the festival’s final day, trouble rears its ugly head again! The body of local bad boy Mitch Carter is discovered behind the tent of Miquel’s...

Seaside Cove is in full celebration mode as Aubrey and Liam prepare to say, “I do.” The coastal town hums with excitement as guests pour into town, and Paddy’s Pub takes on a wedding glow with floral garlands and champagne toasts. From the rehearsal dinner to the ceremony on the pub’s rooftop, laughter and love fill the air. But not all the guests are feeling the joy. Among the far-flung relatives attending are a few who still resent Aubrey’s inheritance of Gertrude Miller's mansion and the family heirlooms it holds. Old feelings bubble to the surface, and by the time the last ...

Welcome back to Seaside Cove, the charming small town in the Florida Panhandle where the sun is always shining, the waves are always inviting, and mysteries are always brewing! The excitement is palpable as locals and visitors alike gear up for the annual Pirate Festival. Boats of all shapes and sizes fill the marina, decked out in swashbuckling splendor, ready for the highly anticipated boat parade. The return of Fred Green’s brother, Bernie, adds an extra layer of nostalgia and anticipation. Bernie, a former Seaside Cove resident, has returned to participate in the celebration, ...

As Halloween approaches, the quaint town of Seaside Cove, Florida, is buzzing with excitement. Katie Murphy, the spirited co-owner of Paddy's Pub, is looking forward to the season's festivities. This year, the abandoned McCracken mansion is being transformed into a haunted house attraction, promising thrills and chills for the whole community. The peaceful anticipation is shattered when the long-lost McCracken son, mysteriously returns to town. His arrival stirs up dark family secrets that have been buried for decades. But the real shock comes when his lifeless body is discovered on the ...

St. Patrick’s Day in Seaside Cove is a celebration of Irish merriment and coastal beauty. In A Wee Lepre-Con Katie eagerly anticipates celebrating with her friend Erin, who has come all the way from Ireland, and Erin's lively cousin Fiona, whose unique personality quickly wins over the locals. The highlight of the holiday is the Pot of Gold Scavenger Hunt, sponsored by Rowan Quinlan, the enigmatic owner of Quinlan Jewelers, who splits his time between Florida and Ireland. The festivities kick off with a lavish St. Patrick’s Day eve party hosted by Rowan. His luxurious Horseshoe Island ...

With only days to go until Jackie's wedding, the unthinkable happens, and murder wreaks havoc on the best-laid plans! Christmas is fast approaching, and Harmony's festive Winter Wonderland is in full swing. Everyone is getting in the holiday spirit. The ice-skating rink is bustling, the vendors are busy selling ornaments, and the hot chocolate is flowing. But Jackie Parker is focused on her upcoming nuptials. Her custom-made wedding gown and crimson velvet evening coat are almost complete. The horse and sleigh are reserved to take Jackie to her wedding reception. And soon she will be ...

In the idyllic Village of Harmony, everything is not as harmonious as it seems! Jackie Parker, a spirited baby boomer not quite ready for retirement, arrives in the charming Midwestern town of Harmony to assist her great-aunt Ruth in photographing a wedding. The entire community is abuzz with excitement for the nuptials of its beloved matriarch, Eleanor Harmony, who is set to marry for the fourth time. However, the joyful event is abruptly canceled when the groom's body is discovered under mysterious circumstances! Jackie and her friend Wanda are the first on the scene of what appears to be...

Paddy’s Irish Pub in Seaside Cove is going to the dogs—and cats! The Humane Society’s big pet adoption event promises a day of tail wags, purrs, and a little bit of Irish cheer. Katie Murphy is thrilled to help by offering a free pint to anyone who adopts a pet or donates to the shelter. But the celebration takes a dark turn when Eleanor Pembroke, the town’s most devoted animal lover, fails to arrive for her much-anticipated donation announcement. Concerned, Katie and her friends pay Eleanor a visit—only to find her lifeless body in her home, fiercely guarded by her loyal Maltese,...

Seaside Cove’s first Christmas Market has transformed Main Street into a twinkling winter wonderland. Strolling paths are lined with cheerful booths run by local artists, crafters, and food vendors, while the sounds of live music and the sweet scents of peppermint fudge, cinnamon-roasted nuts, and buttery shortbread drift on the breeze. The town’s children pose for photographs with Santa Claus while telling him their Christmas wishes. But the holiday cheer comes to a crashing halt when Clara, the cantankerous woman running the market, is found dead behind the Santa’s sleigh photo ...

When the lights go out... the party is over. And so is someone's life! Champagne flows and laughter echoes at the Harmony Historical Society gala, an evening designed to raise funds for the beloved Harmony House Museum. Among the glittering attendees is Luella Hagge, turning heads in a stunning red dress. But not everyone is thrilled with her grand entrance. Kim Walters, Harmony’s real estate agent extraordinaire, has more than one reason to loathe Luella. Their rivalry hits a new high as Kim seethes over Luella’s identical choice of attire and suspects her underhanded maneuvers in the ...

Harmony’s hoarder is discovered at the bottom of his basement stairs with a key clutched in his dead hand! Norman Schott is at risk of his home being condemned. The residents of Harmony quickly make plans to help the hoarder clean and repair his house. They hope to save Norman from being homeless. But on the first wintery morning of the cleanup, finding his body changes all that! The good-hearted townsfolk soon discover things are missing. Squares of colorful wallpaper, where framed pictures used to hang, is the first clue. Whatever that key was meant to open is missing too. Searches for ...

Harmony is thrilled to host a golf tournament drawing visitors from across Wisconsin! But when a gunshot rings out, things get complicated. The day of the tournament starts out bright and clear, a perfect day for golf. Jackie finishes her round and is enjoying snacks and refreshments in the event tent when she hears an ambulance approaching. Junene, the tournament chairwoman, insists Jackie join her on a breakneck golf cart ride to the 13th hole where a player is down. Happily, the victim leaves on a stretcher giving everyone the thumbs up to go ahead and finish the event. It appears to be ...

As the 4th of July celebration winds down with fireworks over Lake Harmony, tragedy strikes when one of the boats on the lake catches on fire! Rumors swirl that the fire was caused by faulty mechanical repairs. As the fire inspector works to determine the cause, Jackie Parker is pulled into the investigation because her friend’s son, Travis, is the man all fingers are pointing at. One person who was on board the boat didn’t make it to shore. When her body is discovered the next morning, things kick up a notch. What might have been an accident, becomes possible arson and murder. The ...

Hollywood has arrived in Harmony and trouble lands right in the middle of the movie being filmed! The production crew takes over Harmony’s Village Hall. Harmony has never seen anything like this! Townspeople, excited to see their faces on the big screen, line up for parts as extras. The shops on Main Street are magically transformed to a past era. A welcome party at the Stone Mill Brewery is the start of trouble and by the end of the evening, one of the crew has been shot. The only known gun among the cast and crew belongs to the director, Jackie’s niece. Much as Jackie wants to stay ...

When a body is discovered at the base of the Taliesin tower was the death natural causes or another murder? Jackie Parker, working on a project at the estate, learns about the famous architect Frank Llyod Wright who built the home. and about the murderous tragedy that occurred there in 1914. She’s photographing on the grounds the morning a tour group discovers the body of a volunteer. Rumors start flying in the Village of Harmony, because Kara was a much-loved woman who grew up here. Dr. Trueblood opens her patient records to reveal an underlying condition that could have caused Kara’s ...