Death by Pumpkin Spice Is Where the Bookstore Café Mysteries Finally Clicked for Me Goodreads | Death by Pumpkin Spice Release date: September 27, 2016 Publisher: Kensington Genre: Cozy Mystery Synopsis: Bookstore café owner Krissy Hancock would rather spend Halloween serving pumpkin goodies than wearing costumes with Pine Hills’ wealthiest at Yarborough mansion, especially when … Continue reading Death by Pumpkin Spice by Alex Erickson
Death by Tea by Alex Erickson
Death by Tea Continues the Bookstore Café Mysteries with a Stronger Character Focus Goodreads | Death by Tea Release date: November 24, 2015 Publisher: Kensington Genre: Cozy Mystery Synopsis: Mystery lovers have descended on Pine Hills for this year’s book club competition, to be held at Krissy Hancock’s bookstore café. But the killer in their … Continue reading Death by Tea by Alex Erickson
Between a Roquefort and a Hard Place by Linda Reilly
Another cozy return to Balsam Dell with high stakes for Carly and Ari, but a mystery that was easier to solve than some of the earlier installments. Goodreads | Between a Roquefort and a Hard Place Release date: April 21, 2026 Publisher: Beyond the Page Genre: Cozy Mystery Synopsis: Restaurant owner Carly Hale Mitchell has … Continue reading Between a Roquefort and a Hard Place by Linda Reilly
Death by Coffee by Alex Erickson
A Promising Start to the Bookstore Café Mysteries Goodreads | Death by Coffee Release date: May 26, 2015 Publisher: Kensington Genre: Cozy Mystery Synopsis: When Krissy Hancock and her best friend Vicki decide to open a bookstore café in their new town of Pine Hills, they decide to call it "Death by Coffee," after Krissy’s … Continue reading Death by Coffee by Alex Erickson
August 2026 Reading Recap: Fall Reading Has Officially Taken Over
My August 2026 reading recap featuring standout romances, cozy mysteries, thrillers, series guides, and the books currently keeping me entertained. August was a BIG reading month around here. The kids went back to school, which apparently means I suddenly have time to read all the books again, and I finished 35 books this month. 😂 … Continue reading August 2026 Reading Recap: Fall Reading Has Officially Taken Over
It’s Not What You Think by Clare Mackintosh
A twisty Clare Mackintosh thriller with a standout full cast audiobook. Goodreads Release date: September 22, 2026 Publisher: Sourcebooks Audio Genre: Mystery/Thriller Narrators: Richard Armitage, Samuel Barnett, Tuppence Middleton and Vineeta Rishi Synopsis: He has a secret. She knows he's lying… YOU THINK YOU KNOW THE PEOPLE YOU LOVE Nadeeka is certain Jamie is having … Continue reading It’s Not What You Think by Clare Mackintosh
Falling for Peachtree Bluff by Kristy Woodson Harvey
A Cozy Southern Family Drama Full of Small Town Charm, Family Secrets, and Fall Reading Vibes Goodreads | Falling For Peachtree Bluff Release date: September 15, 2026 Publisher: Gallery Genre: Contemporary Fiction Synopsis: Welcome to Peachtree a sweet, cozy small town where family is everything. The “go-to for elevated beach reads,” (People), Kristy Woodson Harvey, … Continue reading Falling for Peachtree Bluff by Kristy Woodson Harvey
A Fall to Remember by Ellie Alexander
A cozy fall romance review filled with small town charm, autumn vibes, foodie moments, and a sweet romance. Goodreads | A Fall to Remember Release date: September 1, 2026 Publisher: Storm Genre: Contemporary Romance Synopsis: If you love cozy small-town settings, swoon-worthy autumn vibes, second-chance romance, and The Gilmore Girls, pour yourself a pumpkin spice … Continue reading A Fall to Remember by Ellie Alexander
🍂 7 September 2026 Book Releases Worth Adding to Your Fall TBR
September 2026 brings an especially good mix of new books, from cozy mysteries and swoony romances to emotional book club fiction and twisty thrillers. These are the seven September releases I’ve read and recommend for your fall TBR. September is when I officially start getting excited about fall reading. Give me crisp weather settings, small … Continue reading 🍂 7 September 2026 Book Releases Worth Adding to Your Fall TBR
The Silent Appeal by Janice Hallett Review
A Clever Epistolary Mystery Filled With Secrets, Misdirection, and Amateur Theater Drama Goodreads | The Silent Appeal Release date: September 1, 2026 Publisher: Atria Genre: Mystery/Thriller Synopsis: From “modern Agatha Christie” (The Sunday Times, London) Janice Hallett, a follow-up to her blockbuster debut novel The Appeal, featuring the Fairway Players as they put on Agatha … Continue reading The Silent Appeal by Janice Hallett Review
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