About Moving Violation: A Small Town Mystery (Chloe Boston Cozy Mysteries Book 1)

Welcome to Hope Falls, home of the world’s smallest but smartest detective…

“Melanie Jackson is a talent to watch.”
—WritersWrite.com

Meet the diminutive sleuth Chloe Boston, a member of the Hope Falls Police Department, who is stuck in parking enforcement because at 98 pounds, 5 foot nothing, she will never be able to pass the department’s physical entrance exam to become an officer.

“I was delighted to find Chloe Boston and all of Melanie Jackson’s series.”
—Connie Shelton, author of the Charlie Parker and Samantha Sweet Mystery Series

In the first installment of this light-hearted cozy mystery series, Chloe investigates the death of a local industrialist. Of course, her efforts are hampered by her lack of official status within the department. But there may be another way to achieve her goal of someday becoming a detective. With the aid of her dog, Blue, and her writer’s group, Chloe may just be able to solve Hope Fall’s recent homicide and by so doing impress the new chief of police.

“I fell in love with Chloe Boston; she’s an enormous spirit in a tiny package, and endearingly human. Go Chloe!”
—Lisa Cach

The Chloe Boston cozy mysteries are filled with plenty of quirky characters and fast-moving plots. And the best part is that if you become hooked on the books, as I’m sure you will, there are 22 more of them in the series for you to enjoy.

Fourth Anniversary Illustrated Edition

The fourth anniversary release of this series opener includes illustrations by author Lisa Cach and bonus material originally released separately under the title the “Chloe Boston Files”. If you’re looking to spend a pleasant evening snuggled up in a chair by the fire reading a good book then you need look no further — this is the book for you.

Looking for other mysteries by Melanie Jackson? Simply search for “Butterscotch Jones”, “Wendover House”, “Miss Henry”, “Kenneth Mayhew” or “Jane Blackthorn”.

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About Awakening (Awake As A Stranger Trilogy Book 1)

What if YOU woke up living in someone else’s body? Alone and Afraid.

The night of Treaz’s 32nd birthday ended in a lonely, drunken stupor, an unnerving mysterious man staring into her bedroom window, and the waking up inside the body of a stranger a thousand miles from her home.

How did she get there? Whose body is she in?

Distraught and confused, she is admitted to a chilling psychiatric hospital. With no hope of escape, an unknown man suddenly arranges her discharge. He forces her into a new job that can only be accomplished by living in the bodies of complete strangers.

Each night she falls asleep wondering whose life she will be experiencing next.

Can she find a way out of this frightening nightmare?

Halfway around the world, Omani involuntarily works long hours for her oppressive uncle while remaining hostage on his remote Swiss compound. She is forbidden contact with the outside world.

Desperate and isolated, she risks deadly retaliation and finds a way to make a sole online friend, but his assertions are almost too much to believe.

Should she trust him?

The AWAKE AS A STRANGER trilogy follows the journey of Treaz and Omani. They reside on two different continents yet each are trapped in deplorable realities—Treaz living within other people’s bodies and Omani being held captive on her uncle’s compound.

Both long to regain control over their lives, escape their merciless captors, and expose the haunting truths facing them and the world. Can they find freedom together?

See what readers are saying about the Awake As A Stranger trilogy:

“Couldn’t put the book down… I love her style. I feel like I know the characters.”Amazon reviewer

“I LOVED this series! What a crazy creative story line! I couldn’t wait to start the next book and was sorry when it ended! The characters are amazing and how it all came together in the end was perfect! Loved the series!!”Amazon reviewer

“I read this book in one go, it is very intriguing…I really enjoyed reading about the differing reflections of people in this world, from those who have everything, to those who only have the clothes they are wearing.” Amazon reviewer

“…this series is fascinating… It was just enough curiosity to keep me going and unexpected twists and endearment to the characters that kept me engaged. I’m going to be thinking about this storyline and message for some time.” Amazon reviewer

“The author’s writing style is light and easy, making it a quick read…I was especially intrigued by the author’s knowledge of and incorporation of psychological constructs and by applying healthy messaging throughout, she created an upbeat and hopeful experience for the reader.” Goodreads reviewer

“Highly recommended.” Goodreads reviewer

Read all 3 parts
Awakening – Part 1
Rebellion – Part 2
Altercation – Part 3

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About The Fatal Vengeance : An Absolutely Gripping Thriller

Her mother is locked in a high-security prison. Her fiancé is accused of murder. A psychotic killer wants revenge. Will she survive long enough to save the man she loves?

All Sergeant Evelyn “Mac” McGregor wants is to be back home to her normal life and to start something serious with her sexy boyfriend, Hudson. Until she finds herself in the middle of a media frenzy. She’s benched and told to stay off any major cases. Her mental health is called into question, and the strong Latina struggles to come to grips with her involvement in her family’s demise.

Just when things begin to look up, mutilated bodies begin to surround the happy couple. She’s desperate to prove Hudson’s innocence, and then the unthinkable happens.

Mac makes a deal with the devil herself.

Can she outsmart a sinister psychopath, or will she be forced to give up her life to save the one she loves?

The Fatal Vengeance is this unpredictable book. If you like a fearless female lead, in an action-packed, page-turner full of tension, anxiety and fear, then you’ll devour Julie Bergman’s nerve-wracking suspense.

Buy The Fatal Vengeance and experience heart-pounding excitement today!

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About The Demise of Madam Ricketts and Other Short Stories

“Short story lovers are in for a treat. Using an eclectic blend of dark humor, absurdism, and satire, C.D. Hancock has written a collection that entertains while showing readers the unpredictable nature of human behavior, offering a glimpse into various facets of humanity through a cast of quirky and eccentric characters and chaotic events. The narrative tone makes you feel like you’re watching a Coen Brothers movie. I honestly found myself laughing out loud at the misfortunes of some of these characters and the situations they find themselves in. This is one of the best, if not the best, short story collections I’ve read all year thus far. If you enjoy dark humor or tragi-comedy, do not miss out on this one!” — Pikasho Deka for Readers’ Favorite

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About Pillars of Evil: An addictive murder mystery crammed with intrigue, and shocking twists. (Charlie Glass Crime Thrillers Book 3)

FBI Special Agent Charlotte Glass is thrust into the terrifying tumult of war-torn Afghanistan as she pursues the mysterious disappearance of US government funding. As the assignment collapses into tragedy, Charlie scythes a perilous path through the murderous poppy fields of Kandahar.

Abandoned, far beyond her jurisdiction, she plunges headlong into the dark realm of global crime syndicates and corrupt governments. Brace yourself for explosive twists and gut-wrenching betrayals as Charlie battles an international axis of evil and the mendacity and duplicity of her own people.

Join Charlie on her toughest assignment yet In her relentless pursuit for justice amidst the chaos of drug empires and corrupt governments.

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About Pillars of Evil: An addictive murder mystery crammed with intrigue, and shocking twists. (Charlie Glass Crime Thrillers Book 3)

FBI Special Agent Charlotte Glass is thrust into the terrifying tumult of war-torn Afghanistan as she pursues the mysterious disappearance of US government funding. As the assignment collapses into tragedy, Charlie scythes a perilous path through the murderous poppy fields of Kandahar.

Abandoned, far beyond her jurisdiction, she plunges headlong into the dark realm of global crime syndicates and corrupt governments. Brace yourself for explosive twists and gut-wrenching betrayals as Charlie battles an international axis of evil and the mendacity and duplicity of her own people.

Join Charlie on her toughest assignment yet In her relentless pursuit for justice amidst the chaos of drug empires and corrupt governments.

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About Pillars of Evil: An addictive murder mystery crammed with intrigue, and shocking twists. (Charlie Glass Crime Thrillers Book 3)

FBI Special Agent Charlotte Glass is thrust into the terrifying tumult of war-torn Afghanistan as she pursues the mysterious disappearance of US government funding. As the assignment collapses into tragedy, Charlie scythes a perilous path through the murderous poppy fields of Kandahar.

Abandoned, far beyond her jurisdiction, she plunges headlong into the dark realm of global crime syndicates and corrupt governments. Brace yourself for explosive twists and gut-wrenching betrayals as Charlie battles an international axis of evil and the mendacity and duplicity of her own people.

Join Charlie on her toughest assignment yet In her relentless pursuit for justice amidst the chaos of drug empires and corrupt governments.

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About Poison Town: A Novel of Intrigue, Suspense, Romance and Corporate Scandal (The Crittendon Files Book 2)

People Are Sick And Dying in an Ohio Town.
Rumors Are Swirling Like the Poison in the Air . . .

Some claim chemicals leaking from a manufacturing plant are causing the cancer that’s crippling people on the poor side of Trenton City, Ohio. Yet nothing at the plant appears amiss. The problem remains a mystery until reporter Jack Crittendon’s long-time mechanic falls ill and Jack investigates.

Soon Jack becomes engulfed in a smokescreen of lies, setups, greed, and scandal. The deeper he digs, the more toxic the corruption he uncovers. As he faces off with the big-time players behind the scenes and tries to beat the clock before more people die, he realizes the chillingly unthinkable—he knows way too much.

With tension on every page, Amazon #1 Best-Selling author Creston Mapes demonstrates why he is a “Top Pick” among mystery, fiction and thriller lovers.

Fans of Terri Blackstock, Charles Martin, Christy Barritt, Robert Whitlow, Karen Kingsbury, and Francine Rivers will love this thriller from award-winning and bestselling author Creston Mapes.

Praise for POISON TOWN

“A wild roller-coaster ride! I thoroughly enjoyed Poison Town.” – Francine Rivers, Best-selling author

“Every time you think the tension can’t be more intense, Creston Mapes ramps it up a notch. Be prepared to stay up late (and make sure the doors are locked) when you start reading Poison Town.” – Robert Whitlow, Best-selling Author

Mapes has crafted a David versus Goliath tale that reaches toward Grisham greatness and will keep you turning pages long into the night.” – Harry Kraus, MD, Best-selling Author

“Poison Town is another winner from Creston Mapes. I was on the edge of my seat and read it in one gulp. Highly recommended!” – Colleen Coble, Best-selling Author

“Grab an oxygen tank and a tall glass of water—you’re going to need them when you read Poison Town. A powerful tale of suspense! Intriguing and compelling—an absolute must-read!” – Ronie Kendig, Best-selling Author

“In Poison Town, Creston Mapes weaves conspiracy, corruption, and murder into a gripping tale about the damage done by justice delayed and forgiveness denied.” – Athol Dickson, Best-selling Author

“Erin Brockovich on steroids! A suspense-filled journey into the world of a corrupt corporation, the blue-collar workers who are being ‘poisoned,’ and a reporter’s determination to tell the truth. Mapes keeps the tension high as he realistically portrays Christians wrestling with fear, forgiveness, and the need to stand up for what’s right.” – Elizabeth Musser, Best-selling Author

“I was quickly pulled into this story through the believable, quirky, and endearing cast of characters and their deadly situation. Creston’s novels thrill as well as challenge readers. You’ll be glued to the page as these flawed people wrestle with uncovering the truth, fighting for justice, and having the faith to face their fear and the courage to do the right thing. Can one person make a difference? You’ll stay up late to get the answer to that question in the climatic conclusion. I highly recommend this wild ride. Be sure to put this on your Book Club reading list!” – Nora St. Laurent, Founder, The Book Club Network

“With Poison Town, Creston Mapes has crafted quite the thrill ride. He explores the evils of corporate greed and exposes an even more menacing enemy lurking inside all of us. Warning: once you pick this book up, you will not want to put it down.” – Mark Lee, Guitarist, Founding Member of the Grammy Award-winning band Third Day

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About The Curiosity Shoppe: A Talking Dog Mystery (The Curious Series Book 2)

The dogs have their day in this heartwarming novella, the sequel to “A Curious Affair”. Mister Spatz, the trust-fund kitty, has been catnapped and his beautiful owner, Fritzi Darling, is frantic. The town is also being haunted by a ghost Mastiff. Can Graham Bell and his detective dog, Grover, save the day?

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About A Curious Affair: A Talking Cat Romantic Mystery (The Curious Series Book 1)

Like a Thunderbolt!

Recent widow Jillian Marsh wasn’t planning on killing herself that March night, but she hadn’t ruled it out, either. It had rained for the last seventeen days — days in which her jaw was locked and she was unable to speak, supposing there’d been anyone worth addressing. And then there was her cat problem. Ever since she’d been hit by lightning last October, the cats in town had been talking to her. Which meant she was insane, right?

Melanie Jackson writes “a curious combination of dark fantasy and romance leavened with quirky humor.”
—Booklist on Still Life

But that night something changed. The cat Atherton appeared with something very interesting to say, about an odd accident that had occurred up the hill. And since Jillian could hardly go to the town’s new lawman, who’d been trained in LA and was new to this Sierra town, with a feline eyewitness, it was up to her to find out if there was indeed trouble afoot — or if this conspiracy and her newfound and unwanted attraction to Sheriff Murphy were all part of an endless hallucination.

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About Flashback: Lolita: (Abuse, Mafia Wife, Prison) (Deadly Fun Series Book 3)

Flashback: Lolita, (Abuse, Mafia Wife, Prison)

A Cinderella Story?

Yes, she has an evil, abusive mother and a terrible early life filled with physical abuse. Yes, she meets the handsome, Mafia Prince, in church of all places. They are madly in love and have the gorgeous fairytale wedding. They live in a beautiful mansion. Fabulously rich and young, they look forward to a wonderful life. Lolita loves being wife to the Mafia enforcer. She has everything she’s ever wanted and adores her husband.
But Happily Ever After? I don’t think so.

All the fairy tales and romance stories end with, “And They Lived Happily Ever After.”
What really happens after the ‘Ever After?’ Could be it be tragic?
Well, yeah.

When the Prince is gone forever, murdered. When political forces targeting the Mafia cause a miscarriage of justice. When you’re thrown into a maximum-security women’s prison. Then it’s just a matter of survival.

Clashing steel gates. Your roomy is big and scary. The food is awful. Working daily in the laundry, like a real Cinderella, is hot and exhausting. The nights are filled with inmates screaming and crying.

The guards are mostly okay, making sure the prisoners follow strict prison rules. Except one, who has it in for Lolita. A real nasty character who came from a rival Mafia gang in Chicago. He is determined she will suffer. Maybe never leave the prison alive.

Drones fly over the prison gates, delivering contraband, poison pills, and weapons.
There are strip searches for hidden drugs.
Fights break out between inmates.
Rival gangs clash in warfare.
Drugs are rampant, and women od.

Can Lolita survive?

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About Home Tours, History & Homicide

Event-Planning Tip No. 57: Avoid any connection between your fundraiser and murder.

Libby Ballard, director of the history museum in the small town of Dogwood Springs, Missouri, is excited to be organizing a tour of historic homes to raise funds for the museum. With plans in full swing, she drops by to confirm details with one of the homeowners and makes a gruesome discovery—the homeowner has been murdered.

Who could have possibly wanted to kill a local doctor, and why?

The police suspect the victim’s wife, but Libby thinks there’s more to the story. With the historic homes tour in jeopardy and violence escalating, Libby, her friends, and her trusty golden retriever dig deeper into the case.

But will Libby be able to uncover the killer’s identity before they strike again?

Don’t miss this thrilling tale of mystery, murder, and small-town secrets.

If you like a cozy mystery with a pet who will win your heart, friends who feel like family, and a hint of romance, you’ll love this series!

This is a clean read with no profanity, sex, or graphic violence.

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About Donors, Deception & Death (Dogwood Springs Cozy Mystery Book 4)

It’s not hard to find a family member who wanted to kill the gold-digging third wife. The trick is finding one who didn’t.

Libby Ballard, director of the history museum in the small town of Dogwood Springs, Missouri, can’t believe her good luck. Cordell Calhoun, the king of spicy fried chicken, is celebrating his 70th birthday by returning to his hometown to donate to several organizations, including the museum.

But tensions run high when Cordell insists on inviting his entire family, including his two ex-wives, their offspring, and his young third wife, Brittany, to the donor reception at the museum. The family dynamic is a ticking time bomb, and it’s only a matter of minutes before someone explodes.

Libby’s caught in the middle of the family drama but determined to make the event a success. Determined, that is, until Brittany drops dead at the reception.

With the police veering off in the wrong direction and each faction of the family pointing fingers at the other, Libby realizes she needs to step in to solve the mystery, bring the culprit to justice, and clear the museum’s name.

But in a situation rife with secrets and deceit, she’ll need to tread carefully, or she may become the next victim in a deadly family feud.

Join Libby, her golden retriever, and their friends as they try to unmask the killer!

If you like a cozy mystery with a pet who will win your heart, friends who feel like family, and a hint of romance, you’ll love this series!

This is a clean read with no profanity, sex, or graphic violence.

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