Cozy Reads Publishing

Iris and Poppy Thorne, the spirited sisters behind Bloomwood’s beloved flower shop Blossom & Thorne, are no strangers to unusual requests. But when a rare and dangerous plant is discovered hidden among their stock while preparing floral arrangements for the mayor’s gala, their world is turned upside down. When the mayor’s political rival is found dead after the gala and their shop is implicated, the sisters find themselves at the center of a scandal. As the town whispers about poisoned blooms and political plots, Iris and Poppy refuse to let their reputation wither. Determined to ...

Amidst the heart-wrenching turmoil of her husband's unexpected demise, Avery Parker has returned to her hometown. This three-book collection unravels the dark secrets lurking as Avery works to bring justice to victims of the community’s heinous crimes. Join Avery, her golden retriever, Sprinkles, and new friends as they uncork, sip, and solve small town murders in Los Robles! Murder at the Wine Cave Avery and her close-knit group of friends uncover a shocking secret during a winery tour—a body concealed in a wine cave. As suspicions swirl and authorities investigate, Avery and Sprinkles...

Iris and Poppy Thorne are used to friendly competition in Bloomwood’s floral community, but when the town’s prestigious flower competition takes a deadly turn, the stakes become more than just ribbons and pride. A rival florist is found dead, and the discovery of one of the sisters’ prized dahlias at the crime scene puts Blossom & Thorne at the center of a chilling murder investigation. Determined to clear their name and protect their beloved shop, Iris and Poppy dig into the tight-knit—and fiercely competitive—world of local florists. As they unravel hidden rivalries, jealous ...

In the quaint town of Bloomwood, Halloween isn’t just about costumes and candy, it’s about legends, lost heirs, and the long shadow of Blackston Manor. When Iris and Poppy Thorne agree to decorate the town’s spookiest estate for the annual community party, they expect cobwebs, cider, and maybe a ghost story or two. What they don’t expect is a murder. A respected historian is found dead during the manor’s ghost tour, clutching a sprig of witch hazel, a plant steeped in Southern folklore and deadly symbolism. As whispers of a century-old curse resurface and eerie warnings appear at ...

"I love Isaiah’s actions as soon as he knows she’s in danger!!! He is absolutely the gooiest of all cinnamon rolls. Ultimate book boyfriend material. I adored both characters, and despite having a serious undertone, it still felt quite lighthearted. Fully enjoyed." -ARC Reviewer Isaiah When you’re built like a tank, it feels natural to protect the ones you love. I’ve loved Lizzie from day one. The thing is, the timing was never right for us. It still isn’t, not with the sudden success of her TV show, a major step up from starring in embarrassing commercials. Our friend group’s ...

"A short instalove read, but it packs a punch. Jackman seems grumpy, but sunshine-y Tia brings him out of his shell pretty quickly. Love the brief moments of humour, but the protectiveness… swoon! Jackman is a little OTT, a little possessive, and a whole lotta dominant mountain man. Tia didn’t stand a chance."- ARC Reviewer Jackman Tia’s mine. The very second I see her I know that I need to protect her, from the world, from the wild weather, from herself. The little spitfire sure knows how to sass with the best of them, in fact, did she just beat me at my own game? She’s braving the...

"Harlan Mountain Man is a really great read and rounds out the series. This book is written well. Between the storyline and the wonderful characters, you won’t want to put it down. Grab this sweet spicy short read and enjoy this five-star read."-ARC Reviewer Welcome to Anchor Hills, Maine, where rugged coastal mountain veterans are just waiting for the curvy girl of their dreams. Liv I take care of Harlan. Even when he doesn’t make it easy. He’s my best friend in the world, I love him, but I’ve been harboring a secret. I kinda, a little bit, maybe LOVE him, love him. But I can’t ...

"Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful holiday short story. The characters were so likeable and very appealing and hawt together. Plot was perfection and world building was excellent and expertly drawn. Look forward to more. Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend. Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!" -ARC Reviewer Roderick Great, my parents are hosting Thanksgiving this year, a three day event that always feels like it’ll never end. A house full of people I have to mingle with is not my idea of a holiday. I moved to the mountains to escape this sort of thing, I’d rather be lonely. Hang on, a ...

Orchids, Obsession, and Omens: A Thorne Sisters Cozy Mystery Sisters Iris and Poppy Thorne are no strangers to unusual flower requests at their shop, Blossom & Thorne. But when a mysterious man orders a rare blue orchid for a funeral, they sense something is off. Their suspicions grow when the reading of the deceased’s will reveals shocking secrets—secrets that ignite a firestorm of greed and betrayal. Before long, another murder shakes the town of Bloomwood, and the sisters realize the blue orchid isn’t just a flower—it’s the killer’s calling card. Determined to uncover the ...

"Never, EVER disappointed with an Elli Marsh story. Their stories never fail to make my heart happy. Nathaniel and Isabelle meet in odd circumstances, but perfect timing. Fate steps in once again, maybe this time they’ll listen…" -ARC Reviewer Isabelle Today is the worst day of my life. Catching my best friend and my boyfriend hooking up was not on my Christmas bingo card. I’m still in my Santa disguise when a sexy cop pulls me from the scene. Nathaniel is instantly caring which does nothing to cool the heat sweltering between us. Just looking at the single dad in uniform makes me ...

Septuagenarian librarian Cleo Watkins won’t be shushed when an upstart young mayor threatens to permanently shelve her tiny town’s storm-damaged library. She takes to her bookmobile, Words on Wheels, to collect allies and rally library support throughout Catalpa Springs, GA. However, Cleo soon rolls into trouble. A major benefactor known for his eccentric DIY projects requests all available books on getting away with murder. He’s no Georgia peach, and Cleo wonders if she should be worried. She knows she should when she finds him murdered - and evidence points to her best friend.

Roses, Revenge, and Ruin: A Thorne Sisters Cozy Mystery When a mysterious woman steps into Blossom & Thorne and requests a dozen deep red roses, sisters Iris and Poppy Thorne think it’s just another day at their flower shop. But when the woman leaves behind a cryptic note and vanishes hours later, the Thorne sisters find themselves drawn into a puzzling mystery. As whispers of foul play spread through the town, Iris and Poppy use their knowledge of flowers, local gardens, and the hidden meanings behind blooms to piece together the clues. What begins as a missing persons case soon unravels...

"Author Elli Marsh has gifted us another beautiful love story. Vaughn and Tessa both expected to find insta-hate when they met … instead they were instantly attracted to each other—seeing only the best. I half expect the ‘battle ax’ planned their meeting in some way, knowing they would be perfect for each other." -ARC Reviewer Vaughn The old bat finally croaked and the town rejoiced, me included. That is until finding out the property wasn’t left to me as we’d agreed upon, her way of sticking it to me one final time from beyond the grave. As if it’s not bad enough I’m losing...

"Just when you think Elli has written every possible plot for the Mountain Man series, she surprises you with a fresh one! The story grabs you from the start and keeps you turning pages to see what happens next. A cheerful, satisfying read most readers will enjoy!"-Amazon Reviewer Michaela I LOVE love. Instead of Valentine’s Day reminding me that I haven’t found the great love I’ve always dreamed of, seeing it all around me, I can’t help but be optimistic. All day people have been flooding into the flower shop I manage, every last floral arrangement out the door and on their way to ...

A pink iguana convinced he can talk to a cat ghost. A woman’s psychic vision leading to another murder. And a witch who has no idea who to believe. Hi, I’m Glinda Goodall, part-time witch and part-time amateur sleuth from Witch’s Cove, Florida, a beach town full of witches and gossips. Iggy—my talking pink iguana—just dropped a bomb on me, saying he just communicated with the ghost of some widow’s pet. I might have dismissed that nonsense if the man didn’t die the next day—just as this ghost cat had predicted! Now Iggy is determined to solve his murder, with or without my ...

"This book literally will have you laughing from the first page. The plot is light and bubbly, and fits the characters in this story perfectly. Bowen is what our dream book boyfriends look and feel like. Their connection is instant, their love is hot, their interactions steamy." -ARC Reviewer Bowen People aren’t my thing. I’ve always connected more with nature, it’s why I became a vet. The last thing I expect when dropping off a miniature donkey at the farm is for the owners to have mysteriously vanished, replaced by a drop dead gorgeous woman from the city. One who knows more about ...

The Bodie Island Lighthouse Library Classic Novel Book Club is reading Journey to the Center of the Earth by Jules Verne while workers dig into the earth to repair the Lighthouse Library’s foundations. The digging halts when Lucy pulls a battered tin box containing a Civil War-era diary from the pit. Tucked inside is a hand-drawn map of the Outer Banks, accompanied by a page written in an indecipherable code.

“Ridge is fantastic. Elli did it again!!! I totally love this series and the story of Arianna and Ridge is a fav. I love the instalove that they find and that they both recognized it and sought to stay together. Amazing story!!!!" -ARC review Welcome to Fox Valley, New Hampshire, where jaded nature photographers and hunky backcountry survivalists are a match made in the mountains. Ridge I go where the wilderness takes me. I’ve spent so long teaching people how to survive, I might have forgotten how to really live. Until Arianna blows in on the winds of a late season storm. Her ...

"Mountain Man Marcus is the perfect mix of adrenaline, heart, and heat. Fallon’s struggle to reclaim her life after trauma felt raw and real, and when a sudden storm throws her into danger, Marcus is the kind of hero every reader hopes will show up—steady, protective, and unexpectedly tender. Fallon’s strength meets Marcus’s quiet vulnerability."-ARC Reviewer Welcome to Anchor Hills, Maine, where rugged coastal mountain veterans are just waiting for the curvy girl of their dreams. Fallon It’s not right that one moment can ruin all the ones that come after. My world was turned ...

"This had me giggling most of the way through. I love how Trenton ended up being a little golden retriever for Sloane, despite his reputation as a grump. They move fast, but they’re really cute together." -ARC Review Sloane I hate Valentine’s Day. It’s always been a horrible day, made even more horrible when a pipe bursts in my cabin, forcing me into a hotel room I can’t afford while it’s being repaired. Am I stress dreaming or is there a strange man in the bed beside me? A naked man. A very sexy naked man. Unfortunately, he has an attitude problem. Who in their right mind could ...