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...

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.

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 ...

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.

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 ...

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 ...

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...

Mimi Lee is on top of the world. She has a thriving pet grooming business, the sweetest boyfriend, and a talking cat to boot. When she arrives at the elementary school where her sister Alice works, she’s expecting a fun girls’ night out - but instead finds a teacher slumped over in her car, dead.

A movie production in Witch’s Cove, a talking bad boy raccoon, and a dead leading lady. Just your typical day in paradise. I am so excited that I am going to be in a movie! So what if it’s not much of a speaking part? Just being around celebrities will be awesome. Or at least it was until one of the leading ladies turned up dead. It’s not that my partner and fiancé in The Pink Iguana Sleuths aren’t used to dead bodies, but this case also included a raccoon, who happened to be the leading lady’s familiar. It wouldn’t be so bad if he hadn’t recruited Iggy for his nocturnal ...

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 ...

“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 ...

"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 ...

Today, everyone loves Mrs. Granger in Ravenwood Cove (well, except the bad guys). At ninety-plus-years-old, she's gutsy, outspoken, and loves her friends and family with a level of protectiveness that's almost scary. But how did she get that way? As a blushing bride, figuring out how to make a cozy life with her headstrong husband, life seems easy and full of baked pies, quilting parties, and daily laundry. When a sudden mystery shocks the people in her little beach hometown, she's suddenly catapulted into danger and intrigue she's never experienced before. Clean language and PG-rating (at ...

"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 ...

Pour yourself a cup of something warm and settle into a world where kitchens glow with laughter, memories linger around the table, and gratitude fills every room. Short Stories for Seniors with Humor and Heart is a delightful collection of easy-to-read, large-print short stories that capture the magic of Thanksgiving and the beauty of everyday kindness. From the chaos of a family feast gone sideways to the quiet comfort of a shared meal, each tale celebrates gratitude, connection, and the simple joy of being together. 🎁 The perfect gift for parents, grandparents, or anyone who loves feel...

"This was such a sweet story about finding your person. The chemistry between these two was insane and the ending was so happy. I wanted more! I loved it." -ARC Reviewer Welcome to Cedar Spring Lake, New Hampshire, where unlucky in love sweethearts and soul searching hikers are a match made in the mountains. Scottlyn This is going to be the worst weekend ever, hands down. My ex-boyfriend, the love of my life, is in town with his new girlfriend and he’s planning to propose. The very second the words are out of his mouth, I know I need a plan. Enter a very sexy, older mountain man. Kain’s...

"Elli Marsh has a way of creating characters that pull you in and make you feel. Canaan and Holli are a bit fragile when it comes to sharing themselves—Canaan, preferring animals to humans, lives a solitary life. Holli, due to her abusive father, avoids relationships. They are perfect for each other—they just need to learn to trust …" -ARC Reviewer Holli The peace only the mountains can provide is all I need for Christmas this year. Spending the holidays in Ashwood with my sister sounds like heaven. At least it would, if she could roll herself out of bed at a reasonable hour. Until ...

An inept witch. A talking pink iguana. A town trying to solve a lawman’s murder. Hi, I’m Glinda Goodall—the Good Witch of the South—and I want to welcome you to Witch’s Cove, Florida, a delightful beach town where witches and humans reside in peace and harmony. Sounds perfect, right? Yeah, that’s what it says on the billboard, but here’s the real scoop. My aunt, who runs the Tiki Hut Grill where I work, sees ghosts—or rather sees one of them—namely her dead husband. My mom, a funeral director, is addicted to all things that have to do with The Wizard of Oz. She even has a ...

Catering a masquerade ball turns into a night with…..murder. Lola and Polly once again at the wrong place at the wrong time….or is it the right place at the right time if you like the intrigue of solving a murder mystery? The Gallery Cafe was hired to cater for the big Fawnwood Museum’s masquerade ball. What fun! And it was until the museum’s director was found dead right at the bottom of one of the interactive sculptures. With the help of the handsome security guard, Lola and Polly try to find some answers. The new employee at the Cafe is wreaking with dishes, cups and coffee ...