Magic Animal Pet

Running a sanctuary for magical misfits is a messy job. Clearing your hellhound of a murder charge? That’s going to take a lot of coffee. Hazel never expected to inherit the Bramble Hollow Wayward Creatures Sanctuary. Between wrangling teething baby dragons, negotiating with a grumpy chupacabra, and dodging past-due property tax notices, she barely has time to sleep, let alone solve a murder. But when Clarissa Sterling, the town’s wealthiest and most obnoxious Elven socialite, is found dead in the town square—poisoned by a rare magical botanical—the sanctuary's financial troubles ...

A missing artifact. A town losing its magic. And a feisty librarian. Two decades ago, Elara Blackwood’s parents died in a mysterious accident. Since then, Quillhaven’s magic has disappeared, along with her own. When historical manuscripts relating to the town’s history are stolen on her watch, she is determined to find the thief. As she digs deeper into the mystery with Jasper, Quillhaven’s quirky journalist, she uncovers a startling secret. The stolen books contain clues about her parents’ death and the powerful artifact they had with them when they died. With the help of Leo and...

A heartwarming, small town, magical cozy mystery. Every book in the Quillhaven series can be read as a standalone. Magic is in full bloom… but so is murder. Celeste Nightingale’s flower shop, Starlight Blossoms, is known for crafting enchanted bouquets that soothe hearts and stir fate. But after her dear friend Alistair Fenwick is found dead, she places a magical glowing moonlace flower in his memorial bouquet. It stops glowing. This is a sign of deception. Celeste knows something is amiss. With the reluctant help of botanist Nathaniel Ashford, two ghostly assistants, and a pair of ...

A heartwarming, small town, magical cozy mystery. Every book in the Quillhaven series can be read as a standalone. Welcome to Quillhaven, where candy carries enchantment and secrets are as sweet—and sticky—as caramel. When Sophie Vanora inherits her great-aunt’s candy shop, Sugar Spells, she’s expecting powdered sugar and peppermint bark—not magical confections and mysterious break-ins. But when her aunt’s secret recipe book of enchanted sweets vanishes, and an ominous note reading Lullaby and good night is left behind, Sophie knows this is more than petty theft. Someone is ...

If you love animals, you’ve probably always wanted to know how to reach out to them: how can you possibly know what your pets are thinking, what they need, what they’d like to say to you? With this informative and accessible guide, professional animal communicator Thea Strom outlines the ins...

"If there was one piece of advice Olive Crisp always followed, it was that “one should never attempt to solve a crime on an empty stomach..."' 1970s. Cambridge, England. A MYSTERIOUS MURDER AT MIDNIGHT: When a student falls from the turrets of King’s College, Cambridge and the police rule his death as accidental, Olive consults her tarot cards - which confirm her suspicions of murder - and decides to take the investigation into her own hands. A COSY COMMUNITY: Fortunately, the college porter is a loyal customer of Olive’s cafe, The Biscuit Tin, and when she plies him with his ...

She came to sort the estate. The shop had other plans. After a divorce she's mostly done grieving and a bankruptcy she isn't, Nora Callahan drives into Turtlehead Gap, Virginia with four boxes, two suitcases, and a plan to sell her great-aunt Pearl's antique shop and move on with whatever's left of her life. She lasts about four minutes before a ferret named Pip launches off a high shelf, steals her car keys, and takes up residence in the center of her pillow. Pearl's shop, it turns out, is full of things with opinions. An oval mirror that goes blurry when someone is concealing genuine harm...

He's a Talking Psychic Cat Trying to Save the World. His Humans Are Only Interested in Their Drama. Will he find a way before more die? When BMC Jasmine's first and second beloved humans are murdered, bestowing upon him their magical lite-witch powers, he goes from a carefree frolicking cat to a confused and grief-ridden, bumbling, magical mess. He's desperate to start a CatCast and broadcast his message of love across the land. But then, a knock comes at the front door. Now, he and his sleuthing crew have another murder to solve before the killer strikes again. But a devious cult leader ...

A heartwarming, small town, magical cozy mystery. Every book in the Quillhaven series can be read as a standalone. Magic runs through her veins—and the lake is calling her to use it. Olympic silver medalist Diana Waverly thought a summer at Starfall Lake would be the perfect break—peaceful waters, fun swimming lessons, and zero drama. But when a flashy real estate developer takes an unexpected tumble off his stranded boat and turns up dead, her plans get swept away into a dangerous investigation. Quillhaven is buzzing with gossip, and the list of suspects is longer than a summer day. ...

His best friend's been kidnapped. He could be next. Only magic can save them, but who will train him? BMC Jasmine has lost too many loved ones on his watch. Now he's on a mission to grow his CatCast followers and save the world from humans' violent drama. But when his methods anger the lottery commission and attract an unsavory crowd, his human revokes his podcasting privilege, threatening his life's work. While an enraged BMC passionately argues his case, intruders infiltrate his home and snatch his best pal. Desperate to save his friend, he throws a magical spell. Except it explodes and ...

When eight-year-old Kirstie brings home a strange egg from the Scottish shore, her family never expects it to hatch. But the next day, Kirstie discovers a baby sea monster swimming in her bathtub! Part horse, part toad, part turtle and part crocodile, he's the oddest-looking creature Kirstie's family has ever seen. Only Kirstie's grandfather knows what the beastie really is: a Water Horse! This lovable creature is the perfect pet. The only trouble is, he can't stop growing.

Where love purrs and danger prowls, every whisper reveals a truth. In the quaint town of Rubato, where the extraordinary is just another part of everyday life, BMC (better known as Psychic Cat) finds himself entangled in a web of mystery and romance that challenges his very understanding of souls and affections. When Bobby, a robot with a colorful past, vanishes without a trace, BMC's psychic senses are set ablaze. Aided by his faithful friend, Echo, he embarks on a quest to unravel the truth. But the investigation takes a complicated turn with the arrival of a captivating new feline whose ...

A heartwarming, small town, magical cozy mystery. Every book in the Quillhaven series can be read as a standalone. Enchanted snow, mischievous cats, and a stolen wish… A whimsical holiday mystery where love and community prove to be the season’s greatest gifts. At Frosted Pines Tree Farm, Christmas is more than twinkling lights and cocoa by the fire—it’s enchantment woven into every snowflake. Clara Snow, owner of Snowfall Enchantments, fills her shelves with hand-painted ornaments that whisper people’s deepest wishes. But when a box of these magical treasures vanishes just days ...

A heartwarming, small town, magical cozy mystery. Every book in the Quillhaven series can be read as a standalone. Murder, magic, and a ghost with unfinished business take center stage in Quillhaven. When seasoned director Olivia Sweetwater arrives in the enchanted town of Quillhaven, she expects nothing more mysterious than staging The Thirteenth Mirror at the historic Silver Quill Theatre. On the first day of rehearsals, the Silver Quill’s beloved costume designer, Martha, is found murdered, and her magical sewing patterns—protective spells woven into fabric for generations—have ...

When a quiet small-town pharmacist discovers her cat and horse have opinions—and voices—her life is about to get a whole lot more dangerous. Caroline Helmar has always preferred the comforts of routine: carefully labeled glass bottles, steaming cups of tea, and the predictable heartbeat of Greenhill. But everything changes the day her sarcastic orange tabby, E.M., and her dramatic psychic horse, Topper, reveal what they really are: Familiars bound to a long line of magical Guardians… including her. And her first assignment arrives fast. A beloved librarian is attacked. A priceless ...

A heartwarming, small town, magical cozy mystery. Every book in the Quillhaven series can be read as a standalone. What happens when a writer's greatest fear comes true? As Ellie Fitzgerald arrives in the charming town of Quillhaven, she’s hoping for a quiet reset after a painful breakup. Helping her uncle Martin run his beloved bookshop, Chapter & Chime, seems like the perfect place to begin again. The shop is warm, welcoming, and filled with stories waiting to be discovered. Even the local cats—Leo and Luna—have opinions about what people should read. But Quillhaven isn’t an ...

A whisker-close fall from popularity. A magic that shrinks pride. A city that only heroes can navigate—on four paws. John Rensley was the undisputed King of the Hallways—varsity jacket, crowd-winning charm, and the kind of reputation that echoed louder than the morning bell. But when a dare goes too far and a quiet girl with a mysterious glimmer in her eyes pushes back, John wakes up to find the world… enormous. Literally. Now trapped in the body of a black cat and stuck on the streets of New York City, John has to earn back more than just his human form. With a sarcastic pigeon as ...

Some towns have secrets. Willowbrook decides who keeps them. When Eliza Moore returns home, she expects quiet streets and second chances—not a town where reality flickers and people don’t always come back the same. It begins with a feeling. A moment out of place. A shadow that lingers too long. A clocktower that seems to be watching. Then someone disappears. Not missing—erased. And something deep within Willowbrook is making the choice. As time fractures and memories shift, Eliza uncovers a terrifying truth: this isn’t a haunting. It’s something learning how the world works. ...

💫 PenCraft Summer Best Book Awards: Cozy Mystery Winner 2026 Welcome to Quillhaven, where books whisper secrets, pastries hold enchantments, and a witch’s potions are anything but predictable. Annie Hart has her hands full running Spellbound Stories Bookshop and mentoring young witches in the magical town of Quillhaven. As a descendant of the legendary Elara Blackwood, she’s got a knack for brewing subtle potions and chatting with animals—especially her two mischievous, ageless Siamese cats, Leo and Luna. When her most promising young witch-in-training mysteriously vanishes into ...

It should’ve been the sale of a lifetime… Bridal boutique owner (and secret witch) Aria Whitmore has hit the jackpot: dress designer to the rich and famous, Zola Cates, will be holding her first ever sample sale... at Aria's store! "Winters will have you giggling into your book!" Aria prepares tirelessly for the showing, with the help of her assistant Sarah, and her wise-cracking parrot Kiwi. (Ok, so maybe Kiwi’s “help” isn’t quite so helpful…) However, when the day of the sale arrives, Aria discovers a nightmare in her normally glamorous store: the shop wrecked, the sale ...