In this light-hearted historical cozy mystery, Aunt Kate and her niece, Lady Jane Scott are about to become amateur sleuths.

England, December 1927

Having been close companions during Jane’s childhood, especially after Jane’s mother died, aunt and niece grew apart when Jane went off to university and began a new life.

In this first story of the series, their relationship has a chance to begin again with an invitation to a society birthday party at Linton Hall. But with Jane now an independent, academically minded 26-year-old, does unassuming widow, Aunt Kate still have a meaningful role in her niece’s life?

At the hall, Lord Linton’s heir, Edward, has returned from years of living in Paris. Unfortunately, he’s failed to change his arrogant ways, which upsets many of the guests.

DS Charlie Rees wants a fresh start.

He wants to make his name as a serious, professional, detective.

Two students disappear. This could be Charlie’s chance. If he can find them.

But the university doesn’t want to admit they’re missing, and his personal life is a disaster.

The fresh start is turning into a hot mess.

London, Christmas Eve. 1927. Shivering in her wedding dress, Mrs Mortimer’s special day takes a turn for the worst when she embarks on her honeymoon, only to end up in prison.

There was, on reflection, something decidedly fishy about the wedding – and the funeral that followed, but investigating a murder you’re supposed to have committed, is easier said than done when you’re under lock and key.

Can Aunt Bathsheba help to solve the crime – and might her strange coterie of writers offer assistance? Who exactly is the solicitor, and is he as good as he thinks he is? And might Crumpet – Georgie’s little terrier, be the key to her survival?

An Amish buggy horse by the name of “Blessing” is passed from one person to another, changing their lives in the process.
Nettie, long isolated from her community after years of caring for her reclusive mother, finds herself truly alone for the first time. Viewed with suspicion by locals and estranged from her own people, Nettie faces a new crisis when her loyal buggy horse goes lame. Unable to afford a replacement, her world shrinks even further—until a lost horse appears in her driveway.
As Nettie grapples with this unexpected gift, Daniel Glick finds himself drawn to the enigmatic woman despite her reluctance to connect. When the unscrupulous Jebediah Sprinkler threatens Nettie’s home, Daniel becomes an unlikely ally in her fight to maintain independence.
But as pressures mount and secrets surface, Nettie must confront a difficult choice: adhere to the law she’s always known, or take matters into her own hands. And for Daniel, the greatest challenge may lie in reconciling his growing feelings with the truth Nettie keeps hidden.

Mitch and Karl are meant for each other—they just don’t know it yet. They’re both gay, middle-aged, single, and open to meeting that special someone. Problem is, they never get out of the house! With Karl working from home, and Mitch’s non-existent social life, it seems unlikely the two will ever meet. Everything changes, however, when Mitch visits a neighborhood dog park and Karl’s greyhound takes a shine to him. In a sneaky bid to spend more time together, Karl hires Mitch to do some landscaping work, and something special begins to grow along with the flowers. Green’s Thumb is a low-angst, silver romance with a guaranteed HEA!

Mushu is a small dog, apparently helpless. She is anything but. She is resourceful, clever, and has the memory of a thousand previous lives to help her know what to do.

There is a fractured family in dire need of help in Middle Falls, Oregon and Mushu is on her way to help.

A Mutt in Time is a 10,000 word short story.

Two other stories are included in this mini-collection:

The Christmas Visitor. A man spends all year planning the good deeds he will do on Christmas day. It is the only day each year he gets to spend with his son Billy and he wants to make the most of it.

One Night with You. An angel from Rock ‘n Roll Heaven and Elvis Presley walk into a rundown bar in Middle Falls, Oregon. That sounds like the setup for a punchline, but this story is no joke. A sweet-natured What If story about the King of Rock ‘n Roll.

A fascinating look at the life of the author who created such modern classics as Carrie, IT, and The Shining.
One of the most prolific and popular authors in the world today, Stephen King has become part of pop culture history. But who is the man behind those tales of horror, grief, and the supernatural? Where do these ideas come from? And what drives him to keep writing at a breakneck pace after a thirty year career? In this unauthorized biography, Lisa Rogak reveals the troubled background and lifelong fears that inspire one of the twentieth century’s most influential authors.
King’s origins were inauspicious at best. His impoverished childhood in rural Maine and early marriage hardly spelled out the likelihood of a blossoming literary career. But his unflagging work ethic and a ceaseless flow of ideas put him on the path to success. It came in a flash, and the side effects of sudden stardom and seemingly unlimited wealth soon threatened to destroy his work and, worse, his life. But he survived and has since continued to write at a level of originality few authors could ever hope to match.

Before the famed Nuremberg Tribunal, there was Rüsselsheim, a small German town, where ordinary civilians were tried in the first War Crimes Trial of World War II.

As the tide of World War II turned, a hitherto unknown incident set a precedent for how we would bring wartime crimes to justice: In August 1944, the 9- man crew of an American bomber was forced to bail out over Germany. As their captors marched them into Rüsselsheim, a small town recently bombed to smithereens by Allies, they were attacked by an angry mob of civilians–farmers, shopkeepers, railroad workers, women, and children. With a local Nazi chief at the helm, they assaulted the young Americans with stones, bricks, and wooden clubs. They beat them viciously and left them for dead at the nearby cemetery.

It could have been another forgotten tragedy of the war. But when the lynching was briefly mentioned in a London paper a few months later, it caught the eye of two Army majors, Luke Rogers and Leon Jaworski. Their investigation uncovered the real human cost of the war: the parents and a newlywed wife who agonized over the fate of the men, and the devastating effect of modern warfare on civilian populations.

Create colorful jelly roll quilts with 13 projects in a range of sizes and complexity.

From the pages of Love Patchwork & Quilting and Today’s Quilter comes a delicious collection of 13 bright, bold quilts that feature the perennially popular jelly roll strips. Strip piecing, basketweave, pinwheels, appliqué, and more—use 2 1/2-inch pre-cut fabric strips in exciting and unexpected ways. Whip up quilts in a range of project sizes and complexity, including a suite of baby projects, a pillow, wall hangings, and bed quilts. Top designers like Susan Briscoe and Jo Avery are featured. Finally, get the best from the pages of the UK’s most popular quilting magazines!

• Jelly rock-’n’-roll! This project-stuffed book is an easy and affordable way to own stylish patterns from the bestselling modern quilting magazines in the United Kingdom.
• Piece thirteen projects from 2 ½” precut strips, ranging from bed-size beauties to quick-sew projects
• Take strip-piecing a step further with innovative techniques and tons of variety

For three generations, François Payard’s family has been pleasing palates with mouth-watering pastries and confectionaries. Now, the renowned chef shares his favorite recipes for one of the most beloved desserts in the world: cookies.

Filled with family recipes, elegant showstoppers, and French classics, this comprehensive tome presents a wealth of sweet delights guaranteed to enhance any celebration or occasion. From the simplest butter cookies to cake-like financiers, delicate tuiles, jammy linzer tortes, and picture-perfect macarons, these recipes are flawless enough for any classically trained chef and easy enough for any home cook. Whether you’re looking to make a one-of-a-kind homemade gift or whipping up a treat to enjoy on the spot with coffee or tea, Payard Cookies will turn your kitchen into a delectable French patisserie.

Eat More Vegetables.

Chef of the award-winning Atlanta restaurant Miller Union, Steven Satterfield—dubbed the “Vegetable Shaman” by theNew York Times’ Sam Sifton—has enchanted diners with his vegetable dishes, capturing the essence of fresh produce through a simple, elegant cooking style. Like his contemporaries April Bloomfield and Fergus Henderson, who use the whole animal from nose to tail in their dishes, Satterfield believes in making the most out of the edible parts of the plant, from root to leaf. Satterfield embodies an authentic approach to farmstead-inspired cooking, incorporating seasonal fresh produce into everyday cuisine. His trademark is simple food and in his creative hands he continually updates the region’s legendary dishes—easy yet sublime fare that can be made in the home kitchen.

Root to Leaf is not a vegetarian cookbook, it’s a cookbook that celebrates the world of fresh produce. Everyone, from the omnivore to the vegan, will find something here.