The Cozy Up Series

A man in hiding. A gang of outlaws searching for retribution. This is no time for cupcakes. Today is Brody Steele’s first day as the new owner of The Red Herring, Pleasant Valley, Maine’s only mystery bookstore. The cute shop has a loyal customer base as well as an ornery cat. Unfortunately, Brody doesn’t know the first thing about running a legitimate business, he doesn’t want to be in the small town, and he hates cats. On top of all that, he hasn’t read a book since high school. When a cute woman walks into the store, he thinks his bad luck is about to change. But as she starts asking about the previous owner’s whereabouts, his safe new existence begins to unravel. For Brody Steele is a man with a secret he must protect at all costs. The U.S. Government has invested a lot to keep it hidden, and his enemies will stop at nothing to expose him. Does happiness or death await Brody in this charming seaside community?

A man running from his past. A thief with a taste for blood. This is no time for scrapbooking. Welcome to Belfry, Oregon—the home of Evenfall! Years ago, a series of sparkly vampire movies were made on this north Oregon island. Every autumn, a festival is held to celebrate the films and let fans reenact their favorite scenes. Murray Lee has no interest in bloodsuckers, though. For the past several days, an outlaw motorcycle gang seeking revenge has pursued him. He’s tired, alone, and cranky. Amid a torrential downpour, Murray barely crossed the lone working bridge to Belfry before it washed out. Now, he’s stranded on the island as his enemy musters its forces and plans an attack. To make matters worse, someone is biting and robbing the citizens of the island. The local cops seem to think Murray fits the description and are digging into his background. But, Murray is a man with a secret he must protect. The U.S. government has invested a lot to keep him safe, and his enemies will stop at nothing now that they have found him. Murray Lee is about to be immersed in vampire culture in a way he would never have expected.

A man in a new city. A murderer on the loose. This is no time for embroidery. Skeeter Dursky is the latest hire at the Lake Michigan Tower—a seventeen-story retirement community. It’s only his third day, and he’s determined to make a good impression.  Unfortunately, his supervisor doesn’t believe he’s skilled enough to handle the simplest tasks. When a figure from Skeeter’s past arrives, his world turns upside-down. For Skeeter has a secret to protect—it’s one the government has gone to a lot of expense to hide. After a famous resident is murdered, members of Chicago’s finest swarm the tower and lock it down. Word of the crime brings the media and a ragtag group of mourning fans. With nosy cops at every exit and the press gathered outside the lobby, Skeeter Dursky has nowhere to run.  If he ever hopes to see freedom again, he must take matters into his own hands. Can Skeeter find the murderer and slip away before anyone realizes his true identity?

A man still in hiding. A Christmas heist. This is no time for fruitcake. Ed Belmont works in a struggling Midwest mall. It isn’t the ideal place for a job, but he’s doing the best he can. Every day is an uphill battle since Ed dislikes children, holiday decorations, and Christmas music. But what’s a guy to do when he’s Santa Claus? There’s a criminal lurking around town, and he’s dressed as jolly old Saint Nick. Unfortunately, the cops don’t have any leads until they stumble upon Ed. Now, the law is poking into his background, and it’s creating problems. For Ed Belmont is a man with a secret that the U.S. Government has invested a lot to keep concealed. This is important since Ed’s enemies have chased him across the country in hopes of exacting their revenge. Can Ed survive the week and leave the Santa suit behind? Or will the cops make sure he celebrates the holiday in jail?

A man hiding from trouble. A stick-up crew running from the law. This is no time for quilting.     Ned Delahanty works at a rundown Wyoming convenience store. Nothing much happens there, just the way he likes it. Most customers pump their gas and drive off without ever stepping inside.     When a massive blizzard blows across the plains, that all changes. Several groups of customers seek shelter at Ned’s store. Among those searching for safety are a band of crooks with the cops hot on their trail.     Ned soon finds himself locked in a cunning battle of wits with his dangerous guests. Can Ned keep everyone safe before this notorious gang makes him their next target?     For Ned Delahanty is a man with a background he must protect. The U.S. government has spent a considerable amount keeping him hidden from an enemy bent on revenge. Now, everything is in danger of falling apart.