Author: deborahgarner

Each holiday season, new and returning guests gather in the small town of Timberton, Montana, to celebrate Christmas at the Timberton Hotel. Resident artist and chef Mist’s unique way of offering exceptional cuisine, exquisite décor, and a touch of the unexpected, has a way of bringing visitors and local townsfolk together in heartfelt camaraderie.As this year’s guests arrive with hopes of a … hopes of a white Christmas, unseasonably warm weather hints at a less-than-wintery wonderland. But whether the snow falls or not, one thing is certain: with Mist around, there’s bound to be a little magic. No one ever…

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A vacation on the Southern California coast promises rest and relaxation for flamboyant senior sleuth Sadie Kramer and her mischievous Yorkie, Coco. But when the body of a heartthrob celebrity washes up on the beach outside her luxury hotel suite, Sadie’s fun-in-the-sun soon turns into sleuthing-with-the-stars.The resort’s wine and appetizer gatherings, suspicious guest behavior, and casual … and casual strolls along the beach boardwalk may provide clues, but will they be enough to discover who the killer is? Or will mystery and mayhem leave a Hollywood scandal unsolved?more

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The small Montana town of Timberton tends to bring magic to the holidays, especially for guests of the local hotel. Resident artist and chef Mist has a way of touching people’s lives with exquisite cuisine, imaginative art, and her own ethereal nature.When a nearby theatre burns down just before Christmas, cast members of The Nutcracker arrive at the Timberton Hotel with only a sliver of holiday … of holiday joy. Camaraderie, compassion, and shared inspiration combine to help at least one hidden dream come true. As with every Christmas season in Timberton, this year’s guests will face the New Year…

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A delectable cozy: Sadie’s vacation in New Orleans with her little dog Coco takes a mysterious turn when a customer at Chez Lisette Patisserie drops dead. With suspects piling up, can Sadie help catch the killer?

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When NY reporter Paige MacKenzie leaves Manhattan for Jackson Hole, she has only two things on her mind: enjoy life with Wyoming’s breathtaking Grand Tetons as the backdrop, and spend more time with handsome cowboy Jake Norris as he prepares to open his guest ranch.As Paige begins to settle in, a stranger’s odd behavior leads her to research western filming in the area – in particular, the movie, … the movie, Shane. Will digging into Hollywood’s movie connection with Jackson Hole simply lead to a freelance article for the Manhattan Post, or will it lead to a dangerous hidden secret?more

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A delectable cozy: When senior sleuth Sadie Kramer smells trouble at her favorite chocolate shop, her investigation takes her to the wine country Harvest Festival — and straight into a murder mystery!

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A cozy Christmas read: As guests arrive at the Timberton Hotel, they settle in with their end-of-year sorrows. But when resident chef Mist breathes new life into the small Montana town, she ignites a joyful spirit that brings hope and warmth to the holidays!

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In this enchanting cozy mystery, journalist Paige decides to combine work and relaxation at a beautiful New Mexico resort — only to stumble into a suspenseful adventure full of intrigue, secrets, and romance!

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In need of a fresh start, Molly heads to Cranberry Cove to take care of the bed-and-breakfast she’s inherited. But when five guests show up, each one has a secret — and one of those secrets will bring Molly face-to-face with her past…

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When reporter Paige is sent to a small town in Montana for a routine story, she uncovers a much bigger mystery in a hidden diary. With the help of the quirky locals and a handsome cowboy, can she unravel a web of shady dealings and stolen gems? With over 650 five-star ratings on BookBub!

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