There’s something deeply comforting about the flavors of childhood. Maybe it’s the swirl of cocoa in a mug of hot, foamy milk, or the way a slice of homemade cake can instantly transport you back in time. While recipe testing for The Whisking Hour—book 22 in my Bakeshop Mystery Series—I knew Jules needed to create […]

If there’s one thing I love as much as writing mysteries, it’s baking. While working on Laying Down the Latte, the 21st book in the Bakeshop Mysteries, I had the chance to immerse myself in the flavors of Costa Rica. Jules, Carlos, and Andy take a coffee-fueled adventure in this book, and my research trip to Costa […]

Today is the day! Killing Me Soufflé is on bookshelves, and I can’t wait to share the 20th book in the Bakeshop Mysteries with you. To celebrate, I’m sharing Jules’s signature chocolate soufflé recipe. If you’ve never tried this decadent treat, now is the time. Happy baking and reading!

One of my core early baking memories is of this red velvet cake. I can’t remember if the recipe came from my grandmother or my cousin, who would request it every year for her birthday, but it’s a family favorite and a Valentine’s tradition in our house. The ermine (also known as flour frosting) is […]

If you can believe it, book 20 of the Bakeshop Mysteries releases next month! Killing Me Soufflé (shockingly) includes a recipe for soufflé along with a bevy of delectable sweet and savory items that Sterling, Steph, Carlos, and Jules are whipping up on the Southern Oregon Coast. I thought it would be fun to share […]

December brought a baking frenzy to my house while I was growing up. My mom would start holiday baking right after Thanksgiving and freeze batches of cookies to share with friends and neighbors later in the month. I’ve kept the tradition, especially because the Tech Guy loves a frozen cookie even more than one hot […]

The holiday season is almost upon us, and so is the release of the fourth book in the Secret Bookcase Mysteries—A Holiday Homicide! Mark your calendars for November 20th, and get ready for Annie’s latest mystery that’s filled with festive suspense, twists, and cozy intrigue. Now, I know I’ve always been a “no Christmas until […]

Hello, fellow cozy mystery buffs and pun aficionados! It’s time for another cozy episode of “Reality Writes.” This week, The Tech Guy and I dive deep into the art of book title creation in Episode 01.18. Ever wonder why some books grab your attention right from the shelf? It’s all in the title! From the […]

Hello! I am thrilled to announce that the third book in my Secret Bookcase Mysteries series, Death at the Dinner Party, is now available! I can’t thank you all enough for your support of this new series and for joining me on another bookish adventure with Annie, Pri, Penny, Fletcher, Hal, and the whole crew […]

Hello, Darlings! Episode 15 of Reality Writes is here, and it’s one you won’t want to miss. We’re diving into one of my favorite topics—food and writing! Join The Tech Guy and me as we explore how I choose the delicious recipes featured in the culinary cozy mysteries of my Bakeshop Mystery series. From indulgent […]