Ho! Ho! Ho!
Wishing you and yours a very MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY HOLIDAYS 🥰.
– With warm wishes from your favorite cozy mystery author 😊
Holiday Wishes from Leena Clover
Holiday Wishes from Leena Clover
Large Print and Mega Cozy Mystery Sale
Have you heard of large print books? Do you ever read them?
I have been meaning to produce large print versions of my books for a while now. I am pleased to announce that I have finally taken the first step and published a large print version of Strawberries and Strangers, the first book in the Pelican Cove Cozy Mystery series.
Please do go and check it out here –>
Larger font means more pages. This one clocked in at 500+. So the cost is higher than your normal paperback.
With the holidays coming up, this is a great gift option for the readers in your family.
If you still haven’t read the Pelican Cove series, what are you waiting for?
There are 9 bestselling books in the series, all of them loved by readers. Get a kindle version of the first book here –>
You can borrow all these books for FREE if you are a Kindle Unlimited subscriber.
Mega Cozy Mystery Sale
The Mega Cozy Mystery Sale is on right now with excellent cozies for 99c. Some of them are box sets which means some really good deals are up for grabs. There is also a Kindle Fire giveaway for one lucky winner.
Writing update –
I am currently working on the next Pelican Cove book. Hoping to release it by Thanksgiving.
I hope you all took advantage of the free run of Hazelnuts and Halloween and got yourself a copy.
If you are liking any of my books, please do head over to Amazon, Goodreads, Bookbub or whatever your favorite platform is and leave a brief review. Reviews help other readers discover my books. Why not share the love? You will have my eternal gratitude :).
Until next time, enjoy all the coziness that fall brings with it.
Trick or Treat? FREE Book inside
Halloween is approaching fast. I have a special treat for you this Halloween.
No, it’s not candy. I am sure you are stocking up on that candy corn by yourself. Or M&Ms or Skittles or whatever your favorite candy is.
It’s a copy of my Halloween based short story – Hazelnuts and Halloween.
This is a cozy story set in Pelican Cove and has been very popular with readers.
The book is free from October 16 to October 20. So grab your copy before it is too late.
Halloween Celebrations End With a Washed Up Corpse
Pelican Cove is celebrating Halloween in style. The annual Halloween party at the Boardwalk Cafe brings out the witches and superheroes in full strength. Old timers share Pelican Cove’s legends of haunted houses and ghost ships. The unidentified body washed up on the beach, however, dampens the mood the very next morning.
The town hires Jenny to solve the murder. With a town full of people dressed in costumes, Jenny finds it hard to narrow down a suspect.
If you like clean cozy mysteries and books in the Pelican Cove Cozy Mystery Series, you will love this cozy short story that celebrates the spirit of Halloween.
If you are new to Pelican Cove, Hazelnuts and Halloween is a great introduction to the series. If you already love the Pelican Cove cozy mystery series, this is a bite sized installment you can enjoy.
Another Treat –
One of my favorite authors Lee Strauss is holding a big cozy mystery sale. It’s called the Read Your Heart Out Sale and features plenty of 99c mysteries from top cozy authors. This sale is on from October 15 to October 21. I hope you go check it out.
That’s it from me for now. Lots of exciting stuff coming up soon. Stay tuned!
New Release: APPLE CARAMEL MAYHEM is Live :)
Hello everyone! Have you been anxiously awaiting fall? This new release will get you in the mood right away.
Apple Caramel Mayhem is the third book in the Dolphin Bay Cozy Mystery Series. As I said before, this one really tested me. But I am happy with how the book has turned out. I hope you give it a read and like it too.
Change is the only constant in Anna Butler’s life. Her new cafe is open and drawing large crowds. Her family life is finally coming together. The leaves are turning and it’s time to go apple picking.
When a gruesome murder shocks the town, Anna decides to go sleuthing again to help her old friend.
The book is now LIVE on Amazon. Download a sample or just BUY with 1-Click. You can also borrow the book for free if you are a Kindle Unlimited member.
Here is a bit more about the book. Enjoy!!
Apple Caramel Mayhem
City Developer Murdered at Historic Castle
Anna’s Café is flourishing. Locals and tourists can’t stop gorging on her delicious cupcakes.
Dolphin Bay is in turmoil as a city developer proposes new construction on the scenic Coastal Walk. Locals flock to the town meeting to protest. Hours later, the man is dead, stabbed to death in a room full of people. The police face a big challenge since everyone present had a motive to kill. Then the murder weapon is discovered.
When Anna’s friend and local resort owner Charlie Robinson becomes the top suspect, she reluctantly steps in to help. Can she ignore his sordid reputation and trust he is innocent?
New secrets are revealed and multiple suspects emerge as Anna travels across cities and digs into the past to find the real killer. Her personal life proves to be highly eventful, keeping her on her toes. Meanwhile, the local football team is in dire need of assistance.
Apple Caramel Mayhem is a fast paced clean cozy mystery that will keep you guessing till the end. Book 3 in Dolphin Bay is chock full of fall flavor and sets the tone for a cozy autumn evening by the fireside.
If you like cozy mysteries with strong women, second chances, friendships that endure and plenty of yummy food, you will love Apple Caramel Mayhem.
I am eager to know what you think about this one. Have a great weekend!
Ooops…I forgot! [New Release]
Hello there! It’s been a while since I posted anything. I have been busy writing the third book in the Dolphin Bay series. It’s being really temperamental!
I hope you got the email announcing the first book, Raspberry Chocolate Murder. I suddenly realized something. I never told you about the release of Book 2, Orange Thyme Death.
Orange Thyme Death went live on August 12 and readers have been loving it. Here is the blurb and cover for your reference. I hope you will go check it out. Just click on the link below to go to the book page.
Raspberry Chocolate Murder and Orange Thyme Death are both available in paperback!
No rest for the wicked so I’m going back to my writing desk. Working on Book 3 (Apple Caramel Mayhem). Also doing some work on the next Pelican Cove book.
Enjoy the crisp, cool fall air until next time, eat lotsa apples 🙂
Body at Bookstore Baffles Dolphin Bay
When a local man is found dead at Bayside Books, Anna Butler becomes implicated in a second murder. Her past connection with the victim raises a red flag the police cannot ignore. The Firecrackers start working to clear Anna of the ridiculous allegations.
Anna’s daughter Cassie isn’t making things easy. Mother and daughter argue over how to deal with the unexpected visitor, Anna choosing trust and emotion over Cassie’s more practical approach. Meanwhile, Mayor Lara, Anna’s nemesis, continues to breathe down her neck, promising dire consequences.
The Butler women are immersed in turmoil as the grand opening of Anna’s café is postponed and her dreams are threatened once again. As the murder investigation takes a bizarre turn, a certain ex-police chief provides the only bright spot in Anna’s life.
Orange Thyme Death is a sensational pageturner that will keep you guessing and leave you amazed at an ending you didn’t see coming.
If you like cozy mysteries with fearless heroines, high drama, beach settings and yummy food, you will love this second book set in Dolphin Bay.
It’s all good!
Hello everyone! Hope you are all enjoying the summer and reading some nice juicy cozy mystery.
I have plenty of news to share. As you might know, I have been hunkered down working on a new cozy mystery series. It is now ready for release and will be coming your way soon. More on that later.
Let’s talk about what’s happening in Pelican Cove. I am thrilled to see how interested and invested readers have become in Jenny’s life. Thank you so much for all your messages and emails. Many of you firmly side with either Jason or Adam. I say it’s all good.
Pelican Cove is still going strong and Book 10 will be here sometime in the fall. At least that’s the plan. There will be some changes in Jenny’s life. No matter what happens, she will take it in her stride and soldier on.
The Pelican Cove Box Set received tremendous love from you. Thousands of readers are enjoying it now. The price went up to $3.99 this month but it is a steal even at that because you get 50% off. If you are a Kindle Unlimited subscriber, you can of course borrow it for FREE.
So if you haven’t read the Pelican Cove series yet, this is your chance. Go ahead, subscribe to KU, and borrow the box set.
The Box Set is celebrating 50 reviews today. It reached many heights, being a #1 bestselling cozy culinary mystery in several countries since its release. Thank you so much for all the love and appreciation.
About the New Cozy Series
I know you must be eager to learn more about this one. I will be doing a cover reveal soon. Until then, here is what you can expect from it.
— set in a small scenic beach town in Northern California
— featuring bold, fearless heroines
— juicy mystery with twists and turns that will keep you turning pages
— plenty of yummy, delicious food and lotsa cupcakes
— clean content with no graphic scenes or gore
Does that sound like something you want to read? Please do leave a comment below and let me know.
If you read till here, there is a bonus. I am currently accepting some new members in my ARC team or Advanced Reviewer team. These are the people who get first dibs on all my books, read them before or as soon as they are published. If you are interested in joining, please write to me at leenaclover[at]gmail[dot]com. There is some basic criteria for joining but we can sort it out.
Thank you all once again for being here. I really appreciate it.
Counting down to the new series now!
Summer Plans and Thanks :)
It’s official! Summer is here.
Time to eat out on the patio, go for long walks in the woods, plan that long awaited cruise or trip to the beach, grill in the backyard…the list is endless.
I would love to know what you have been looking forward to doing this summer season. If you are a book lover like me, you already have a long reading list. Keep a place on it for my upcoming new series (wink).
The set continues to top the charts in multiple countries. Many thanks to all those of you who bought or borrowed it. In case you haven’t got it yet, what are you waiting for? The special introductory price will expire soon (although you can always borrow it for free if you are a Kindle Unlimited subscriber.)
It’s the end of the month and that means it is time for the monthly cozy mystery sale. Many of my fellow authors come together each month and discount one of their books for your reading pleasure. Click on the image below to go check it out. You are sure to find some book you like.
Heading back to my writing desk now so I can finish that book and get it to you soonest. I wish you a happy, fun filled summer ahead.
Happy Mother’s Day!
Mother’s Day is almost here and I already have plans for it. What are you doing this Sunday?
Lee Strauss, one of my favorite authors, has put together a special sale of cozies for Mother’s Day. Many good books are being offered for FREE in this sale, not the least of which is a box set of the first three Ginger Gold Mysteries (I Love those!).
So click the link below and head over. You are sure to find something you like.
https://www.leestraussbooks.com/mothersday/
In other news, the continues to be a top international bestseller. Readers are just loving it. If you haven’t read the Pelican Cove Cozy Mystery Series yet, this is a great way to get started. You can either save 80% and buy it outright or just check it out for free via Kindle Unlimited.
Book 9 is currently being offered at a special price of 99c. Some of you have written in about the latest happenings in Jenny’s life. Thank you so much for your feedback. I really appreciate that you are taking the time to let me know what you think.
The new series is progressing steadily. You might be happy to know it is set in another beach town. I will let you know a few more tidbits as we get close to the finish line.
Pelican Cove Cookbook
Some of you have asked about it. It’s on the list. I’m just not sure when though. Most of the recipes are in my head.
Would you be willing to test them for the book? Your name will (if you want) appear in the book as a recipe tester or taster. I can put up a form on the website where people who are interested can sign up. What do you think about it? Please leave a comment and let me know, or write to me directly.
Back to my writing desk. Here’s a big shout out to all mothers. What would we do without them?
Happy Mother’s Day!
New Release: Sundaes and Sinners is LIVE :)
Hello there! Hope you are having a great Sunday!
I am happy to announce that Sundaes and Sinners, Book 9 of the Pelican Cove Cozy Mystery Series is now LIVE on Amazon. Yay! 🙂 The book has already scaled the charts and is in the top 1000 books in the Amazon store.
If you are a Kindle Unlimited subscriber, you can borrow or check it out immediately.
Here is a brief blurb about the book.
Sundaes and Sinners
Murder Suspected in Homecoming Queen’s Fatal Accident
Isabella Worthington, a teen millionaire heiress, is a popular figure in Pelican Cove. Her sudden death shocks the town and plunges Jenny and the Magnolias in grief.
The open-and-shut case turns into a murder investigation when a witness comes forward and asks Jenny to investigate foul play. Determined to seek justice for her newest friend, Jenny sets on a mission to find out why someone would want to kill the generous and much loved girl.
As secrets tumble out of the shadows, Jenny realizes that the victim was surrounded by sinners. Who among them could have gone far enough to kill her? Faced with multiple suspects and baffled by several false leads, Jenny has a tough task ahead of her.
Meanwhile, the town of Pelican Cove is getting ready for the spring festival as Jenny tries to rebuild her life.
If you like clean cozy mysteries with plenty of red herrings, yummy food and strong women, you will like this latest installment in the Pelican Cove Cozy Mystery Series.
Buy now and start reading this fast paced mystery.
Until next time, Happy Reading!
Work on the new series is progressing at a steady pace. I should have some more news on it soon.
Have you saved 80%?
Hello everyone!
Just a brief update from me today. I am pleased to tell you that the Pelican Cove Cozy Mystery Box Set seems very popular with readers. At 99 cents for the first four books in the series, it is available at over 80% discount. This is a great opportunity for those of you who want to get started with the series.
The price will go up to $3.99 pretty soon. If you are a Kindle Unlimited subscriber, you will be able to check out all four books as one and read it at your leisure. But readers are loving the deal so much that most are choosing to keep it with them forever rather than borrow it. It’s a keeper!
I couldn’t be more surprised by the reception this book received. It is a bestseller in countries other than the US. It has also been sporting an orange ‘Bestseller’ tags for the last 12 days in a row. This tag is assigned every hour so keeping it for so long is big. It may not matter in the scheme of things, but these are the small things that motivate us authors. So thank you very much for giving me some proud moments. It wouldn’t have been possible without you.
Giveaway Results
The winer of the ‘Win a Paperback’ giveaway is Teresa Williams!
Give her a big round of applause. She gets a copy of Strawberries and Strangers.
Get ready for the next giveaway – it’s coming your way soon.
Book Update
Sundaes and Sinners, the next book in the Pelican Cove Cozy Mystery Series is now on preorder. It goes live on April 27. Get your copy now so that you will be one of the first to read it as soon as it is released.
Hundreds have already booked their copy. Why should you be left behind?
Work on the new series is progressing at a rapid pace. I know the name of the series now and where it is set. I also know who the main characters are. I will be releasing small bits of information about them over the course of the next month or two.
Wrapping up –
My author friends have come together to bring you the Mega Cozy Mystery Sale. Click on the banner below to see the bunch of 20+ books that are reduced to 99cents for this week.
There is also a Kindle Fire to be won!
Be sure to click on the image – it will lead you to a fresh load of books every month.
That’s it from me for now. Hope you all have a wonderful week ahead.
New Release: Pelican Cove Box Set
Hello everyone!
I have a big SURPRISE! As you must have guessed from the title of this post, I just released the first ever Pelican Cove Cozy Mystery Box set. This anthology contains Book 1 to 4 and is currently being offered at over 80% discount. That spells big savings for you, the reader.
Many of you must have already read the first four books, but in case you missed any of them, this is a great opportunity to catch up. You can pick up all four books at just 99c for a limited time. A great way to get started on the series and binge read.
Pelican Cove Cozy Mystery Series Box Set: Books 1-4 in the Pelican Cove Cozy Mysteries
‘This is truly the Best Cozy Series around!’
This cozy mystery anthology brings you FOUR fast paced murder mysteries with twists and turns and plenty of suspects and red herrings. Every book in this set has been a bestseller and has entertained thousands of readers.
If you like reading about strong women, small town life, friendships that endure and yummy food with a side of murder, you will love the Pelican Cove Cozy Mystery series.
Dumped by her cheating husband, 44 year old Jenny King arrives in the remote island town of Pelican Cove. At her aunt’s urging, Jenny starts working at the Boardwalk Cafe, slowly rebuilding her life. Her delicious cakes and muffins make the town famous, drawing tourists from far and wide.
Jenny will form lifelong friendships with the local women. And she might even dare to love again.
Buy or borrow with Kindle Unlimited now and start reading.
If you love the Pelican Cove series and have already read any of these books, I request you to leave a brief review at the above link. It can just be a simple line or two or just a few words. Reviews help others discover my books and make a big difference to me. If you have read only one or two of these books, it will be okay to just reference them.
Giveaway Results
Do you want to win a free paperback of Strawberries and Strangers? This is your last chance. Head over to my blog post for the giveaway and leave a comment to enter.
I will be announcing the giveaway results very soon in a week or so. I have kept the giveaway open for a long time so that more people can participate.
Other new releases
I have come upon a couple of interesting new releases from fellow authors. The Pineapple Port series has grabbed my attention because of the quirky covers and the name (big pineapple fan here). Check out Pineapple Jail Bird, the latest of the series.
I grew up reading Nancy Drew and Hardy Boys books. I feel so nostalgic about those summer vacations spent devouring a book a day, swapping books with friends and rushing to the library to get a fresh load of books.
Dianne Harman has come up with a new YA series inspired by Nancy Drew. I can’t wait to read it myself.
Book EIGHT of the hilarious Pineapple Port mystery series from Wall Street Journal and USA TODAY Best-Selling author Amy Vansant has Charlotte awaking to find Mariska and Bob gone, kidnapped from their home. Their disappearance is a message from a familiar killer: Help me or your friends will disappear.
To save her loved ones, Charlotte must find a way to clear her boyfriend’s crazy ex of a killing. It may be the only crime the woman didn’t commit…but things don’t get any easier when someone mistakes Charlotte as a traitor and sends a madman with a distinctive “tattoo” and unusual gang of deadly pets to stop her.
Fans of comedic mysteries like The Thin Man, Moonlighting, Monk and Elementary will fall in love with the charming, funny and thrilling world of Pineapple Port!
Family secrets. A murdered mother. An estranged aunt. A diary. A vandalized high school.
Holly knows nothing about her biological family living in Missouri. When her aunt invites her to stay with them for two weeks after her mother’s murder, she has mixed feeling but decides to accept the invitation.
Once she’s there, she’s determined to find out why her mother chose to live alone and at a distance from her family. What happened, and why won’t her aunt talk about it? Does the diary she finds hold the key?
And who’s been vandalizing the high school? Her cousin’s friend has been accused, but is she guilty? Holly has to use her skills solving mysteries both at the high school and in her family.
If you loved Nancy Drew, you don’t want to miss the debut novel in the Holly Lewis series by two-time USA Today Bestselling Author, Dianne Harman.
Back to my writing desk … hope you have a great weekend!
COVER REVEAL: Sundaes and Sinners – Book 9 Pelican Cove
Sundaes and Sinners! That’s the 9th book in your favorite Pelican Cove Cozy Mystery series.
Many of you have been waiting patiently for this one. I am touched by all the interest the book generated. So this is much more than a cover reveal!
The book is currently on PREORDER on Amazon and gotes live on April 27. This means you can book your copy right now and start reading as soon as the book goes live.
Here is the cover and a brief description. Don’t miss the preorder link at the bottom in case you wanted to check this out on Amazon :).
Sundaes and Sinners
Murder Suspected in Homecoming Queen’s Fatal Accident
Isabella Worthington, a teen millionaire heiress, is a popular figure in Pelican Cove. Her sudden death shocks the town and plunges Jenny and the Magnolias in grief.
The open-and-shut case turns into a murder investigation when a witness comes forward and asks Jenny to investigate foul play. Determined to seek justice for her newest friend, Jenny sets on a mission to find out why someone would want to kill the generous and much loved girl.
As secrets tumble out of the shadows, Jenny realizes that the victim was surrounded by sinners. Who among them could have gone far enough to kill her? Faced with multiple suspects and baffled by several false leads, Jenny has a tough task ahead of her.
Meanwhile, the town of Pelican Cove is getting ready for the spring festival as Jenny tries to rebuild her life.
If you like clean cozy mysteries with plenty of red herrings, yummy food and strong women, you will like this latest installment in the Pelican Cove Cozy Mystery Series.
Buy now and start reading this fast paced mystery.
That’s it from me for now. Have a great week ahead! 🙂
