Josh Lanyon

At this mystery conference, murder is more than just another plot twist... Nobody likes conferences, but they're part of the job. Millbrook House senior editor Keiran Chandler has spent years curating the best voices in crime lit, but when an unsolicited manuscript is handed to him at the Noir at the Shore mystery conference, truth collides with fiction. I Know What You Did is more than just another slush pile submission-it's a direct threat. U.N. Owen seems to know what really happened in Steeple Hill all those years ago. Who is Owen? How does he know these things? Clearly the mysterious author is after more than a book deal. But what? With a potentially career-ending publishing merger on the horizon, the end of his affair with bestselling author and former homicide detective Finn Scott, and not so subtle threats from someone in his past, Keiran has a lot bigger problems than coming up with something witty to say on discussion panels.

Every year, for the past four decades, Dr. John Perry, head of the Twinkleton Paranormal Society, hosts a gala ball and invites the quaint Oregon village's most notable citizens (both living and dead) to attend a Ghost Walk. This year is no different-with one exception. This year, John Perry will vie for the role of Ghost of Honor.On leave while he recovers from injuries sustained in the line of duty, FBI Special Agent Archie Crane returns to Twinkleton, Oregon-and soon finds himself suspected of homicide by Police Chief Beau Langham. Beau and Archie go way back, and not all the memories are good. Ten years ago, Archie broke Beau's heart. Is Beau looking for revenge or does he really think Archie capable of murdering his eccentric former guardian?

And Then There Were...SomeAt long last, the renovations of stately Captain's Seat are mostly complete To celebrate, mystery bookseller and sometimes amateur sleuth Ellery Page decides to throw a house-warming party and invite his New York theater friends to stay for the weekend. When a freak snowstorm leaves the house party cut off from the village of Pirate's Cove, there's nothing to do but drink, reminisce, and play games. Or so Ellery thinks-until he finds himself trapped in a real-life game of Clue.

Queer Clues & Cozy MoodsDive into the world of cozy mystery writing with a twist-murder and romance through the lens of LGBTQ+ characters-guided by the hand of a seasoned author who's made her living in both mainstream and self-publishing for more than thirty years.Packed with analysis, writing exercises, checklists, tips, and tools, Hearts & Hazards: Writing the Gay Cozy Mystery offers more than just the ABCs of Character, Plot, Setting, Theme, and Dialogue. It delves deeper, exploring the nuances that will elevate your book from good to unforgettable, infusing your mysteries with the richness of LGBTQ+ life and love, all while ensuring your tales are wrapped in the warmth, wit, and intrigue cozy mystery readers adore.With a rare blend of industry insights, tailored advice, and practical strategies informed by an author who's actually "been there, done that," Hearts & Hazards: Writing the Gay Cozy Mystery addresses the unique challenges and opportunities of weaving LGBTQ+ themes into the cozy mystery genre, providing a roadmap to not only craft your story but also connect with an audience eager for representation.

Fakes, folk music, and ghost firesWhen legendary folk singer Lara Fairplay agrees to make her comeback debut at Pirate's Cove's annual maritime music festival, everyone in the quaint seaside village is delighted-including mystery bookstore owner and sometimes amateur sleuth, Ellery Page.Better yet, Lara is scheduled to perform a recently discovered piece of music attributed to "The Father of American Music," Stephen Foster, which will hopefully bring large crowds and a lot of business.Several mysterious accidents later, Ellery is less delighted as his suspicion grows that someone plans to silence the celebrity songbird forever.

All Adrien All the TimeThe special 20th Anniversary edition includes illustrations, character interviews, holiday codas (including a new and exclusive Christmas 2021 coda) as well as other rare and unique bonus materials. All in all, over 250 pages of Adrien English and Jake Riordan.

When mystery bookstore owner and sometimes-amateur sleuth Ellery Page discovers a vintage diving collection bag full of antique gold coins tucked away for safe keeping in the stockroom of The Crow's Nest, it sets off a series of increasingly dangerous events, culminating in meeting Police Chief Jack Carson's parents. Er... Culminating in murder.Meanwhile, Jack keeps trying to find the right moment to ask Ellery a certain question.

Mystery Bookshop owner Ellery Page and Police Chief Jack Carson are diving for the legendary sunken pirate galleon Blood Red Rose when they discover an old fashioned diver's suit, water-damaged and encrusted with barnacles. Further examination reveals the 19th Century suit contains a 21st Century body. Who is the mysterious diver? No one seems to be missing from the quaint and cozy town of Pirate's Cove. Was he really diving for pirate's gold? And if not, what exactly did he do to earn that bullet hole in his skull?

Mystery Stalks the Cobbled Streets of Pirate's CoveWho or what is haunting elderly recluse Juliet Blackwell, what does it have to do with mysterious goings-on at the Salty Dog Pub-and why is any of it mystery bookshop owner Ellery Page's problem? According to Police Chief Jack Carson, it's not Ellery's problem, and Ellery should stop asking awkward questions before it's too late.Ellery couldn't agree more, but it's hard to say no when someone is as frightened as old Mrs. Blackwell. Mrs. Blackwell insists the ghost of long dead pirate Rufus Blackwell has come to avenge himself on the last member of his treacherous clan.Before Ellery can say, "Yikes " Mrs. Blackwell takes a tumble down the grand staircase of her spooky mansion, and it's up to Ellery to find who is trying to kill his eccentric customer.

Black Cats. Black Arts. Black. Mail.Must a witch break one set of vows to keep another?Cosmo Saville has never been happier. His adored police commissioner husband has finally-mostly- accepted his witchy ways. And in return, Cosmo has promised to stay out of police business. It seems their Happily Ever After has come at last, until Cos discovers John's sister might be a pawn in a dangerous game of blackmail...Commissioner Galbraith is relieved the lies and secrets are over and his marriage is back on track. Especially since he has his hands full with a high-profile suicide and rumors of a citywide extortion ring. So when John realizes his own slightly wicked witch is using magic to play sleuth, all his old fears and doubts return to haunt him.With the commissioner's badge and family in jeopardy, Cosmo feels he has no choice but to use every power in...his power. Even if that dark decision costs him everything he cares about most.

The collection includes the five Petit Mort stories written for JCP Books: "Slings and Arrows," "Other People's Weddings," "Sort of Stranger Than Fiction," "Critic's Choice" and "Just Desserts."Arranged to flow thematically and stylistically are "Perfect Day," "A Limited Engagement," "In Sunshine or In Shadow," a lightly rewritten version of "The French Have a Word for It," "In a Dark Wood," "Until We Meet Once More," "Heart Trouble" and "In Plain Sight."

Something old, something new, something borrowed...something blacker than the darkest night. Antiques dealer (and witch) Cosmo Saville adores his new husband, but his little white lies--and some very black magic--are about to bring his fairytale romance to an end. Someone is killing San Francisco's spellcasters--and the only person Cosmo can turn to--the man who so recently swore to love and cherish him--isn't taking his phone calls.The only magic Police Commissioner John Joseph Galbraith believes in is true love. Discovering he's married to a witch--a witch with something alarmingly like magical powers--is nearly as bad as discovering the man he loved tricked and deceived him. John shoulders the pain of betrayal and packs his bags. But when he learns Cosmo is in the crosshairs of a mysterious and murderous plot, he knows he must do everything in in his mortal power to protect him.