(I’m sending newsletters directly from my site now so don’t have a link, as such, to share but here is a cut/paste of the newsletter I’ve sent today so the formatting was fine on the email but looks a bit wonky here on the page)
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???? Hello from my ever-messy desk!
This week has been a whirlwind! I’ve been juggling writing deadlines, welcoming my son’s partner and their little one into the house, and frantically washing, folding, and packing for our annual summer family holiday to Lloret, Spain. We fly early Tuesday morning—and yes, I still haven’t started packing. ???? Wish me luck!
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???? Love historical romance?
My Walton Valley Bundle (3 uplifting stories of frontier love and hope) is still available at a bargain price when you buy direct from me. Delivered via Bookfunnel to your device of choice! If you prefer to try before you buy, no problem, I’ve got you covered! The novella introducing this series is currently free here.
 | Walton Valley Bundle (3 ebooks) – Ebook |
???? Prefer a dash of murder with your tea?
The Tommy & Evelyn books are all now available in paperback on Amazon and other store fronts (I’m having an issue with Book 4, but that should be resolved in the next day or so).
You can now get Tommy & Evelyn Books 1–3 in paperback—directly from my store. And if you buy direct, you can use coupon code PAPERBACK25 for 25% off, which should just about cover your postage too!
 | Tommy & Evelyn (Books 1-3) – Paperback |
???? Limited-Time Deal (UK Readers) Offers
Don’t miss your chance to grab Death at Lover’s Leap for just £1.79 as part of Amazon’s Kindle Monthly Deals! I wish these deals were global—but sadly, Amazon keeps that bit out of my hands!
???? What I’m Working On
I’m currently racing to finish The Case in the Vicarage Gardens, which is scheduled for release at the end of June! It’s the first full-length mystery in my Lady Matilda Investigates series.
If you enjoyed the introductory novella, The Case of the Deadly Dog Show, I’d love to know:
???? What did you think of Matilda, Hetty, and Wellington?
???? What are you most looking forward to in the next instalment?
Just hit reply and let me know—I promise to read every response (even though I might be doing it from next to the pool ????).
❗️ In Case You Missed It
????️♀️ Murder at Docere House (Tommy & Evelyn Book 9) is now live on my YouTube channel—perfect for a leisurely listen.
???? I’ve also uploaded audio versions of the first three Walton Valley books (AI narrated), so you can enjoy a little love and frontier adventure while folding laundry or walking the dog.
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???? A Little Treat for You
???? Author Spotlight: Magda Alexander
My friend and fellow cozy mystery author, Magda Alexander, has a brand-new historical mystery series out—start with the introductory novella for just £2.99.
???? Grab it here
A stolen diamond necklace. An engagement at risk. Can an inquisitive lady and an enigmatic duke join forces long enough to find the missing gem? Mystery, romance, and a Christmas intrigue.
Lady Rosalynd arrives at her dear friend’s, Lady Eleanor, country estate eager for a festive weekend of merriment. But the holiday cheer quickly turns to panic when her friend’s prized diamond necklace—an heirloom to be worn at the Christmas Ball—goes missing.
The necklace’s disappearance threatens to ruin Eleanor’s engagement to Lord Cumberforth, as his father disapproves of the match. So when her friend begs for help, Lady Rosalynd has no choice but to look into the matter. Her efforts are unexpectedly complicated by the arrival of the Duke of Steele, an enigmatic peer enlisted by Eleanor’s father to investigate the theft. Reluctantly joining forces, Lady Rosalynd and the duke begin a delicate inquiry, questioning the household staff and guests alike.
Their pursuit of the truth to flush out the culprit unveils hidden motives and dark secrets that point to several suspects. As tensions mount and suspicions swirl, Rosalynd and the duke must work quickly to recover the missing sparkler. If they don’t find it before the Christmas Ball, Lady Eleanor’s engagement is doomed to fail.
Filled with intrigue, romance, and a dash of holiday spirit, The Stolen Sparkler, promises a delightful Victorian historical mystery with a Christmas twist. This captivating novella stands as a prequel to the Rosalynd and Steele Mysteries.
❤️ Free Historical Romances
If you enjoy heartwarming historical fiction or clean Christian romance set in small towns or the American West, you’re in for a treat!
I’ve rounded up a lovely selection of books by fellow authors that you may enjoy – these books are perfect for a cozy afternoon read with a cup of tea (or sweet tea if you’re going full American!). Have a browse and see if something catches your eye.
If you enjoy stories of second chances, found family, and faith-filled hop, you won’t want to miss this touching post-Revolutionary War read – available free by clicking the button below.
When a lonely spinster, three orphans, and a wounded soldier are brought together by unexpected circumstances, it seems like providence … but not everything is as it seems. Can love and truth heal the wounds of the past?
⁉️ Did You Know?
In the early 1900s, British seaside resorts began offering “bathing machines”—wooden huts on wheels that were rolled into the sea, allowing women to change and bathe modestly. It was a holiday must-have for proper Edwardian ladies!
(And no, I won’t be taking one with me to Lloret ????)
❤️ Until Next Time
Thank you for spending a little time with me this week! See you next week—with sand between my toes and sunscreen on my pages!