Cozy Mysteries are characteristically easy reads. Nothing too intense or too serious. Just a good old fashioned sleuthing to curl up with on a rainy day. I will say that they often take on a food or hobby theme. When I first started working at the library, the first thing I noticed about cozy mysteries is that their titles made me hungry, particularly for sweets! Thanks Joanne Fluke..
Death of a Gossip by MC Beaton
Hamish Macbeth Mysteries
Commitment Level: 37 books
Highland cop Hamish Macbeth must uncover who had enough motive to strangle and drown Jane Winters, a tabloid reporter notorious for exposing others’ secrets. The story unfolds partly through a naive secretary’s eyes, with assistance from aristocratic Priscilla Halburton-Smythe.
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The Quiche of Death by MC Beaton
Agatha Raisin Mysteries
Commitment Level: 35 books
Agatha Raisin leaves her successful PR career, sells her London apartment, and tries early retirement in the quiet village of Carsely. Feeling bored and lonely, she enters a local baking contest, hoping to make a name for herself. But her plans take a dark turn when Judge Cummings-Browne not only dismisses her entry but ends up dead from poisoning.
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Carbs and Cadavers by Ellery Adams
Supper Club Mystery
Commitment Level: 7 books
Divorced, shy, and living with his widowed father, former English professor James “Professor Puff” Henry joins a dieter’s supper club called the “Flab Five” to improve his social life and lose weight. In their fried-food-loving town, the group’s focus shifts when a mysterious death disrupts the community. Together, they juggle weight loss and solving the crime that has shaken their small town.
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A Killer Collection by Ellery Adams
Antiques & Collectibles Mystery
Commitment Level: 9 books
Molly Appleby, a writer for Collector’s Weekly, heads to North Carolina to cover a kiln opening, only to find herself investigating the death of ruthless collector George-Bradley Staunton. As more bodies appear, Molly uncovers fierce rivalries and secrets in the antiques world, where her story may end in danger. This revised edition of the book was originally published under J.B. Stanley’s name.
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Pies and Prejudice by Ellery Adams
Charmed Pie Shoppe Mystery
Commitment Level: 5 books
After catching her husband cheating, Ella Mae LaFaye returns to Havenwood, Georgia, where she discovers her pies have magical effects on those who eat them. She opens the Charmed Pie Shoppe, but when her old rival’s fiancé is found dead, Ella Mae must use her newfound magic to clear her name.
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Wish You Were Here by Rita Mae Brown
Mrs Murphy
Commitment Level: 33 books
In Crozet, Virginia, postmistress Harry Haristeen and her pets—Mrs. Murphy the cat and Tucker the Corgi—are drawn into a murder mystery when residents start receiving ominous postcards before turning up dead. As Harry investigates, unaware that her clever pets are sniffing out clues, they race to protect her from becoming the next target. If only Mrs. Murphy could somehow warn her human friend in time.
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Thyme of Death Susan Wittig Albert
China Bayles
Commitment Level: 29 books
When her friend Jo dies in an apparent suicide, ex-lawyer and herb shop owner China Bayles suspects foul play and begins investigating. As she digs deeper into the secrets of Pecan Springs, Texas, China becomes certain that someone in the close-knit town is hiding a deadly secret.
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The Darling Dahlias and the Cucumber Tree by Susan Wittig Albert
Darling Dahlias
Commitment Level: 10 books
The ladies of Darling, Alabama, are committed to keeping their town charming. The Darling Dahlias garden club is thriving—until they hear rumors of bank troubles, an escaped convict, and a mysterious ghost digging near their tree. If anyone can unearth the truth, it’s the Darling Dahlias.
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The Diva Runs Out of Time by Krista Davis
Domestic Diva
Commitment Level: 18 books
Natasha Smith is the queen of entertaining, but her childhood rival, Sophie Winston, is eager to outshine her—especially in the upcoming Stupendous Stuffing Shakedown. Though Natasha has taken the spotlight and even Sophie’s husband, Sophie is determined to win the contest with the perfect ingredient.
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Murder, She Barked by Krista Davis
Paws and Claws Mystery
Commitment Level: 10 books
The Sugar Maple Inn in Wagtail, Virginia, is a top destination for pet owners, but when a hit-and-run death occurs, it’s clear something sinister is afoot. Holly Miller, with her new dog and a meddling ex-girlfriend around, returns home to the inn, where she and her furry friends must uncover the truth behind the suspicious death. Together, they’ll sniff out the killer before anyone else gets hurt.
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Borrower of the Night by Elizabeth Peters
Vicky Bliss
Commitment Level: 6 books
Vicky Bliss, an art historian with a knack for solving dangerous mysteries, is drawn to a missing masterpiece hidden in a medieval German castle. Alongside an arrogant colleague, Vicky ventures into Rothenburg, where the search for the treasure soon turns deadly. As secrets and dangers unfold, Vicky must confront either a supernatural evil or a ruthless killer determined to stop her.
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The Seventh Sinner by Elizabeth Peters
Jacqueline Kirby
Commitment Level: 4 books
Jean Suttman thought studying in Rome would be a dream come true, but things take a dark turn when she stumbles upon the body of a despised fellow student in an ancient temple. As accidents begin to plague her, Jean becomes increasingly convinced that someone is intent on harming her. With only the perceptive Jacqueline Kirby to help, Jean realizes there’s nowhere to run—death may be her only escape.
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Crocodile on the Sandbank by Elizabeth Peters
Amelia Peabody
Commitment Level: 20 books
Amelia Peabody, a self-assured Victorian adventurer, begins her first Egyptian journey with her journal and trusty umbrella, rescuing the abandoned Evelyn Barton-Forbes along the way. Together, they join the Emerson brothers at an archaeological site, where mysterious accidents and a botched kidnapping lead Amelia to suspect a dangerous plot against Evelyn. Now, Amelia must confront hidden enemies and dark forces that threaten to make her debut trip her last.
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Maid of Murder by Amanda Flower
India Hayes Mystery
Commitment Level: 2 books
In MAID OF MURDER, college librarian and reluctant bridesmaid India Hayes becomes an amateur sleuth when her childhood friend is murdered, and her brother is framed for the crime. To clear his name, India must find the real killer while navigating quirky family members, college politics, and a police detective’s unexpected interest in her.
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A Plain Death by Amanda Flower
Appleseed Creek Mystery
Commitment Level: 4 books
In Appleseed Creek, 24-year-old Chloe Humphrey, a tech expert, moves to Ohio’s Amish country and finds herself involved in a murder mystery when her friend Becky, driving Chloe’s car, accidentally kills an Amish elder. As the accident is revealed to be sabotage, Chloe, with the help of Becky’s brother Timothy, must uncover the real target before the killer strikes again.
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Crime and Poetry by Amanda Flower
Magical Bookshop Mystery
Commitment Level: 5 books
In Charming Books, Violet Waverly returns to her hometown to find her grandmother, Daisy, healthy and determined to keep Violet working at their magical bookstore. When a man is found dead clutching a book from the store and Daisy becomes a suspect, Violet must solve the mystery, aided by a clever cat named Emerson, to clear her grandmother’s name.
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Assaulted Caramel by Amanda Flower
Amish Candy Shop Mystery
Commitment Level: 9 books
In Swissmen Sweets, chocolatier Bailey King leaves her job in New York to help her grandparents in Harvest, Ohio, only to discover a dead developer in their candy shop with her grandfather’s chocolate knife as the weapon. To clear her grandfather’s name, Bailey must unravel the mystery while navigating danger and an attractive deputy’s assistance.
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Matchmaking can be Murder by Amanda Flower
Amish Matchmaker Mystery
Commitment Level: 5 books
In Matchmaking Can Be Murder, widowed quiltmaker Millie Fisher returns to Harvest, Ohio, and intervenes when her niece Edith plans to marry the wrong man, Zeke Miller. When Zeke turns up dead in Edith’s greenhouse, Millie must solve the murder to protect her niece and her own reputation before the killer strikes again.
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Farm to Trouble by Amanda Flower
Farm to Table Mystery
Commitment Level: 4 books
In Farm to Trouble, Shiloh Bellamy returns to Michigan to turn her family farm into an organic operation, only for her investor to be found dead shortly after signing their contract. With her father a prime suspect and the town gossiping, Shiloh must solve the murder to clear her family’s name and save her farm dreams.
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Aunt Dimity’s Death by Nancy Atherton
Aunt Dimity
Commitment Level: 25 books
Lori Shepherd, struggling with her luck, always believed Aunt Dimity was just a fictional character from her mother’s bedtime stories. That changes when the law firm Willis & Willis presents her with the chance of a substantial inheritance—provided she uncovers the secret hidden in the letters between Dimity and her mother. Includes a one-page recipe for Beth’s Oatmeal Cookies.
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Murder Past Due by Miranda James
Cat in the Stacks Mystery
Commitment Level: 17 books
In Athena, Mississippi, librarian Charlie Harris and his Maine coon cat, Diesel, become an unlikely detective duo when Charlie’s famous former classmate, novelist Godfrey Priest, is murdered. To solve the crime, Charlie and Diesel must delve into the town’s history to uncover the killer.
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Bless Her Dead Little Heart by Miranda James
Southern Ladies Mystery
Commitment Level: 4 books
In Southern Double Cross, sisters An’gel and Dickce Ducote find themselves embroiled in a mystery when their former sorority sister, Rosabelle Sultan, arrives with her troublesome children. As tensions over her will escalate, murder strikes, and the sisters must use their Southern wit to unmask a killer among duplicitous suspects.
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Mistletoe Murder by Leslie Meier
Lucy Stone Mystery
Commitment Level: 31 books
In Mistletoe Murders, Lucy Stone juggles holiday preparations and a night job at the mail-order company Country Cousins when she discovers the company’s wealthy founder, Sam Miller, dead in his car from an apparent suicide. Suspecting murder, Lucy dives into a web of secrets and lies, but as Christmas nears, she finds herself dangerously close to uncovering a killer who won’t stop until everyone, including her, is on their list.
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Murder is Binding by Lorna Barrett
Booktown Mystery
Commitment Level: 18 books
In Murder is Binding, Tricia Miles, owner of a mystery bookstore in Stoneham, New Hampshire, is shocked when her rival, Doris Gleason, is found murdered with a carving knife. As suspicion falls on Tricia due to Doris’s rare cookbook, she must solve the crime and prove her innocence before the killer strikes again.
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A Catered Murder by Isis Crawford
Mystery with Recipes
Commitment Level: 19 books
Bernadette Simmons moves back to New York after leaving her cheating boyfriend in L.A. and ends up working for her sister Libby’s catering business. When a high school reunion dinner with a “Dracula” theme turns deadly after bestselling author Laird Wrenn drops dead, the sisters must team up to clear Libby’s name and solve the murder before someone else bites the dust.
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Murder with Peacocks by Donna Andrews
Meg Langslow
Commitment Level: 37 books
Meg Langslow, maid of honor for three weddings in her small Virginia town, is overwhelmed by eccentric brides and their outrageous demands. Amidst the chaos, a troublesome newcomer is found dead, and Meg must juggle wedding plans with investigating a string of suspicious accidents before the next event turns deadly.
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You’ve Got Murder by Donna Andrews
Turing Hopper
Commitment Level: 4 books
Turing Hopper, an Artificial Intelligence Personality, is in distress when her creator, Zack, misses work for several days. Despite exhausting all her resources, Turing refuses to give up, sensing foul play—a rare trait for an AIP. Though her deductive skills are impeccable, catching a human criminal will require more than just digital prowess.
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Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder by Joanne Fluke
Hannah Swensen Mystery
Commitment Level: 30 books
In Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder, Hannah Swensen, a red-haired baker in Lake Eden, Minnesota, becomes an amateur sleuth when the delivery man from Cozy Cow Dairy is found murdered behind her bakery, with her famous cookies scattered around the scene. Determined to clear her name and protect her bakery’s reputation, Hannah digs into a web of suspects, uncovering secrets and motives in her small town. This delicious mystery marks the start of a popular series filled with suspense, humor, and mouthwatering recipes.
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Death by Darjeeling by Laura Childs
Tea Shop Mysteries
Commitment Level: 29 books
Theodosia, owner of Charleston’s Indigo Tea Shop, is catering the annual garden party when a respected guest is found dead, clutching an empty teacup. With all eyes on her, Theo must clear her name and uncover the real killer before anyone else’s cup is permanently emptied.
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Keepsake Crimes by Laura Childs
Scrapbooking Mysteries
Commitment Level: 16 books
Carmela Bertrand, owner of a scrapbooking shop in New Orleans, is known for creating elegant designs for her clients’ albums. However, when she comes across a clue hidden in one of their scrapbooks, it leads her to a shocking discovery—a murder.
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Eggs in Purgatory by Laura Childs
Cackleberry Club Mystery
Commitment Level: 9 books
In The Cackleberry Club, Suzanne, Toni, and Petra, three widows who opened a café for support and fresh-baked goods, find themselves at the center of a murder mystery when a lawyer is found dead behind their café. As Suzanne digs into the case, she uncovers a scandal tied to her late husband’s past and becomes entangled with a runaway cultist, putting her own life in danger.
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The Inspector and Mrs. Jeffries by Emily Brightwell
Mrs Jeffries
Commitment Level: 41 books
As housekeeper to Scotland Yard Inspector Witherspoon, Mrs. Jeffries oversees a team of informal investigators, including coachman Smythe, maid Betsy, footman Wiggins, and the arthritic cook, Mrs. Goodge. When wealthy widow and experienced nurse Luty Bell Crookshank is certain that the miserly, incompetent blackmailer Dr. Slocum didn’t die from mushroom soup at a neighborhood luncheon, she begins to investigate the true cause of his death.
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Outfoxed by Rita Mae Brown
Jane Arnold
Commitment Level: 16 books
In the elite world of Virginia foxhunting, revered hunt master Jane “Sister” Arnold faces a bitter rivalry between two contenders vying to succeed her. When murder disrupts the prestigious Jefferson Hunt Club, Sister, with the help of clever hounds and foxes, must unravel the mystery to expose dark secrets hiding in her Southern community. Outfoxed brings together lively human and animal characters in a suspenseful tale only Rita Mae Brown could craft.
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