In the next Markham Sisters Cozy mystery, The Hampton Case, by Diana Xarissa, Janet is pleased that Edward (who may or may not be a spy for the government) is coming for a visit. Just before he arrives, there is a fire at the local market. Was it arson? Will the owner rebuild? With his connections can Edward help with the investigation? There is a kitten now, too, will she take to Edward?

Here's the first in a new series: Buried in a Book, by Lucy Arlington. Dumped from her job of many years, Lila Wilkins is lucky to find a new one immediately. It's at a literary agency and she looks forward to being paid to read! Her first day starts with a latte. And a body. Her mom, a local psychic, lives nearby and offers to help. And, Lila is a single mom of a teen aged son. Loved some of the query letters, they were a hoot! (This is the Novel Idea Mystery series).

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