Just six weeks after the grand opening of Lickety Splits Ice Cream Shoppe, owner Kate McKay has been enlisted to whip up sundaes at the most decadent soiree in the Hudson Valley. If only Kate knew how deadly sticky her sweet deal will turn out . . . Once Kate arrives at a glamorous gala hosted by world-famous fashion designer Omar DeVane, she's instantly intimidated by the mogul's luxurious mansion and the frosty personalities of his handlers. But the party completely loses its flavor when guests follow screams to a room that's eerily empty—except for Omar's freshly murdered body . . . While the headline-grabbing crime brings a steady stream of journalists to the sleepy village of Wolfert's Roost, Kate knows things won't return to normal until Omar's killer is brought to justice. And with the scandalous case driving customers away from Lickety Splits, she has no choice but to put down the ice cream scooper and expose the culprit on...

Love, surprises, and difficult decisions await three friends who travel to Paris, the world’s most romantic city. Nina, who loves everything French, finds more than she expected while investigating a family secret. Kristy, outshone by her sisters, decides to reinvent herself – and discovers she’s not the only one with something to hide. And Jennifer, a reluctant traveler, learns that things aren’t always what they seem. Young Adult Fiction by Cynthia Baxter writing as Cynthia Blair; originally published by Fawcett Juniper

Mallory Marlowe is ready to turn a corner--one lined with palm trees, plastic pink flamingo lawn ornaments, and snack bars shaped like giant ice cream cones. Thanks to her new job as travel writer for the New York magazine The Good Life, recently widowed Mallory is zipping around Orlando, assigned to rediscover the glory days of "old Florida." It's the first of what she hopes will be many exciting adventures . . . but she's about to discover that the Sunshine State has a dark side.Settled in among the faux volcanoes and tiki torches of the Polynesian Princess Hotel, Mallory is on the lookout for quirky attractions like alligator farms and pirate-themed diners hidden amid the glitzy theme parks. But she's not prepared to find a cranky journalist speared to death in the Bali Ballroom--or to find herself a suspect in his murder. With her trip coming to a close, Mallory has no choice but to figure out if one of her fellow travel writers is a killer. Because if she...

College freshman Laurel Adams joined a summer research project in Alaska, where she lived with fellow researchers in a log cabin deep in the forest. But poachers were killing Alaskan brown bears and the young researchers decided to investigate. When a chance encounter showed who the villain was, Laurel needed all the courage her Alaskan adventure had taught her. Young Adult Fiction by Cynthia Baxter writing as Cynthia Blair; originally published by Fawcett Juniper

When Jessica MacAllister takes time off from her career to move to the suburbs and become a full time wife and mother, it’s not all Ozzie and Harriet. Then her cigar-chomping real-estate agent is murdered, and she can’t resist investigating. Jessica teams up with the victim’s charming – and surprisingly attentive – younger brother, meanwhile wrestling with her own ambivalence about her new role. Contemporary mystery by Cynthia Baxter writing as Cynthia Blair; originally published by Ballantine

Imagine watching your husband confess his secret life to TV viewers while you're planning your fifteenth anniversary party. Enough to convince Laura Briggs to join a divorce support group, and worry about her son's imaginary friends. And when she found her ex shopping for sexy underwear, why not take off for Alaska? But there may be something worth pursuing even in such a cold climate… Contemporary Women's Fiction by Cynthia Baxter writing as Cynthia Blair; originally published by Ballantine

Three girls embark on a summer adventure: a music camp for talented teens. Shy but ambitious Megan sees it as her ticket to success. Glamorous Tiffany goes reluctantly, determined not to have fun. Violinist Allegra, whose real dream is singing rock 'n roll, has to decide between pleasing her parents and pleasing herself. All three meet challenges and surprises during this unique and exciting experience. Cynthia Baxter writing as Cynthia Blair; originally published by Fawcett Juniper

Martha Nowicki had progressed from chubby to fat without really noticing. And she always settled for less than she wanted. But when she was passed over for a promotion at her job, and her boyfriend Eddie deserted her, she knew she’d have to make a change. But even losing weight complicated things—suddenly there were two men in her life, and two companies wanting her skills. Young Adult Fiction by Cynthia Baxter writing as Cynthia Blair; originally published by Fawcett

Kate McKay had doubts about swapping her high-powered life in Manhattan for Wolfert's Roost, the quaint Hudson Valley village where she grew up. But when she moves back to care for her ailing grandmother, Kate decides to start fresh and indulge her dream of running an ice cream shop. All goes smoothly—until she's reunited with old acquaintances nuttier than a vat of rocky road . . .Kate should be thrilled about opening Lickety Splits Ice Cream Shoppe in the heart of town. Instead her spirits melt like soft serve in the summer when she learns that her childhood frenemy, Ashley Winthrop, has started selling frozen treats in the bakery across the street. Turns out, Ashley hasn't sweetened since high school. And, once again, she's game for some very unfriendly competition . . .But before Ashley can kill Kate's new business, someone kills Ashley—stabbing her to death inside the bakery. Worse, the murder occurs right after the two rivals...