From New York Times bestselling author of A Cat in the Stacks mystery series, a novel about murder, fiction and the deep, deep South...A Deep South Mystery (#3)For Andy Carpenter, graduate school is stressful enough without adding romantic complications to the mix. First, Andy has to contend with the presence of Rob Hayward, newly enrolled in the history PhD program. He thought Rob was out of his life for good, but now he has to confront his unresolved feelings and not let his work suffer.When Andy discovers the body of fellow graduate student Charlie Harper in the university library, his ex, Rob, looks like the chief suspect in the murder. And just what was the relationship between Rob and Charlie?Andy and his best friend, Maggie McLendon, agree that Rob isn't a murderer, and they decide the best way to exonerate him is to figure out who really killed Charlie. Who else might have had a motive for murder? When a second murder occurs,...

Simon Kirby-Jones Mysteries #4From the New York Times bestselling author of the Cat in the Stacks Mystery Series, a traditional British village cozy mystery series...with a twist!"A delight from start to finish. Everything you could wish for in a British cozy. Simon Kirby-Jones is a charming and intriguing sleuth who puts the village of Snupperton Mumsley squarely on the mystery map." —Dorothy Cannell"A delightful English village whodunit filled with some of the most eccentric characters you'll ever run across in a mystery novel."—The Denver PostLady Prunella Blitherington, the grande dame mother of Simon Kirby-Jones's handsome trusty assistant, Giles, has just sold one of her meadows to a London businessman who plans to turn the land into a lucrative tourist attraction. But first he has to figure out how to oust a club zealously dedicated to medieval reenactments.Since Henry Baker, the original...

Simon Kirby-Jones Mysteries #3From the New York Times bestselling author of the Cat in the Stacks Mystery Series, a traditional British village cozy mystery series...with a twist!"A well-crafted mystery combines with whimsical characters to create an imaginative spoof on the classic locked-room mystery." —Publishers Weekly"A delightful English village whodunit filled with some of the most eccentric characters you'll ever run across in a mystery novel."—The Denver PostThe typically quiet British village of Snupperton Mumsley is bustling over the arrival of Zeke Harwood, the insufferable star of a popular TV decorating show. The Snupperton episode is supposed to feature the redecorating of Lady Prunella Blitherington's drawing room, but Zeke plans to paint the room a garish red—and he and Lady Prunella are caught on tape in the midst of a dreadful argument.When Zeke is found murdered—and covered in red...

Simon Kirby-Jones Mysteries #2From the New York Times bestselling author of the Cat in the Stacks Mystery Series, a traditional British village cozy mystery series...with a twist!"Agatha Award-winning author Dean James has penned a chatty charmer of a first book in this new cozy-with-a-kink series. Posted To Death will appeal especially to those who enjoy their murders mixed with mirth."—I Love A Mystery "A delightful English village whodunit filled with some of the most eccentric characters you'll ever run across in a mystery novel."—The Denver PostSimon Kirby-Jones, amateur sleuth, gay American vampire living in the cozy British village of Snupperton Mumsley, is a respected historian and also, under a well-guarded pseudonym, a bestselling crime writer.When he's invited to an exclusive writer's conference he's astonished –and outraged—to see that "Dorina Darlington" is the featured speaker. Clearly...

Simon Kirby-Jones Mysteries #1From the New York Times bestselling author of the Cat in the Stacks Mystery Series, a traditional British village cozy mystery series...with a twist!"Sure to revolutionize the traditional British cozy and win the hearts of fans everywhere." —Publishers Weekly"A delightful English village whodunit filled with some of the most eccentric characters you'll ever run across in a mystery novel."—The Denver PostAmateur sleuth, Simon Kirby-Jones is looking forward to settling into his new home in the quaint British village of Snupperton—despite a few potential challenges. Not only is Simon an American, but he's also a gay vampire who controls his vampiric urges and sun sensitivity with an effective medication.Delighted to be in the cozy English village of his dreams, he's eager to make Snupperton his home, and joins the fundraising committee of the local church. But at the first...