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Joey Vasquez has it all…a successful career, a cat that keeps her on her toes, and her own house in L.A. But when she attends a friend’s party, she quickly realizes that despite everything Joey has, she isn’t truly happy. Driving home from the party, the unthinkable happens when Joey is killed in a car accident. This becomes her opportunity to go back in time and have a “do over.” Joey returns to...

When archeologist Chuck Bender agrees to a survey of Great Sand Dunes National Park in southern Colorado, the last thing he expects to witness is an unusual death. Especially while his daughter Rosie attends a film school in the same park. Was this young man’s death murder or accident? Chuck believes it was a homicide and soon realizes Rosie and the other students could be in danger. Together, Chu...

When Indian horse relay rider, Dels Billy, heads home from a race, she isn’t expecting her truck and trailer to break down…or to be abducted. Choctaw detective Perry Antelope and her partner Sophia Burns investigate and soon discover there may be much more to Dels’ disappearance. The deeper Perry and Sophia dig, the more they connect Dels’ case to other missing women from Oklahoma reservations. Pe...

When Miss Georgianna Darcy sets out to explore the woods surrounding her home, she comes upon a peculiar object. Of course, Miss Darcy must examine this strange thing further, but in the blink of an eye, she finds herself transported from 1799 to 1995. Uncertain as to what just happened, Miss Darcy soon realizes that she may be the only witness to a murder and that she’s landed in the middle of a...

Henry has lived a simple life and worked hard to avoid conflict and love. But while walking through Central Park on a blind date with Molly, Henry hears a warbler cuss. After that, he hears his roommate’s Beta Fish speaking Shakespearean English. Then there’s Gracie, the neighbor’s Pomeranian and the park pigeons who all speak to him. Henry’s convinced he’s losing his mind. While trying to figure...

When a wolf appears in Michigan’s lower peninsula, his long journey becomes a juxtaposition of hope and inspiration along with fear and misunderstanding. One of the first humans to see the wolf is teenager, Delos Harris. Delos’ life has also been one of fear and misunderstanding as he is shuffled in and out of foster care and serves a stint in the local juvenile detention center. The wolf’s appear...

Mia Thomas, partners with her search and rescue K-9 Koda, to make sure those who are lost return home. When Mia and Koda are called out to help find a missing teen in the rugged wilderness of a national park, they find the girl, but it’s too late. Mia believes the girl was murdered, but to prove she’s right, she’ll have to face her troubled past and find the courage to stand up to those she’s fear...

Veterinary school is tough. Especially when you’re studying magical creatures and avoiding the good looking, yet annoying fellow student, Harrisford Briggs. This is the situation Gwendolynne Chan finds herself in as she finishes her final year at Seamere College. But when magic starts surging and animal familiars begin acting out, Gwen is forced to team up with the handsome Harrisford to investiga...

When Aspen ski patroller Greta Westerlind goes out on a routine training day with her avalanche dog, Floyd, the last thing she expects is for her K-9 to bring her a human hand. Even worse, she learns the hand belongs to her missing friend, Evie. The discovery launches an investigation that reveals the darker side to this beautiful Colorado ski town. Can Greta and Floyd discover the truth behind wh...

Reece McCarthen has escaped her past. Or so she thought. When Reece receives a message that her father has left his sanctuary full of magical creatures to her, she’s forced to return home. Now Reece must face her ex, Laken Augustus, a part-time assassin, along with the fire-spitting chickens that escaped on her watch and set her hometown on fire. Reece soon learns that her father not only left her...

When Lauren Hollander has two men in ski masks with guns try to kidnap her, she doesn’t know if they are after the jewelry in her store or something else. She only knows that if an earthquake hadn’t happened that stopped the abduction, she could be dead. She also has a handsome man, Zach, and his K-9 search and rescue dog, Ranger, to thank for saving her by finding her in the debris after the trem...

When K-9 handler Cory Pratt is arm-twisted into giving a demonstration at a local elementary school, he thinks the hardest part will be dealing with the talkative kid in the front row. But after the presentation, his two human remains detection dogs alert on a wall in a newly remodeled section of the school. Cory’s heart sinks. His dogs, Alice and Rex, are never wrong. The gruesome discovery leads...

A missing feline is at the center of the latest entertaining mystery, Cat on a Hot Tin Woof , in the Chet and Bernie series. Written by Peter Abrahams as Spencer Quinn, the story continues as canine narrator Chet realizes the next case he and his owner Bernie must solve is none other than a missing cat named Miss Kitty. Miss Kitty isn’t just an ordinary cat; she’s become an internet sensation. Her...

How well do you know your childhood friends? Especially 16 years after graduation? Lexi has always wanted children, but is unable to carry a pregnancy. So, when Mara, one of her best friends from high school, comes back into her life and offers to be a surrogate, Lexi is thrilled. But when Mara disappears a few days before the due date, Lexi discovers Mara has many deadly secrets. Can she find her...

Sharee Stover, fellow dog lover and Harlequin author, joins me for a fun episode to talk about her latest release, Guarding The Child Witness , and the inspiration behind her K-9 hero, Remy. The story opens with gripping suspense as Iowa State Trooper Jaysa Camerota and Remy witness a horrific crash—but something isn’t right. With a traumatized, nonverbal child as the only witness, Jaysa must team...

In this episode, I’m joined by award-winning author Natalie Keller Reinert to discuss her latest novel, The Jump . A lifelong horse lover and former working student, Natalie shares how her experiences shaped her main character, Brooke, a young three-day eventer with dreams of competing at the highest levels. Brooke receives the opportunity of a lifetime—working with an Olympic trainer. But she soo...

Today I’m honored to be joined by Sandra Brown. Sandra is a #1 NY Times bestselling author whose books are known for their page-turning suspense and romance. We dive into her newest release, Bloodlust , the inspiration behind her gripping characters, and how she masterfully builds tension and conflict. Sandra shares insights on storytelling and her USO experiences. Plus, we had fun discussing hors...

In this episode, I’m delighted to be joined by Jeannée Sacken, author of the novel The Women Who Stand Between . Jeannée shares the powerful inspiration behind this beautifully written story, exploring themes of courage, compassion, and the important role that animals and photography play. Be sure to connect with Jeannée online to see her stunning photography and learn more about her work. This is...

I’m thrilled to welcome award-winning mystery author Sandra Balzo to the show! Sandra’s latest release, Poison and Pooches, kicks off a brand-new cozy mystery series full of small-town secrets, sharp humor, and wonderful four-legged characters. We talk about pet sitting as inspiration, discovering a body under the floorboards, and how real-life dogs influence fictional ones. Sandra also shares ins...

I’m thrilled to welcome Patricia McConnell to the podcast. While she’s world-renowned for her work in animal behavior, today we’re talking about her debut mystery, Away to Me . We dive into sheepdog trials, memorable human and animal characters, and how her past as an animal behaviorist shapes the story. Patricia also shares the inspiration behind Maddie McGowan, her connection with Cat Warren (au...

Today I’m thrilled to welcome award-winning mystery author and fellow dog lover C.B. Wilson to the show. C.B. (Cheryl) chats about her latest release, The Fire Diamond , the launch of the Gem Hunter Mysteries—where trained dogs sniff out diamonds. We dive into her background as a gemologist, her beloved Barkview Mysteries (each featuring a different dog breed), and why dogs often steal the spotlig...

Today I’m thrilled to welcome Ashley Bennett, author of Muscles and Monsters , the charming and spicy first book in the Leviathan Fitness series. We talk monster romance for the curious, what makes Tegan and Atlas such a perfect (and unexpected) match, and how monsters open the door to deeper emotion, danger, and tenderness. Ashley also shares how the story began during COVID, her favorite monster...

In today’s episode, I’m joined by bestselling author Neil Plakcy, whose books span mysteries, romance, and adventure—but today we’re diving into something extra special. We’re talking about Neil’s heart-warming Smiling Dog Café novellas where healing, kindness, and second chances are always on the menu. We chat about magical pups (including one very good dog named Cooper), the inspiration behind t...

In this episode of Sit. Stay. Read. , I’m joined by author Sharon Marchisello, creator of the DeeLo Myer Cat Rescue Cozy Mystery series. We chatted about her Claymore-finalist novel Trap, Neuter, Die, how real-life rescue work inspired her sleuth, and why Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate, and Return (TNVR) plays such a powerful role in the story. Sharon also shared how her life experiences shape her writin...

USA Today best-selling author Letizia Lorini joins the podcast to talk about her latest release. A Killer Kind of Romance is a clever, witty genre crossover packed with romance, mystery, small-town secrets and Sherlock—the fun and mischievous feline. With a slow-burn romance and the lingering question of “What if the one who got away might be a serial killer?” , this story keeps readers guessing,...