Cozy Mystery

The Village Library Cozy Mystery Series

Checked Out (The Village Library Mysteries Book 1)

Checked Out (The Village Library Mysteries Book 1) FREE by Elizabeth Spann Craig: Blind dates are awkward. Finding your date dead beside his grill is worse. Librarian Ann Beckett didn't sign up to solve a murder—but with rumors flying, enemies surfacing, and a stray cat demanding her attention, she can't help but investigate. "Checked Out" is cozy mystery at its best.

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Overdue (The Village Library Mysteries Book 2) KINDLE
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Borrowed Time (The Village Library Mysteries Book 3) KINDLE
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Hush-Hush (The Village Library Mysteries Book 4) KINDLE
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Where There's a Will (The Village Library Mysteries Book 5) KINDLE
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Frictional Characters (The Village Library Mysteries Book 6) KINDLE
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Spine-Tingling (The Village Library Mysteries Book 7) KINDLE
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Unspoken Sacrifices, Tarot Troubles, and Bakery Danger: Free Mystery / Thriller eBooks

Strudels and Suspicion (The Old World Bakery Mysteries Book 1)

Strudels and Suspicion (The Old World Bakery Mysteries Book 1) FREE by Clara Sterling: Baker Anni Weber's strudels are to die for. One customer took that literally. Now Vermont's coziest bakery is a crime scene—and Anni is the only one with a nose for the truth. Between local gossips and a killer who wants her gone, she must solve the murder to save her business. A delicious cozy mystery full of twists and charm!

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A Deck Stacked for Murder (Cafe Arcana Mysteries Book 1)

A Deck Stacked for Murder (Cafe Arcana Mysteries Book 1) FREE by Aliza Levine: Espresso, tarot, and a splash of murder! Divorcée Ava Goldberg’s fresh start in small-town Nebraska is derailed when a wealthy socialite is found dead outside her new tarot cafe. With her best friend’s husband framed for the crime, Ava must deal the cards to uncover the town's darkest secrets and catch a killer.

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Ties That Bind: Desperation Drives The Hardest Bargains

Ties That Bind: Desperation Drives The Hardest Bargains FREE by Maria Frankland: There's nothing I wouldn't do to give my wife what she wants – what she really wants. But the cost might be too high a price to pay...

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Destiny’s Game

Destiny’s Game FREE by Michael Breen: South London to Ibiza. Two friends chase a bigger life as loyalty, love, and identity are pushed to breaking point. Destiny’s Game is a character-driven crime story focused on emotion and consequence—not high-speed action, but what it costs beneath the surface. Emotional, Gritty, Coming of age as described by Netgalley reviewers.

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Proportional Response

Proportional Response FREE by Tim Enright: A soldier’s reckless revenge kills an Afghan minister’s grandson, sparking a plot to strike Main Street America. Diplomat Ben Brownwell must outwit terrorists and his own government to stop the unthinkable—before vengeance explodes on U.S. soil. A political thriller grounded in reality.

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Anatomy of Deception

Anatomy of Deception FREE by Christos Vlassis: He saves lives with a scalpel. But when neurosurgeon Markos Alexiou uncovers illegal mind-rewriting experiments in his own hospital, he must cross every ethical line to expose a deadly conspiracy. A dark, gripping medical thriller for fans of psychological suspense. Can he stop the madness before he becomes part of it?

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The Verses and Victims Cozy Mystery Series

Death By Design (Verses and Victims Mysteries Book 1)

Death By Design (Verses and Victims Mysteries Book 1) FREE by Hailey Hartley: When designer Trevor Ashford is found dead after a public spat with Riley Harper, her dream showcase turns into a nightmare. As the prime suspect, Riley and her tuxedo cat, Inkwell, must prove Trevor’s history of blackmail gave everyone a motive. With a killer targeting her next, Riley has to find the right words to expose the truth.

This book is Free on April 14, 2026

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Cards Of Condolence: A Verses & Victims Mystery (Verses and Victims Mysteries Book 2) KINDLE
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Cards of Deception: A Verses & Victims Mystery (Verses and Victims Mysteries Book 3) KINDLE
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SEALED WITH DEATH: A Verses & Victims Mystery (Verses and Victims Mysteries Book 4) KINDLE
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Signed with Suspicion: A Verses & Victims Mystery (Verses and Victims Mysteries Book 5) KINDLE
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WORDS LEFT UNSPOKEN: A Verses & Victims Mystery (Verses and Victims Mysteries Book 6) KINDLE
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Buried Betrayals, Hidden Vaults, and Mischievous Mediums: Free Mystery / Thriller eBooks

Scones, Secrets, and Sabotage

Scones, Secrets, and Sabotage FREE by Willow Thorne: Café owner Jenna McGregor didn't plan on solving murders. But when the Mayor turns up dead, and a trophy goes missing, she and her misfit crew — a psychic (maybe) bestie, a retired special-ops neighbor, and a well-meaning skeptic — can't help themselves. Think Scooby-Doo for adults. With better coffee.

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A Shade of Murder (The Witch Sisters of Stillwater Cozy Series Book 2)

A Shade of Murder (The Witch Sisters of Stillwater Cozy Series Book 2) FREE by Constance Barker: The ghost of Colonel Augustus Monroe is none too pleased with the Civil War re-enactment about to take place on the park grounds. But things get too real when a body is discovered.

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Dead at Third (Henry Walsh Private Investigator Mystery Series Book 1)

Dead at Third (Henry Walsh Private Investigator Mystery Series Book 1) FREE by Gregory Payette: Ex-cop Henry Walsh is a straight-shooter who lives on a boat and likes a drink or two. Working security for a local ball club, he's reluctantly dragged into an investigation when third baseman Lance Moreau is found floating face down in the St. Johns River. And when the cops arrest a teammate, it's up to Henry to prove they've got the wrong guy...

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Dared to Return (Kate Anderson Book 2)

Dared to Return (Kate Anderson Book 2) FREE by J. J. Clarke: A desperate call from her grandfather brings Kate home. It’s the last place she wants to be. Can she rescue her grandfather from the clutches of the white-collar crime syndicate before it’s too late? Grab this international award winner while it’s free!

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The Hunter Within

The Hunter Within FREE by Lamar D. Vine: In 1977 Ohio, 12-year-old Jacob Ballard suspects his mother's secret absences hide something dark. A girl on Bishop’s Ridge shares his hidden middle name. What starts as curiosity unravels family betrayal and the hunter inside him. A haunting psychological thriller novelette with an ambiguous ending. Content Warning.

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The Vault

The Vault FREE by Stuart Goldstein: Three levels beneath NYC lies a vault no one should touch. For 40 years, Andy Russo protected it—now he’s planning to rob it. As Hurricane Sandy closes in, rising water and rising tensions threaten everything. A high-stakes thriller of power, loyalty, and survival.

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Foul Play

Foul Play FREE by Rob Wilbur: The Grand Palace Casino is cheating its own customers. Then one of their dealers turns up dead. The police rule it an accidental drowning, but Crystal Moor, the deceased man’s ex-lover, thinks otherwise. She takes the case to Private Investigator Seth Bristol, and now it’s up to him to discover the truth.

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Broken Sanctuary

Broken Sanctuary FREE by Marie Wilkens: Seven big cats. Fifty acres. One EMP. When the grid dies, Jane Weston has to feed seven apex predators and defend her Alabama sanctuary from a warlord building an empire in the dark.

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Midlife Potions Cozy Mystery Series

Witchy Awakening (Midlife Potions Book 1)

Witchy Awakening (Midlife Potions Book 1) FREE by C. A. Phipps: When her snarky cat suddenly announces that Jessica's a witch, her world changes forever. Juggling spell books, supernatural secrets, newfound powers, meddlesome townsfolk, and finding a dead body buried in her garden takes midlife crises to a new level. Packed with charm, magic, and mystery, this paranormal cozy series will leave you spellbound!

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Witchy Hot Spells: A Paranormal Cozy Mystery (Midlife Potions Book 2) KINDLE
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Witchy Flash Back: A Paranormal Cozy Mystery (Midlife Potions Book 3) KINDLE
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Witchy Bad Blood: A Paranormal Cozy Mystery (Midlife Potions Book 4) KINDLE
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Witchy Coffee Crime: A Paranormal Cozy Mystery (Midlife Potions Book 5) KINDLE
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Witchy Family Familiar: A Paranormal Cozy Mystery (Midlife Potions Book 6) KINDLE
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Witchy Ember Enigma: A Small Town Paranormal Cozy Mystery (Midlife Potions Book 7) KINDLE
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Unearthed Fields, Hidden Truths, and Rival Secrets: Free Mystery / Thriller eBooks

Murder At The Maplewood Garden Tour (The Ivy Sinclair Cozy Mystery Series Book 4)

Murder At The Maplewood Garden Tour (The Ivy Sinclair Cozy Mystery Series Book 4) FREE by Erin Macy: At Maplewood’s Garden Tour, Ivy Sinclair expects rivalry—not murder. When a judge is found dead, secrets, threats, and poison follow. With suspects hiding the truth, Ivy must uncover the killer before the final judging ends in disaster.

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Murder at Stoneharbor (The Moonhaven Mysteries Book 4)

Murder at Stoneharbor (The Moonhaven Mysteries Book 4) FREE by K.S. Van: What happens when a Guardian goes dark — and the one person who can save her is a witch who still doesn't fully trust her own magic?

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The Hunting Ground (The Deuce Mora Series Book 2)

The Hunting Ground (The Deuce Mora Series Book 2) FREE by Jean Heller: The grisly discovery of a human bone while Deuce is out for a hike with handsome arson investigator Mark Hearst leads to the unearthing of a vast burial field, a human trafficking ring, and international intrigue.

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Pulse and Ash

Pulse and Ash FREE by William Stone: One month into the collapse, Rob and his dog, Captain, have lost almost everything, but not their hope. Together, they are fighting their way toward a hidden prepper homestead, a place where life can start again. In the world of EMP survival and post-apocalyptic struggle, hope is the fuel that keeps them alive.

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The Biscuits & Bad Behavior Cozy Mystery Series

Bark & Bite (Biscuits & Bad Behavior Book 1)

Bark & Bite (Biscuits & Bad Behavior Book 1) FREE by Emma Lyon: Maggie Fontaine came to Savannah to start over, not to solve a murder at a dog show. But when the prime suspect is her and the only witness is a beagle mix who works for biscuits, plans change.

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A Bone to Pick: Biscuits & Bad Behavior Book 2 KINDLE
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Bad to the Bone: Biscuits & Bad Behavior Book 3 KINDLE
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The Treat of Betrayal: Biscuits & Bad Behavior Book 4 KINDLE
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Every Dog Has Its Day: Biscuits & Bad Behavior Book 5 KINDLE
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The Mocha Mills Cozy Mystery Series

A Bitter Brew (Mocha Mills Mysteries Book 1)

A Bitter Brew (Mocha Mills Mysteries Book 1) FREE by Maisy Marple: When Vivian Palmer's award-winning chocolate mocha cake becomes the murder weapon that kills Mocha Mills' notoriously difficult health inspector, this middle-aged café owner finds herself at the center of a small-town scandal.

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A Deadly Frost in Mocha Mills: A Small Town Coffee Cozy Mystery (Mocha Mills Mysteries Book 2) KINDLE
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A Murderous Blend in Mocha Mills: A Small Town Coffee Cozy Mystery (Mocha Mills Mysteries Book 3) KINDLE
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Stage Fright in Mocha Mills: A Small Town Coffee Cozy Mystery (Mocha Mills Mysteries Book 4) KINDLE
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A Harvest of Secrets in Mocha Mills: A Small Town Coffee Cozy Mystery (Mocha Mills Mysteries Book 5) KINDLE
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A Final Pour in Mocha Mills: A Small Town Coffee Cozy Mystery (Mocha Mills Mysteries Book 6) KINDLE
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Murderous Retreats, Legendary Killers, and Dreamlike Danger: Free Mystery / Thriller eBooks

Mind Your Own Murder (Persephone Pringle Cozy Mysteries Book 1)

Mind Your Own Murder (Persephone Pringle Cozy Mysteries Book 1) FREE by Patti Larsen: Single, sassy, and prone to finding dead bodies... welcome to your next favorite series! Persephone Pringle thought a retreat would be just the thing to unwind after her divorce. If only her nasty neighbor hadn't turned up dead, making her the prime suspect! Can she find out who did it before she has to ask her FBI ex-husband to (shudder) save her?

This book is Free on April 11, 2026

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Knit One, Purl a Secret

Knit One, Purl a Secret FREE by Tessa Silver: A box of crimson yarn. Secrets that won’t stay buried. When Nettie Silverloop’s knitting projects start unraveling deadly truths, a cozy mystery turns dangerous. In Quillhaven, magic stitches everything together… but this time, it might stitch up a killer.

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A Very Coastal Christmas (Cozy Christmas)

A Very Coastal Christmas (Cozy Christmas) FREE by Camille Cabrera: When the body of an environmentalist winds up in the nearby wetlands, Blue takes it upon herself to comb the sleepy shoreside for clues. She’s tossed into the deep end as the storm of the century threatens to make landfall just before Christmas Eve. Will she be able to collect all of the clues before the weather spins her cozy life into chaos?

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The Reluctant Coroner (Fenway Stevenson Mysteries Book 1)

The Reluctant Coroner (Fenway Stevenson Mysteries Book 1) FREE by Paul Austin Ardoin: Get to know Fenway Stevenson in this first-in-series from USA TODAY bestselling author Paul Austin Ardoin! Fenway doesn't want to return to the coastal town where her estranged father is practically king, but a murder draws her into a deepening conspiracy. "Ardoin is the real deal" —Mark Stay, host of Mark Stay's Creative Differences podcast.

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The Worried Man (Q.C. Davis Mystery Book 1)

The Worried Man (Q.C. Davis Mystery Book 1) FREE by Lisa M. Lilly: Quille thought she knew the man she loved—until she found him dead. Suicide, the police say. Murder, her instincts insist. Chasing the truth pulls her into a web of lies, corruption, and deadly secrets… and makes her the next target. Dive into the addictive Q.C. Davis series, ideal for binge readers.

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Kili'ing Time

Kili'ing Time FREE by Linda Riedle: Join Katie and Brad, a couple in their sixties, on a nine-day trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, as a bucket-list dream turns deadly with secrets and murder. Experience the physical and emotional highs and lows, from the bustling Lemosho Gate to the triumphant - or tragic - reach for Uhuru Peak, every step laced with suspense.

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Hellcat (Jax Diamond Mysteries Book 9)

Hellcat (Jax Diamond Mysteries Book 9) FREE by Gail Meath: There's a legendary killer in town but solving the case may hit too close to home. Join Jax Diamond, his partner, Ace, and Broadway star Laura Diamond, along with a crazy cast of friends, fight crime in 1920s New York City. "The twists actually twist and clues are layered brilliantly. Hellcat didn't just entertain me. It outsmarted me." -Amazon

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Emergence (The Emergence Series Book 1)

Emergence (The Emergence Series Book 1) FREE by Guy Portman: 'Emergence is as hilarious as it is dark ...' – M.Ryles (Vine Voice) '... another incredibly entertaining read from this outrageously talented and criminally underrated author.' - C.Hall (Vine Voice) 'A Sarcastic, Violent Pleasure.' - Reviewer

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Deadly Gold Rush (The Indie Retirement Mystery Series Book 2)

Deadly Gold Rush (The Indie Retirement Mystery Series Book 2) FREE by Landis Wade: Standalone thriller steeped in Carolina gold rush history — treasures, trials, and tribulations. "Wade takes readers on a high-octane ride… This culminates in a nail-biting trial...” —BookLife Reviews "Deadly Gold Rush caught my attention from the first sentence and kept me transfixed to the very end." — Readers’ Favorite Reviews

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The Gods of Sleep

The Gods of Sleep FREE by Robert Mix: Can consciousness exist outside the brain? The Gods of Sleep follows Sean Hastings, a stockbroker stuck in a mundane life and suffering from insomnia. After taking an Amazonian compound to help him sleep, he inadvertently enters a world of dreams, conspiracy, and murder. Sean is left questioning reality and consciousness, and finds himself the only person able to stop a high-profile assassination.

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The Maggie Newberry Cozy Mystery Series

Murder in the South of France (The Maggie Newberry Mystery Series Book 1)

Murder in the South of France (The Maggie Newberry Mystery Series Book 1) FREE by Susan Kiernan-Lewis: When her long-lost sister is murdered, Maggie flies to the Riviera to find the little niece that no one in the family even knew existed. Along the way, she finds a handsome and mysterious Frenchman who claims to be helping with the search. Meanwhile, her sister’s murderer sets his sights on the little girl and Maggie. This book is a clean read: no graphic violence, sex or strong language.

This book is Free on April 10, 2026

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Murder à la Carte: A French Countryside Village Romantic Mystery with a WWII Twist (The Maggie Newberry Mystery Series Book 2) KINDLE
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Murder in Provence: A French Country Village New Marriage Mystery (The Maggie Newberry Mystery Series Book 3) KINDLE
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Murder in Paris: A Fashion Week New Marriage Mystery (The Maggie Newberry Mystery Series Book 4) KINDLE
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Murder in Aix: A French Countryside Village Mystery (The Maggie Newberry Mystery Series Book 5) KINDLE
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Murder in Nice: A Provence and French Riviera Television Travel Guide Mystery (The Maggie Newberry Mystery Series Book 6) KINDLE
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Murder in the Latin Quarter: A Paris Mystery in the Shadow of Notre-Dame (The Maggie Newberry Mystery Series Book 7) KINDLE
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