P.D. Workman

P.D. Workman is a USA Today Bestselling author and multi-award winner, renowned for her prolific output of over 100 published works that span various genres. With a knack for crafting page-turners, Workman captivates readers with everything from cozy mysteries like the Auntie Clem's Bakery series to gripping young adult and suspense novels. Her stories resonate deeply as she masterfully weaves sensitive themes—such as childhood trauma, mental illness, and addiction—into compelling narratives that evoke a powerful emotional response. Readers are drawn to her unique voice and empathetic portrayal of complex issues. With each new release, fans eagerly anticipate another thrilling blend of thought-provoking storytelling and relatable characters that define P.D. Workman’s brand as an author of unforgettable page-turners—gripping tales that leave a lasting impact long after the last page is turned.

Dairy-Free Death

September 2, 2017 / 2 minutes of reading

Gluten-free baker Erin Price thought she’d found peace in Bald Eagle Falls – but then her family’s past comes calling! Join author P.D. Workman for an exciting culinary mystery

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Gluten-Free Murder

September 1, 2017 / 5 minutes of reading

Armed with gluten-free cupcakes and her thirst for justice, Erin and her new sidekick Vic strive to sift through the clues and separate the buckwheat from the chaff. Can she smoke out the culprit before her timer runs out?

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Excerpt from Invisible by James Patterson

August 29, 2017 / 2 minutes of reading / 5 Comments

Here’s my newest James Patterson read. Invisible is about tracking down the worst serial killer of all time. In the beginning, Emmy Dockery is the only one who believes he even exists. Everyone thinks she has gone over the edge after the accidental death of her twin, but of course you and I know… Emmy is right…

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Randy’s Review of She Wore Mourning

August 26, 2017 / 1 minute of reading / Leave a Comment

Zachary Goldman is a Private Investigator who is messed up. Add in a crazy ex-wife, and together they made one ugly recipe. The one thing Zachary can keep on track in his life is his work.

Well, that is up until now.

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Excerpt from V is for Vengeance

August 22, 2017 / 2 minutes of reading / 4 Comments

It’s been years since I read one of Sue Grafton’s Kinsey Millhone books. I think it was somewhere around the middle of the alphabet! I’m most of the way through V is for Vengeance now, and enjoying sassy P.I. Kinsey’s adventures as she tries to sort out the mystery behind an apparent suicide.

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op 5 Characters from P.D. Workman books – Mystery & YA Fiction

Five Characters I Love to Hate

August 17, 2017 / 3 minutes of reading / Leave a Comment

Last time, I wrote Five Characters I Love. This time, I will change it up and tell you the Characters I Love to Hate.

Before I get into my list, I thought I would give you an insight on why I picked them. I have a hard time with people who manipulate children into thinking they’re in control when in reality, they’re just doing what the person wants them to do. Nothing seems to get my dander up more than people taking advantage of the vulnerable.

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Awesome August Reads

August 16, 2017 / 1 minute of reading / Leave a Comment

Looking for some new reads for August? Check out Cindy Ray Hale’s Awesome August Reads!

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Excerpt from Hide Your Fear

August 15, 2017 / 2 minutes of reading / 6 Comments

I’m in the middle of an intriguing mystery/thriller right now. Hide Your Fear by Kevin O’Brien. I have an idea of how all of the clues fit together and who the culprit is, but I’m not quite sure yet! It’s not quite your usual serial killer thriller.

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P.D. Workman’s Top 5 Unforgettable Characters

August 9, 2017 / 3 minutes of reading / Leave a Comment

“Discover the top five most memorable characters from bestselling author P.D. Workman’s gripping thrillers and YA novels. From Abe to Kelli, meet the unforgettable heroes that readers can’t stop thinking about.”

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Excerpt from Refugee

August 8, 2017 / 2 minutes of reading / 7 Comments

This is an amazing book. Award-winning Alan Gratz brings us Refugee, three intertwining stories of refugees from each of Nazi Germany, Cuba, and Syria. Gratz takes you into the lives of these three children, their families, and the heartbreak they go through in trying to reach freedom. Gripping, heartfelt, and engaging, put this one on your TBR list.

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