P.D. Workman is a USA Today Bestselling author, winner of several awards from Library Services for Youth in Custody and the InD’tale Magazine’s Crowned Heart award. With over 100 published books, Workman is one of Canada’s most prolific authors. Her mystery/suspense/thriller and young adult books, include stand alones and these series: Auntie Clem’s Bakery cozy mysteries, Reg Rawlins Psychic Investigator paranormal mysteries, Zachary Goldman Mysteries (PI), Kenzie Kirsch Medical Thrillers, Parks Pat Mysteries (police procedural), and YA series: Medical Kidnap Files, Tamara’s Teardrops, Between the Cracks, and Breaking the Pattern.
Workman has been praised for her realistic details, deep characterization, and sensitive handling of the serious social issues that appear in all of her stories, from light cozy mysteries through to darker, grittier young adult and mystery/suspense books.
P. D. Workman does not shy from probing the deep psychological scars of childhood trauma, mental illness, and addiction. Also characteristic of this author, these extremely sensitive issues are explored with extensive empathy, described with incredible clarity, and portrayed with profound insight.
—Kim, Goodreads reviewer
Some of Workman’s titles have been translated into Spanish, French, Portuguese, German, and Italian.
Workman began writing at an early age and is a prolific reader as well as writer. She is also passionate about teaching and learning, expresses her creativity through art and cooking, and loves exploring the Calgary parks and green spaces where the Parks Pat Mysteries are set. She was a legal assistant for many years and has done extensive charitable work.
Workman was born and raised in Alberta, Canada, and is married with one adult son.
In the aftermath of fighting the Witch Doctor and his minions, Reg hopes to be able to take some time to just relax and recover. The danger to Black Sands is past and she herself is unharmed, aside from the memories that the Witch Doctor stirred up.
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Discover a world of magic, mystery, and suspense in the Black Sands series by P.D. Workman! Follow Reg Rawlins, a self-professed con artist turned fortune teller, as she delves into the secrets of this spellbinding town. Get ready for a journey filled with humor, romance, and captivating twists. Grab your copy today and get lost in the enchantment! 🌙🔍🔮
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Indulge in the delectable world of culinary cozy mysteries with “Cinn-full Secrets” by P.D. Workman. Follow gluten-free baker Erin Price as she unravels the truth behind a murder that hits close to home. With tantalizing plot twists and mouthwatering descriptions, this book is a feast for cozy mystery enthusiasts.
Dive into the stunning parks of Calgary with Detective Parks Patenaude in Echoes of the Engine. Follow her tracks as she unravels the truth behind a tragic accident in this gripping police procedural series.
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Join Detective Margie “Parks Pat” Patenaude on a thrilling journey through the dark underbelly of crime as she investigates a perplexing murder case in this gripping crime thriller set in Calgary’s beautiful parks.
Skate into a thrilling Parks Pat Mystery! Detective Margie Patenaude delves into a twisted murder that will send shivers down your spine.
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It’s Reg’s first Yule, and she should be learning all about the festivities in Black Sands. But her interest in the holiday falls by the wayside when Starlight falls ill.
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When colorful con Reg Rawlins arrives in Bald Eagle Falls to visit her foster sister, Erin, she never expected to get caught up in a haunting mystery that threatens to unravel the town’s holiday cheer. With strange occurrences linked to the ghost of Jacob Marbleton, Reg and Erin must work together to uncover a long-forgotten injustice.
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Dive into a gripping Young Adult medical mystery and adventure as Joseph Demain searches for the truth behind his mysterious medical condition.
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Embark on a journey filled with suspense, intrigue, and unforgettable characters with the Zachary Goldman Mysteries and Kenzie Kirsch Medical Thrillers collection. Experience the rollercoaster of emotions as flawed private investigator Zachary Goldman tackles 13 gripping cases, while brilliant assistant medical examiner Kenzie Kirsch navigates the treacherous world of medicine and crime in 5. Get ready for skillfully crafted tales that will keep you guessing until the very end.
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