Cozy Mysteries
Come home to a cozy mystery
P.D. Workman’s cozy mysteries invite readers into warm kitchens, friendly (and not-so-friendly) small towns, and bakeries where the smell of fresh bread masks secrets. These stories combine comfort and curiosity—delivering page-turning puzzles wrapped in community, food, and heart.
These are cozies for readers who want clever mysteries with cozy atmospheres: humane characters, light humor, and stakes that feel urgent without dwelling on graphic violence. Expect rescued pets, local feuds, layered motives, and an amateur sleuth who bakes, listens, and notices what others miss.
The Sweet Side of Suspense — Baking and Mystery
How baking and mystery make the perfect cozy pairing
Animals Belong in Cozy Mysteries
The Furry Family of Auntie Clem’s Bakery
Small Town Secrets
Bald Eagle Falls, Food, and Cozy Mystery Suspense
The Secret Ingredient of Auntie Clem’s Bakery
Gluten-Free Murder
More than a Will
The Power of the Chosen Heir Trope in Cozy Mysteries
The Chosen Heir Mystery
How Family Legacies Drive Cozy Suspense
Found Family, Lost Power
When the Chosen Heir Doesn’t Want the Crown
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What Readers Are Saying
—This lady knows how to write!! I read this during hurricane Irma on my Kindle so I didn’t care the power was out!
—It was very good! But made me hungry!
—Oh my goodness I loved it! The murder mystery was so awesome… I couldn’t put this book down. Props to you again for another amazing read!
—I really enjoyed this book … Would make a great Hallmark movie.
—This very enjoyable story with uncomplicated characters and a sweet and easy storyline was well done.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What makes a book a cozy mystery?
A cozy mystery centers on an amateur sleuth, a tight-knit community, and a puzzle that focuses on motive and character rather than graphic violence. The tone is warm, the stakes feel personal, and domestic details (food, pets, clubs) play key narrative roles.
Q: Are P.D. Workman’s cozy mysteries clean?
Yes. These books deliver tension and emotional realism without explicit gore or gratuitous language. The suspense comes from character, secrets, and social pressure rather than graphic description.
Q: Which book should I start with?
Gluten-Free Murder is an ideal entry point — it introduces Erin, Auntie Clem’s Bakery, and the central themes of food, community, and concealed prejudice. You can also explore later cozy entries or themed bundles on the series page.
Q: Do recipes or food details feature in the books?
Yes. Food and baking detail are woven into the storytelling for atmosphere and plot. Check out Recipes from Auntie Clem’s Bakery for a few gluten-free, vegan, low-allergen recipes to try at home.
Q: How are pets used in these stories?
Pets provide emotional grounding, comic relief, and occasional clues. They help humanize characters, create domestic texture, and sometimes draw attention to evidence or danger in moments that would otherwise feel ordinary.
Want more cozy reads? Dive into the Auntie Clem’s Bakery series and follow Erin from muffin counter to mystery scene.
