Discover how the Zachary Goldman mysteries reframe the “broken detective” trope with nuanced, spoiler-safe portrayals of ADHD, PTSD, and neurodiversity ...

I’ve published 130+ books, and I write them in Obsidian using plain text. Here are 5 practical reasons this workflow beats bulky word processors ...

Meet Zachary Goldman, a private investigator who fights for invisible victims in a trauma-informed, socially conscious crime fiction world ...

Welcome to the Private Investigator cornerstone — your go-to collection of in-depth blog posts, case files, and research on the craft of investigation and the world of Zachary Goldman.  ...

Using Obsidian as a writing studio: in-depth guides, experiments, and bite-sized tips. ...

How childhood institutional care can leave lasting, invisible scars on adult identity, relationships, and trust — five truths revealed through Zachary Goldman’s story ...

How a small survival ritual turned into a detective’s edge. Read Zachary Goldman’s origin story — pacing, observation, and the quiet choices that shape a life of investigation ...

Looking for a gritty PI series without foul language and gore? Award-winning and USA Today Bestselling Author P.D. Workman brings you stories that delve into some of the darkest parts of society but leave you feeling good in the end ...

Chickpeas, Cookies, and Conspiracy — Quiche Me Goodbye Is Live ...

For months, Bald Eagle Falls was a somber destination —a "tragedy pilgrimage site" for influencers seeking a selfie with a "death muffin" in the wake of critic Gerald Montgomery’s passing. But the town is ready for a rebrand. Enter "The World’s Largest Festival Celebrating the Humble Chickpea." ...

Deep dive into Quiche Me Goodbye, a culinary cozy mystery by P.D. Workman ...

Dive into a video introduction to Quiche Me Goodbye, a culinary cozy mystery by P.D. Workman ...

Full of inventive chickpea dishes, warm small-town charm, and a high-stakes cook-off, Quiche Me Goodbye blends food, friendship, and a gripping mystery ...

How sensory detail—smell, taste, and kitchen chemistry—functions as a legitimate investigative tool in Auntie Clem’s Bakery, helping Erin detect sabotage, toxins, and subtle clues ...

How 'found family' in Auntie Clem’s Bakery gives cozy mysteries heart — a network of informants, emotional stakes, and believable, character-driven investigation ...

New Zachary Goldman thriller, He Broke the Silence: a tense, character-driven mystery about trauma, protection, and a PI who uncovers dangerous truths ...

Create locked-room tension in open, small-town settings: narrow suspect pools with social locks, local symbols, and motive-driven clues to build tight, emotional mysteries ...

Cozy mysteries can explore trauma, mental health, gender identity, and youth vulnerability with empathy—building resilient protagonists, authentic small-town community, and thoughtful storytelling ...