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Roses, Chocolates, and Healthy Relationships: TDVAM

Valentine’s day is coming up, and as you know if you’ve been hanging out here for a while, I don’t do romantic posts for Valentine’s Day. (See the related posts down below.) As an author passionate about a number of social issues, I have decided to dedicate this post to Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. February is recognized as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM), and it serves as an opportunity to raise awareness about this issue. Various organizations have made resources available to educate and empower individuals to take action against teen dating violence. (Scroll down for a few.)

Teen Dating Violence

Teen dating violence is a form of adverse childhood experience that impacts a significant number of young people in the United States. It can occur in person, online, or through technology, and falls under the category of intimate partner violence. This type of violence encompasses various behaviors, including physical violence, sexual violence, psychological aggression, and stalking.

Physical violence involves attempts to harm a partner through physical force, such as hitting or kicking. Sexual violence includes forcing or pressuring a partner to engage in sexual acts without their consent. It also encompasses non-physical sexual behaviors, such as sharing explicit images without consent. Psychological aggression involves using verbal and non-verbal communication to harm a partner mentally or emotionally, exerting control over them. Stalking refers to a pattern of unwanted attention and contact by a current or former partner that causes fear and safety concerns.

Teen dating violence has far-reaching consequences on the lifelong health, opportunities, and overall well-being of individuals. Unhealthy relationships can start early in life and have lasting effects. However, it is crucial to remember that violence is preventable.

Books

As an author, I have frequently explored the topic of teen violence in my books. Through my writing, I strive to shed light on the realities of intimate violence as one of the serious social issues that young people face.

Books of mine that address Teen Dating Violence or Intimate Partner Violence:

A Waffle DeathLunar LiesRubyChloeRonnieQuesting for a DreamPursued by the PastBobbyDon’t Forget StevenDeath of a CorpseZachary Goldman Series (emotional abuse)Tattooed TeardropsReg Rawlins Series (metaphorical)Virtually Harmless

As we observe Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, let’s take a stand against teen dating violence. By educating ourselves, supporting organizations that work to prevent and respond to teen dating violence, and promoting healthy relationships, we can make a difference in the lives of young people. Together, we can create a future where violence-free relationships are the norm.

Love should never be accompanied by violence. Let’s work towards a world where all relationships are built on respect, trust, and equality.

Resources

For more information on Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month and resources to support this cause, please refer to the links provided below.

2023 Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM)TDVAM Action GuideWarning signs of dating abuse: What to look for & morePreventing and Responding to Teen Dating ViolenceFast Facts: Preventing Teen Dating ViolenceDating Matters® Toolkit

By educating ourselves, supporting organizations, and promoting healthy relationships, we can create a future where violence-free relationships are the norm. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of young people and help them to build relationships free from violence.

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Celebrate National Dark Chocolate Day with a Spellbinding Cozy Mystery

Hello, fellow mystery lovers! As an avid reader, you know that a good book and a delectable treat go hand in hand. And what better way to celebrate National Dark Chocolate Day than by ordering a tantalizing paranormal cozy mystery that revolves around the mystical world of dark chocolate? I am thrilled to introduce you to the next book in the Reg Rawlins, Psychic Investigator series, Tainted Truffle Treachery. Get ready for a thrilling adventure in the mythical town of Black Sands, where Mystical Morsels, a dark chocolate treat, takes center stage.

In this latest installment of the Reg Rawlins, Psychic Investigator series, prepare to be captivated by a tale of intrigue, magic, and, of course, dark chocolate. As Reg Rawlins, our fearless psychic investigator, delves into a series of unusual events surrounding Mystical Morsels, she uncovers a dark force threatening the town of Black Sands. Can Reg use her psychic abilities to solve the mystery before it’s too late?

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Ready to take a bite out of crime? Join Reg Rawlins, psychic detective, as she investigates a string of mysterious poisonings linked to a wildly popular new brand of chocolate truffles in Black Sands.

Award-winning and USA Today Bestselling author P.D. Workman brings you Tainted Truffle Treachery.

Truffles to die for

Strange things are happening in Black Sands.

A series of sudden and unexplained deaths of three magical practitioners has Corvin worried, and he convinces Reg to join him in trying to track down the cause and the culprit behind them.

As Reg and her friends investigate the deaths with Corvin and Detective Marta Jessup, they uncover a sinister plot involving the wildly popular Mystical Morsels. But who is distributing them and why? Reg follows the trail to Tennessee where, with the help of her foster sister Erin, they track the mastermind behind the poisoned truffles.

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But the danger is far from over as they discover the true motive behind the deadly plot and face a dangerous enemy who shows no remorse for the innocent lives lost.

There’s no sugar coating it—with time running out, Reg must use all her sleuthing skills to uncover the source of the curse and stop the distribution of the deadly desserts before more lives are lost.

It’s a race against time in this paranormal mystery that’s sure to leave you craving more!

Praise for the series:

Just when I think Ms. Workman can’t possibly think up anything different for this series, she delivers big time. —Sandy

I love the magical characters in this series. They never fail to keep you entertained. Such a fun series.—Kandy

Tainted Truffle Treachery is a paranormal mystery novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat. With a touch of witchcraft and a dash of suspense, this book is perfect for fans of small town mysteries and psychic detectives.

Fall under Reg’s spell today.

Before you read Tainted Truffle Treachery, you might want to read short story Cat Tales in the Swamp.

eBookPaperbackAccessibility PackRetailersRead SampleThe Temptation of Dark Chocolate

Dark chocolate has always held a special place in our hearts, and for good reason. Its rich, velvety texture and bittersweet taste have the power to transport us to a world of indulgence and pleasure. National Dark Chocolate Day is the perfect occasion to delve into the mysterious world of dark chocolate and prepare for the release of Tainted Truffle Treachery.

Share Your Dark Chocolate Love

As we celebrate National Dark Chocolate Day, I’d love to hear about your favorite dark chocolate brand or chocolate treat. Is it a classic bar, truffles, or perhaps a unique flavor combination? Share your indulgent delights in the comments below and let’s celebrate our shared love for this irresistible treat!

I am partial to a particular brand of dark chocolate chips, but here is a chocolate bar I picked up for this special occasion.

5 FACTS ABOUT CHOCOLATEChocolate was originally a fermented beverage. Believed by the Aztecs to be a gift from Quetzalcoatl, the god of wisdom, chocolate was originally a fermented beverage that gave the drinker strength.Chocolate gets its name from the Aztecs. Chocolate is derived from the Aztec language of Nahuatl word “chocolātl” which means “bitter drink.”Dark chocolate is a potential superfood. Thanks to its high percentage of cocoa and lower amounts of sugar and milk, dark chocolate’s health benefits have made it a potential superfood.Africa provides most of the world’s cocoa. About two-thirds of cocoa in the world is produced in Western Africa with the Ivory Coast being the largest source of the crop.Americans consume 2.8 billion pounds per year. That’s over 11 pounds per person.

From NATIONAL DARK CHOCOLATE DAY – National Today

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The ancient Mayans in Mesoamerica are the first known civilization to cultivate cacao trees and make a bitter beverage from the beans. They believe that cacao has divine properties and use it in religious ceremonies.

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The Mayans share their knowledge of cacao cultivation and consumption with the Aztecs, who also consider it a sacred drink. They add spices like chili and vanilla to enhance its flavor.

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Christopher Columbus encounters cacao beans during his fourth voyage to the Americas but dismisses them as worthless. However, his crew brings some back to Spain.

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Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés arrives in Mexico and is introduced to the Aztec emperor, Montezuma II. Montezuma serves Cortés a frothy chocolate drink called “xocoatl,” which Cortés finds bitter but intriguing.

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Spanish monks bring cacao beans and the knowledge of chocolate-making to Europe. The drink becomes popular among the Spanish aristocracy and is often flavored with sugar or honey.

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The first chocolate house opens in London, England, where chocolate beverages are sold to the public. These establishments become popular meeting places for the elite.

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Cocoa powder is invented by Dutch chemist Coenraad Johannes van Houten. This innovation makes chocolate easier to produce and leads to the creation of solid chocolate bars.

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British chocolate manufacturer Joseph Fry produces the first chocolate bar by mixing cocoa powder, cocoa butter, and sugar. This marks the beginning of the modern chocolate bar.

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Swiss chocolatier Daniel Peter collaborates with his neighbor, Henri Nestlé, to create the first milk chocolate bar using Nestlé’s condensed milk. This collaboration leads to the formation of the Nestlé company.

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The introduction of the chocolate chip by Ruth Graves Wakefield leads to the creation of the iconic chocolate chip cookie.

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Kenzie Kirsch Medical Thrillers 1-7

by P.D. Workman


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Series: A Kenzie Kirsch Medical Thriller
Genres: Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, Mystery/Suspense

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Kenzie Kirsch Medical Thrillers 1-7

I enjoyed the fast pace of the story which kept me flipping pages late into the night. It is one of those books you just don’t want to put down until you have read the very last word. If you enjoy suspense, intrigue, family drama, spell-binding imagery and great character development, you will absolutely enjoy reading this book.

AboutPraise for Kenzie KirschOn my BlogPraise for P.D. WorkmanFrom USA Today Bestselling Author, P.D. Workman!

Kenzie has another body on her hands

Looking for a strong female lead in an engaging medical mystery? Award-winning and USA Today Bestselling Author P.D. Workman brings you an up-and-coming Medical Examiner’s Assistant who is right up your alley.

Kenzie Kirsch, brilliant assistant medical examiner, is about to uncover deadly secrets. Follow her as she navigates the treacherous world of medicine and crime in the Kenzie Kirsch Medical Thrillers series. With her sharp intellect and unwavering determination, Kenzie will stop at nothing to solve the most puzzling medical mysteries. Prepare yourself for heart-pounding suspense and shocking revelations as you dive into titles such as Unlawful Harvest, Doctored Death, and more. Bestselling Author P.D. Workman will keep you guessing until the very end.

This ebook includes the first seven books in this series:

Unlawful HarvestDoctored DeathDosed to DeathGentle AngelRushin’ DeathPosed for DeathDeath of a Corpse

Unlawful Harvest

As Kenzie’s questions take her deeper and deeper into the murky world of transplant tourism, Kenzie starts to wonder just what her parents have been covering up, and who else’s life might hang in the balance.

Doctored Death

Assistant Medical Examiner Kenzie Kirsch thinks that the deaths from Champlain House are linked by more than place. If she is right in her theory, the nursing homes, emergency rooms and the morgue are all going to be overwhelmed.

Dosed to Death

Who knew Kenzie would be dealing with more deaths on vacation than if she had stayed at home? At first, she and partner Zachary Goldman assume that it is just a weird coincidence, but as the snow starts to pile up outside their doors, so do the bodies.

Gentle Angel

The Assistant Medical Examiner has enough on her plate dealing with a personal crisis and doesn’t need the added challenge of FBI Agent Menendez’s unrealistic expectations and trying to identify the killer herself.

Rushin’ Death

The cold reception Kenzie got from the stranger when she arrived at her mother’s house on Christmas day was nothing compared to what he got when he arrived at the morgue.

Posed for Death

Kenzie thought she had a pretty good understanding of aging and elder care. She was a medical professional, after all. But when her postmortem findings cause her to look more deeply into the sometimes dark world of elder care, she is forced to reconsider.

Death of a Corpse

The search for a missing girl comes to a tragic end when her body is found partially submerged in a body of water in the Vermont wilderness. But when Kenzie examines the remains, she finds that it is not the girl they were looking for, but someone who has been dead for much longer than that.

P.D. Workman never fails to deliver an intriguing mystery with plenty of thrills, drama, and unexpected twists that will hold your attention from start to finish. The characters are believable, with flaws and attributes that will endear them to the reader. The stories always have, at their heart, socially relevant topics that are explored with compassion, intelligence, and dignity.

The writing is skillful, with wonderfully complex plots and well-developed characters. Highly recommended!

If you are a reader of the Zachary Goldman Mysteries series, you have already met Kenzie Kirsch. This series is a spinoff from Zachary Goldman Mysteries, giving Kenzie a front-and-center position in solving medical mysteries.

Join Dr. Kenzie Kirsch as she uncovers mysteries, conspiracies, and thrills!

“P.D. Workman has done it again. she has managed to write a book that will push your buttons. If it doesn’t then you need to take another look.”

“This is a brilliant read. Wonderful well written plot and story line that had me engaged from the start. Love the well fleshed out characters and found them believable. Great suspense and action with wonderful world building that adds so much to the story. Can’t wait to see what the author brings us next!”

“Absolutely fabulous as always.”

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“Every single one of [P.D. Workman’s] books has spoken to me … And I have found strength in the books I’ve read.”

“This is one author I certainly will be looking out for, I can’t recommend her enough.”

“I’ll read anything by P. D. Workman that I can get my hands on.”

“Every book by PD Workman that I’ve read has been a gripping one, however different the genres are, going from lighter mysteries to really dark ones… this is one of my favourite, most dependable authors.”

“P.D. Workman is an incredibly versatile writer. No matter which of her books I read I am drawn into a great story and honestly, I don’t think I’ve followed another author that could go from cozy mystery to YA to a PI series dealing with mental health issues. Really enjoy her books!”

“[P.D. Workman’s] stories are so believable and you can’t help but feel like you know these people. You find yourself crying, laughing and feeling the characters emotions. Now if an author can make you cry and feel every emotion in a story, she is one hell of an author.”

“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.”

“Once again P.D.Workman has created an intense psychological mystery that impacts a wallop of thought induction. The writing is so well developed and draws you into the characters story.”

Goodreads reviews for Unlawful Harvest

Reviews from Goodreads.comAbout P.D. Workman

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.

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Muffin to Lose

by P.D. Workman


Coming Soon!
Series: Auntie Clem's Bakery #23
Genres: Cozy Mystery

eBook Price: $ 5.99 USD
Paperback Price: $ 14.95 USD


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Muffin to LoseAboutPraise for Auntie Clem’s BakeryAuthor NotesBook Club ResourcesOn my BlogPraise for P.D. Workman

Introducing Auntie Clem’s Bakery Culinary Cozy Mystery Series Book 23: Muffin to Hide, by award-winning and USA Today Bestselling Author, P.D. Workman — a thrilling culinary mystery that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last crumb!

Beaten and battered.

Erin thought she had weathered all the trouble Bald Eagle Falls could throw at her. She never would have guessed that the Auntie Clem’s Bakery could be in jeopardy.

But when acclaimed food critic Gerald Montgomery is found dead in his room at the B&B with the crumbs of one of Erin’s Morning Sunshine Muffins still on his lips, she worries that her bakery’s fate is sealed.

Secrets and lies pepper Gerald Montgomery’s history, and it will be up to Erin, her trusty sous chef, Officer Handsome, and other Bald Eagle Falls friends to sift through all of the clues from Montgomery’s past. Even the sweetest smiles could hide the most sinister intentions.

Can Erin rise to the occasion and save not only her bakery but also her own reputation? With the help of her friends, she will whip this challenge — or Auntie Clem’s Bakery is could be toast.

Muffin to Hide is a delectable mystery that will have you hooked from the first taste and leave you guessing until the very last crumb!

Join Erin on her thrilling journey to uncover the truth and save Auntie Clem’s Bakery. Get your copy of Muffin to Hide today and indulge in a delectable mystery that will satisfy your taste for murder.

Praise for the series:

 “I just wanted you to know how much I adore this series. I can’t wait for the next one to come out ! I told my boyfriend that this series is my “Game of Thrones” and I don’t even know how to deal with my life while I wait for the next one!”

*”It’s a wonderful start and the cast of characters bodes well for future books.”

“Delicious gluten-free baking, secrets and suspense – what’s not to love?!”*

Like baking mysteries? Cats, dogs, and other pets? Award-winning and USA Today Bestselling Author P.D. Workman brings readers back to small town Bald Eagle Falls for another culinary cozy mystery to be solved by gluten-free baker Erin Price and her friends.

Have your gluten-free cupcake and eat them too. Sink your teeth into this sweet treat now!

—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.

Author Notes may contain spoilers!

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“Every single one of [P.D. Workman’s] books has spoken to me … And I have found strength in the books I’ve read.”

“This is one author I certainly will be looking out for, I can’t recommend her enough.”

“I’ll read anything by P. D. Workman that I can get my hands on.”

“Every book by PD Workman that I’ve read has been a gripping one, however different the genres are, going from lighter mysteries to really dark ones… this is one of my favourite, most dependable authors.”

“P.D. Workman is an incredibly versatile writer. No matter which of her books I read I am drawn into a great story and honestly, I don’t think I’ve followed another author that could go from cozy mystery to YA to a PI series dealing with mental health issues. Really enjoy her books!”

“[P.D. Workman’s] stories are so believable and you can’t help but feel like you know these people. You find yourself crying, laughing and feeling the characters emotions. Now if an author can make you cry and feel every emotion in a story, she is one hell of an author.”

“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.”

“Once again P.D.Workman has created an intense psychological mystery that impacts a wallop of thought induction. The writing is so well developed and draws you into the characters story.”

About P.D. Workman

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.

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Feathered Frenzy: The Good, the Bad, and the Emus

Sleepwalker’s Sanctuary has been released! If you haven’t had a chance to pick up your copy yet, what are you waiting for? Prepare to be spellbound as you unravel the secrets of Sleepwalker’s Sanctuary. Are you ready for the adventure?

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I always enjoy a Meg Langslow Mystery. The cover and title of The Good, the Bad, and the Emus, book 17 of the Meg Langslow Mysteries series by Donna Andrews certainly caught my attention.

Meg sets out with her Grandfather, husband, twins, and two dogs in the twinmobile, her trusty book-that-tells-her-when-to-breathe clutched tightly in her hand on the way to solve the murder of her estranged grandmother under cover of a feral emu roundup. What could go wrong?

Andrews has a knack for creating a puzzle that is both intriguing and satisfying to solve. And let’s not forget about the feral emus! They add an extra layer of chaos and entertainment to the story, making it even more enjoyable.

Delightful as always, I am interested in seeing how everything comes together to solve the murder in the end.

“That’s perfect,” Stanley said. “This won’t take long. And I really don’t need for you to do anything. I just need to borrow your face.”

Donna Andrews, The Good, the Bad, and the Emus

Summary

Life will never be the same for Meg Langslow after family secrets are revealed, introducing a whole new layer of intrigue in Donna Andrews’s beloved series.

Meg’s long-lost paternal grandfather, Dr. Blake, has hired Stanley Denton to find her grandmother Cordelia. Dr. Blake was reunited with his family when he saw Meg’s picture—she’s a dead ringer for Cordelia—and now Stanley has found a trail to his long-lost love in a small town less than an hour’s drive away. He convinces Meg to come with him to meet her, but unfortunately, the woman they meet is Cordelia’s cousin—Cordelia died several years ago, and the cousin suspects she was murdered by her long-time neighbor.

Stanley and Meg agree to help track down the killer and get justice for Cordelia. Grandfather even has perfect cover–he will come to stage a rescue of the feral emus and ostriches (escaped from an abandoned farm) that infest this town. He dashes off to organize the rescue—which will, of course, involve most of Meg’s family and friends in Caerphilly.

But then, the evil neighbor is murdered, and not only Cordelia’s cousin but also the entire contingent of emu-rescuers, who have had conflict with the neighbor, are suspects. Only Meg and the cousin—who seems to share a lot of telling traits with Meg—can find the real killer and clear the air in The Good, the Bad, and the Emus, the newest beverage-spittingly funny installment in this uproarious series from the one-and-only Donna Andrews.

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Breaking it Down in my Shopify Store

I thought that this outline of how I made my changes in the Shopify store would work better in a blog post than just a Facebook post, especially where screenshots are needed. I am just going to jump right in.

Goal

To convert all of my format variants to stand alone products.

Why

When I set up my Shopify store, it seemed like the logical thing to do. Create a new product for each book title. Each book came in separate variants so they should be variants. They would all show up on the same page and the customer could pick the format they wanted.

As an aside, my pictures were a mess. I uploaded a picture or two of the book for each product, taking no care to match the format of the book in the picture with the format of each variant (and only assigned pictures to the main product, not to each variant.) My pictures were all produced at different times and were in a variety of sizes, which didn’t look good in a product grid, because they would end up cut up or cropped and didn’t have a consistent look.

Why is it bad to use variants for different formats? There are several reasons:

Different formats are taxed different ways in different jurisdictions;You can’t assign a coupon to “all ebooks.” You can create a coupon for a collection where the product contains an ebook, but the coupon will apply to any format of that product. If you make it for 100% (“use this coupon to get a free ebook”) then the user could still use it to get a free paperback, and you’ve lost money.You can’t set up menu items to browse by variants. So someone cannot browse all of your ebooks, or all of your audiobooks available.You can’t set up your templates by variant. A template can only apply to a product, not a variant. So if you want text samples on ebooks and print books and audio samples on audiobooks, each product needs to be assigned accordingly. If you want “quantity” to show up on your print books but not on your ebooks, they need separate templates. If you want different shipping or return policies to show up depending on whether it is a physical or digital good, then they need separate products with separate templates.

You can filter by variant in your store. So if you are browsing a series, you can still filter the series by format if you keep the “format” variant attached to each product during this process.

General Process

This was a big job. I have over 100 books published and had almost 200 products in my store when omnibuses/bundles and other products were included. I knew it was going to take days to get done.

My plan was to use “duplicate” to copy each product two or three times, depending on the number of variants. I originally planned to keep the original product as an ebook, with duplicates for the paperback and the audiobook or accessibility pack. (What is an accessibility pack? A bundle that includes the ebook, a pdf in open dyslexia font, and a computer text-to-speech audiobook.) That way, I knew that my ebook “buy button” checkout link would remain the same, as would the URL of the product page, which I used in the Bookfunnel sales actions.

But I found that if I did this, I would need to reupload the files for the Lulu Direct plugin for my paperbacks. This would take a long time. Especially since the Lulu Direct plugin broke two days before I started and there was a workaround to be able to connect books. Uploading books takes a long tim, especially if you have nearly 200 of them.

So I decided that I would keep the original product as the paperback and make the duplicates ebooks, audiobooks, and accessibility packs. The duplicate made for the ebook would still have the ebook SKU attached to it, which Bookfunnel needed to complete the sales action. Bookfunnel did not need the URL for each product to stay the same, this field is optional for Shopify delivery.

For each book, I would need to:

Duplicate the original product as many times as neededDelete the variants not needed for that format typeUpdate the picture to the appropriate formatUpdate the product category to the appropriate formatUpdate the template to the appropriate formatUpdate the Related Products Metafield to the appropriate format.Update the Other Formats Metafield to include all formats of that title.Update the landing page on my WordPress website with a checkout link for each of the format buttons for that title.I found a number of titles that were missing the Read Sample Metafield.Related Products Metafield

This is the field shown under “You may also like” at the bottom of your product. You can select up to four products, or let Shopify automatically choose the ones it recommends based on buying habits.

You can enter your own manual choices by following these instructions.

If someone is viewing the His Hands are Quiet ebook, which is the second book in the Zachary Goldman Mysteries series, then they might also be interested in the She Wore Mourning ebook, which is the first in the series. I do not want it to show them the She Wore Mourning paperback.

Other Formats Metafield

Ah, yes, the Other Formats Metafield. Which, as it turns out, I should have named the All Formats Metafield, but I don’t intend to change it now.

This is the metafield that I use to tie my products together rather than variants. I followed the instructions on this blog to set up an Other Formats metafield. I adjusted the liquid code to this:

{%- if product.metafields.custom.other_formats.value -%} Available Formats {%- for alt_product in product.metafields.custom.other_formats.value -%} {%- if alt_product.available -%} [image error] {%- endif -%} {%- endfor -%}{%- endif -%}

That gives me a block showing my formats for each product in a block at the bottom of my product description like this. Note that the words below the format are part of the graphic, they are not included in the code above.

Read Sample Metafield

I have a text sample for each of my books set up as a multi-line metafield. You can follow these instructions and to add a read sample rather than care instructions.

Before Beginning

I had a few things to do before beginning. One of them was to set up the Other Formats Metafield above. The other was that I needed consistent graphics for all of my products showing the formats and the covers in a size and shape that would not be cropped/cut off in grids.

My first thought was that I would select four mockups from Mockupshots. I would need to change the cover, find, and download two to three mockups for each of the nearly 200 products in my store. Then make them into perfectly-sized squares and add them to each of the products. I love Mockupshots, but this sounded like an enormous time suck that would take days.

But I remembered that Canva had a bulk image merge tool (it is called Bulk Create). So I created a four-page square cover mockup in Canva (using frames, not mockups). I uploaded all of my ebook covers to a folder in Canva (searching my drive for “generic” jpgs which is how Vellum names ebook covers when it produces them for upload. I then used the “Enter data manually” mode in the Bulk Create tool to add each cover into the data sources file. Note that Canva does not save this information from one session to the next, so you need to keep it open until you have completed your merge.

I connected the manually added covers to the frames of the four mockups, and proceeded with the Bulk Create. Roughly 750 images were generated in seconds (in four files.) Even with the couple of hours it had taken me to create the graphic template and learn how to run the Bulk Create tool, I saved hours, possibly days of time.

I downloaded the zip files for each, unzipped them, and combined them in one folder. I had added the covers in roughly alphabetical order, so the files, even though they were named numerically and not with the title of the book, were fairly easy to navigate. It turned out I had missed a few covers, but they were easy to bulk create one or a few at a time as I realized they were missing.

After the Duplication

Running through the nine steps above for each product took me four days. I knew that I had probably missed a step on the occasional one. And I ended up with six disconnected Lulu paperbacks. The Lulu Direct tool was still having difficulties, but customer support helped me through getting them reconnected. (Lulu Direct is now back up and running.)

Inconsistencies

I used the Shopify Bulk edit tool to go through every field it would list to look for errors/inconsistencies and to correct them. A lot of the Related Products fields had to be added at this point, because I could not connect the right product until they were all created. A lot of my first in series books start with letters close to the end of the alphabet (S, T, U, W) and I was working through the list in alphabetical order, so their new products were not created until the end. Some of them would not pop up in the product picker even if I typed the right name, but I found that putting the ISBN or SKU in the search box would bring them up.

I used CSV export to export all of my products and examine them in Excel. This allowed me to ensure that all of the variants had consistent names (remember, I deleted the extra variants, but still left the variant field there. So an ebook would have the Format variant with only one option in it (ebook) and an audiobook would have the Format with only one option in it (audiobook). This would allow me to filter by Format on the collection pages in my store. Editing them in the CSV file and then uploading them back into Shopify allowed me to quickly eliminate any inconsistencies. Note that it will filter ebook and eBook as different Formats (case sensitive) even if it looks identical in the filter (EBOOK).

Storefront

I amended my menu structure so that shoppers could browse by series, genre, or format, and made sure that the filters worked.

I found that I needed to manually sort the collections for my series so that they showed up in the order I wanted shoppers to see them in (special collections first, then book 1, then book 2, and so on) rather than in a seemingly random order like creation date or in order of popularity.

I had to figure out how to align my “All formats” block with the rest of my content, and that took a bit of work (resulting in the code mentioned above. The solution was to add the division.)Bookfunnel

Because I knew that all of the URLs had changed for the books, I also went through all of my Shopify sales actions in Bookfunnel to delete the URLs in the actions. I knew that they were optional and not used by Bookfunnel, and eliminating the incorrect URLs was much easier than finding the correct URL and replacing it for hundreds of actions. Deleting them only took half an hour.

Templates

I had created (copied) Shopify product templates for each of my four formats before starting, so that I could assign each product to the correct template. After the product separation was complete, I went through and amended the templates to take out quantities for ebooks and audiobooks, update the shipping and return information for each format, add a pop-up explaining what an accessibility pack is, etc.

Other things to fix

I also needed to replace the products in some collections I had previously set up, in Shopify or Klavio workflows, etc. And I updated coupons that I only wanted to apply to a certain format.

What’s next?

I still want to add audio samples instead of text samples to my audiobooks and accessibility packs.

I think I will also change the format of ebook collections from “ebook” to “collection” in the product title and variant description so that I can separate out single-title ebooks from ebook collections. That would be helpful in a few circumstances, such as “download one free ebook” coupons.

Other than that, only minor tweaks here and there should be needed!

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Unlock The Secrets Of Sleepwalker’s Sanctuary

It’s here! I am thrilled to announce the release of Sleepwalker’s Sanctuary, the next thrilling installment (#19) in the Reg Rawlins series. I had so much fun with some of the scenes in this paranormal mystery, and I cannot wait for you to dive back into the world of Reg Rawlins. This book holds a special surprise—be sure not to spoil it for other readers in your reviewe!

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From USA Today Bestselling Author, P.D. Workman!

A Sleepwalking Psychic Sleuth

In the small town of Black Sands, strange things are happening. People are being attacked or disappearing, leaving the community in a state of fear and the police department confused. But when Reg starts investigating, she worries that she may be the one responsible for the chaos—or at least, some of it.

With the help of Detective Marta Jessup, friends, and magical familiars, Reg must confront her innermost fears and explore the depths of her abilities to uncover the truth behind the mysterious attacks and expose the culprits before it is too late.

Will she be able to control her powers and save the town from the dark force that threatens to destroy it?

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Praise for Sleepwalker’s Sanctuary

What a fun adventure filled with amazing characters that I have come to enjoy spending time with. I don’t know how this author keeps coming up with one spellbinding story after another but you won’t be disappointed with this series. Grab a copy, put your feet up and enjoy!

I love this series. Reg and her magical and mystical friends are always entertaining. Throw in the dragon named Ember and it is a win-win. Another great addition to this fun series.

Like paranormal mysteries? Psychics, witches, fairies, and more! Award-winning and USA Today Bestselling Author P.D. Workman waves her wand to transport readers to the myth- and magic-filled small town of Black Sands for another paranormal cozy mystery to be solved by Reg Rawlins and her friends.

A self-professed con artist practicing as a contact to the dead, a drop-dead gorgeous warlock, and a psychic cat—what could go wrong?

Fall under Reg’s spell today.

P.D. Workman is an incredibly versatile writer. No matter which of her books I read I am drawn into a great story and honestly, I don’t think I’ve followed another author that could go from cozy mystery to YA to a PI series dealing with mental health issues. Really enjoy her books!

Catch Up on the Series

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The Immortal’s Key

by P.D. Workman


Series: Reg Rawlins Psychic Investigator #5
Genres: Cozy Mystery

eBook Price: $ 5.99 USD
Paperback Price: $ 12.95 USD


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As she stood next to the coffee pot, waiting for it to finish dripping, she heard crying. A man’s voice, sobbing, “Oh, no, no, no…”

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Previously published as The Telepathy of Gardens

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.

But the warlocks in her life are making things increasingly complicated, they have nine kittens to find homes for, and gardening turns out not to be such a relaxing diversion after all.

Will Reg’s discovery of a mysterious key lead her to incalculable wealth or untold danger?

Like paranormal mysteries? Psychics, witches, fairies, and more! Award-winning and USA Today Bestselling Author P.D. Workman waves her wand to transport readers to the myth- and magic-filled small town of Black Sands for another paranormal cozy mystery to be solved by Reg Rawlins and her friends.

A self-professed con artist practicing as a contact to the dead, a drop-dead gorgeous warlock, and a psychic cat—what could go wrong?

Fall under Reg’s spell today.

—Another great work of art by Ms. Workman. I am amazed at the diversity of her writing and how much I really enjoy them all. She can write cozy mystery, YA books that should be read by all, medical thrillers, Zach Goldman series and now a paranormal series. I am so glad to have found this author. I am honored that I get to read them early also.

—This book has all my favourite things: heart, great writing, nearly-flawless editing, something unusual in the air, and a cat. I needed a light read, and this fit the bill perfectly. Recommended.

—This book actually surprised me. I knew that a psychic cat would be entertaining. I just didn’t expect it to be this good. You really do get wrapped up in the people and story. It sounds like a fairly gentle story, but there is a lot of suspense involved. Add a bunch of humor to the mix and you are in for a treat. I love the characters. Wish I had some friends like them. And the cat is so very well done. Acts like a typical cat, but a lot smarter than his human. This is a story that you don’t want to put down.

—Extremely well written as are all of P.D. Workman’s books, the characters well developed. I’m a character reader, I get into the characters. Who and what they are. Why they do the things they do. The things that make a reader get invested into the characters and thereby the book. I look forward to P.D. Workman’s next book.

—P D Workman has done it again; created a cast of characters and a storyline that are captivating and enthralling. Once I started this cozy I didn’t want to put it down (which can be a bad thing when you have a family to take care of…lol). I can’t wait for the other books in this series. I think Reg is going to turn out to be one of my favorite new characters. Pick up your copy as soon as possible.

Author Notes may contain spoilers!

Researching new magical or mythical creatures for the Reg Rawlings series is a lot of fun. I enjoy reading all of the different versions of the myths, and then putting my own twist on them for the series. 

I have written about non-speaking individuals in other books, and have always liked to dig down deeper into communication through methods other than speech, into body language, facial expression, gesture, and behavior. Writing Forst and Fir allowed me to delve again into the way that non-speaking people are viewed in our predominantly-speaking society, and to explore the methods that others in the story communicate other than just through speech.

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“Every single one of [P.D. Workman’s] books has spoken to me … And I have found strength in the books I’ve read.”

“This is one author I certainly will be looking out for, I can’t recommend her enough.”

“I’ll read anything by P. D. Workman that I can get my hands on.”

“Every book by PD Workman that I’ve read has been a gripping one, however different the genres are, going from lighter mysteries to really dark ones… this is one of my favourite, most dependable authors.”

“P.D. Workman is an incredibly versatile writer. No matter which of her books I read I am drawn into a great story and honestly, I don’t think I’ve followed another author that could go from cozy mystery to YA to a PI series dealing with mental health issues. Really enjoy her books!”

“[P.D. Workman’s] stories are so believable and you can’t help but feel like you know these people. You find yourself crying, laughing and feeling the characters emotions. Now if an author can make you cry and feel every emotion in a story, she is one hell of an author.”

“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.”

“Once again P.D.Workman has created an intense psychological mystery that impacts a wallop of thought induction. The writing is so well developed and draws you into the characters story.”

Launch day reading:

Goodreads reviews for Telepathy of Gardens

Reviews from Goodreads.comAbout P.D. Workman

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.

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Edge-of-Your-Seat Suspense: Cross My Heart and Hope to Die

Last week I celebrated highlights from 2023 and told you about my exciting releases in 2024. Take a look to see what is coming down the pipe

Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme. Read the rules and more teasers at The Purple Booker. Anyone can play along.

I begin this Teaser Tuesday with a warning. Do not start on Cross My Heart by James Patterson if you don’t have Hope to Die queued up to go. Trust me, you’ll want to have it ready and waiting. This is a two-parter, and you will not be happy with where Cross My Heart leaves you hanging.

Both books together make it an epic thriller in the Alex Cross series. Prepare to be captivated from the very first page as Patterson skillfully weaves a web of suspense that will leave you on the edge of your seat to the very end. Plenty of colorful characters, suspenseful moments, and tragic reverses!

These two books create an unbeatable two-punch combination, delivering an unforgettable reading experience. Patterson’s word weaving will have you emotionally invested in the fate of Alex Cross’s family and his enthralling quest. Prepare yourself for a rollercoaster ride of emotions.

He also believed Cross’s family deserved the wickedness to come.

James Patterson, Cross My Heart

Summary

The stakes are higher than ever for Alex Cross as he faces his most personal enemy yet: a criminal who threatens his family.

Detective Alex Cross is a family man at heart: nothing matters more to him than his children, his grandmother, and his wife Bree. His love of his family is his anchor, and gives him the strength to confront evil in his work. One man knows this deeply, and uses Alex’s strength as a weapon against him in the most unsettling and unexpected novel of James Patterson’s career.

When the ones Cross loves are in danger, he will do anything to protect them. But if he does anything to protect them, they will die.

Cross My Heart is the most powerful Alex Cross novel ever, propelled by the ever-ingenious mind of James Patterson, the world’s #1 bestselling writer.

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Reg Rawlins Psychic Investigator 1-18

by P.D. Workman


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Series: Reg Rawlins Psychic Investigator
Genres: Cozy Mystery

eBook Price: $ 73.50 USD


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Reg Rawlins, Psychic Investigator 1-18

P D Workman has done it again; created a cast of characters and a storyline that are captivating and enthralling. Once I started this cozy I didn’t want to put it down (which can be a bad thing when you have a family to take care of…lol). I can’t wait for the other books in this series. I think Reg is going to turn out to be one of my favorite new characters.

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Uncover the Enchanting Mysteries of Reg Rawlins, Psychic Investigator, a Paranormal Cozy Mystery Series! Available Now as a Single Epub or 18 Separate Files!

Step into the captivating world of Black Sands, where mythical creatures roam and secrets lurk in every corner. Join Reg Rawlins, a self-professed con artist turned fortune teller, as she unravels the spellbinding mysteries of this magic-filled town. With psychics, witches, fairies, and more, get ready for a suspenseful adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat!

Award-winning and USA Today Bestselling Author P.D. Workman invites you to immerse yourself in this captivating paranormal cozy mystery series. With a touch of enchantment, a dash of supernatural suspense, and captivating twists, these books are sure to leave you spellbound!

This incredible set includes:

– What the Cat Knew
– A Psychic with Catitude
– A Catastrophic Theft
– Night of Nine Tails
– The Immortal’s Key
– Yule’s Sinister Spell
– Fairy Blade Unmade
– Web of Nightmares
– A Whisker’s Breadth
– Skunk Man Swamp
– Magic Ain’t a Game
– Without Foresight
– Careful of Thy Wishes
– Time to Your Elf
– Undiscovered Tomb
– Missing Powers
– Thrice Spared
– Cloaked Campaign

It sounds like a fairly gentle story, but there is a lot of suspense involved. Add a bunch of humor to the mix and you are in for a treat … This is a story that you don’t want to put down.

This book has all my favourite things: heart, great writing, nearly-flawless editing, something unusual in the air, and a cat.

Immerse yourself in a world where magical creatures roam, and mysteries abound. Don’t miss out on the adventure of a lifetime!

Get your hands on these captivating books today and let the magic unfold!

FALL UNDER REG’S SPELL TODAY.

—Another great work of art by Ms. Workman. I am amazed at the diversity of her writing and how much I really enjoy them all. She can write cozy mystery, YA books that should be read by all, medical thrillers, Zach Goldman series and now a paranormal series. I am so glad to have found this author. I am honored that I get to read them early also.

—This book has all my favourite things: heart, great writing, nearly-flawless editing, something unusual in the air, and a cat. I needed a light read, and this fit the bill perfectly. Recommended.

—This book actually surprised me. I knew that a psychic cat would be entertaining. I just didn’t expect it to be this good. You really do get wrapped up in the people and story. It sounds like a fairly gentle story, but there is a lot of suspense involved. Add a bunch of humor to the mix and you are in for a treat. I love the characters. Wish I had some friends like them. And the cat is so very well done. Acts like a typical cat, but a lot smarter than his human. This is a story that you don’t want to put down.

—Extremely well written as are all of P.D. Workman’s books, the characters well developed. I’m a character reader, I get into the characters. Who and what they are. Why they do the things they do. The things that make a reader get invested into the characters and thereby the book. I look forward to P.D. Workman’s next book.

—P D Workman has done it again; created a cast of characters and a storyline that are captivating and enthralling. Once I started this cozy I didn’t want to put it down (which can be a bad thing when you have a family to take care of…lol). I can’t wait for the other books in this series. I think Reg is going to turn out to be one of my favorite new characters. Pick up your copy as soon as possible.

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“Every single one of [P.D. Workman’s] books has spoken to me … And I have found strength in the books I’ve read.”

“This is one author I certainly will be looking out for, I can’t recommend her enough.”

“I’ll read anything by P. D. Workman that I can get my hands on.”

“Every book by PD Workman that I’ve read has been a gripping one, however different the genres are, going from lighter mysteries to really dark ones… this is one of my favourite, most dependable authors.”

“P.D. Workman is an incredibly versatile writer. No matter which of her books I read I am drawn into a great story and honestly, I don’t think I’ve followed another author that could go from cozy mystery to YA to a PI series dealing with mental health issues. Really enjoy her books!”

“[P.D. Workman’s] stories are so believable and you can’t help but feel like you know these people. You find yourself crying, laughing and feeling the characters emotions. Now if an author can make you cry and feel every emotion in a story, she is one hell of an author.”

“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.”

“Once again P.D.Workman has created an intense psychological mystery that impacts a wallop of thought induction. The writing is so well developed and draws you into the characters story.”

About P.D. Workman

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.

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