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Jodie Morgan — Author & Crochet + Knitting Blogger
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★★★★★
"Enjoyable read, interesting characters. Kept me guessing until the end."
— Deb S., cozy mystery, historical, contemporary, non-fiction reader, Wisconsinite.
★★★★★
"Wraps around you like a warm blanket on a rainy day. Jodie's writing is sharp yet comforting, with the right amount of humor and heart. I laughed, I guessed (wrong), and I didn't want it to end. If you love cozy mysteries with food, fun, and murder—this is one book you need."
— Paul Lawrence, cozy mystery, thriller, fantasy reader, trekkie, New Yorker.
★★★★★
"I live in New England and Morgan's wonderfully atmospheric descriptions of a small town in Vermont feel authentic and its characters believable. The scene-setting made it easy to imagine yourself in the locations. It was an enjoyable treat for the senses with an atmosphere built through flavors, fragrances, and even soft textures. The mystery is fun as clues are uncovered by the amateur sleuths. Highly recommended for fans of Richard Osman's Thursday Murder Club books and other cozy mysteries."
— S. Bavey, author of memoir, family history, biographies, book reviewer, blogger, mother of two, English, Bay Stater.
★★★★★
"A treat for my mystery-loving heart and my cheese-loving brain. Laura Evans made for an intriguing amateur sleuth…a newcomer with heart, grit, and a growing sense of belonging in her quirky town. It hits all the right notes: food, friendship, and enough danger to make you keep the lights on."
— Devi, cozy mystery, fantasy, thriller, paranormal reader, book blogger, short story writer.
★★★★★
"Laura was a great protagonist and I can relate to wanting to start over. The secondary cast really added to the story, with plenty of characters to keep you laughing and intrigued. The author nailed what it was like to live in a small town. Plenty of suspects and red herrings, so I did not solve the mystery before it was revealed. It welcomed me to Silver Springs, and I am excited to see where people take me next!"
— Ashley Gillan, cozy mystery, historical romance, history, YA reader, journalist, dog lover, photographer, book blogger, reviewer, Pennsylvanian.
★★★★★
"I was able to play armchair detective. Everything feels real and believable. And the characters are the kind you pass while walking down the street. The research that went into this – I'm convinced after reading this book I could make cheese."
— Sarah Wittle, childrens/young adult book blogger, reviewer, primary school librarian, mystery and thriller reader.
★★★★★
"Murder mystery, small town setting and Cheese – three of my favourite things in one book! I loved the found family vibes Laura has with Evelyn, they were partners in crime. I got an education in all things cheese! I loved the descriptive settings for the various scenes. I felt instantly at home in Silver Springs. A shoe-in for all cosy mystery lovers!"
— Nikki Brook, book blogger, reviewer, book publicist, Glaswegian, chronic pain warrior, history, mythology, romance, thriller, suspense, mystery, and scifi reader.
★★★★★
"A likeable protagonist who is learning about the town along with the reader also helps the reader relate well to the story. If you like cozy mysteries, this should definitely do the trick."
— BigAl, founder of BigAl's Books & Pals and The IndieView, former contributor to Indies Unlimited, blogger, book reviewer, non-fiction author, and grandfather of four.
★★★★★
"A vivid sense of place that feels idyllic and lived-in. The relationships in Silver Springs are one of the book's biggest strengths: all distinct personalities contribute to a believable network of loyalties, secrets, and long-held grudges. The balance between comfort and crime is finely handled. A lovingly drawn community, a clever but comforting puzzle...will make readers crave cheese plates and cozy evenings."
— Swapna Peri, blogger, book reviewer, narrator, copy editor, Storizen contributor, English, Hindi, Telugu speaker, Indian, Hyderabadi.
★★★★★
"A cheese-festival mystery? Fresh, fun, and unlike anything I've read. The food descriptions were so vivid, so mouth-watering, they made me hungry. Silver Springs delivers a warm, inviting cozy mystery with a charming setting. A mystery that kept me guessing. If you love small-town cozies, food-centered mysteries, and stories filled with community spirit, this is worth picking up."
— Isabell, blogger, book reviewer, thirty-something, postcrosser, rock music fan, traveler, baker, motorsports fan, cinephile, bilingual, German.
★★★★★
"Laura makes unexpected friendships and is part of a group where her quirks are accepted and encouraged. The plot and characters are fleshed out, and the ending was nicely tied up. Vermont cheddar and justice are served delightfully."
— Lori Van Buren, contributor to Novels Alive, former contributor to Romancing The Book, book reviewer, direct support professional, New York Stater.
★★★★★
"The story has a quick pace, the characters are well developed. I found the crew at the café to be quirky and would love to sit in on a staff meeting. If you enjoy cozy mysteries, you would like this book."
— Dawn Thomas, blogger, book reviewer, former magazine editor, certified soapmaker, volunteer, lover of the outdoors, Floridian.
★★★★★
"A culinary feast for the imagination, from the menus to the varieties of cheese available. This mystery is well written, and I did not suspect the killer until the name was revealed. I can't wait to see what else the author has in store for Laura and the gang."
— Leslie, book lover, reviewer, reader of cozies, romance, chick lit, and mystery/thriller.
★★★★★
"Left me feeling warm and fuzzy. This story encompasses themes of belonging, friendship, kindness, loyalty, and new beginnings. There was never a dull moment. Never before have I been so delighted to sit through cheese tastings and demonstrations. The food descriptions were among my favorites from any books, and left me hungry."
— Marwah, book blogger and reviewer, psychology graduate, fantasy, mystery, romance, historical fiction, and sci-fi reader, baker, writer, Dubai-based.
★★★★★
"A well-written cosy mystery, which follows all the rules of such mysteries and is a comfortable read. I didn't guess who the murderer was…relying instead on the author to reveal who did what and why in their own good time, leaving none of those pesky loose ends. If you enjoy whodunnits…I recommend it."
— Georgia Rose, romantic suspense and thriller writer, publishing mentor, Alliance Of Independent Authors member, worked with horses, lives in Cambridgeshire.
★★★★★
"An easy read with a likable protagonist surrounded by mouth-watering food descriptions. Laura's…desire to do well by those who have helped her out is admirable and endearing. The ending wraps everything up nicely with a…fun reveal. Includes recipes that complement the tale. I found this to be a nice touch."
— Heather L. Barksdale, indie author, book reviewer, blogger, historical fiction and mystery reader, Floridian, world traveler.
★★★★★
"Laura is a likeable protagonist and the mystery is not as predictable as Hallmark movies often are. A who-done-it about small-town life and artisanal cheese, but also about starting over and found family. A fun and easy read."
— Carol G., audiobook enjoyer, library patron, reader of non-fiction, contemporary, literary, mystery, and romance, arts & crafts enthusiast, puzzler, grandmother, Canadian.
★★★★★
"Enjoyable read, interesting characters. Kept me guessing until the end."
— Deb S., cozy mystery, historical, contemporary, non-fiction reader, Wisconsinite.
★★★★★
"Wraps around you like a warm blanket on a rainy day. Jodie's writing is sharp yet comforting, with the right amount of humor and heart. I laughed, I guessed (wrong), and I didn't want it to end. If you love cozy mysteries with food, fun, and murder—this is one book you need."
— Paul Lawrence, cozy mystery, thriller, fantasy reader, trekkie, New Yorker.
★★★★★
"I live in New England and Morgan's wonderfully atmospheric descriptions of a small town in Vermont feel authentic and its characters believable. The scene-setting made it easy to imagine yourself in the locations. It was an enjoyable treat for the senses with an atmosphere built through flavors, fragrances, and even soft textures. The mystery is fun as clues are uncovered by the amateur sleuths. Highly recommended for fans of Richard Osman's Thursday Murder Club books and other cozy mysteries."
— S. Bavey, author of memoir, family history, biographies, book reviewer, blogger, mother of two, English, Bay Stater.
★★★★★
"A treat for my mystery-loving heart and my cheese-loving brain. Laura Evans made for an intriguing amateur sleuth…a newcomer with heart, grit, and a growing sense of belonging in her quirky town. It hits all the right notes: food, friendship, and enough danger to make you keep the lights on."
— Devi, cozy mystery, fantasy, thriller, paranormal reader, book blogger, short story writer.
★★★★★
"Laura was a great protagonist and I can relate to wanting to start over. The secondary cast really added to the story, with plenty of characters to keep you laughing and intrigued. The author nailed what it was like to live in a small town. Plenty of suspects and red herrings, so I did not solve the mystery before it was revealed. It welcomed me to Silver Springs, and I am excited to see where people take me next!"
— Ashley Gillan, cozy mystery, historical romance, history, YA reader, journalist, dog lover, photographer, book blogger, reviewer, Pennsylvanian.
★★★★★
"I was able to play armchair detective. Everything feels real and believable. And the characters are the kind you pass while walking down the street. The research that went into this – I'm convinced after reading this book I could make cheese."
— Sarah Wittle, childrens/young adult book blogger, reviewer, primary school librarian, mystery and thriller reader.
★★★★★
"Murder mystery, small town setting and Cheese – three of my favourite things in one book! I loved the found family vibes Laura has with Evelyn, they were partners in crime. I got an education in all things cheese! I loved the descriptive settings for the various scenes. I felt instantly at home in Silver Springs. A shoe-in for all cosy mystery lovers!"
— Nikki Brook, book blogger, reviewer, book publicist, Glaswegian, chronic pain warrior, history, mythology, romance, thriller, suspense, mystery, and scifi reader.
★★★★★
"A likeable protagonist who is learning about the town along with the reader also helps the reader relate well to the story. If you like cozy mysteries, this should definitely do the trick."
— BigAl, founder of BigAl's Books & Pals and The IndieView, former contributor to Indies Unlimited, blogger, book reviewer, non-fiction author, and grandfather of four.
★★★★★
"A vivid sense of place that feels idyllic and lived-in. The relationships in Silver Springs are one of the book's biggest strengths: all distinct personalities contribute to a believable network of loyalties, secrets, and long-held grudges. The balance between comfort and crime is finely handled. A lovingly drawn community, a clever but comforting puzzle...will make readers crave cheese plates and cozy evenings."
— Swapna Peri, blogger, book reviewer, narrator, copy editor, Storizen contributor, English, Hindi, Telugu speaker, Indian, Hyderabadi.
★★★★★
"A cheese-festival mystery? Fresh, fun, and unlike anything I've read. The food descriptions were so vivid, so mouth-watering, they made me hungry. Silver Springs delivers a warm, inviting cozy mystery with a charming setting. A mystery that kept me guessing. If you love small-town cozies, food-centered mysteries, and stories filled with community spirit, this is worth picking up."
— Isabell, blogger, book reviewer, thirty-something, postcrosser, rock music fan, traveler, baker, motorsports fan, cinephile, bilingual, German.
★★★★★
"Laura makes unexpected friendships and is part of a group where her quirks are accepted and encouraged. The plot and characters are fleshed out, and the ending was nicely tied up. Vermont cheddar and justice are served delightfully."
— Lori Van Buren, contributor to Novels Alive, former contributor to Romancing The Book, book reviewer, direct support professional, New York Stater.
★★★★★
"The story has a quick pace, the characters are well developed. I found the crew at the café to be quirky and would love to sit in on a staff meeting. If you enjoy cozy mysteries, you would like this book."
— Dawn Thomas, blogger, book reviewer, former magazine editor, certified soapmaker, volunteer, lover of the outdoors, Floridian.
★★★★★
"A culinary feast for the imagination, from the menus to the varieties of cheese available. This mystery is well written, and I did not suspect the killer until the name was revealed. I can't wait to see what else the author has in store for Laura and the gang."
— Leslie, book lover, reviewer, reader of cozies, romance, chick lit, and mystery/thriller.
★★★★★
"Left me feeling warm and fuzzy. This story encompasses themes of belonging, friendship, kindness, loyalty, and new beginnings. There was never a dull moment. Never before have I been so delighted to sit through cheese tastings and demonstrations. The food descriptions were among my favorites from any books, and left me hungry."
— Marwah, book blogger and reviewer, psychology graduate, fantasy, mystery, romance, historical fiction, and sci-fi reader, baker, writer, Dubai-based.
★★★★★
"A well-written cosy mystery, which follows all the rules of such mysteries and is a comfortable read. I didn't guess who the murderer was…relying instead on the author to reveal who did what and why in their own good time, leaving none of those pesky loose ends. If you enjoy whodunnits…I recommend it."
— Georgia Rose, romantic suspense and thriller writer, publishing mentor, Alliance Of Independent Authors member, worked with horses, lives in Cambridgeshire.
★★★★★
"An easy read with a likable protagonist surrounded by mouth-watering food descriptions. Laura's…desire to do well by those who have helped her out is admirable and endearing. The ending wraps everything up nicely with a…fun reveal. Includes recipes that complement the tale. I found this to be a nice touch."
— Heather L. Barksdale, indie author, book reviewer, blogger, historical fiction and mystery reader, Floridian, world traveler.
★★★★★
"Laura is a likeable protagonist and the mystery is not as predictable as Hallmark movies often are. A who-done-it about small-town life and artisanal cheese, but also about starting over and found family. A fun and easy read."
— Carol G., audiobook enjoyer, library patron, reader of non-fiction, contemporary, literary, mystery, and romance, arts & crafts enthusiast, puzzler, grandmother, Canadian.
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Laura Evans is just an ordinary café manager.
Trying to adjust to her new life, serve customers, make friends, do the best she can at work...
And...solve a murder?
Murder At The Summer Cheese Festival is the first in an enthralling cozy mystery series.
You can get started reading right away!
Set in a picturesque, charming New England small town.
No explicit content, graphic violence, or profanity.
Low angst: feel-good stories with the right kind of drama.
Delicious food, made and shared in delightful company.
Full of crafting, cozy moments, and comforting rituals.
Characters you’ll love, living realistic and authentic lives.
I wanted to create the kind of book I’d want to read: one where a character finds home not because everything’s perfect, but because the people around her really see her.
I studied hospitality at university, and lived in a small town for twenty years. So I
wanted to use my experience to create a place that’s a living, breathing community.
Where good food, crafts, looking after one-another, and doing the right thing matter.
Where belonging is earned through showing up, being present, and letting people in.
I write mysteries because I’ve loved them since I was twelve. I write about small towns because I lived in one for twenty years and understand what community actually feels like.
I write about food because I’ve worked in hospitality spaces since I was fourteen and three-quarters. I know that world, and I refuse to reduce it to set dressing.
I write craft into my stories because I live it: crochet, knitting, baking, drawing, and cooking. I’ve been crocheting for seventeen years and knitting for forty! When these things appear in my work, they’re not filler. They’re how people process the world and how they connect.
Look! Below is a cake I made! (This is the deliciousness you can expect in my books...)
Jodie Morgan — Author & Knitting + Crochet Blogger
I learned to knit and crochet when I was young, taught by my maternal grandmother and mother. I've been running a knitting blog and crochet blog for nearly 10 years, crafting is my passion. You won’t find the characters in my story knitting with one needle!
Having been an avid home cook from a young age and then later taught cooking for many years, to say I love cooking is an understatement! I adore it! When I write about food, I ensure my readers can imagine the heavenly scents and delicious tastes.
I grew up with two beautiful Burmese cats. Minna, a chocolate Burmese had the most adorable little face. Sherka, Minna’s sister had a gleaming blue gray coat and both were beloved by our family. Minna and Sherka’s personalities and antics helped bring Monty and Oscar, the two Burmese brothers in my series, to life.
I research everything. Twice! I develop characters as real people because I’ve worked alongside enough of them to know what authenticity looks like. And I write about people in service roles as the capable, complex humans they are...because I’ve been them.
“I liked how the author knew what she was talking about in the different craft projects, not like someone saying she was knitting with one crochet hook!”
“The author really nailed what it was like to live in a small town, I having grown up in one just like Silver Springs.”
“The cheese facts alone could make anyone a connoisseur.”
“Everything feels real and believable. And the characters are the kind you pass while walking down the street, also real and believable.”
“The research that went into this book was unbelievable – I’m convinced that after reading this book I could make cheese.”
“I live in New England near Boston, and Morgan’s atmospheric descriptions of a small town in Vermont feel authentic, and its characters believable.”
“A lot of research into the subject of cheese-making clearly went into this story.”
Jodie Morgan — Author & Crochet + Knitting Blogger
I’m an author, crochet and knitting blogger, and lifelong lover of mysteries. I’ve been reading them since age twelve and discovered Agatha Christie in my teenage years. How I love Poirot and Miss Marple! I’ve read all those books at least twice.
But before I was writing stories, I was living them.
I worked in hospitality since I was fourteen and three-quarters, which taught me something essential: people reveal themselves over shared meals.
That’s what drew me to writing and reading cozy mysteries! They’re stories where food and community aren’t just backdrop. They’re everything.
When I’m not writing, or spending time with my husband and two kids, I’m making and crafting. I crochet, knit, draw, and cook and bake from scratch. Living a creative life is important to me, and that reflects in my writing.
As do the small, personal details. They ground the story in something real.
For example, Monty & Oscar, Evelyn Chan’s beloved Burmese cats, exist in the story because I grew up with Burmese cats of my own.
I love writing heartwarming, intriguing cozy mysteries that celebrate kindness, acceptance, and finding belonging. The most important things in life, which I’ve found through hospitality, handmade work, and the people around a table.
I count myself honored many people have read these stories! It’s a privilege to be able to offer you this exclusive eBook bundle at a deep discount.
If you like charming cozy mysteries, realistic characters, crafting, clever puzzles, delicious food, and stories that keep you turning the pages...
Written by someone who genuinely understands the world they’re set in...
And who cares about getting even the smallest details right...
I’m confident you’ll love this delightful story. And if not, I’ll return all your money.
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