Cozies, Sleuths and Detectives: Black Authored Mysteries | Washington County Cooperative Library Services

by Henry, Angela

eBook - 2021

A dead womanizer. A friend suspected of murder. And a teacher turned sleuth. A dead womanizer. A friend suspected of murder. And a teacher turned sleuth. Show less

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A Deadly Inside Scoop

by Collette, Abby

eBook - 2020

Recent MBA grad Bronwyn Crewse has just taken over her family's ice cream shop in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, and she's going back to basics. Win is renovating C...Show more Recent MBA grad Bronwyn Crewse has just taken over her family's ice cream shop in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, and she's going back to basics. Win is renovating Crewse Creamery to restore its former glory, and filling the menu with delicious, homemade ice cream flavors—many from her grandmother’s original recipes. But unexpected construction delays mean she misses the summer season, and the shop has a literal cold opening: the day she opens her doors an early first snow descends on the village and keeps the customers away. Show less

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All Her Little Secrets

A Novel

by Morris, Wanda M.

eBook - 2021

All Her Little Secrets is a brilliantly nuanced but powerhouse exploration of race, the legal system, and the crushing pressure of keeping secrets. In thi...Show more All Her Little Secrets is a brilliantly nuanced but powerhouse exploration of race, the legal system, and the crushing pressure of keeping secrets. In this fast-paced thriller, Wanda M. Morris crafts a twisty mystery about a black lawyer who gets caught in a dangerous conspiracy after the sudden death of her boss Show less

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Sleep Well, My Lady

by Quartey, Kwei

eBook - 2021

Hard-hitting talk show host Augustus Seeza has become a household name in Ghana, though notorious for his lavish overspending, alcoholism, and womanizing....Show more Hard-hitting talk show host Augustus Seeza has become a household name in Ghana, though notorious for his lavish overspending, alcoholism, and womanizing. He’s dating the imposing, beautiful Lady Araba, who leads a selfmade fashion empire. Fearing Augustus is only after her money, Araba’s religious family intervenes to break them up. A few days later, just before a major runway show, Araba is found murdered in her bed. Her driver is arrested after a hasty investigation, but Araba’s favorite aunt, Dele, suspects Augustus Seeza was the real killer. Show less

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Murder by Page One

A Peach Coast Library Mystery from Hallmark Publishing

by Matthews, Olivia

eBook - 2021

Marvey, a librarian, has moved from Brooklyn to a quirky small town in Georgia. When she's not at the library organizing events for readers, she's handcra...Show more Marvey, a librarian, has moved from Brooklyn to a quirky small town in Georgia. When she's not at the library organizing events for readers, she's handcrafting book-themed jewelry and looking after her cranky cat. At times, her new life in the South still feels strange... and that's before the discovery of the dead body in the bookstore. After one of her friends becomes a suspect, Marvey sets out to solve the murder mystery. She even convinces Spence, the wealthy and charming newspaper owner, to help. With his ties to the community, her talents for research, and her fellow librarians' knowledge, Marvey pursues the truth. But as she gets closer to it, could she be facing a deadly plot twist? Show less

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Dead Dead Girls

by Afia, Nekesa

eBook - 2021

Following a harrowing kidnapping ordeal when she was in her teens, Louise is doing everything she can to maintain a normal life. She’s succeeding, too. Sh...Show more Following a harrowing kidnapping ordeal when she was in her teens, Louise is doing everything she can to maintain a normal life. She’s succeeding, too. She spends her days working at Maggie’s Café and her nights at the Zodiac, Harlem’s hottest speakeasy. Louise’s friends, especially her girlfriend, Rosa Maria Moreno, might say she’s running from her past and the notoriety that still stalks her, but don’t tell her that. Show less

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Eugeena Patterson Mysteries, Books 1-3

by Moody, Tyora

eBook - 2021

Meet amateur sleuth and retired grandmother Eugeena Patterson in this three books-in-one cozy mysteries series Meet amateur sleuth and retired grandmother Eugeena Patterson in this three books-in-one cozy mysteries series Show less

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The Plot Is Murder

by Burns, V.M.

eBook - 2017

Samantha Washington has dreamed of owning her own mystery bookstore for as long as she can remember. Now that she's preparing for her store's grand openin...Show more Samantha Washington has dreamed of owning her own mystery bookstore for as long as she can remember. Now that she's preparing for her store's grand opening, she's also realizing another dream - penning a cozy mystery that's set in England between the wars. While Samantha hires employees and fills the shelves, her pen has quick-witted Lady Penelope Marsh, long-overshadowed by her beautiful sister Daphne, refusing to lose the besotted Victor Carlston to her sibling's charms and stepping in to solve the murder of one of Daphne's other suitors.... Show less

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The Jigsaw Man

A Novel

by Matheson, Nadine

eBook - 2021

A serial killer and his copycat are locked in a violent game of cat and mouse. Can DI Anjelica Henley stop them before it’s too late? A serial killer and his copycat are locked in a violent game of cat and mouse. Can DI Anjelica Henley stop them before it’s too late? Show less

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Murder in G Major

by Gordon, Alexia

eBook - 2016

With few other options, African-American classical musician Gethsemane Brown accepts a less-than-ideal position turning a group of rowdy schoolboys into a...Show more With few other options, African-American classical musician Gethsemane Brown accepts a less-than-ideal position turning a group of rowdy schoolboys into an award-winning orchestra. Stranded without luggage or money in the Irish countryside, she figures any job is better than none. The perk? Housesitting a lovely cliffside cottage. The catch? The ghost of the cottage's murdered owner haunts the place. Falsely accused of killing his wife (and himself), he begs Gethsemane to clear his name so he can rest in peace. Show less

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Tangled Roots

by Henry, Angela

eBook - 2021

A dead beautician. A student on the run. And a teacher sleuth back in action. A dead beautician. A student on the run. And a teacher sleuth back in action. Show less

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Sly, Slick & Wicked

by Henry, Angela

eBook - 2021

A dead art dealer. A daughter accused of murder. And a teacher turned sleuth who doesn't want to be bothered. A dead art dealer. A daughter accused of murder. And a teacher turned sleuth who doesn't want to be bothered. Show less

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Schooled In Lies

by Henry, Angela

eBook - 2021

A deadly reunion committee. A desperate killer. And a teacher sleuth searching for the truth. A deadly reunion committee. A desperate killer. And a teacher sleuth searching for the truth. Show less

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Doing It to Death

by Henry, Angela

eBook - 2021

Just when Kendra Clayton's life has finally calmed down, trouble finds her once again. A case of mistaken identity lands her smack in the middle of a beef between an ex-con named Dibb Bentley and Lewis Watts—her least favorite person on the planet. Just when Kendra Clayton's life has finally calmed down, trouble finds her once again. A case of mistaken identity lands her smack in the middle of a beef between an ex-con named Dibb Bentley and Lewis Watts—her least favorite person on the planet. Show less

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Diva's Last Curtain Call

by Henry, Angela

eBook - 2021

A dead actress. A sister accused of murder. And a teacher sleuth determined to protect her family. A dead actress. A sister accused of murder. And a teacher sleuth determined to protect her family. Show less

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Blonde Faith

by Mosley, Walter

eBook - 2007

Easy Rawlins, L.A.'s most reluctant detective, comes home one day to find Easter, the daughter of his friend Chrismas Black, left on his doorstep. Easy kn...Show more Easy Rawlins, L.A.'s most reluctant detective, comes home one day to find Easter, the daughter of his friend Chrismas Black, left on his doorstep. Easy knows that this could only mean that the ex-marine Black is probably dead, or will be soon. Easter's appearance is only the beginning, as Easy is immersed in a sea of problems. The love of his life is marrying another man and his friend Mouse is wanted for the murder of a father of twelve. As he's searching for a clue to Christmas Black's whereabouts, two suspicious MPs hire him to find his friend Black on behalf of the U.S. Army. Show less

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An Unsavory Mess

Eugeena Patterson Mysteries, no. 5

by Moody, Tyora

eBook - 2021

There is no rest for the weary as Eugeena dives into another mystery. She doesn't have a choice since she has to clear herself and Rosemary from being con...Show more There is no rest for the weary as Eugeena dives into another mystery. She doesn't have a choice since she has to clear herself and Rosemary from being considered murder suspects. Eugeena Patterson usually doesn't have a problem putting her nose where it doesn't belong. After her last mystery busting incident, she's determined to hang up her amateur sleuth hat. Or at least that's what she's telling Amos and her family. Show less

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A Simmering Dilemma

Eugeena Patterson Mysteries, no. 4

by Moody, Tyora

eBook - 2020

Eugeena and Amos are married, but the happy couple may see their new life fall apart when Amos' daughter moves in next door. Briana Jones is cooking up ma...Show more Eugeena and Amos are married, but the happy couple may see their new life fall apart when Amos' daughter moves in next door. Briana Jones is cooking up mayhem when she hooks up with old friends. When Amos receives a call in the middle of the night, he jumps into action to help his daughter who has found a dead body. Eugeena doesn't want to rock the boat between Amos and his daughter, but she can tell Briana is keeping secrets. Can Eugeena find the real murderer and keep her new marriage together? Show less

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Oven Baked Secrets

Eugeena Patterson Mysteries, no. 2

by Moody, Tyora

eBook - 2016

Eugeena Patterson is not happy about her next-door neighbor, Louise Hopkins, being sent to live in a nursing home. Without her fellow neighborhood watch b...Show more Eugeena Patterson is not happy about her next-door neighbor, Louise Hopkins, being sent to live in a nursing home. Without her fellow neighborhood watch buddy, Sugar Creek isn't the same anymore. In fact, life after retirement has become a whole new adventure of exploring social media and blogging.While she tries not to meddle into her adult children's lives, Eugeena can't help but dish out relationship advice. Eugeena's own budding romance with Amos Jones has her emotions in upheaval. Is she really finding love again as she turns sixty? Show less

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Deep Fried Trouble

Eugeena Patterson Mysteries, no. 1

by Moody, Tyora

eBook - 2016

Widowed and officially retired, Eugeena Patterson throws herself into organizing the neighborhood association. This presents a great opportunity to re-con...Show more Widowed and officially retired, Eugeena Patterson throws herself into organizing the neighborhood association. This presents a great opportunity to re-connect with old friends and get to know new neighbors like recently widowed Amos Jones, that is until Eugeena stumbles upon her estranged neighbor's dead body. Eugeena's daughter is fingered as a prime suspect, but where is she? Show less

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Gobble Gobble Murder

by Woods, Rachel

eBook - 2021

Why did the host of a Thanksgiving party suddenly drop dead? At a Thanksgiving party, investigative reporter Roland "Beanie" Bean is shocked whe...Show more Why did the host of a Thanksgiving party suddenly drop dead? At a Thanksgiving party, investigative reporter Roland "Beanie" Bean is shocked when the host drops dead. It looks like an allergic reaction, but Beanie is suspicious, especially since he'd overheard the host's wife and her secret lover plotting the man's demise. Gobble Gobble Murder is a holiday cozy murder mystery novel. With lots of clues and red herrings, it features plenty of twists and turns to keep you guessing until the end! Show less

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The Long-Legged Fly

by Sallis, James

eBook - 2019

In steamy New Orleans, black private detective Lew Griffin has taken on a seemingly hopeless missing-person case. The trail takes him through the underbe...Show more In steamy New Orleans, black private detective Lew Griffin has taken on a seemingly hopeless missing-person case. The trail takes him through the underbelly of the French Quarter with its bar girls, pimps, and tourist attractions. As his search leads to one violent dead end and then another, Griffin is confronted by the realization that his own life has come to resemble those of the people he is attempting to find. Show less

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Cotton Comes to Harlem

by Himes, Chester

eBook - 2011

Flim-flam man Deke O’Hara is no sooner out of Atlanta’s state penitentiary than he’s back on the streets working the scam of a lifetime. As sponsor of t...Show more Flim-flam man Deke O’Hara is no sooner out of Atlanta’s state penitentiary than he’s back on the streets working the scam of a lifetime. As sponsor of the Back-to-Africa movement, he’s counting on a big Harlem rally to produce a massive collection—for his own private charity. But the take is hijacked by white gunmen and hidden in a bale of cotton that suddenly everyone wants to get his hands on. As NYPD detectives “Coffin Ed” Johnson and “Grave Digger” Jones piece together the complexity of the scheme, we are treated to Himes’s brand of hard-boiled crime fiction at its very best. Show less

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The Real Cool Killers

by Himes, Chester

eBook - 2011

Many people had reasons for killing Ulysses Galen, a big Greek with too much money and too great a liking for young black girls. But there are complicati...Show more Many people had reasons for killing Ulysses Galen, a big Greek with too much money and too great a liking for young black girls. But there are complications—like Sonny, found standing over the body, high on hash, with a gun in his hand that fires only blanks; a gang called the Moslems; a disappearing suspect; and the fact that Coffin Ed’s daughter is up to her pretty little neck in the whole explosive business. Show less

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Children of the Street

An Inspector Darko Dawson Mystery

by Quartey, Kwei

eBook - 2011

In the slums of Accra, Ghana’s fast-moving, cosmopolitan capital, teenagers are turning up dead. Inspector Darko Dawson has seen many crimes, but this lat...Show more In the slums of Accra, Ghana’s fast-moving, cosmopolitan capital, teenagers are turning up dead. Inspector Darko Dawson has seen many crimes, but this latest string of murders—in which all the young victims bear a chilling signature—is the most unsettling of his career. Are these heinous acts a form of ritual killing or the work of a lone, cold-blooded monster? With time running out, Dawson embarks on a harrowing journey through the city’s underbelly and confronts the brutal world of the urban poor, where street children are forced to fight for their very survival—and a cunning killer seems just out of reach. Show less

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