Something in the Waters – Chapter One
The rains have come to Toot Hansell this winter, and there’s much
more than damp feet at stake …
Bonfire of the Calamities – Chapter One
Murderers, dragons, and plot … read chapter one of Beaufort Scales’ eighth cozy mystery, Bonfire of the Calamities, here!
2023 Book & Blog News, Plans, & “Plans”
All about changes to the blog, books to expect in 2023, and travel that’s happening (all very realistic plans, honest …).
Beast-Laid Plans – Chapter One
Missing dragons. Rampaging beasts. Ladies of a certain age and temperament … Read chapter one in Beaufort Scales’ seventh cozy mystery here!
A Festive, Dragonish Short Story Read-Along
A short festive tale from the world of Beaufort Scales and Toot Hansell, featuring dogs and dragons and a little too much mulled wine …
Life Lessons on a Baking Bad Anniversary
Three years ago this month – yesterday, in fact – Beaufort Scales ambled out into the …
Coming Up Roses – Chapter One
Nothing’s looking too rosy in Toot Hansell this spring …
Rose’s Lemon Shortbread Recipe
Shortbread is not the sort of biscuit that inspires me. It’s not soft and chewy inside…
Game of Scones: Chapter One
Murder, mayhem, and old secrets come to light in the Yorkshire Dales – with dragons, of course.
Lemon Drizzle Cake Recipe for Happiness
Because who wants to make lemonade when you can make lemon drizzle cake?