Maggie March

Lucy is a human lie detector. Her rescue dog Paco is a ghost whisperer. Together, they solve crime in this laugh-out-loud cozy mystery series! Joey "The Weasel" Frizzone has been deep undercover with one of the country's largest organized crime families and the time has come for him to testify against them. The trial isn't for a couple of weeks and the feds need him to lay low, so they hide him in a place no one would ever think to look--a sleepy little town in Florida called Whispering Bay. Lucy McGuffin bakes the best muffins in town. She's also a human lie detector, a talent that hasn't always been easy to live with, because, c'mon, how many times can a girl hear "It's me, not you," and keep a straight face? Lucy's ability to sniff out a lie has given her a reputation for solving crime, so when an attempt is made on Joey's life, local police officer, Travis Fontaine, reluctantly seeks Lucy's help. But Lucy and Travis have a wobbly relationship. The arrogant cop thinks he's God's gift to womankind and Lucy isn't about to become President of his fan club. Someone in the FBI must have a big mouth because soon there are enough hitmen in town to make Whispering Bay look like a reunion site for The Sopranos. Then someone starts whacking the hitmen. As the body count begins to rise, Lucy realizes she has to step up to the plate. Travis needs Joey to stay alive long enough to testify, and Lucy wants her quaint little town back, minus the mobsters. With the help of her best friend, Will, and her rescue dog, Paco, Lucy and Travis set out to discover who's behind all the hits, because if they don't, Whispering Bay may never be the same again. Ba-da-Bing. Ba-da-Boom. NOTE: This book was previously published under the name Maria Geraci

It’s Christmas Eve and the shop owners in Whispering Bay are in a panic. Someone’s been robbing their stores and leaving a candy cane behind as a souvenir. When the scoundrel breaks into the church rectory and steals money meant for the local orphanage, Lucy and Paco have no choice but to jump into the fray. Now, it’s up to Lucy and her little rescue dog to capture the candy cane bandit, recoup the money, and save Christmas.

Lucy is a human lie detector. Her rescue dog Paco is a ghost whisperer. Together, they solve crime in this laugh-out-loud cozy mystery series! Everyone agrees that Lucy McGuffin bakes the muffins in Whispering Bay, but she's got another talent, one that she's tried her whole life to hide. Lucy can always tell when a person is lying or telling the truth. Being a human lie detector isn't all it's cracked up to be. Especially when you really don't want the answer to the universal question, "Does this dress make my butt look too big?" When Lucy is hired to cater the grand opening celebration of the city's new community center, she stumbles across the dead body of Abby Delgado, a prominent member of the Sunshine Ghost Society. Lucy's brother, Father Sebastian, a local priest, is the last person to have seen Abby alive. Convinced he'll be breaking a confidence, Sebastian refuses to cooperate with the police, forcing Lucy to put her skills to the test to save her brother's good name. Enter the town's new hotshot deputy, Travis Fontaine. Travis doesn't want an amateur like Lucy snooping around his turf, so he offers her a deal. He'll stay out of her kitchen if she stays away from his crime scenes. But Lucy isn't about to let her brother's fate rest in the hands of an arrogant cop. Good thing she has her best friend, Will, and her new rescue dog, Paco, to back her up, because it's up to Lucy to figure out what everyone in the quaint little beachside town is hiding. NOTE: This book was previously published under the name Maria Geraci

She sees dead people. He is dead people. And their canine companion has a few secrets of her own. Together, they're Lockwood Cove's most dysfunctial detective trio! When romance author Anna McGuffin moved into Lockwood Manor, she expected peace and quiet--not a snarky, infuriatingly handsome ghost who loves to haunt her every move. But Richard Lockwood isn't just any spirit; he's a 19th century detective cursed to linger in the present. Their playful banter crackles with chemistry, but Anna and Richard are determined to keep their mutual attraction buried deep. That plan goes six feet under when a fresh corpse is found in the local cemetery--right next to Richard's grave. Now, Lockwood Cove is abuzz with rumors, and Officer Laura Lockwood, Richard's eager but inexperienced descendant, is desperate to crack the case.  Richard is just as eager to help her, but there's one Anna is the only one who can see him, and she's more interested in finishing her novel than playing ghost whisperer. With a little persistence--and a lot of ghostly tricks--Richard convinces Anna to partner up. Good thing they have Anna's clever little dachshund Daisy to sniff out the clues.  As they dig into the mystery, Anna and Richard uncover dangerous secrets, grapple with simmering attraction, and face a curse that's far from ready to rest in peace. In Lockwood Cove, the dead don't stay buried for long--and neither do old feelings. 

She sees dead people. He is dead people. And their canine companion has a few secrets of her own. Together, they're Lockwood Cove's most dysfunctial detective trio! When romance author Anna McGuffin moved into Lockwood Manor, she expected creaky floorboards and maybe a drafty attic. Instead, she got an adorable dachshund named Daisy, and the ghost of handsome Victorian-era detective Richard Lockwood. Unfortunately, Richard also comes with a permanent scowl, a penchant for messing with her laptop, and enough unsolicited writing advice to fill a book of his own. Richard is desperate to move on to the afterlife, but something--or someone--is keeping him tethered to the present, and he has no idea why. When a local murder rocks the sleepy town of Lockwood Cove, Anna and Richard are thrust into a mystery that could finally unlock the secret that's trapping him in limbo. Good thing Daisy has a knack for finding clues, but Richard's unresolved past and Anna's growing attraction to the ghostly detective complicate their quest. As Anna and Richard navigate a mystery that blurs the lines between the living and the dead, they must race against time, the supernatural, and their growing feelings for each other. Can they solve the murder and discover the secret, or will Anna's life--and Richard's afterlife--remain forever haunted?

She sees dead people. He is dead people. And their canine companion has a few secrets of her own. Together, they're Lockwood Cove's most dysfunctional detective trio! When aspiring romance novelist Anna McGuffin relocates to Lockwood Cove, she’s hoping for a quiet retreat to jumpstart her writing—not a haunted mansion complete with a grumpy ghost and a mischievous stray dachshund. Anna's lifelong secret? She can see the dead—a fact she's managed to keep hidden from the world. But she’s never encountered a ghost quite like Richard Lockwood—a 19th-century detective with the brooding good looks straight out of one of Anna’s novels. Unfortunately, he also has a chip on his shoulder and is hellbent on driving her out of his home. Between Richard’s sharp-tongued sarcasm and stubborn refusal to ‘move on,’ he quickly becomes more than just a ghostly annoyance—especially when he starts rewriting Anna’s manuscripts and short-circuiting her electronics. Good thing Anna’s not easily spooked. It’ll take more than a moody, meddling spirit to send her packing. But when Tracy Grace, a nosy ghosthunter seeking a sensational story about Anna, turns up dead, Anna becomes the prime suspect. Desperate to clear her name and keep her closely guarded secret safe, Anna strikes a deal with help her solve the murder, and she’ll leave his beloved mansion for good—a pact he gleefully accepts. Now, this odd couple must work together to catch a killer. With tensions rising, sparks flying, and a murderer on the loose, can Anna and Richard crack the case before her secret—and her life—come crashing down?

Lucy is a human lie detector. Her little rescue dog Paco is a ghost whisperer. Together, they solve crime in this laugh-out-loud cozy mystery series! When Lucy and Travis set off for a honeymoon at Green Acres Glamping Ranch, they expected romance, relaxation, and s'mores by the campfire. What they didn't bargain for was stumbling upon a grisly murder scene during their moonlit stroll around the lake. The local sheriff wants to write off the killing as a pesky bear attack, causing Lucy's truth radar to buzz louder than a swarm of angry campfire mosquitoes. When the FBI appears in town, it becomes obvious something sinister is afoot in the charming glamping community. As the deceit around them begins to swirl, Lucy and Travis get sucked into investigating the case on their own. Luckily, they have their trusty dogs Paco and Ellie to lend a paw and help sniff out the clues. With the minutes slipping away, they find themselves playing a deadly game of cat and mouse. Can they crack the case before it's too late, or will their dream honeymoon turn into a nightmare? Filled with humor, unexpected twists, and a dash of romance, Honeymoon Homicide Hijinks is the perfect cozy mystery for anyone who enjoys a good laugh and loves playing detective!

Lucy is a human lie detector. Her little rescue dog Paco is a ghost whisperer. Together, they solve crime in this laugh-out-loud cozy mystery series! Lions and Tigers and Squirrels, oh my! When Lucy and Paco are invited by the Sunshine Ghost Society to join an expedition to resurrect the spirit of a long-ago dead pirate, Lucy agrees on one her best friends Will and Brittany must be part of the team. Lucy’s been trying to play matchmaker for a while now and an entire day on a deserted island just might do the trick to force her two stubborn friends into admitting their feelings for one another. But what was supposed to be a fun ghost-hunting escapade quickly turns into a murder mystery when one of their team members is found dead. To make matters worse, their boat is stolen by a crewmember, leaving Lucy and the rest of the expedition stranded. With the certain knowledge that one of them is a murderer, the misfit castaways must band together for survival. With the help of an eccentric cast of characters, Lucy and Paco must unravel the island's secrets and uncover the truth behind the murder. Before they become the next victims. With plenty of humor, unexpected twists, and a swashbuckling dash of romance, Castaway Corpse is a page-turning cozy mystery that will leave you guessing until the very end!

Lucy is a human lie detector. Her little rescue dog Paco is a ghost whisperer. Together, they solve crime in this laugh-out-loud cozy mystery series! Plans for Lucy McGuffin's big day are circling the drain. Her mother has turned into a momzilla, her wedding dress is two sizes too small, and the rival baker in town is scheming to upstage Lucy with her own wedding cake. But things quickly go from bad to worse when Lucy discovers her wedding planner stabbed to death and her fiance Travis is the prime suspect. With just a few days left before the wedding, Lucy and her little rescue dog Paco must race against the clock to catch the killer. Can Lucy solve the murder in time to say "I do" or will her wedding day turn out to be a big fat cursed disaster? Filled with humor, intrigue, and a ghostly twist that will keep you on the edge of your seat, My Big Fat Cursed Wedding is the perfect cozy mystery for anyone who loves a good laugh and a good whodunit!

Lucy is a human lie-detector. Her rescue dog Paco is a ghost whisperer. Together, they solve crime in this laugh-out-loud cozy mystery series! When a loyal customer asks Lucy to hide an engagement ring inside one of her famous apple walnut cream cheese muffins, Lucy is charmed. A public proposal at her café? What could be more romantic? But then the engagement ring goes missing and the walnuts hit the fan. Feeling that she’s to blame, Lucy vows to find the ring. But things aren’t always as they seem. It turns out that the ring has an illustrious past. Rumored to have once belonged to Russian nobility, it could be worth a small fortune. Not to mention that it might also be cursed. Now, Lucy and her little rescue dog Paco, must face a mysterious tealeaf reader, a haunted house, and the disapproval of her police chief boyfriend in order to keep her promise. Add a new dog into the mix, and life in Whispering Bay is as chaotic as ever. NOTE: This book was previously published under the name Maria Geraci

Lucy is a human-lie detector. Her rescue dog Paco is a ghost whisperer. Together, they solve crime in this laugh-out-loud cozy mystery series! Lucy McGuffin's life has never been sweeter. Her muffin business is booming, she's dating the town's new hot-shot cop, and she and her best friend Will are getting along better than ever. There's just one blip. Lucy promised the local ghost society that they could use her little rescue dog Paco as a medium at one of their seances. The last thing she wants is for anyone to realize the extent of Paco's psychic abilities, so she stonewalls by insisting that Paco's safety can only be assured by the presence of nationally acclaimed canine expert Woofio. When Woofio is brought on board, Lucy has no choice but to keep her promise and agree to the seance. Everything seems to go smoothly until a spirit warns them that Paco must be returned to his original owner or "else." Lucy doesn't know much about Paco's history, but she isn't giving up her beloved pooch to anyone, no matter what some rogue ghost threatens. When Paco's original owner is found murdered, Lucy becomes a person of interest. And if that isn't bad enough, Woofio wants to exploit Paco to boost the ratings on his flailing TV show. Lucy isn't about to take the rap on a murder charge, or worse, let some dog whisperer wannabe get his paws on Paco. Which means she not only has to ferret out the real killer, she must find a way to save Paco from the yoke of a rhinestone collar and pursuit by the pup-arazzi. All without stepping on her new boyfriend's toes. How did her sweet life go so sour? NOTE: This book was previously published under the name Maria Geraci

Lucy is a human lie detector. Her rescue dog Paco is a ghost whisperer. Together, they solve crime in this laugh-out-loud cozy mystery series! Lucy McGuffin’s life is about to change. Her police chief boyfriend Travis is whisking her away on a romantic weekend getaway, and Lucy is convinced that Travis is about to drop the L-word. The night before the trip, Lucy attends the local neighborhood association debate. Her mother Molly is running against Frank Milhouse, the HOA’s current president and the meanest man in the neighborhood. The debate soon turns contentious, and Frank storms off, threatening to do everything in his power to stop Molly from winning the election. Minutes later, Frank is found dead. He’s been run over by a car. And the driver? None other than Molly. But not all is as it seems. Lucy is convinced that Frank was already dead before her mother ran him over. Complicating matters, an anonymous food blogger, The Fussy Foodie, has panned a local bakery, and Lucy fears that her beloved café could be next. Now, before Lucy can cross the finish line to her happily-ever-after, she and her little rescue dog Paco must discover who really killed Frank, avoid The Fussy Foodie, and convince her boyfriend Travis that she isn’t interfering with his police investigation. She’d better get on the ball, or she’ll be spending next Mother’s Day boyfriendless, without a job, and visiting Molly in the big house.

Lucy is a human lie-detector. Her rescue dog Paco is a ghost whisperer. Together, they solve crime in this laugh-out-loud cozy mystery series! When world-famous, highly reclusive author J.W. Quicksilver chooses a local book club for his first public appearance, the residents of Whispering Bay have trouble containing their excitement. That is until he’s found murdered. But things are not always what they seem. It turns out that the dead man wasn’t J.W. Quicksilver after all, but a shifty conman who’d been running a publishing scam leaving a mile-long trail of victims. When the real J.W. Quicksilver becomes the prime suspect in the murder, he turns to Lucy for help. And then the FBI gets involved, causing the local cops to issue an ultimatum. Now, Lucy and her little rescue dog Paco have less than twenty-four hours to find the real killer before a big secret turns all their lives upside down. Can Lucy find the killer, protect the real J.W. Quicksilver’s identity, and finally choose between the two men in her life? Who knew book clubs could be so dangerous? NOTE: This book was previously published under the name Maria Geraci

Lucy is a human lie detector. Her rescue dog Paco is a ghost whisperer. Together, they solve crime in this laugh-out-loud cozy mystery series! Lucy McGuffin has three problems: She’s a human lie detector, a “gift” she tries hard to keep hidden. Her rescue dog, Paco, is a ghost whisperer. And someone’s just been found murdered in her kitchen. The murder weapon? One of Lucy’s famous apple walnut cream cheese muffins. The victim? Tara Bell, the producer for a reality TV cooking competition that Lucy is determined to win. Lucy and Tara had some very public words the day before the murder. When it’s discovered that Lucy’s café was about to be disqualified from the show, all fingers point to Lucy as the prime suspect. Travis Fontaine might be Whispering Bay’s newest heartthrob, but the know-it-all cop and Lucy have butted heads in the past. He doesn’t believe she’s guilty, and he’ll prove it. Himself. Without any of Lucy’s “special” help, thanks. But Lucy isn’t about to sit back and let her goose get cooked. With her best friend, Will, and her dog, Paco, by her side, she sets out to solve the crime. Before someone gets away with murder. NOTE: This book was previously published under the name Maria Geraci