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Links to purchase cozy mysteries by Annie McEwen Escape to the Wisconsin Northwoods, where sparkling lakes, towering pines, and small-town charm create the perfect backdrop for murder. Fortunately, Emmy Cooper and her friends are always ready to uncover the truth— with humor, heart, and a little help from some furry companions. From Gemma Halliday Publishing When Emmy Cooper’s life in Chicago is turned upside down, the young interior designer retreats to her family’s lake cottage resort in the beautiful Wisconsin Northwoods for a much-needed break. Hoping to clear her mind and gain a fresh perspective, she looks forward to enjoying a slower pace and the crisp, clean pine air at her beloved Cooper’s Cove Resort with her family, dogs, and her best friend, Whitney. Unfortunately, her homecoming isn't as calm as she'd hoped when Emmy finds out a ruthless development company is relentlessly pressuring Lake Covington property owners, including Emmy's family, to sell their land so they can build an extravagant, modern resort that would ruin the quaint aesthetic of the area. Things only get worse when Emmy finds the dead body of one of the developers floating in the lake—murdered! Suddenly the police are involved, and since Emmy's father was leading the fight to stop the shady development from getting approval, he's quickly painted as the prime suspect. Now it's up to Emmy to prove her father’s innocence, save the reputation of Cooper’s Cove, and find out who would resort to murder. a nook Apple Books kobo Smashwords Tantor Audio Available in Paperback, E-book, and Audiobook! It's the 4th of July in the Wisconsin Northwoods, and no one is more excited than Emmy Cooper. She's happy to be back in her hometown, settling once again into small-town living and helping her family run Cooper’s Cove, their lake cottage resort. Emmy and her teen crush, police officer Dean Erickson, are enjoying getting reacquainted, while she and bestie Whitney are closer than ever. Lake Covington and its quaint namesake town are bustling with visitors celebrating during the annual three-day Independence Day Freedom Fest. Everything is Yankee Doodle Dandy until a local man with a reputation for trouble starts fireworks of his own. And the explosions just keep on coming when Emmy stumbles over a dead body at the celebrations! The dead man is Jordan James, and as Emmy soon finds out, there's no shortage of people who might want him dead. From a jealous jerk to a conniving cousin and even a former friend from his past, suspects are more plentiful than ants at a July picnic! Despite promises to stay out of the investigation, Emmy finds herself smack in the middle of it. Can she and Whitney figure out the truth and find liberty and justice for all? Available in Paperback, E-book, and Audiobook! a nook Apple Books kobo Smashwords Tantor Audio Available in Paperback and E-book! Winter has wrapped the Wisconsin Northwoods in a bitter chill, and Emmy Cooper's family lake cottage resort, Cooper’s Cove, is no exception. But it's someone from Emmy's past who's about to bring the real frostbite! A stormy mix-up at a local hotel reroutes an unwanted group of guests to Cooper’s Cove Resort, including Emmy's former boss and the reason Emmy slunk home with her tail between her legs, Gwenda Caperwell. As if being face-to-face with an old grudge wasn't bad enough, a fierce blizzard picks that moment to strike, leaving Emmy snowed in with her least favorite person on earth. But things go from bad to downright chilling when Gwenda suddenly turns up dead—colder than the January air—and Emmy's snowed in with a corpse! With the roads impassable and the safety of the other guests at stake, the local law enforcement had no choice but to rely on Emmy and her parents to help solve the mystery and catch the real killer, much to the dismay of Emmy's love interest, Officer Dean Erickson. But it quickly becomes clear that plenty of the other guests snowed in at Cooper’s Cove had a reason to want Gwenda dead. Battling through drifts of secrets and lies, Emmy must navigate the frosty web of suspicion to uncover the murderer—before the next victim is iced! a nook Apple Books kobo Smashwords It’s Christmastime in the Northwoods, and Emmy Cooper is ready to deck the halls, frost the cookies, and enjoy Covington’s biggest event of the year—the annual Christmas Celebration. Visitors flock to the festive lakeside town, where Emmy's family runs the Cooper's Cove Resort, for holiday treats, handmade crafts, and the beloved tree-lighting ceremony, led by none other than Santa Claus himself. But when Emmy stumbles across a very dead Santa, the season takes a chilling turn. With Emmy's boyfriend, Officer Dean Erickson, trying to keep the investigation under wraps, Emmy and her best friend Whitney find themselves more tangled in this mystery than in last year’s Christmas lights. Between town gossip, a Scrooge of a new health inspector, and long-buried secrets rising to the surface, Emmy’s holiday cheer is draining faster than Ol’ Robert’s eggnog. Unraveling the killer’s identity might take a Christmas miracle—and Emmy’s running out of time. If she’s not careful, she just might be the next one sleighed. a nook Apple Books kobo Smashwords Available in Paperback and E-book! Click to Pre-order! Coming September 1, 2026! From author Annie McEwen comes a book of secrets that refuse to stay buried... While Emmy Cooper is happy to have settled back in her hometown in the Wisconsin Northwoods, leaving her life as an interior designer in Chicago behind, her skills come in handy when her good friends need help restoring a rundown Victorian mansion into a B&B on the shores of Lake Superior. But things take a turn for the sinister when Emmy uncovers a hidden tunnel on the property—and a skeleton that’s been keeping its secrets for over a century! The discovery points to a possible Prohibition past and a mystery that spans decades. While trying to uncover the skeleton's long-dead secrets, Emmy is also helping at her family's Cooper’s Cove Resort, where her grandparents’ high school reunion fills the lodge with laughter, memories, and familiar faces. The stories shared begin to reveal more than anyone expects, and as the gossip mill spins, new clues surface...along with another dead body! Emmy—alongside her closest friends—must uncover a killer in the present while untangling a century-old mystery, before Emmy herself becomes history! Or order at your local bookstore! What my readers are saying... "I just loved this book! I think it’s going to be one of my favorite series!" Debi P. on Goodreads "This story has a mystery with twists and turns to unravel with likable characters in a close-knit lakeside community with a thread of faith, including an old crush back in town on the police force. After the ending, I cannot wait to read the next in the series." Gloria on Goodreads "Annie McEwen's Northwoods Mystery series is quickly becoming a favorite series of mine, but this holiday addition just brought things to a new level. If you are looking for a cozy mystery to put you in the Christmas spirit, I really don't think you could do better than this one."... Deborah A. “‘Resort to Murder’ is a fabulous debut novel! Annie McEwen has an engaging writer’s voice and a compelling story to tell. I love the Cooper family dynamics (such a cozy draw) and Emmy’s besties, Whitney and Marcus-with-the-mullet are a hoot!” — Amazon Review “I’ve been hearing lots of good things about this series, and I can see why. The setting is wonderful. It’s one of those places I’d love to visit between murders. The cast of characters are fantastic as well. You can tell just how much they all care for each other. ” — Barnes and Noble Review “I was hooked from page one! This was such a cozy mystery and I loved getting to know Emmy, her family, her friends and all the locals of Covington. ” — StoryGraph Review

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Discover the Northwoods Mysteries by Annie McEwen- a humorous cozy mystery series set around a quaint Wisconsin lake-town resort featuring Emmy Cooper, family, friendship, and murder. Hi there, and welcome! I'm Annie, and I’m so happy you stopped by! Whether you're a longtime reader or you're discovering my books for the very first time, I'm delighted you're here. I love creating stories filled with relatable characters, laugh-out-loud moments, heartfelt friendships, a touch of romance, and mysteries that keep you turning the pages. Take a look around, get to know me, explore my books, and make yourself at home. I'm so glad our paths crossed! From Gemma Halliday Publishing Welcome to the Northwoods! Some places leave footprints on your heart... For me, that's the Northwoods of Wisconsin. While growing up, my family spent countless vacations among the towering pines, sparkling lakes, and charming small towns of the Northwoods, and those memories have stayed with me. It's a place that has always felt like a second home, and one I still return to whenever I can. Since my sister and her family live there, it’s perfect! When it came time to write my first cozy mystery series, there was never any question where it would be set... Welcome to Covington—a fictional town inspired by the beauty, charm, and close-knit communities that made me fall in love with the Northwoods. At the heart of the series is Cooper's Cove Resort, Emmy Cooper's family-owned lakeside retreat. It's the kind of place where mornings begin with coffee on the dock, afternoons are spent making memories on the lake, and evenings end around a crackling campfire beneath a sky full of stars. Friends become family, neighbors always lend a hand, and every visit feels like coming home ... Of course, there is the possibility someone could stumble over a body before checkout. Thankfully, Emmy Cooper, her friends, and one handsome police officer are always ready to solve the mystery—with plenty of laughs, heart, and Covington's small-town shenanigans along the way. So pull up an Adirondack chair, breathe in the fresh Northwoods air, and stay awhile. There's always room for one more at Cooper's Cove. Coming September 1, 2026! Thanks for visiting! I am a cozy mystery writer! I mostly grew up on a small farm in central Indiana where I spent countless hours reading in a hammock underneath tall walnut trees (only after chores were done, of course!). I'd write stories in my notebooks or on my parents' old typewriter, pretending I was a combo of Laura Ingalls Wilder and Nancy Drew. To quote a great elf, "I love smiling, smiling's my favorite!" Learn More About Me I'm Annie Sign-up to be the first to know about new releases, upcoming events, and lots of cozy secrets! Newsletter Join My Email Join Our Mailing List Thanks for subscribing! *Your information will never be sold & will always be kept private. Available in Paperback, E-book, and Audiobook!

Hello! I'm Emmy Cooper. They say home is where the heart is. If that's true, then mine will always belong at Cooper's Cove Resort on the shores of Lake Covington. Whether you're here to stay in our cozy cabins, wander the charming streets of Covington, or explore the beauty of the Wisconsin Northwoods, I'm so glad you stopped by. I've put together some fun extras to make your visit even more memorable. Welcome to Cooper’s Cove. We saved you an Adirondack chair and some s’mores by the campfire. Just don’t fall for Chappy or Spooner’s big brown eyes... they’ve had plenty of treats. And... try not to trip over any clues. "If you're staying with us, here's your map to help you get around our resort! Every cottage has amazing sunset views, the lodge always smells like fresh cinnamon rolls(thanks, Mom!), and the diving dock is fun no matter how old you are!" Here's an idea: print out the map and use it as a bookmark when you're reading Annie's books! "I get all the cozy feels when friends are gathered around a table talking books— just like when we are at my friend Lalita’s bookshop, A New Chapter. Here's everything your book club needs, thanks to the fabulous Anna at Cozy Crime Reads —discussion questions, recipes, and a few behind-the-scenes tidbits Annie let me share. Click on the image of Resort to Murder to check out the fun! "People always ask if the Wisconsin Northwoods are really as beautiful as Annie describes. Spoiler alert—they're even prettier. Here are a few places that inspired Covington and Cooper’s Cove. (Click on the pictures to see their websites!)" Mogasheen Resort- Lake Namakagon, WI Houghton Falls Nature Preserve/Trails- Bayfield County, WI Rumor has it that Annie & her family jumped off the cliff into the very chilly Lake Superior! Shenanigans! Apostle Island Booksellers- Bayfield, WI Bayfield, WI Ashland Breakwater Lighthouse- Chequamegon Bay, Lake Superior Annie's sisters' driveways in the Northwoods! Good thing they have snowplows! "Who doesn't love a souvenir? We have all kinds in the lodge gift shop, but I think Annie should have some available here too. In fact, several people saw Annie wearing a Cooper’s Cove T-shirt and said they need one as well! So stay tuned! She’ll let you know as soon as everything is ready!”

Annie McEwen is the author of The Northwoods Mysteries, a cozy mystery series set in northern Wisconsin on the fictional Lake Covington. A former farm kid, I'm now a wife, mom, Gigi (the name bestowed upon me when our eldest grandson was ten months old), and fur baby mama. Our daughter has given us the yummiest grandsons. Our son is married to his high school sweetheart and just had their first baby... another grandson for us to spoil! And we are so fortunate to have them all living nearby! My husband and I love to travel, whether it's to a relaxing beach or road-tripping to small towns looking for vintage goodies for our home. My writing journey started later in life, as I was a stay-at-home mama until my kiddos were in school. Since I'd always been crafty and loved to sew and decorate, I took interior decorating courses and became a Certified Interior Designer. I loved turning houses into homes and hitting thrift stores to make the proverbial "one man's trash is another man's treasure" a fact. Eventually, I decided to take a giant leap and go back to college. I received my degree in Radiological Sciences, and I've been a Radiological Technologist for over a decade. You can't hide anything from me...I can see right through you! (wink, wink!) Taking care of people makes my heart happy! I am so blessed to have an incredibly supportive family that encouraged me to finally go for my ultimate dream... to become an author! They are my biggest cheerleaders and have never let me even think of giving up. So, here I am, and I'm happy to have you come with me on my writing journey! WARNING! I am prone to getting involved in all sorts of shenanigans and tomfoolery... as well as the occasional bouts of laughter. A few of Emmy Cooper's most supportive characters! - Chappy, Spooner, & Jonesy, aka... well... I don't want to spoil a surprise for new readers! (WINK!) Celebrating the release of RESORT TO MURDER! March 26, 2024 Headed to my first Malice Domestic Mystery Conference! April 2023 Being interviewed by the fabulous author Lori Rader-Day at the New Author Breakfast! Malice Domestic 2024 Speaking on my first panel at the 2024 Malice Domestic! Eek! My first bookstore signing! Between the Pages, Lebanon, IN May 2024 "What's the name of my books? I'm on about two hours of sleep..." Malice Go-Round, April 2025 Exploring gorgeous Lithia Park during the Ashland Mystery Festival. October 2025 RESORT TO MURDER travels to Ethiopia and takes part in a special coffee ceremony! (Thank you Leslie Wadler for the amazing photos!) 2024 Murder, They Write Facebook Blog Group Join these cozy mystery authors and me for daily fun and a few shenanigans! You can find us on Facebook by following this link: Murder, They Write. Be sure to answer the questions to enter the secret room! anniemcewenauthor@gmail.com Email: Follow me Stay in Touch Address: P.O. Box 126 Fairland, IN 46126 Contact my publisher

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