Murder on the Beach

If you're searching for the perfect light and funny Beach Read, what could be better than one that features mysteries actually on the beach?  

And with eight funny short stories, you can travel along with our cozy authors to a variety of shores: from the rocky coastlines of New England, to the white stretches of sand on the Atlantic, to the teal and emerald waters of the Gulf Coast, the surfing havens on the Pacific, and even the beaches in between.

So take a trip with our authors as they show you that sharks aren't the only danger near the water.

A TALE OF TWO SISTERS, Barb Goffman. When Robin’s sister gets married at Lake Michigan, Robin will do whatever it takes to protect Emma’s special day.

FOOTPRINTS IN THE SAND, Shari Randall, a new short story in the Lobster Shack series. A jewelry theft and attempted murder upset the tranquility of Allie’s quaint New England town.

COAST BUSTERS, Karen Cantwell, another short story in the Barbara Marr series. Barb and her friends figure Florida and a quirky chic resort would be the perfect Mom vacation…until it’s not.

BEACH PARTY BODY, Lucy Carol, a new story from the world of Madison Cruz Mysteries. A photo shoot on the beach should be fun, especially when the surf’s up. But when someone’s wild behavior turns deadly, the party’s over!

FROG DAYS OF SUMMER, Cathy Wiley. Former celebrity chef Jackie Norwood’s attempt to revive her career goes badly when murder interrupts a food festival on the Gulf Coast of Louisiana.

FRUGAL LISSA NEEDS A BREAK, Ritter Ames, the newest short story in the Frugal Lissa series. Life has been anything but a beach lately for Lissa and Abby, so they head to Galveston for a girls’ weekend. All they plan for is sand, sea, and applying sunscreen regularly. Until the dog digs up a dead body.

CABO SAN LOCO, Eleanor Cawood Jones. Lorrie George wants to enjoy a celebratory trip with her friends to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. But the all-expenses-paid, exclusive trip keeps getting ruined by attempts on her friends’ lives.

BAY OF RECKONING, Shawn Reilly Simmons. It’s Sabrina Westfall’s job to ensure that the Miss Crab Pageant, a vital part of the Summer Crab festival on the eastern shore of Maryland, goes well. But what is she supposed to do about the dead bodies?

Praise for Murder on the Beach, A Destination Murders Book 1

“Each story features great characters and a story that kept me engaged the entire way through. All these stories can be read as stand-alones whether they are part of a series or not. That’s a good thing since I was only familiar with the characters in one of the stories before I picked up this book. And the two authors I hadn’t read before? I definitely need to check them out in the future.
This is the first in a series of Destination Mysteries short story collections. Based on this book, I’m already packing my bags for the next vacation.”—Carstairs Considers

“All of these stories, no matter where they are set, dead body or no, provide two wonderful things: a great location, and an array of characters who would be great friends or who may remind you (and cause you to appreciate more) friends and family you already have. That’s certainly the gift to readers on the part of the cozy mystery. Do yourself a favor and spend your lunch break at the beach.”—Aunt Agatha’s Mysteries

“I'm not a short story or anthology reader, but I did enjoy MURDER ON THE BEACH…This light and fresh, fast-paced cozy whodunit kept me entertained from the first story to the last. Bravo authors.”—Dru’s Book Musing

“This delightful collection of beach-themed short stories is a beach-bag must. And could someone order me a tall frozen drink? With a fruit kabob and a little umbrella?”—Gretchen Archer, bestselling author of the Davis Way series

“Entertaining short stories about vacation mishaps, murder and mayhem. Perfect for a summer beach read. Very enjoyable collection of stories.”—Christine Gentes, Book Reviewer and Mystery Critic 

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