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.

FRUGAL LISSA NEEDS A BREAK, Ritter Ames

COAST BUSTERS, Karen Cantwell

BEACH PARTY BODY, Lucy Carol

A TALE OF TWO SISTERS, Barb Goffman

CABO SAN LOCO, Eleanor Cawood Jones

FOOTPRINTS IN THE SAND, Shari Randall

BAY OF RECKONING, Shawn Reilly Simmons

FROG DAYS OF SUMMER, Cathy Wiley

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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