There's a new chef in town! Lyra St Claire, ex celebrity chef, is searching for suitable chefs or bakers to help with a wedding or two. She's heard about some great bakers in the small towns nearby, so what better way to test them than by running a competition? Of course, during the last competition she judged someone was murdered... Surely that won't happen again? Beagle Diner Mysteries Beagles Love Cupcake Crimes Beagles Love Steak Secrets Beagles Love Muffin But Murder Beagles Love Layer Cake Lies C. A. Phipps is a USA Today best-selling author from beautiful New Zealand. Cheryl lives in a quiet suburb with her wonderful husband of over four decades. With a large family to keep her busy when she's not writing, there is just enough space for a crazy mixed breed dog who stole her heart! She enjoys family times, baking, and her quest for the perfect latte.