Newly redundant and recently divorced, there’s never been a better time for Jessie Henderson to pack up her life in the city and move to Springdale, the small town where she spent childhood summers with her Aunt Bee. Luckily for Jessie, Springdale is every bit as quirky and idyllic as she remembers, and Bee’s baking is just as mouth-watering. Then the unthinkable happens and there’s a murder on the outskirts of town. Worse still, Jessie’s new friend is the prime suspect. The cops think the case is cut-and-dry, but Jessie’s gut tells her there’s more going on than meets the eye. Can she get to the bottom of it? Baking is Murder is the first book in the Bee’s Bakehouse Cozy Mystery series. Each book is a standalone mystery.

Jessie Henderson swore she wouldn’t meddle in another police investigation—she’s already got her hands full running the café and keeping up with her quirky new friends. But that all changes when a long-time Springdale resident is murdered. The victim was last seen having a very public argument with Jessie, so it’s no wonder Jessie is the main suspect in the case. Jessie has no choice but to get involved and prove her innocence. Luckily for her, Aunt Bee is on hand to provide support and much-needed sugar hits. Knitting is Murder is the second book in the Bee’s Bakehouse Cozy Mystery series. Each book is a standalone mystery.

Life couldn’t be better for Jessie Henderson, even though she’s run off her feet trying to manage the café and organize Springdale’s first organic food fair. At first, the death of an unpopular councilman doesn’t exactly rock Springdale, but all is not as it seems. Jessie soon discovers the shocking truth: somebody conspired to murder Councilman Kramer and make it look like an accidental death. But who? The list of possible suspects isn’t exactly short… Parties are Murder is the third book in the Bee’s Bakehouse Cozy Mystery series. Each book contains a standalone mystery, but the series is best read in order to enjoy the ongoing Springdale storylines.

It's all relaxation and pampering... until another passenger winds up dead. After surprising her aunt Bee with the cruise vacation she's always dreamed of, Jessie Henderson is looking forward to a week of rest and relaxation. The most difficult thing she'll have to do is decide what to order for dinner. But then a fellow guest is found murdered. The crew won't take the threat seriously and a passenger with an agenda intervenes to keep the crime a secret from the rest of the guests. Suddenly, Jessie's vacation is transformed into a race to find the poisoner before he can find her. Cruises are Murder is the fifth book in the Bee's Bakehouse series. Each mystery is completely standalone.

Two santas, one dead body and a whole café full of suspects… A festive party turns sour when one of the guests is found dead. All clues point to Springdale’s butcher, Lottie Benson. She’s known for her mercurial temper and she was seen arguing with the victim only the week before. But Lottie’s friend Jessie doesn’t believe a word of it. Lottie’s all bark and no bite, and she’s never been known to hold a grudge. It looks like somebody’s setting Lottie up—but whoever it is, they’re incredibly good at covering their tracks. Can Jessie and her friends find the real killer before Lottie is charged with murder… or worse, becomes a victim herself? Mistletoe is Murder is a festive-themed murder mystery. The characters are quirky and the story revolves around the mystery. All of the Bee’s Bakehouse mysteries are standalone.

Rings… check Flowers… check Flaming wedding venue…check? Jessie Henderson has been run off her feet managing the coffee shop and looking after Springdale’s newest bridezilla. Yes, Aunt Bee has turned into a diva and she’s locked horns with several of her wedding suppliers in the weeks leading up to her wedding. Jessie doesn’t give it much after all, who’s going to blame a bride for a little meltdown here and there? She's forced to change her attitude when the venue goes up in smoke just hours before the wedding. Could somebody have targeted her beloved aunt? Jessie knows one thing for she needs to find whoever’s responsible before they strike again.

Death by… pumpkin? Springdale is bustling as everybody in town prepares for the annual Pumpkin Parade. Jessie Henderson is excited about the festivities too… until she’s talked into taking on the role of Miss Pumpkin. Jessie’s embarrassment is put into perspective when a local turns up dead during the parade. With so many people around, Jessie and Chief Daly are surprised nobody saw anything. Who was the suspicious man in black Jessie saw from her float? And why are several of the people they interview so on edge? Jessie and the chief find themselves with an unusual they have too many suspects. Can Jessie pick through the tangled web of secrets and lies to find the real killer? And will she ever be able to look at a pumpkin again?

Jessie Henderson swore she wouldn’t get involved in another investigation after what happened last time. With the new Springdale Center almost ready, she’s busy organizing the town’s first Bachelorette Ball. When a Springdale resident is found dead, Bee and the chief try to convince Jessie to get involved, but she stands firm. Until things get personal…