Sunday, April 25, 2021

Heavenly Fudge from Cleo Coyle + Haunted Bookshop Tote and #BookGiveaway



HOW WE BEGAN


As most of you know, my husband and I have been writing our Coffeehouse Mystery series for nearly 20 years. What many of you may not know is that we have been writing our 2nd series, The Haunted Bookshop Mysteries, for nearly as long. 

The first entry in our "Ghost" series was published back in 2004. We titled it The Ghost and Mrs. McClure. Does that title sound familiar? Well, that was by design because my inspiration for our series was one of my favorite ghost stories of all time, and I was happy to share with readers where my inspiration came from: The Ghost and Mrs. Muir, a novel originally published in 1945. 

BTW, I once wrote an essay on my inspiration for our Coffeehouse Mystery series, and you can see it now by clicking here. (My story will take you all the way back to 1985 New York.) And for fans of our Coffeehouse world, we have a brand-new 19th entry coming in December, titled Honey Roasted. More to come soon on that. Now back to our ghost story...


WHY WE HIT PAUSE

If you are familiar with the original Ghost and Mrs. Muir novel, then you know it is not a murder mystery, not even close. But in that tale, I saw the seeds for another. I believed a prim, young widow haunted by a gruff male ghost might just work as a dynamic sleuthing pair. And so…

With my husband as co-writer, we set out to develop that basic concept into an entertaining series of cozy murder mysteries. We were grateful to the readers who ended up loving them; and the bookstores, librarians, and reviewers who helped make every title a national bestseller. And then, after five years of writing our series, Marc and I chose to put it on hiatus. 

Our decision to "pause" our Haunted Bookshop series back in 2009 may seem like an odd one from today's perspective, but a decade ago the book business was reeling. A digital revolution had shaken the trade, and nearly everyone in it began openly speculating whether bookshops (like the one run by our amateur sleuth) would survive much longer. Some even believed that print books would disappear in a mere ten years! 

We had no crystal ball, and we could not predict whether our bookshop stories would make sense in a world that had no physical books or bookshops. So, we took a step back and focused instead on writing our bestselling Coffeehouse Mysteries. 

Fast-forward to today, and we know three things are true:

(1) Print books have not been "ghosted" and are still very much alive! 
(2) Bookstores likewise are far from dead, and...
(3) Our readers sorely missed our series! Emails, messages, and comments on posts made that clear enough. 

And since we missed our Haunted Bookshop world as much as our readers, we asked our publisher if they would support our decision to make our ghost re-appear. As you can see (in 2018), they gave us a big, fat YES, and we are grateful for it. We are even more grateful to our loyal readers, who waited so long for our Jack to come back.

AND WHO IS "OUR JACK"?

He is the wisecracking spirit of a hard-boiled private investigator who met his end in 1949 when he was gunned down in a quaint Rhode Island bookshop, the very one now owned by our amateur sleuth, Penelope Thornton-McClure, a young widow who is trying her best to raise a little boy on her own. (Jack occasionally helps with that, too.)

Gradually, the gumshoe ghost became Penelope’s invisible best friend and a handy advisor when big-city crimes come to Pen’s small town. And what a charming town it is. Quindicott is far less posh than nearby Newport, but its residents have created a neighborly community, making it a remarkably pleasant place to live, even if you happen to be dead.

We now invite you to join our earnest bookseller and her hardboiled ghost as they solve their newest mystery in The Ghost and the Haunted Portrait. This is the seventh book in our series, but you can jump right in. We write every book as a stand-alone so that new readers will not be lost. And if you enjoy our latest, you have six more titles to explore. Here they are in order. May they lift your own spirits!

CLEO COYLE'S 


The Ghost and Mrs. McClure (published in 2004)

The Ghost and the Dead Deb (2005)

The Ghost and the Dead Man’s Library (2006)

The Ghost and the Femme Fatale (2008)

The Ghost and the Haunted Mansion (2009)

The Ghost and the Bogus Bestseller (2018)


And our newest, releasing next week...









Cleo Coyle writes two
bestselling mystery
 series with her husband.
To learn more, click here.

HEAVENLY FUDGE

In honor of our Ghost re-appearing next week, Marc and I agreed a "heavenly" recipe was in order, and this fabulous fudge qualifies, for more than one reason.

While my husband was growing up, he and his brother were big fans of their mom's Christmas fudge. Marc's mom is now in heaven, but a few years ago, I wanted him to be able to enjoy her fudge again, so I took up her "add-in" holiday tradition. You see, the fudge my mother-in-law made for her son began with the basic recipe found on jars of Marshmallow Fluff, with a few exceptions. Every year she would vary what was added. Some years were walnuts or cashews, other years salted peanuts, pecans, raisins, or M&M candies.

My choice was one of my favorite nuts (the kind you eat :)). The result? Marc said my macadamia nut fudge tasted better than any of the varieties he'd eaten in past years. High praise indeed. Now you can see why this "heavenly" fudge recipe is so special to us, and why we're happy to re-share it with you. We hope you'll join us in our "spirit" of celebration, and...

May you eat with heavenly joy! 

~ Cleo




To download this heavenly recipe
in a free PDF that you can print,
save, or share, click here or
on the image below.

Click here for Cleo's free recipe PDF.




Cleo Coyle's "Heavenly!"
Chocolate Macadamia Nut Fudge*

*Recipe slightly adapted from a jar of Marshmallow Fluff and inspired by Marc's mom, Evelyn Cerasini, who now resides in Heaven.

Makes enough fudge to fill a 9x9 pan (for thicker fudge use 8x8)

Ingredients:


4 tablespoons butter
2 ½ cups white, granulated sugar
1 (5-ounce) can evaporated milk
7.5-ounce jar of Marshmallow Fluff
½ teaspoon table salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 (12-ounce) package semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 to 3/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts
(measure after chopping)

Directions:

(1) First line a 9x9 or 8x8 pan with parchment or wax paper, allowing a little extra to hang over the sides for handles. (You will use the handles to lift the fudge block out of the pan for easy cutting.) Lightly butter the paper to prevent sticking.

(2) In a medium-sized saucepan (non-stick, if possible), over low heat, melt the butter. Then add the sugar, evaporated milk, Fluff, and salt. Stir over low heat until ingredients are well blended.

(3) Increase the heat until the mixture is boiling. (Not simmering or burping but truly boiling.) Continue to boil while slowly stirring constantly, for 6 to 7 minutes (do not cut this time short). Remove from heat and let cool for about about 2 minutes. (Why? If the mixture is still boiling when you add the vanilla, the intense heat will destroy the extract's full flavor.) Now add the vanilla and chocolate chips and stir until chips are melted and everything is blended. Fold in the nuts.

(4) Pour the mixture into your prepared pan and let cool at room temperature, uncovered, for at least two hours before cutting. Store the fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to ten days. (That's in theory. Ours is always eaten long before then!)





Eat (and read) with joy!

New York Times bestselling author
of The Coffeehouse Mysteries and
Haunted Bookshop Mysteries



This is us -- Alice and Marc.
Together we write as Cleo Coyle. 

Visit our online coffeehouse here.
And follow us at these links...


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Coming May 4, 2021...

Our new mystery!



Learn more or pre-order at:


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“Jack and Pen are a terrific
duo who prove that love
can transcend anything.”

—The Mystery Reader




To learn more, visit our
online 
Haunted Bookshop
by 
clicking here.


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featuring an earnest young widow who runs a
quaint Rhode Island bookshop and the ghost
of a hardboiled PI who haunts her.
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Cleo's Haunted Bookshop

Book & Tote Giveaway!



To celebrate next week's release of our new 
Haunted Bookshop Mystery, we are 
giving away 
an autographed copy of...

The Ghost and
the Haunted Portrait

A sturdy, canvas
"Jack is Back!" tote bag.

To enter, leave a comment on
this post with your email address or
a way to contact you via Facebook.

BTW - You can follow me on
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And follow or friend our
ghost Jack on Facebook here.


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COMMENTS WILL REMAIN 
OPEN UNTIL DRAWING AT
NOON ON SATURDAY 5/1

Congrats to our winner,

KYLE MARIE!



140 comments:

  1. This fudge looks so yummy; it reminds me of the one my cousin makes.
    lenikaye(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  2. Congratulations on the very soon release of "The Ghost and the Haunted Portrait"! Thrilled that Jack is back!

    This fudge recipe is the one my Mom made for special occasions and always at Christmas. She also added special ingredients that set her fudge on a different level of yumminess.

    Thank you for the fabulous chance to win a copy of the book and the great tote. Shared and hoping to be the fortunate one selected.
    2clowns at arkansas dot net

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  3. Thanks for the background on the series. I enjoyed The Ghost and Mrs. Muir TV series. I discovered the Haunted Bookshop books a year or two ago and read them all. Because of that I found the original Ghost and Mrs Muir novel and read that also. It is a short, excellent read. LRJ

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  4. Love this series and the fudge.
    Rainonlois@aol.com
    Lois

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  5. I love Jack and Pen and can't wait to read the next installment of their story. 3labsmom(at)gmail(dot)com

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  6. I'm so glad that Jack (and bookstores) are still with us! And I can't wait to try the fudge.
    harbingerdc(at)gmail(dot)com

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  7. I just started reading your books recently and I love them.amazing and good cozy mysteries

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  8. Can't wait to read the latest!
    kozo8989(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  9. Congrats! This sounds so fun and I can’t wait to try that fudge recipe! booksnpugs (at) gmail (dot) com

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  10. That fudge looks and sounds delicious. Macadamia and walnuts are my favorite. Thanks for sharing.

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  11. will try the fudge this weekend. Cant wait for the next book, I have read them all so far.

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  12. Wonderful series! Looking forward to the new installment. I'll also be making your fudge. Macadamia nuts are my favorites! Nancy Lee Dwinell (at) g mail (dot) com - no spaces

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  13. This looks like such a fun series! Glad I stumbled upon it! emilylgulick@gmail.com

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  14. Wonderful and captivating series. Love your stories. The fudge is so enticing. saubleb(at)gmail(dot)com

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  15. I’ll be checking out this series soon! bmedrano34@yahoo.com

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  16. I like fudge but can’t do the dairy or sugar anymore
    sgiden at verizon(.)net

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  17. Fudge without the nuts as I am allergic to them. cheetahthecat1986ATgmailDOTcom

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  18. Your mystery series is unique and intriguing. Fudge is a favorite treat and your fudge looks so tempting. elliotbencan(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  19. I love fudge. Thank you for the chance.
    Jess
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  20. The fudge recipe looks delicious. This book sounds like a fun read and a book tote always comes in handy! I've read at least one other book in this series.

    Nancy
    allibrary (at) aol (dot) com

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  21. Jack is back!

    jtcgc at yahoo dot com

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  22. I am so excited that Jack is back! I discovered this series about a year ago and I have been anxiously awaiting the next in the series. Thank you for the chance to win and thank you for the yummy sounding fudge recipe. I normally think of fudge in the winter, but I think it would taste great in April too! cindystamps(at)juno(dot)com

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  23. I'm so glad you reevaluated about this series. It's a delight!
    So good to have further adventures of this intrepid duo.

    And fudge? Always a good idea!!!
    libbydodd at comcast dot net

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  24. I've read one and loved it. Waiting to read more and I am making that fudge. holdensheryl@hotmail.com

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  25. The recipe sounds yummy. I wish I could eat chocolate but due to natural caffeine in it I can't. Sob.... But I will pass the recipe on to my daughter to try it. Thank you for this chance to win. 1cow0993(at)gmail(dot)com

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  26. So glad Jack is returning! Cheers (AT) MarjimManor (dot) com

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  27. Karen B
    That was my favorite fudge recipe when I still cooked and now my son makes it for me! Would love the book and tote. :)
    kpbarnett1941(at)aol(dot)com

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  28. I am so excited that Jack is back! I love your series.

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  29. I think my waist expanded just looking at the picture of fudge!
    patdupuy@yahoo.com

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  30. I’m so excited to read this book. This series has been a favorite of mine since it’s first release! Thank you for continuing it! Mishy325(at)gmail(dot)com

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  31. I love this series, and am so glad it's back! Congratulations! Also, this fudge is one of my holiday faves. Macadamia nuts sound like a perfect addition.

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  32. thank you for the recipe. I have never made fudge before but may now give it a try.
    sandra shenton 13 at gmail dot com

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  33. Fudge makes me think of a very dear friend who loved fudge and would buy the ingredients and bring them to my Mom to make him fudge, very fond memories. lindalou64(@)live(dot)com

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  34. Jack is amazing! Can't wait to read it. Your fudge recipe looks and sounds delicious. Thank you for the chance. Donakutska7@gmail.com

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  35. This sound like such a fun series!
    Kaomelunna88@gmail.com

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  36. I really love your books and would love to win this! lindaherold999(at)gmail(dot)com

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  37. Fudge is a favorite in our house! This recipe looks like one I can make with my kids. Congrats on the upcoming book!

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  38. this all looks amazing

    tasigmund@gmail.com

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  39. Can't wait to start this series, sounds amazing. I can remember making this fudge with my Mom, it's a great no-fail recipe.
    diannekc8(at)gmail(dot)com

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  40. It was interesting to hear you hit pause on this series. I remember all of the talk about print format likely falling by the side of the road in favor of digital books. Reader and author online chats spent a lot of time discussing whether people were easily making the switch from paper to reading from a device. I still prefer holding a real book, but am grateful for the ease with which I can access a book on my phone or kindle. Both forms have their advantages and I am glad that paperbacks and hardcovers never went away.
    little lamb lst at yahoo dot com

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  41. Congratulations on your book release. I love this series and also your Coffeehouse series. Every time I want to travel to New York area, I open your books and read. Thank you.

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  42. The fudge looks great. The blurb sounds good. Thanks for the chance. I currently just read print books. jlb12563@sbcglobal.net

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  43. I have enjoyed all of your books and aM looking forward to reading the newest publication!!

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  44. I am so looking forward to reading this. I love this series, and was very excited when you began it again. If this is a duplicate post, sorry. I did the first one, and it did not seem to post, so I am doing it again.

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  45. Congratulations on your new release. I'm so excited that Jack is back. I've loved all of the previous books in the series. I can't wait to read the new book. Thank you for the fudge recipe too. Love both of your series so much. scarletbegonia5858(at)gmail(dot)com.

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  46. Fudge looks yummy! Excited to read another Jack and Penn story! Love the Coffeehouse series as well!!
    a.connolley@gmail.com

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  47. Cant wait to read this book...

    Rebelzlady@gmail.com

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  48. I'm so excited about the new book coming out. I have it preordered. I can't wait to see what pen and Jack are up to next. Joannlowehunter@aol.com

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  49. oooh fudge of all kinds is so fun to make with my boys yummy any time of year the books looks amazing! beeghly1993 (at) gmail (dot) com

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  50. I can’t wait for this book. I love noir style détectives!

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  51. That fudge looks delicious and I'd love the chance to read this book! JL_Minter (at) hotmail (dot) com

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  52. Love your work and your posts make my day better! dtaeadkins@gmail.com

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  53. As I've stated before, I have been going through Jack withdrawal!! So excited to get this next installment into my greedy little hands!! Thank you for the chance of winning! pmystery3@aol.com

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  54. I adore all your books Cleo, and would be BEYOND THRILLED to win this very special and generous giveaway!! Thank you so much for the chance! Lisa Mitchell
    Blessedfllady62@yahoo.com

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  55. I am so excited not only for the book but to try your fudge recipe too. I have loved every one of you recipes I have tried so far. Especially your Coffeehouse Doughnut Muffins! Thank you so very much for all you do for all of your fans and mystery readers! Julie Polacek
    j.polacek@hotmail.com

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  56. Looks like great cozy mystery. And I can’t wait to try that recipe .

    xzjh04(at) gmail.com

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  57. That fudge sounds amazing! TgrJade@gmail.com

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  58. Looking forward to reading this...vrfamilyvp1979@yahoo.com

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  59. I love The Haunted Bookshop series! I'm so glad you decided to continue writing them. As a matter of fact, I am reading The Ghost and Mrs. McClure right now! I've previously read The Ghost and the Femme Fatale (out of order - I know!). Looking forward to reading more in the series. rwilson(at)ws4r(dot)com.

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  60. Fun and interesting post on why the series was paused. I'm glad it's back! Thanks for the recipe as well. aut1063(at)gmail(dot)com

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  61. I can't wait for the next book to be released!! It is also the day of my 2nd COVID shot. Tote bags like this are very handy now that we have to bring our own bags to stores. Tell Jack I have missed him!! egoehner(at)roadrunner(dot)com

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  62. I have six more weeks before I hit the "two weeks after the second shot" mark. I'm going through books like crazy and can't wait for these new ones. Keep them coming.

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  63. Oh I can't wait for this book!!! Pictorvia411@gmail.com

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  64. I have this preordered as an audio book. Ready for a great listen centraleast2 at gmail dot com

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  65. Hey there. So excited for this new read. I love Jack and Claire and all your books and your recipes are delicious. My taste buds drooled over the fudge. Will for sure make that. Thanks for sharing. Love you guys.

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  66. Yay!! I can't wait to get back to Quindicott with Jack and Pen again! I'm afraid that I had lost track of time and hadn't realized that the release date was next week. So I am glad for the reminder. Also glad for the fudge recipe. I go nuts over fudgy stuff, so this is one that will be close to the top of my list of recipes to try.

    Blackfur1129(at)aol(dot)com

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  67. Can't wait to visit this world again! I'll DM my contact info in FB messenger. TY!

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  68. I cannot even wait!!! I love me some Jack and Pen!! I enjoyed reading the background of how they are based on The Ghost and Mrs. Muir.
    capegirl19@aol.com

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  69. Do you two have any idea how difficult it is to not lick my screen when I see that fudge? I know it wouldn't be dignified, but sheesh, toss in a good cup of coffee, and I'm rolling over and giving you my belly!
    2harts98@gmail.com
    Tracy Hartman

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  70. Just added marshmallow fluff to my shopping list! So happy to welcome your newest "baby."
    machadofam8@gmail.com

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  71. Thanks for the chance to win ! Katherinestamps at msn dot com

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  72. What are the three most exciting words a woman can hear? "I love you?" Not THIS woman! For me, they're, "JACK IS BACK!" ��

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  73. I’m so excited that Jack’s back! The fudge recipe sounds similar to my mom’s. I may have to make it so I have something f to snack on while I’m reading Jack and Pen’s new adventure.

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  74. Yay! I'm so glad you continued on with the series. Congrats on the new release. I LOVE fudge, thank you for sharing. I can't wait to hang out with Jack again. konecny7(at)gmail (dot) com

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  75. Yes. Yes. Yes. Love this series. Downeastfall @yahoo.com.

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  76. ooh fudge. unfortunately chocolate no longer agrees with me.
    wskwared(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  77. The fudge looks yummy. Looking forward to trying it and reading your books. bella_ringer@hotmail.com

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  78. I am so happy Jack is back. this is one of my favorite series, and I was missing Jack after the last book in 2009. I was thrilled when he came back in 2018, and I am so excited to read the newest adventure. Thanks for the chance to win. frauenb@gmail.com

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  79. Thanks so much for the yummy recipe. So looking forward to the new book 😎
    Beckydooley39@gmail.com

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  80. Wow I am so excited about your new release it has been awhile since I read one of your books. The recipe sounds so good and I made one of your breads and took it with us out to Ca before covid and my family loved it. We are going out again so will make my son a few of your deserts and then it will make up slightly for me being in Ia and him in Ca although we are moving out there hubby may not like it but that is what he promised when he retires. Gotta be with my family especially all those grandbabies! peggy clayton ptclayton2@aol.com

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  81. Congratulations on the book. I love fudge with nuts, but I can't eat as much as I used to. Darn. I do have fond memories of family gatherings where fudge was in abundance. bluedawn95864 at gmail dot com

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  82. I am so happ;y Jack is back. I love all of your books and characters. Looking forward to reading more. bbkcal at gmail dot com. Thank you!

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  83. I love The Ghost and Mrs. Muir. I haven't read amy of this series, but it sounds terrific. sue.stoner72@yahoo.com.

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  84. Can't post on today's page.
    These sound like brownies to die for. Jack would like that!

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  85. Joining my voice to the chorus celebrating Jack's return! Looking forward to seeing what they're up to now! That fudge is one of our favorites too. vakessen at yahoodotmail.

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  86. I love these books. Jack is so reminiscent of the old detective books I read as a kid!

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  87. I love these books! So glad that Jack is coming back. Merry he have many more returns!

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  88. Love the "behind the scenes" information. Thank you for the yummy recipe AND the chance to win. madamhawk at gmail dot com

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  89. So excited to read this book! I have all of your books in this series. Will try this recipe this week! Thanks for the chance!!

    jarjm1980(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  90. Love the coffeehouse mystery series. looking forward to trying this!

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  91. Fudge delight! With coffee!

    karen.wolfinger2@gmail.com

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  92. Your fudge reminds me of my mom's fudge. I'm going to have to make some. I may only be able to eat one piece a day but, it will be worth it.
    lkish77123 at gmail dot com

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  93. I am so excited for May 4 so I can read the new release, the ghost and the haunted portrait!

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  94. I am fascinated and impressed with the quotes you use at the beginning of each chapter. Such a vast variety of sources.
    Love the humor in your books and I have a major crush on Jack.

    LaurasReadingBlog AT gmail DOT com

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  95. I am so glad you started writing this series again I am patiently waiting for it to come out! The fudge looks amazing and I can’t wait to try your recipe! I love the tote! edtercross7304 (at) yahoo (dot) com

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  96. I would love to have the tote bag! Can you have #Jack whisp through it before mailing? robinswebhotmailcom

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  97. I loved the Ghost and Mrs Muir (TV version, not the movie), so I'm looking forward to seeing your twist on the tale =)

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  98. Just dropping in to THANK YOU ALL so much for joining our little pre-release party for The Ghost and the Haunted Portrait. We are excited to have Jack and Pen back for a new adventure, and we hope you all enjoy the fun.

    Cheers for the comments and the support. (The tote bag is really cool, too.) The comments will remain open until Saturday 5/1 at Noon, when we’ll do the drawing, good luck!

    Like the Terminator, I'll be back... :)

    ~ Cleo
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  99. Love all your books and looking forward to reading about Jack's new escapade.

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  100. Love the post.candykennedy555@gmail.com

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  101. I love this series and have read every book. Glad Jack and Pen are back and looking forward to reading this one.
    kmdh54@charter.net

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  102. I loved the Jack and Pen books and cannot wait to read this new one.
    Vickiela3@hotmail.com

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  103. I love your Coffeehouse series and I discovered the Haunted Bookshop series in 2017 (just in time for The Ghost and the Bogus Bestseller). I am looking forward to reading the latest book! kapw(at)iquest(dot)net

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  104. I can't wait to read this newest release. Love Jack lol. Pen is great too. nvictoria77(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  105. I am have (im)patiently waiting for this book! I need more of my favorite spooktacular private eye!

    Hiyaworld(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  106. I can't wait!!! Love, love, love this series! I follow you on Facebook.

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  107. Another series to add to my TBR. I follow you and Jack on Facebook. pgenest57 at aol dot com

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  108. Been a Jack fan since the beginning! Love all your books! gatesnurse@yahoo.com

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  109. I can hardly wait until Mon. when I can read the new Jack and Pen book! I have it pre-ordered on my e-book, but I'd love to have a signed copy for my physical book shelf! I love the tote, too. I have some signed books, but you, Cleo and Marc, are my favorite and I don't have any of the signed Haunted Bookshop books yet.I do cherish the one I have of the Coffehouse book you sent me! Thanks for the chance!

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  110. Been checking everyday to see if I can download it yet(one can hope can't they?) Been ready for this one for a long time.

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  111. I am so excited for this ! Is it wrong that I put my name in for this hold before my library customers?? I'm so glad that Jack is back ! Wendy West on Facebook

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  112. I love a good fudge recipe, and I love Jack and Pen! Can't wait to read the new book! bunkielisa at Gmail dot com

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  113. Love fudge and looking forward to this new book
    lhallson@shaw.ca

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  114. It's almost release day!!! Can't wait!
    meg85242 (@) Gmail dot com

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  115. I am re reading all the previous books before this new one comes out. I could not find on my bookshelves so I re orderd all of them, sure do hope to win this new one. Fabulous cover queenvictoria50@aol.com

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  116. Love this series, and can’t wait for the new one! Fudge looks good, but as a newly diagnosed diabetic, not on the approved list...yet! Good luck with sales!

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    1. Sorry, forgot my email! macathe@yahoo.com

      I forget everything when I think about new books 😂

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  117. I'm so happy to see this series back! Can't wait to read the new book :) mariec at cgocable dot ca

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  118. I just finished The Ghost and Mrs. McClure a few weeks ago! So glad Jack is back! Also, the cover is stunning! (jaimie.cura@gmail.com)

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  119. So glad we get another haunted bookshop book. I could hardly wait for the 2018 book and can't wait for this new one!!
    Richdragons at gmail dot com

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  120. That fudge looks wonderful! I definitely missed Jack and Pen and can't wait for the new book ☺️ marilarue32372(at)yahoo.com

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  121. Thank you for writing another Haunted Bookshop Mystery! I drive long commutes almost everyday and listening to Jack’s and Pen’s adventures makes my ride more fun. I will be making your fudge soon. It reads delicious!
    Bernadette.Terry@gmail.com

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  122. Sherry from TexasMay 1, 2021 at 8:39 AM

    It's been a long time coming, but I'm glad Jack's back! Pre-ordered and can't wait! Thank you.

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  123. Congratulations. I am looking forward to this book. jcook22@yahoo.com

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  124. Yay! Can’t wait 😁😁😁 Thanks!!

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  125. I loved the Ghost and Mrs. Muir movie and even the tv show. I’ve been a fan of Jack since the beginning and am excited for a new one.

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  126. Excited about the Haunted Bookshop series. It's new to me so I look forward to bingeing through the backlist. krmn67@yahoo.com

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  127. I can't wait! I love all of your books. alysia116@gmail.com

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  128. I’m so excited that I will have a new Haunted Bookshop book to read soon. I have four of the old ones in my car to re-read (I had lent them to my mom to read years ago and found them as we were downsizing their home. Great luck for me.) after I read your newest. Both of your series are great re-reads.

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  129. Oops, forgot my email address above: FabriCatz@aol.com

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  130. today was the first time the give away showed up on my page. I'm probably too late but I'll try anyway. Looking forward to the new release. rgp1950@yahoo.com

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  131. I'm so happy you chose to bring Jack back. I love this series as well as the coffee house series.
    Joannlowehunter@aol.com

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  132. Thanks to ALL OF YOU for joining our little pre-release party. We appreciate all of your wonderful comments. We wish we could give our prize package to every one of you (maybe someday)! In the meantime, the winner of our new Haunted Bookshop Mystery and the JACK IS BACK tote bag has been randomly selected. Congrats to KyleMarie!

    Marc and I thank you all again for joining us. We're excited about having a brand-new Haunted Bookshop title, and so glad that many of you are too. Whether you're a new reader or longtime lover of our Haunted Bookshop world, we hope you all enjoy THE GHOST AND THE HAUNTED PORTRAIT.

    Our best to you,

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  133. I am glad Jack is back. Looking forward to reading this book. The fudge looks yummy. lhxp73@yahoo.com

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  134. I like the books, and the recipes are always an extra bonus. I've tried a few of the myself. I already follow you on Facebook where you can find me

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  135. I am so glad Jack is back . I will have to make some fudge to eat while reading and maybe a beverage. Nancyhallenbeck@gmail.com

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