* SIX SUSPENSEFUL MYSTERIES * CAST OF BELOVED CHARACTERS * DOZENS OF TWISTS & TURNS * 2500+ 5-STAR SERIES REVIEWS “Terrific series! The characters are awesome! I can't stop reading! I don't want these books to end!” Take a suspense-filled Appalachian journey with Abit Bradshaw and Della Kincaid, two unlikely partners who work together to right wrongs, fight corruption, and solve crimes. Along the way, they experience love, loss, and abiding friendship. "FIVE STARS! Lynda McDaniel has that wonderfully appealing way of weaving a story." ~Deb, Amazon Hall of Fame Top 100 Reviewer A LIFE FOR A LIFE #1 "The most satisfying mystery I've read in ages." ~Joan Nienhuis, Top 1% of Reviewers on Goodreads Laurel Falls, N.C., 1985: I was done with being a crime reporter in Washington, D.C., tired of all the violence. So I packed up and moved to Laurel Falls, N.C. Peace and quiet—until I found the body. The sheriff called it a suicide. No way. Trouble was, without my usual sources, how much of an investigation could I pull off? But my neighbor Abit Bradshaw and I teamed up and cooked up a plan to solve that crime. Of course plans rarely pan out the way you think. ~Della Kincaid THE ROADS TO DAMASCUS #2 "I absolutely devoured this book! " ~Cynthia Williams Laurel Falls, N.C. 1989: I couldn’t believe I was in trouble again. I’d finally got what I’d always wanted—return to school—then lost it. It all started when a family of con artists stole our money and good intentions. Trying to find them again took everything I had—and then some. ~Abit Bradshaw WELCOME THE LITTLE CHILDREN #3 "I've come to think of these characters as cherished friends.” ~L. G. Yaldezian Laurel Falls, N.C. 1994: I would never have risked so much if it hadn’t been for Astrid Holt. She brightened things at Coburn’s General Store every time she stopped by for recipe ideas—at eight years old! So when Astrid’s mother disappeared—lost in the woods? kidnapped? murdered?—how could Abit Bradshaw and I turn our backs on her? ~Della Kincaid MURDER BALLAD BLUES #4 "A riveting mystery designed to keep readers on their toes." ~Midwest Book Review Laurel Falls, N.C. 2005: Our small town is in an uproar—there’s a serial killer on the loose in the mountains of N.C. At first we thought it was just one tragedy, but by the third murder, the FBI finally got involved. Trouble is, I know they’re looking in all the wrong places. Della Kincaid is helping, and we can only hope the FBI will listen to us … before the culprits strike again. ~Abit Bradshaw DEEP IN THE FOREST #5 “Deserves a spot in any mystery collection.” ~Midwest Book Review Hampshire, England, 2006: I should've known not to visit Nigel Steadman; trouble followed him closer than his shadow. He roped me into doing some undercover work, and next thing I knew gunslingers, kidnappers, and thieves highjacked my vacation and turned it into a nightmare. Now I’m in a makeshift jail, and it feels like I’ll never see Fiona and the boys again. ~Abit Bradshaw UP THE CREEK #6 “FIVE STARS. Lynda McDaniel writes magical stories. She brings out the very best in her characters.” ~Joyce Davis Laurel Falls, N.C., 2009: Life on the farm was pretty much one day the same as the next—until that stranger showed up. I figured that big gash on the back is what stole his memory. But how did he get that wound? And who was after him? It wasn’t ‘til Della Kincaid put her crime-reporter skills to work that we got to the bottom of everything. And I do mean bottom. Things sunk pretty low before we started getting at the truth. ~Abit Bradshaw If you love Jacqueline Winspear, Sue Grafton, and Cheryl Bradshaw (no relation to Abit Bradshaw that we know of), you're sure to enjoy the Appalachian Mountain Mysteries series. Get all six books now and find out why critics and readers are praising Lynda McDaniel's unique voice in mystery writing.

* THREE SUSPENSEFUL MYSTERIES * CAST OF BELOVED CHARACTERS * DOZENS OF TWISTS & TURNS * 2500+ 5-STAR SERIES REVIEWS “Terrific series! The characters are awesome! I can't stop reading! I don't want these books to end!” Take a suspense-filled Appalachian journey with Abit Bradshaw and Della Kincaid, two unlikely partners who work together to right wrongs, fight corruption, and solve crimes. Along the way, they experience love, loss, and abiding friendship. "FIVE STARS! Lynda McDaniel has that wonderfully appealing way of weaving a story." ~Deb, Amazon Hall of Fame Top 100 Reviewer A LIFE FOR A LIFE #1 "The most satisfying mystery I've read in ages." ~Joan Nienhuis, Top 1% of Reviewers on Goodreads Laurel Falls, N.C., 1985: I was done with being a crime reporter in Washington, D.C., tired of all the violence. So I packed up and moved to Laurel Falls, N.C. Peace and quiet—until I found the body. The sheriff called it a suicide. No way. Trouble was, without my usual sources, how much of an investigation could I pull off? But my neighbor Abit Bradshaw and I teamed up and cooked up a plan to solve that crime. Of course plans rarely pan out the way you think. ~Della Kincaid THE ROADS TO DAMASCUS #2 "I absolutely devoured this book! " ~Cynthia Williams Laurel Falls, N.C. 1989: I couldn’t believe I was in trouble again. I’d finally got what I’d always wanted—return to school—then lost it. It all started when a family of con artists stole our money and good intentions. Trying to find them again took everything I had—and then some. ~Abit Bradshaw WELCOME THE LITTLE CHILDREN #3 "I've come to think of these characters as cherished friends.” ~L. G. Yaldezian Laurel Falls, N.C. 1994: I would never have risked so much if it hadn’t been for Astrid Holt. She brightened things at Coburn’s General Store every time she stopped by for recipe ideas—at eight years old! So when Astrid’s mother disappeared—lost in the woods? kidnapped? murdered?—how could Abit Bradshaw and I turn our backs on her? ~Della Kincaid If you love Jacqueline Winspear, Sue Grafton, and Cheryl Bradshaw (no relation to Abit Bradshaw that we know of), you're sure to enjoy the Appalachian Mountain Mysteries series. Get all three books now and find out why critics and readers are praising Lynda McDaniel's unique voice in mystery writing.

Death By A HoneyBee Josiah Reynolds is a beekeeper trying to stay afloat by selling honey at the Farmers' Market. Her world is turned upside down when a body is found in her beeyard. Alas, the victim is her nemesis. Police call the death murder with Josiah the prime suspect! Fighting an unknown enemy in the world of Thoroughbreds, oak-cured bourbon, and antebellum mansions, Josiah struggles to uncover the truth in a land that keeps its secrets well. Death By Drowning As she recovers from serious injuries after her fall down a cliff with O'nan, Josiah is again sleuthing. Her friend, Irene Meckler, asks Josiah to investigate the death of her nephew which was ruled accidental. Irene has her doubts. Will Josiah discover the real reason for the death of her friend's nephew? As Josiah fights to recover, she seeks the truth regarding a youth and the secret of how he died. Josiah searches in a land that doesn't let go of its past easily. The past never dies in Kentucky - the dark and bloody ground. Death By Bridle Josiah is back on the trail of murder. Arthur Aaron Greene is one of Kentucky’s most prominent horsemen but is found hanging from horse barn rafters with stones in his pockets and a bucket of water under his feet. The only witness is a nine year old boy who can’t remember what happened. Relentless in her pursuit of the killer, Josiah stumbles into decades of lies and deceit that include her dear friend, Lady Elsmere. Josiah must go back to 1962 if she is to find the truth, while making the rounds of quirky characters found only in the Bluegrass. Josiah struggles to uncover truth in a land that keeps its secrets well. Death By Bourbon Life takes a dramatic turn for Josiah when she witnesses a death at a party for Matt, her best friend. Socialite Addison DeWitt falls into a fit after taking a sip of bourbon. That would be upsetting enough, but Josiah is sure it is murder. However, no one will believe her except for Lady Elsmere and mystery writer Meriah Caldwell. The three conspire to bring the murderer to justice. The suspect is always three steps ahead of them. Worse still, Josiah's daughter, Asa moves to London, Franklin leaves town, and Jake starts singing a different tune. Josiah doubts her ability to meet the future alone. Maybe it's time to sell the Butterfly and move to Florida. But Josiah knows there is justice and then there is Kentucky justice. Death By Lotto Ethel Bradley thinks someone is trying to kill her, but doesn’t know who or why. She enlists the help of her childhood friend, Lady Elsmere who has troubles of her own in the form of a ne’er-do-well English nephew who’s trying to steal her estate. Both women turn to Josiah. Josiah calls Detective Goetz who recommends a shamus named Walter Neff. Walter and Josiah scour the Bluegrass for answers that turn out to be deadly. What’s worse, Fred O’Nan (a rogue cop who tried to kill Josiah) is free and gunning for her. Josiah, full of sass and vinegar, meets these challenges head on with the support of her friends, Franklin and Matt. Will Josiah be thwarted this time? Death By Chocolate Ginny Wheelwright begs Josiah to solve the disappearance of her son, Dwight. Josiah delves into Dwight's world of white picket fences and tidy lawns and discovers that it hides dangerous secrets, leading Josiah to the edge of the beautiful Cumberland Falls. All the while, O'Nan, Josiah's nemesis, plans his revenge on the woman he thinks ruined his life. This time he gets close. So close that someone is going to die. Will Josiah survive the thundering waters of the Cumberland Falls, or will O'Nan push our brave Josiah over the Falls to meet her maker? One thing is sure, when Josiah and O'Nan clash at Cumberland Falls, one of them will die. As Josiah always says – there is justice and then there is Kentucky justice. If you like mysteries from Jana DeLeon, CeeCee James, Kathi Daley, Lynn Cahoon, Sally Berneathy, Tonya Kappes, Cindy Bell, Vikki Walton, Dianne Harmon, Janet Evanovich, Krista Davis, Leighann Dobbs, Heather Hoffman, Laurien Berenson, Hope Callaghan, and Leslie Langtry, you will love the Josiah Reynolds Mysteries by Abigail Keam.

* SIX SUSPENSEFUL MYSTERIES * CAST OF BELOVED CHARACTERS * DOZENS OF TWISTS & TURNS * 2500+ 5-STAR SERIES REVIEWS “Terrific series! The characters are awesome! I can't stop reading! I don't want these books to end!” Take a suspense-filled Appalachian journey with Abit Bradshaw and Della Kincaid, two unlikely partners who work together to right wrongs, fight corruption, and solve crimes. Along the way, they experience love, loss, and abiding friendship. "FIVE STARS! Lynda McDaniel has that wonderfully appealing way of weaving a story." ~Deb, Amazon Hall of Fame Top 100 Reviewer A LIFE FOR A LIFE #1 "The most satisfying mystery I've read in ages." ~Joan Nienhuis, Top 1% of Reviewers on Goodreads Laurel Falls, N.C., 1985: I was done with being a crime reporter in Washington, D.C., tired of all the violence. So I packed up and moved to Laurel Falls, N.C. Peace and quiet—until I found the body. The sheriff called it a suicide. No way. Trouble was, without my usual sources, how much of an investigation could I pull off? But my neighbor Abit Bradshaw and I teamed up and cooked up a plan to solve that crime. Of course plans rarely pan out the way you think. ~Della Kincaid THE ROADS TO DAMASCUS #2 "I absolutely devoured this book! " ~Cynthia Williams Laurel Falls, N.C. 1989: I couldn’t believe I was in trouble again. I’d finally got what I’d always wanted—return to school—then lost it. It all started when a family of con artists stole our money and good intentions. Trying to find them again took everything I had—and then some. ~Abit Bradshaw WELCOME THE LITTLE CHILDREN #3 "I've come to think of these characters as cherished friends.” ~L. G. Yaldezian Laurel Falls, N.C. 1994: I would never have risked so much if it hadn’t been for Astrid Holt. She brightened things at Coburn’s General Store every time she stopped by for recipe ideas—at eight years old! So when Astrid’s mother disappeared—lost in the woods? kidnapped? murdered?—how could Abit Bradshaw and I turn our backs on her? ~Della Kincaid MURDER BALLAD BLUES #4 "A riveting mystery designed to keep readers on their toes." ~Midwest Book Review Laurel Falls, N.C. 2005: Our small town is in an uproar—there’s a serial killer on the loose in the mountains of N.C. At first we thought it was just one tragedy, but by the third murder, the FBI finally got involved. Trouble is, I know they’re looking in all the wrong places. Della Kincaid is helping, and we can only hope the FBI will listen to us … before the culprits strike again. ~Abit Bradshaw DEEP IN THE FOREST #5 “Deserves a spot in any mystery collection.” ~Midwest Book Review Hampshire, England, 2006: I should've known not to visit Nigel Steadman; trouble followed him closer than his shadow. He roped me into doing some undercover work, and next thing I knew gunslingers, kidnappers, and thieves highjacked my vacation and turned it into a nightmare. Now I’m in a makeshift jail, and it feels like I’ll never see Fiona and the boys again. ~Abit Bradshaw UP THE CREEK #6 “FIVE STARS. Lynda McDaniel writes magical stories. She brings out the very best in her characters.” ~Joyce Davis Laurel Falls, N.C., 2009: Life on the farm was pretty much one day the same as the next—until that stranger showed up. I figured that big gash on the back is what stole his memory. But how did he get that wound? And who was after him? It wasn’t ‘til Della Kincaid put her crime-reporter skills to work that we got to the bottom of everything. And I do mean bottom. Things sunk pretty low before we started getting at the truth. ~Abit Bradshaw If you love Jacqueline Winspear, Sue Grafton, and Cheryl Bradshaw (no relation to Abit Bradshaw that we know of), you're sure to enjoy the Appalachian Mountain Mysteries series. Get all six books now and find out why critics and readers are praising Lynda McDaniel's unique voice in mystery writing.

This comprehensive bibliography includes books written about or set in Appalachia from the 18th century to the present. Titles represent the entire region as defined by the Appalachian Regional Commission, including portions of 13 states stretching from southern New York to northern Mississippi. The bibliography is arranged in alphabetical order by author, and each title is accompanied by an annotation, most of which include composite reviews and critical analyses of the work. All classic genres of children's literature are represented.

Dive into the hilarious and heartwarming world of middle school with the Origami Yoda series! This captivating 6-book collection follows the adventures of Dwight, a quirky sixth grader who creates an origami Yoda puppet that dispenses surprisingly wise advice to his classmates. Key Features: * Humor and Relatability: Packed with laugh-out-loud moments and relatable middle school scenarios, these books are perfect for young readers navigating the ups and downs of school life. * Unique Concept: The ingenious idea of a paper Yoda offering sage advice adds a delightful twist that will captivate both kids and Star Wars fans. * Engaging Characters: Meet a diverse cast of characters, each with their own unique quirks and stories, making it easy for readers to find someone to connect with. * Life Lessons: Through the whimsical wisdom of Origami Yoda, the series subtly imparts valuable lessons about friendship, courage, and self-acceptance. * Interactive Fun: Includes instructions for making your own origami creations, adding an interactive and creative element to the reading experience. Join Dwight and his friends as they navigate the challenges of middle school with the help of Origami Yoda's mysterious and often funny guidance. Perfect for fans of humor, adventure, and a touch of the Force! A not so long time ago, in a galaxy not so far away. . . Here are the books included in this set: See the mystery of Origami Yoda unfurl in The Strange Case of Origami Yoda. Watch Tommy learn to stand up for himself and others in Darth Paper Strikes Back. Find out where Dwight went in The Secret of the Fortune Wookie. Join the newly formed Rebel Alliance to combat mind-numbing standardized testing in The Surprise Attack of Jabba the Puppett. Negotiate with Principal Rabbski in Princess Labelmaker to the Rescue!. Finally, travel with Tommy and his friends to Washington, DC, where they must learn to survive without origami, in Emperor Pickletine Rides the Bus. Plus, make origami Star Wars characters at home with the help of step-by-step guides found in every book!