Author Michelle L Clifton / Salty Inspirations

09/06/2025

Today on the blog, I’m chatting with special guest, Claudia Grant, boutique owner, dress designer, and reluctant sleuth from Pleats & Poison by Lucinda Race.

Come meet Claudia and see what she has to say about fashion, family, and a ghostly sidekick here:

Step into Pleats & Poison! Meet Claudia, boutique owner and reluctant sleuth, in this cozy mystery interview with author Lucinda Race.

09/02/2025

A luxury vacation in the Galápagos should mean cocktails and sunsets… not murder. 🐢🔍 This week on Salty Inspirations, Sharon Marchisello introduces Giovanna in Murder at Leisure Dreams! Come meet this character and peek inside the story - here

Salty Inspirations features Giovanna Rogers from Murder at Leisure Dreams – Galapagos by Sharon Marchisello, a cozy mystery.

09/02/2025

Thank you so much, Mitiz! 💕 I’m thrilled you enjoyed Party Planning for Murder! It means the world to hear you felt drawn into the twists, turns, and cozy moments along the way. 🕵️‍♀️✨

Are you interested in a book that only gets better the more you read?

Look no further, as I have an excellent book recommendation for you. Check out Michelle Clifton's remarkable book, "Party Planning For Murder."

Party Planning For Murder is a book that immerses you in a world where every clue leads to another twist, and every suspect has a story to tell. With its blend of charm, suspense, and heartwarming moments, Party Planning for Murder is the perfect escape for cozy mystery fans.

This book is a must-read for anyone seeking a fast-paced cozy mystery that's packed with twists, secrets, and just the right dash of romance.

"Party Planning For Murder." Click the link to get your copy now: https://www.amazon.com/Party-Planning-Murder-OKelly-Mystery-ebook/dp/B0D7NZ5KNR

If you want to know more about the Author, please check out the website: https://saltyinspirations.com/

08/29/2025

This week on Salty Inspirations, we’re welcoming Nellie H. Steele and her book Murder Most Eastern! Set along Maine’s beautiful coast, it promises small-town secrets, suspense, and plenty of atmosphere.
Come meet the story and the setting

Salty Inspirations features Murder Most Eastern by Nellie H. Steele, a cozy Maine mystery with real landmarks and small-town secrets..

08/18/2025

🍂 Murder, mystery… and a hearty bowl of stew! 🍲
I’m so excited to feature bestselling author T.C. LoTempio and her new cozy mystery A Dish Best Served Dead on the blog today. She even shared a perfect-for-fall recipe—Chef Adelaide’s Hearty Beef Stew!

Try Chef Adelaide’s Hearty Beef Stew from A Dish Best Served Dead by T.C. LoTempio, cozy comfort food for fall and fans of culinary mysteries.

08/15/2025

Today is the first day of St. Michael’s Lent. A devotion close to my heart as an Irish Catholic, and something my protagonist also observes. 🌿
I wrote a post about the history, St. Francis’s connection, and why it’s a perfect spiritual countdown from the Assumption to Michaelmas.

Discover St. Michael’s Lent, a 40-day devotion from Aug 15 to Sept 29, linking the Assumption of Mary with the Feast of St. Michael the Archangel.

08/14/2025

Meet Gabby Heart — artist, mom, and accidental sleuth in Lost Heart in King Manor!

Get a sneak peek into Gabby’s world of family secrets, romantic drama, and stormy coastal mysteries in today’s guest character post. If you love suspense with heart, this one’s for you.

📅 Mark your calendars: My full review of Lost Heart in King Manor goes live August 24th!

Read more about Gabby and her adventures here https://saltyinspirations.com/lost-heart-in-king-manor-by-celeste-fenton/ and get ready for a thrilling read!

Gabby Heart’s coastal mystery adventure in Lost Heart in King Manor mixes suspense, romance, and secrets in a storm-battered estate.

08/12/2025

🌟 Book Spotlight + Giveaway! 🌟

Step back to 1970s California with Turning Toward Eden by Cate Touryan — a heartfelt coming-of-age mystery full of secrets, faith, and courage. When young Eden gets caught in a web of suspicion and danger, will she uncover the truth before it’s too late?

🎉 BONUS: Enter to win a $25 Amazon gift card! 🎉

Check out the full spotlight post here https://saltyinspirations.com/turning-toward-eden-by-cate-touryan/ and don’t miss your chance to enter the giveaway!

Turning Toward Eden by Cate Touryan – 1970s California mystery, coming-of-age drama, and a $25 Amazon gift card giveaway.

08/09/2025

📅 Fall is filling up with cozy mystery fun! From giveaways to book signings and live podcasts, there’s something for every reader.

Check out all my upcoming events and where you can meet me in person or online https://saltyinspirations.com/fall-2025-author-events-michelle-l-clifton/

Can’t wait to see you there! 🍁🔍📚

Fall Into Cozy Mysteries: Join Michelle L. Clifton at Upcoming Events & Giveaways! Cozy mysteries, author talks, book signings, and live podcasts

08/08/2025

Countdown to TropiCon! I’m thrilled to join an incredible lineup of authors for this cozy, book-filled weekend. Get your tickets now and come say hi! I’ll have books, laughs, and plenty of mystery in store!
🎟 Grab your ticket here: https://events.eventgroove.com/event/Tropicon25-Pensacola-Beach-Book-Expo-Writing-102327?fbclid=IwY2xjawMCTVFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHhXP7ex83fKTJt6dVDGqANrhXdgN3gQ-tiVIm26omx4ouxQbdRoH8n6IeBc4_aem_mEK3LZpFQ7EHkfs3wRVy4g

08/06/2025

Today on Salty Inspirations, we’re diving into the world of Solid Gold Murder with guest author Ellen Byron, but not in the way you might expect... Come meet Dee, the lead in this cozy mystery.

Meet Dee from Solid Gold Murder by Ellen Byron in this cozy character interview, part of the Salty Inspirations guest author spotlight series!