An Ex to Grind in Deadwood (Deadwood Humorous Mystery Book 5) Paperback – September 4, 2014 (52 page)

Boot Points

(
A Short Story from the Deadwood Humorous Mystery Series
)

A short collection to entertain and add background story for more Deadwood fun!

Overview…

It’s not really about the boots … or is it?

BOOT POINTS is a set of short tales about Violet Parker’s purple boots. It is set in the story time between the third and fourth books in the Deadwood Mystery series. Each tale not only explains more of Violet’s history, but also shows the role each character plays in Violet’s life.

In addition to this short story, there is a deleted scene from Nearly Departed in Deadwood, the first book in the Deadwood Mystery Series. Also, there are three short stories called "Dancing with Dialogue," "Rainstorms," and "Metro Madness" pulled from Ann's short story vault.

The Jackrabbit Junction Mystery Series

Dance of the Winnebagos

(Book 1)

Bestseller in Women Sleuth Mystery and Romantic Suspense!

“Ann Charles delivers laugh-out-loud dialogue, unforgettable characters, and pulse-pounding suspense.”

~Vicki Lewis Thompson, New York Times Bestselling Author

“…two thumbs up and a standing ovation for laughs, sighs, thrills, and an excellently crafted mystery.”

~Maxwell Cynn, Thrillers Rock Twitter Reviews and Author of The Collective

Overview…

When Claire’s grandfather and his army buddies converge in the Arizona desert to find new wives, it’s her thankless job to keep them out of trouble with the opposite sex.

But when she finds a human leg bone and partners with a reluctant geotechnician to dig up secrets from the past, trouble finds her. If she doesn’t stop digging, she could end up dead.

Jackrabbit Junction Jitters

(Book 2)

Top Rated in Women Sleuth Mystery and Romantic Suspense

“Ann Charles does it again.
Jackrabbit Junction Jitters
has all my favorite things—sassy, real characters, laugh out loud dialogue, a twisty, compelling mystery, and sizzling romantic chemistry. Can’t wait for the next installment.”

~Terri L. Austin, Author of
Diners, Dives and Dead Ends

“
Jackrabbit Junction Jitters
had me twisted in laughter and anticipation. Just when I thought I had it all figured out, Ann throws in another hook. Mayhem, Mystery and Mommy Dearest moments—Ann Charles is truly the Mystery Maven of 2012!”

~Kriss Morton-Weekley, The Cabin Goddess Reviews

Overview…

Claire is back, raining trouble throughout Jackrabbit Junction in another fast-paced, fun, sexy suspense.

A burglar is on the loose! Claire wastes no time forming suspicions, but she’s sidetracked by a treasure hunt.

Even with help from her boyfriend, Claire is swirling in a whirlpool of chaos. Throw her crazy sister into the torrent, along with an angst-ridden teen, a jittery bride, and some randy old men, and Claire struggles just to keep a toehold in the current.

Then her mother arrives…

The Great Jackalope Stampede

(Book 3)

Top Rated in Women Sleuth Mystery and Romantic Suspense

“A laugh-out-loud randy and rowdy mystery. Ann Charles’ complex characters, witty and ribald dialogue, and cleverly intertwined plot twists will keep you turning the pages.”

~Chanticleer Book Reviews

“Cool characters, a clever mystery, and tons of laughs—The Great Jackalope Stampede delivers them all!

~Gemma Halliday, New York Times bestselling author of the High Heels Mysteries

Overview…

Not since the Great Jackalope Stampede of ’58 has tumbleweed-choked Jackrabbit Junction, Arizona seen so much action. Claire Morgan is determined to unravel the mystery behind a stolen treasure before goons come gunning for it—and her family. But all the strangers roaming around town have her anxiety red-lining. Then her mother shows up …

Acknowledgments

By this point in the series, you know that I can wax on and on in thank-you verbiage. This time, I’m going to try to keep this short and sweet.

Thank you to my wonderful critique partners, first-draft and second-draft readers, editor, and beta readers. You all have helped make this book a romping fun ride for other readers.

I also want to thank the following marvelous people who helped make this book come together:

My husband, kids, and mouthy cat who fill my life with laughter and joy.

Mimi “The Grammar Chick” (my editor), and Marguerite Phipps (assistant editor), who both make me look so smart.

My brother, Charles (C.S.) Kunkle (cover artist and illustrator) for his ability to draw what I write on the page, and his wife, Stephanie, for helping pick what to illustrate.

Sharon Benton (cover graphic artist) for being so easy going.

My publicists and promoters—my mom and brother (Margo Taylor and Dave Taylor), my aunt (Judy Routt), and my sister (Laura Rensberger).

Wendy Gildersleeve for taking such good care of me and helping me reach for the stars.

Diane Garland for her amazingly detailed spreadsheets and timelines, and for her quick answers every time I bugged her.

Jacquie Rogers, Wendy Delaney, Amber Scott, Gerri Russell, and Joleen James for being awesome author buddies through and through.

Bill and Dixie Evans, Sara Ruth Kane Nikont, and Jerry Bryant for sharing tidbits of Black Hills history with me.

My ex-coworkers, my family, and my Facebook and Twitter friends. I can’t thank you all enough for being there day after day.

My brother, Clint Taylor, for telling all of his coworkers about my books. I can’t believe you still like me after all of these years, Clint. Ha ha!

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