Tales for Curious Minds, Brave Hearts, and Wild Imaginations
Welcome to my tiny corner in the great big world of storytelling.
Good stories connect us—they help us remember, imagine, and hope. Those are the kinds of stories I strive to write.
As I build my library here, I hope you’ll find something that makes you smile, stirs your imagination, and reminds you of home with stories to curl up with, share, and pass along.
Thanks for stopping by. I’m glad you’re here.
Kirkus Reviews — "Get It!"
"A cozy mystery series kicks off with heaping helpings of small-town charm."
"Quirky characters, small-town charm, and links to contemporary issues and historical events enliven this series debut."
Booklife —
McQ delivers a promising series opener anchored by a distinctive heroine and a richly realized setting, and Sashé’s voice is strong enough to carry future installments. Fans of cozy Southern mysteries with a dash of history and personality will find much here to enjoy.
Reedsy Discovery — Reviewed by Eric Smith
"Crime-solving pairs well with beignets as a fiery Southern cook stumbles upon a missing man, a toe bone, and a century-old legend."
"Sashé Boudreaux is bold, witty, and someone you'd want to enjoy a sweet tea with."
"Enough Southern charm that you can feel the humidity and taste the sweet tea."
Lunch deliveries. Color consultations. A hurricane. International espionage. Just another Tuesday in Cypress Grove.
Sashé Boudreaux returns…
Booklife —
“The vibrant, bustling, and affectionate life of Cypress Grove sets this story apart.”
“Sashé remains a delightfully memorable lead—vain, generous, observant, stubborn, and funny in equal measure.”
“An unexpectedly touching tale about forgotten lives and buried histories willing themselves to remembrance and reunion.”
Reedsy Discovery - Reviewed by Shreya North
“Sashé Boudreaux Mysteries is a prime example of beautiful prose.”
“McQ has managed to create a new type of cozy adventure, blending mystery with thrill and history, along with friendship and small town ties.”
“This is a story you won't want to miss!”
Kirkus Reviews -
“Come for the charming protagonist; stay for her equally endearing small town.”