Mark Your Calendar — Upcoming Cozy Events
- April 13, 2026 | Author Tour Kickoff Party — Online
- April 13–26, 2026 | Great Escape Virtual Book Tour
- April 18, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Charlotte County Book Festival — Port Charlotte, FL
- April 30, 2026 | Isn’t It Romantic Book Club Author Takeover — Online
Wildfires, secrets, and small-town chaos.
Taryn O’Kelly’s summer kickoff picnic at the KOA turns chaotic when wildfires and suspected arson threaten Silver Springs. Evacuations, a missing insurance adjuster, and a prankster with hidden clues put Taryn on the trail of secrets that could destroy her town.
A quirky, funny, and unputdownable summer campground cozy mystery.

Welcome to Salty Inspirations, the cozy corner of the internet created by author Michelle L. Clifton.
Here you’ll find lighthearted cozy mysteries filled with humor, romance, and small-town intrigue, along with a touch of creative inspiration for everyday life.
Michelle writes the Taryn O’Kelly Mystery series—fast-paced, feel-good whodunits with quirky characters, unexpected twists, and satisfying happy endings.
When she’s not writing mysteries, she’s creating journals, planners, and cozy lifestyle tools through Salty Inspirations, her creative brand designed to bring a little calm and charm into your day.
✨ Want to learn more about Michelle, her books, and the world behind her stories?
