Fall in love with a mystery you can laugh through.
Taryn thought she was signing up for sunshine, cocktails, and romance, but danger had other plans. Cruises, Cocktails & Corpses whisks readers away on a tropical escape brimming with laughter, love, and a splash of deadly intrigue.
Escape to paradise, where murder’s on the itinerary.
Mark Your Calendar — Upcoming Cozy Events
- January 24, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Arts & Crafts Festival — Punta Gorda, FL (Laishley Park)
- February 5, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Annette’s Beach Book Nook — Fort Myers Beach, FL
- March 7, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Southwest Florida Reading Festival — Fort Myers, FL
- March 14, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Annette’s Beach Book Nook — Fort Myers Beach, FL
Snowflakes, secrets, and a dash of small-town scandal.
When a man is found dead during Ironcrest’s biggest skijoring competition, party planner Taryn never expects her winter event to turn into a murder scene. But between a mayor desperate for re-election, a tangle of quirky locals, and a blizzard of bad luck, this cozy mountain town has plenty to hide.
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Michelle L. Clifton is the author of the Taryn O’Kelly Mysteries and owner of Salty Inspirations. Salty Inspirations is her blog and journal pen name.
She writes lighthearted, fast-paced murder mysteries filled with shenanigans, romance, humor, and a strong female lead. Always delivering a satisfying, happy ending.
She also creates Journals, Logbooks, Planners, and Children’s books. Read My Story Here