Tessa Aura Cozy Mystery

Cozy Mysteries Filled with Heart, Humor & Dog Detectives

About Tessa

Hello, I’m Tessa Aura.

I love writing intriguing whodunits that keep readers guessing while bringing a touch of warmth and charm to every story. My books feature quirky small towns, sassy dog sidekicks, and murder (but make it cozy). Whether you’re craving coastal Maine mysteries or Italian culinary adventures, there’s a series waiting for you.

Knit Happens…then Murder

Release Date: August 21, 2026

When shop owner Evelyn Harper is found murdered among unfinished knitting projects, antique shop owner Penelope Sinclair knows someone wanted more than a life silenced.

With Teo, her scene-stealing teacup Chihuahua, by her side, Penelope follows every loose thread.

★4.8/5 stars

Book 11 in the Penelope Sinclair series

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Evidence in Bloom

Release Date: September 18, 2026

A body behind Maple Street Market wasn’t on Maggie Wright’s shopping list.

When a quiet Tuesday morning in Ashford Crossing turns deadly, Maggie and investigator Harper Rhodes discover the victim was a newcomer with more secrets than friends.

★4.9/5 stars

Book 12 in the Maggie Wright series

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Signed, Sealed…Missing

Release Date: October 16, 2026

A long-buried secret. A murdered stranger. And one estate sale hiding more than antiques. Five years after Beatrice Endicott’s death, her historic Bath mansion is finally opening for a long-awaited estate sale—and Penelope Sinclair is first in line for hidden treasures.

Some secrets don’t disappear. They wait to be found.

Book 12 in the Penelope Sinclair series

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Popular Mystery Series

SERIES 1: PENELOPE SINCLAIR MYSTERIES

When boutique owner Penelope Sinclair isn’t running her charming shop in Bath, Maine, she’s stumbling over dead bodies. Good thing Teo—her teacup chihuahua with an attitude—has a nose for clues! From Christmas festivals to antique shop secrets, Penelope and Teo solve murders while navigating small-town drama.

Perfect for readers who love: Seasonal mysteries, coastal Maine charm, found family vibes, and a chihuahua who steals every scene.

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SERIES 2: MAGGIE WRIGHT MYSTERIES

Private investigator Maggie Wright doesn’t go looking for trouble, but trouble has a way of finding her. Alongside Biscuit, her loyal mutt with detective instincts that rival her own, Maggie tackles everything from recovery camp murders to locked-room bookstore mysteries across the stunning landscapes of Ashford Crossing.

Perfect for readers who love: PI mysteries, outdoor adventures, complex plots, and a dog who’s equal parts sidekick and hero.

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SERIES 3: MOLLY MONTGOMERY MYSTERIES

Running a bed and breakfast in cozy Maple Lake should be peaceful, until Molly Montgomery keeps finding bodies! Whether it’s a pet store pandemonium, a fall festival felony, or a wedding turned deadly, Molly and her chihuahua Mitz are always in the thick of it.

Perfect for readers who love: B&B settings, autumn vibes, wedding mysteries, and cozy small-town warmth.

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SERIES 4: SIMPLY SCRUMPTIOUS MYSTERIES

What happens when murder meets Tuscany? The Simply Scrumptious series takes you to the sun-drenched hills of Italy, where different protagonists face delicious mysteries involving pasta, wine, and—of course—murder. With Pepperoni, Corky, and Cinnamon the beagles sniffing out clues and Italian charm.

Perfect for readers who love: Italy, culinary mysteries, food and wine, armchair travel, and international settings.

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