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Something Delicious. Something Suspicious. A Cozy Mystery Luncheon

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Something Delicious. Something Suspicious. A Cozy Mystery Luncheon took place on Mon, Sep 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM (PDT) at Huntington Beach Central Library - Lower Level Theater Entrance - Room C/D in Huntington Beach, CA.

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Bestselling authors Jennifer J. Chow and Daryl Wood Gerber discuss their cozy mystery series and writing inspiration. The event features a lively conversation about crafting whodunits with memorable characters and delicious settings. Lunch is served, followed by book signings.

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A Cozy Mystery Luncheon filled with something delicious and something suspicious, featuring Jennifer J. Chow and Daryl Wood Gerber. A Cozy Mystery Luncheon Join bestselling authors Jennifer J. Chow and Daryl Wood Gerber for a lively conversation exploring the world of cozy mysteries, memorable characters, delicious settings, and the art of crafting the perfect whodunit. Jennifer J. Chow is the author of the L.A. Night Market Mysteries, Lunar New Year Mysteries, and Magical Fortune Cookie Mysteries. Her latest novel, Tale-Tell Treats, combines magical fortune cookies, mouthwatering treats, and a suspicious death. Daryl Wood Gerber is an Agatha Award-winning, nationally bestselling author whose popular mystery series include the Cookbook Nook Mysteries, Fairy Garden Mysteries, French Bistro Mysteries, and Aroma Wellness Mysteries. Her latest novel, Murder in a Lavender Daze, takes readers to California's Central Coast, where lavender, wellness, and murder make for a particularly intriguing combination. Together, they'll discuss their writing, inspiration, the appeal of cozy mysteries, and why readers love a good murder—as long as it's fictional! Lunch will be served, and books will be available for purchase and signing following the program. Daryl Wood Gerber Author of Murder in a Lavender Daze Daryl Wood Gerber is an Agatha Award-winning, nationally bestselling author known for her clever, charming mysteries and her love of all things culinary, literary, and mysterious. She is the author of several popular cozy mystery series, including the Cookbook Nook Mysteries, Fairy Garden Mysteries, French Bistro Mysteries, and Literary Dining Mysteries. Her latest Aroma Wellness Mystery, Murder in a Lavender Daze, takes readers to the beautiful California coast, where lavender, wellness, secrets, and murder come together in one very puzzling case. When a wellness retreat takes a deadly turn, the search for answers reveals that beneath the peaceful lavender fields, someone has a secret worth killing for. Daryl will share the inspiration behind her mysteries and the fun of creating worlds where everything looks cozy—but someone is always hiding something. Jennifer J. Chow Author of Tale-Tell Treats Jennifer J. Chow is a bestselling author of cozy mysteries filled with food, family, culture, friendship, and a healthy dose of murder. She is the author of several popular mystery series, including the L.A. Night Market Mysteries, the L.A. Home Cooking Mysteries, and the Magical Fortune Cookie Mysteries. Her latest novel, Tale-Tell Treats, follows Felicity Jin, whose magical fortune cookies have an uncanny way of revealing the future. But when one of those fortunes points toward a deadly secret, Felicity finds herself caught up in a mystery that is anything but lucky. With its combination of magical treats, colorful characters, and a puzzling murder, Tale-Tell Treats is a delicious addition to the cozy mystery genre. Jennifer will be talking about her writing, her characters, and the delicious—and sometimes deadly—worlds she creates.

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Friends of the Huntington Beach Public Library
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When
Mon, Sep 21, 2026 · 12:00 PM (PDT)
Where
Huntington Beach Central Library - Lower Level Theater Entrance - Room C/D
Address
7111 Talbert Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Price
$39.19 +
Genre
Social Gatherings

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When was Something Delicious. Something Suspicious. A Cozy Mystery Luncheon?
Mon, Sep 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM PDT.
Where was Something Delicious. Something Suspicious. A Cozy Mystery Luncheon?
Huntington Beach Central Library - Lower Level Theater Entrance - Room C/D, 7111 Talbert Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92648, Huntington Beach, CA.

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