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Hannah Hendy
Cosy Crime Author
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The Dinner Lady Detectives Series
A bestselling cosy crime series set in a fictional Welsh town
Over 250,000 copies sold
Perfect for fans of Richard Osman and Fiona Leitch!
Book 8: An Uncommonly Festive Fiasco
Festive joy and goodwill to all abounds, unless you’re arch enemies…
As Christmas approaches, Margery and her team of dinner ladies are asked to cater for the popular Ittonvale Winter Festival. However, the event is thrown into jeopardy by a wild storm – and a sinister turn of events.
Food vendor Elliot is found dead with a severe head injury, lying among toppled Christmas decorations. There are rumours of an argument with a rival stall owner the previous night. Could foul play be involved?
The police can’t reach the site until the weather changes, so Margery and Clementine are vigilant on the look out for suspicious behaviour. If their instincts are right, it means all attendees are trapped – including the attacker.
As the duo get closer to the truth, they uncover a web of jealousy, competition and long held grudges. They must solve the case quickly, and before mayhem turns to murder…
Meet the Author
Once a professional chef, Hannah Hendy now serves up deliciously fun cosy crime full-time from her home in a quiet South Wales town, where she lives with her wife, their daughter, and two outrageously spoiled cats. Hannah is the author of the bestselling Dinner Lady Detectives series, published by Canelo Crime and Canelo US. She’s represented by Francesca Riccardi at the Kate Nash Literary Agency.
Photo Credit: Tom Damsell Imagery
Featured Books
'Tis the season for gold, frankincense and murder...'
It's winter in the small town of Dewstow, and Margery is preparing for her first Christmas as Summerview school's kitchen manager. She's supported by her wife, Clementine, and is trying to stay focused on the task at hand.
The pair are determined to stay out of the way of the Christmas concert planning that has gripped the rest of the staff. However, they are caught in the crossfire when the stage lights collapse at the first practice, killing Mrs Large, the music teacher.
Mrs Smith, the Head of Drama, is the prime suspect and is desperate for the Dinner Lady Detectives to clear her name. Mrs Smith is convinced that it's sabotage by her rival, Mrs Blossom, the drama teacher at Ittonvale Secondary, but there's evidence that points to her own misdeeds. Can Margery and Clementine trust their friend? And when things start to heat up in the kitchen, will they make it out in time?
Please fill in the form on the next page letting me know how you’d like your book personalised. I do review all requests, and I may decline or adjust anything that’s discriminatory, explicit, or otherwise inappropriate.
If a message isn’t suitable, I’ll still sign the book normally so your order can still be sent without delay. I aim to send all orders within 3-5 days of ordering.
‘It’s too early for Christmas!’ I hear you cry. But listen, if I don’t add this to the website now then I’ll forget to do it until January! 🎄
Do you or someone you love want a Christmas themed Dinner Lady Detectives bundle? This Christmas-themed duo brings together a signed paperback of An Uncommonly Festive Fiasco and a signed paperback of An Unfortunate Christmas Murder. Two festive mysteries, two signed books, and one very merry little bundle! Christmas and murder, together at last!
Book 8 - An Uncommonly Festive Fiasco
‘Festive joy and goodwill to all abounds, unless you’re arch enemies…’
As Christmas approaches, Margery and her team of dinner ladies are asked to cater for the popular Ittonvale Winter Festival. However, the event is thrown into jeopardy by a wild storm – and a sinister turn of events.
Food vendor Elliot is found dead, with a severe head injury, lying among toppled Christmas decorations. There are rumours of an argument with a rival stall owner the previous night. Could foul play be involved?
The police can’t reach the site until the weather changes, so Margery and Clementine are vigilant for suspicious behaviour. If their instincts are right, it means all attendees are trapped – including a possible murder.
As the duo get closer to the truth, they uncover a web of jealousy, competition and long held grudges. They must solve the case quickly, and before things descend further into mayhem…
Book 2 - An Unfortunate Christmas Murder
'Tis the season for gold, frankincense and murder...'
It's winter in the small town of Dewstow, and Margery is preparing for her first Christmas as Summerview school's kitchen manager. She's supported by her wife, Clementine, and is trying to stay focused on the task at hand.
The pair are determined to stay out of the way of the Christmas concert planning that has gripped the rest of the staff. However, they are caught in the crossfire when the stage lights collapse at the first practice, killing Mrs Large, the music teacher.
Mrs Smith, the Head of Drama, is the prime suspect and is desperate for the Dinner Lady Detectives to clear her name. Mrs Smith is convinced that it's sabotage by her rival, Mrs Blossom, the drama teacher at Ittonvale Secondary, but there's evidence that points to her own misdeeds. Can Margery and Clementine trust their friend? And when things start to heat up in the kitchen, will they make it out in time?
Please fill in the form on the next page letting me know how you’d like your book personalised. I do review all requests, and I may decline or adjust anything that’s discriminatory, explicit, or otherwise inappropriate.
If a message isn’t suitable, I’ll still sign the book normally so your order can still be sent without delay. I aim to send all orders within 3-5 days of ordering. Last Christmas delivery for postage is 18th of December - I can’t promise it will get to you in time if ordered later than this.
Do you or someone you love want a signed An Uncommonly Festive Fiasco paperback? Fear not, because you can buy a copy here! This is a preorder and will ship ready for the books release date on the 6th of August.
As Christmas approaches, Margery and her team of dinner ladies are asked to cater for the popular Ittonvale Winter Festival. However, the event is thrown into jeopardy by a wild storm – and a sinister turn of events.
Food vendor Elliot is found unconscious, with a severe head injury, lying among toppled Christmas decorations. There are rumours of an argument with a rival stall owner the previous night. Could foul play be involved?
The police can’t reach the site until the weather changes, so Margery and Clementine are vigilant on the look out for suspicious behaviour. If their instincts are right, it means all attendees are trapped – including a possible attacker.
Please fill in the form on the next page letting me know how you’d like your book personalised. I do review all requests, and I may decline or adjust anything that’s discriminatory, explicit, or otherwise inappropriate.
If a message isn’t suitable, I’ll still sign the book normally so your order can still be sent without delay. I aim to send all orders within 3-5 days of ordering.