A secluded writer's retreat, a poisoned meal, and a killer hiding in plain sight. Demelza Pascoe must unravel literary rivalries before the murderer strikes again.

A quiet writing retreat in the countryside should be the perfect escape?until bestselling author Cassandra Tate drops dead at the dinner table. The remote location means the killer is still among them.

Amateur sleuth Demelza Pascoe wasn't expecting to solve a murder between writing sessions, but as tensions rise and secrets surface, she quickly realizes that everyone had a reason to want Cassandra silenced. Was it a bitter rival, a jealous protégé, or someone closer than they appeared?

With a storm rolling in and no way out, Demelza must piece together the clues before the murderer writes their next chapter?one where she's the victim.

Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie and The Thursday Murder Club, Murder at the Studio is a gripping cozy mystery filled with literary intrigue, small-town charm, and a sleuth who won't rest until the final page is turned.