A Novel Murder

“The pseudonymous Nevin, a former publishing professional, has written a fun, tongue-in-cheek debut that spoofs the publishing industry and social media’s impact (BookTok, anyone?). . . . Jane is a delight. Readers will root for the lonely sleuth as she makes new friends and develops joyful self-confidence. . . . An appealing cozy star is born.” —Kirkus Review

“With its cozy bookish setting and mystery-writer protagonist, this will be a hit with fans of Janice Hallett and Robert Thorogood.” —Library Journal

“E.C. Nevin transports readers to a lethal literary festival in, A Novel Murder. . . . E.C. Nevin is a pseudonym for a former publishing professional who worked with crime novels and thrillers. That knowledge shapes A Novel Murder, where every character is connected to the literary industry in some way. Nevin threads humor throughout the novel, too, creating a winning combination in this debut cozy mystery.” —BookPage

“An entertaining whodunit centered on 40- something mystery author Jane Hepburn. . . . With a well-rounded list of suspects and [a] lovably awed heroine. Cozy fans will hope this is the start of a new series.” —Publishers Weekly

“Terrific fun, a tongue-in-cheek look at the world of writing and book festivals with a delightful mystery.” —The Sun

“A fun and well plotted murder mystery with a hugely engaging author amateur sleuth, Jane Hepburn. A great debut by E. C Nevin.” —C. L. Miller, USA Today bestselling author of The Antique Hunter’s Guide To Murder.

“Wickedly funny modern cosy with so many twists you’ll get whiplash.” —Ian Moore, author of Death and Croissants

“With a sympathetic protagonist and a cast of suitably obnoxious suspects, E.C. Nevin’s eviscerating portrait of modern publishing is couched within an immensely readable mystery. Rarely will the industry feel so seen. A wicked, wicked book.” —Vaseem Khan, author of The Unexpected Inheritance of Inspector Chopra