Why I Wrote Steam, Secrets & a Sealed Confession
The Beginning of the Driftwood Cove Mystery Series
Stories often begin long before the first word is written.
For me, the idea behind Steam, Secrets & a Sealed Confession, the first installment of The Driftwood Cove Mystery Series, grew from a simple thought: What if a quiet harbor town held more secrets than anyone realized?
I have always loved stories that combine atmosphere, curiosity, and the slow unfolding of hidden truths. Cozy mysteries have a special charm because they allow readers to step into a world that feels warm and inviting—yet just beneath the surface, something mysterious is waiting to be discovered.
That contrast fascinated me.
A peaceful café.
A steaming cup of coffee.
A harbor town where everyone seems to know everyone else.
And yet… secrets linger in the shadows.
That idea became the foundation of Driftwood Cove.
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