If you enjoy reading books by Kate Carlisle then you might also like the following authors:
Fans who enjoy Kate Carlisle's cozy mysteries set around books and bookstores will appreciate Lorna Barrett. Her Booktown Mystery series invites readers into the charming fictional village of Stoneham, known for its specialty bookshops.
Barrett's engaging storytelling, lovable characters, and subtle humor combine perfectly in novels like Murder Is Binding, where bookstore owner Tricia Miles becomes an amateur detective after encountering a murder.
Jenn McKinlay creates fun, light-hearted mysteries filled with humor and relatable characters. Her Library Lover's Mystery series, much like Kate Carlisle's cozy style, focuses on the love of books, friendship, and small-town intrigue.
In Books Can Be Deceiving, readers meet librarian Lindsey Norris, whose knack for curiosity leads her to solve a murder and clear a friend's name.
Ellery Adams writes mysteries that blend cozy charm with deeper emotional themes. Her novels often revolve around literary themes, bookish settings, and friendships.
In The Secret, Book & Scone Society, readers join bookstore owner Nora Pennington, who uses books to heal and bring people together, while uncovering dark secrets hiding under the surface of her small town.
Julie Hyzy offers cozy mystery readers a delightful blend of intriguing mysteries, well-crafted characters, and engaging settings. Like Carlisle, she builds her stories around relatable, strong female leads who solve mysteries in unique environments.
In State of the Onion, Hyzy introduces readers to White House assistant chef Olivia Paras, whose culinary skills are put to the test as she stumbles upon secrets, conspiracies, and murder.
Miranda James's novels blend cozy mystery charm with gentle humor and warmth, making them perfect for readers who enjoy Kate Carlisle's inviting style. James's Cat in the Stacks Mystery series features a lovable librarian and his intelligent cat companion, Diesel.
Murder Past Due introduces readers to librarian Charlie Harris and his feline sleuth, as they investigate crime in their delightful southern hometown.
Paige Shelton writes cozy mysteries full of charm, friendly characters, and intriguing puzzles. Her stories blend small-town settings with a sense of community and adventure.
In The Cracked Spine, she introduces readers to Delaney Nichols, an American book lover working in a unique Scottish bookstore. Fans of Kate Carlisle's cozy, book-centric mysteries will feel right at home.
Eva Gates delivers delightful cozies with lovable characters and plenty of humor. Her mysteries often take place in charming settings, such as the Outer Banks, where her Lighthouse Library series unfolds.
In By Book or By Crook, librarian Lucy Richardson must solve murders while surrounded by books, cats, and seaside beauty—perfectly suited for those who enjoy Kate Carlisle's bookish adventures.
Heather Blake creates enchanting cozy mysteries infused with magic, community, and warmth. Her stories are filled with likable characters dealing with everyday problems along with mysteries that have a touch of charm.
It Takes a Witch, from her Wishcraft Mystery series, blends magic and intrigue as Darcy Merriweather solves mysteries in a charming New England village. If you enjoy Kate Carlisle's cozy charm and quirky characters, Heather Blake is a natural follow-up.
Laura Childs crafts cozy mysteries with creative themes, fascinating settings, and engaging puzzles. Her novels often highlight leisure activities like tea shops, scrapbooking, or crafting.
In Death by Darjeeling, she plunges readers into the charming atmosphere of Charleston, South Carolina, as amateur sleuth Theodosia Browning solves murder mysteries alongside friends.
Her blend of friendship, creativity, and puzzle-solving makes her a delightful choice for Kate Carlisle readers.
Cleo Coyle delivers cozy mysteries that celebrate cafes, friendships, and clever crimes. Her mysteries often revolve around bustling coffee shop communities, highlighting warm characters and cozy settings.
On What Grounds introduces Clare Cosi, a likable barista who loves coffee almost as much as solving mysteries. Readers who appreciate the warm social circles, clever puzzles, and intimate settings found in Kate Carlisle's novels will find Cleo Coyle’s stories irresistible.
Daryl Wood Gerber writes cozy mysteries filled with charm, humor, and entertaining puzzles. Her storytelling features relatable characters and enjoyable, relaxed settings.
If you appreciate Kate Carlisle's mix of humor and intrigue, you'll likely enjoy Gerber's Final Sentence, from her Cookbook Nook Mystery series, centered around Jenna Hart and her culinary-themed bookshop.
Victoria Abbott, the collaborative pen name of Mary Jane Maffini and her daughter Victoria, creates cozy mysteries that feature quirky characters and clever plot twists.
Fans of Kate Carlisle's style, combining bookish settings with humorous characters, will find enjoyable similarities in Abbott's The Christie Curse. This book introduces Jordan Kelly, a book lover who hunts for rare mysteries, adding literary charm to a cozy atmosphere.
Sofie Kelly crafts mysteries with warm-hearted communities and engaging mysteries. Her Magical Cats Mystery series adds playful elements of magic and feline companions, perfect for fans of Kate Carlisle's cozy, conversational plots.
Check out Curiosity Thrilled the Cat, the first book in the series, where librarian Kathleen Paulson and her mysterious cats investigate puzzling crimes.
Denise Swanson offers witty, character-driven mysteries set in small, friendly towns. Her books blend humor, romance, and puzzles into engaging stories.
Readers who enjoy Kate Carlisle's cozy settings and appealing characters might like Swanson's Murder of a Small-Town Honey, the first book in the Scumble River Mystery series featuring school psychologist and amateur sleuth Skye Denison.
Alice Kimberly (also known as Cleo Coyle) writes cozy mysteries with inventive plots and ghostly twists. Her Haunted Bookshop Mystery series brings together classic cozy mystery charm with intriguing paranormal elements.
If you enjoy Kate Carlisle's engaging plots and bibliophile settings, try Kimberly's The Ghost and Mrs. McClure, featuring bookshop owner Penelope Thornton-McClure and the ghostly detective Jack Shepard.