Tranquil Tales from Death’s Doorstep

Sleep stories for lovers of cozy mystery fiction. 

Episodes

Jun 28, 2026

20 min

Join us for a quiet evening stroll along the magical waterway that is Regent's Canal in London. A snippet of life aboard a delightful houseboat known as the Writer's Revenge and a visit from some frolicsome natives.  For more about Melinda Mullet or the Ghostwriter's Guide to Murder that this segment is based on, click on the links above.
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Jun 28, 2026

20 min

Jun 21, 2026

17 min

Tonight's sleepy time story is the tale of a wandering dog and the two young friends who will make sure that he is always safe and loved. Rescuing Rhett is a prequel to the new Montana Animal Rescue Mysteries by KL Borges.
Find book one and the author at the links above!

Jun 21, 2026

17 min

Jun 14, 2026

18 min

Welcome to June's Second Sunday Story. On the second Sunday of the month we leave behind contemporary fiction and enjoy a gentle throwback to another time and place. This month's offering is a tribute to AA Milne in honor of the 100th anniversary of the amazing Winnie the Pooh stories. In addition to being a world famous children's author Milne was a successful playwright and a novelist. The Red House Mystery was his only mystery story, written for his father who was a tremendous fan the genre. Settle back, relax, and enjoy this excerpt from a classic country house mystery.

Jun 14, 2026

18 min

Island Sojourn

Jun 7, 2026

Jun 7, 2026

22 min

Tonight’s story is brought to us by the lovely Molly MacRae author of the Haunted Shell Shop Mysteries. On an island off the coast of North Carolina, Maureen Nash sells exquisite seashells to locals and tourists alike—with Bonny the shop cat and the ghost of a Welsh pirate for company. Tonight she introduces us to the gorgeous corner of the world known as Ocracoke Island.
Find Molly at the links above!

Jun 7, 2026

22 min

May 31, 2026

23 min

Just in time for those Sunday Scaries, a sleep story from Peggy Ehrhart, author of the Knit & Nibble mystery series. A wonderfully meditative baking tale that will have you craving pie for breakfast!
Find Peggy and her wonderful Knit & Nibble books at https://peggyehrhart.com
Click here to order Book 1 in Peggy’s new series the Quilt Whisperer

May 31, 2026

23 min

May 24, 2026

22 min

Tonight's sleep story is a delightful excerpt from author Maddie Day's novel A Poison Pour, the latest in the CeCe Barton Mystery series. Widowed single mom, CeCe, is owner of the Vino y Vida wine bar, a classic car enthusiast, and a part time sleuth along side her twin sister Allie. Click on the link above to check out the full story! Maddie also brings us the Cozy Caper Book Group Mysteries, and the Dot and Amelia Mysteries. Find Maddie on Facebook, at her website, and at mysteryloverskitchen.com. 

May 24, 2026

22 min

May 17, 2026

21 min

Tonight's episode of Tranquil Tales is a special trip down memory lane! Snuggle up under your cozy blankets and get ready to nurture your inner child!

May 17, 2026

21 min

May 10, 2026

18 min

Tonight’s sleep story is brought to us by L.A. Chandlar, the award-winning author of the Lane Sanders MYSTERY SERIES set in 1930s New York City. Her stories shower readers with vivid historical detail, Jazz Age intrigue, and a fearless heroine who lights up the city that never sleeps. From glittering ballrooms to shadowy speakeasies, Lane normally navigates danger at every turn, but tonight we are treated to a charming snapshot of spring in New York City as Lane takes a breather from her hectic work life and slows the pace as she commutes home through the Big Apple. Lane’s latest adventure The Hindenburg Spy is available now! For more information on LA Chandlar visit our website at www.tranquiltalesfromdeathsdoorstep.com  or click on the links in this description. Find LA Chandler on Instagram and Facebook.
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May 10, 2026

18 min

May 3, 2026

18 min

Welcome to the official launch of Tranquil Tales!!
Tonight's story welcomes us into the home of retired anthropologist Harry Lancaster as he takes a peaceful meander down memory lane. Harry is one of the protagonists in Michelle Cullen's amazing debut novel A Field Guide to Murder. Book two in the series A Field Guide to Death and Deceit hits the shelves September 15, 2026. For more information on Michelle and her books visit our web site at www.tranquiltalesfromdeathsdoorstep.com or click on the links above. 
Can't wait to hear your thoughts and comments on the new podcast!

May 3, 2026

18 min

Apr 16, 2026

17 min

Tonight’s sleep story is from Melinda Mullet, author of the Whisky Business Mystery series, set in Scotland, and the Ghostwriter’s Guide to Murder a cozy mystery set on a houseboat along the Regent’s Canal in London. The first of her stories takes us to the village of Balfour in rural Scotland where night is falling on the distillery. To find out more about Melinda’s books click on the links above or find her at melindamullet.com and on Facebook and Insta at Melinda Mullet, author.
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Apr 16, 2026

17 min

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