Betty Benino Mysteries

She came for art history. She found murder instead.When a quiet elderly woman hints at donating a sought-after painting to the Bluejay Ridge Historical Society, Betty Benino is eager to help-until the woman is found dead and the painting goes missing.As the mountain town prepares for a major fundraiser to support the historical society, Betty begins to suspect that Virginia was guarding more than artwork.The deeper she digs, the clearer it becomes that some lines were drawn long ago … and someone is determined to keep them that way.In Bluejay Ridge, history doesn't stay buried-and this time, the past may hit closer to home than Betty ever imagined.The Betty Benino Mysteries can each be enjoyed as a standalone, but the full Betty story unfolds across the series. Janet Fix is a seasoned publisher, editor, and multi-genre writer whose work spans gripping mysteries, heartwarming children's stories, and soulful modern fables. With decades of publishing experience and global collaborations, Janet balances coaching other authors with her own creative writing.Outside the world of books, Janet is a passionate researcher, avid gardener, and devoted grandmother to four granddaughters. She finds joy in the exploration of words, the quiet power of manifestation, and the healing energy of nature and intention-helping others find the courage to tell their own stories.

Who stole the wise man?Christmas Eve in Bluejay Ridge is the highlight of the season ... but this year, the nativity scene at the community chapel has turned into a holiday whodunit. One by one, cherished figurines have vanished. Enter Betty Benino-fifty-something widow, retired screenwriter, and fiercely loving grandmother. With her two grandchildren as "junior detectives," Betty is determined to protect the town's traditions and Christmas spirit. Warm, funny, and brimming with family and community, Mischief and Mistletoe is a heart-tugging cozy Christmas caper, perfect for fans of small-town charm and holiday cheer. Janet Fix is a seasoned publisher, editor, and multi-genre writer whose work spans gripping mysteries, heartwarming children's stories, and soulful modern fables. With decades of publishing experience and global collaborations, Janet balances coaching other authors with her own creative writing.Outside the world of books, Janet is a passionate researcher, avid gardener, and devoted grandmother to four granddaughters. She finds joy in the exploration of words, the quiet power of manifestation, and the healing energy of nature and intention-helping others find the courage to tell their own stories.