Patti Ann Stafford writes cozy mystery with cute and quirky characters in quaint towns where gossip is all the rave and nosy busybodies are everywhere.

She sometimes writes edge-of-your-seat romantic suspense with a gothic twist—moody settings, haunting secrets, and dangerous passions that keep readers turning pages late into the night. Her stories blend dark atmosphere with heart-pounding suspense and a strong thread of romance, perfect for readers who love tension both on the page and in the heart.

Whether exploring a crumbling manor shrouded in secrets or racing against time through perilous adventure, Patti Ann delivers stories where love and danger are always intertwined.

 

 

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MEET Patti Ann

I write romantic suspense stories where danger and desire collide, and where love shines brightest in the shadows.

I’m  a mom, nana, musician’s wife and writer, of course. I am also an archery gal.

Confessions:
I often get wrapped up in the romanticism and daydreaming of “being a writer” and forget to spend the day doing the actual writing. Hey, it happens.

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