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Be Careful What You Witch For
Readers Note: ONLY AVAILABLE THROUGH MY NEWSLETTER! Welcome, Be Careful What You Witch For is set 43 years before the first book of the Bewitcher’s Beach Paranormal Cozy Mysteries as the prequel to Magic, Movies, and Murder. This novelette is available FREE TO READ from my newsletter. Sign up to read and solve at my website!
"Spell books, skeins, and strangulation: time for this crochet club's only witch to hook some clues."
When the gossip at the Lake Tahoe Women's Crochet Club reveals a murdered werewolf, Lulu takes it upon herself to find answers. With the help of a witchy spell or two, she uncovers secrets across the neighborhood. Lulu must hook the suspect and solve the puzzle behind her killer crochet club to determine if her small town is still safe from supernatural hunters.
"Spell books, skeins, and strangulation: time for this crochet club's only witch to hook some clues."
When the gossip at the Lake Tahoe Women's Crochet Club reveals a murdered werewolf, Lulu takes it upon herself to find answers. With the help of a witchy spell or two, she uncovers secrets across the neighborhood. Lulu must hook the suspect and solve the puzzle behind her killer crochet club to determine if her small town is still safe from supernatural hunters.
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Emily Fluke
27 books214 followersEmily Fluke is a Congenital Heart Defect survivor who finds joy and peace through writing (though she’ll tell you her scars are from a dragon attack or a sword fight). She is an internationally published author with an honorable mention for science fiction from the Roswell Awards and a recent contributor to the United Disability Services’ magazine; Kaleidoscope. Inspired by Tolkien and her children's’ imaginations, Emily writes when she’s not spending time with her family. For an extensive look at her publications and life as well as access to giveaways, visit emilyfluke.com or follow Author Emily Fluke on Facebook.
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April 19, 2024
Good novella prequel, it sets the scene for the main book. Well written murder mystery which I enjoyed, good characters.
July 13, 2025
🧶✨ Murder, magic, and a crochet club full of secrets? Yes, please.
I devoured this cozy little novella in one sitting and immediately reached for the next book in the Bewitcher’s Beach series. Short but twisty, it kept me hooked from the very first spell—every page packed with charm, chaos, and one hell of a murder mystery.
When whispers of a murdered werewolf hit the Lake Tahoe Women’s Crochet Club, Lulu isn't about to let it lie. With her spellbook in one hand and her yarn in the other, she dives into the mystery unraveling in her own neighborhood. But the deeper she digs, the more tangled things get—and she’ll need to catch the killer before the supernatural underworld tears her town apart.
Lulu is witty, lovable, and totally chaotic in the best way. I can't wait to see what kind of magical trouble she and her family stir up next. 🖤
I devoured this cozy little novella in one sitting and immediately reached for the next book in the Bewitcher’s Beach series. Short but twisty, it kept me hooked from the very first spell—every page packed with charm, chaos, and one hell of a murder mystery.
When whispers of a murdered werewolf hit the Lake Tahoe Women’s Crochet Club, Lulu isn't about to let it lie. With her spellbook in one hand and her yarn in the other, she dives into the mystery unraveling in her own neighborhood. But the deeper she digs, the more tangled things get—and she’ll need to catch the killer before the supernatural underworld tears her town apart.
Lulu is witty, lovable, and totally chaotic in the best way. I can't wait to see what kind of magical trouble she and her family stir up next. 🖤
January 18, 2023
You've found your way to a well written and charming introduction to a new series with an array of paranormal characters witches, vampires, werewolves, and more that will draw you in along with an intriguing mystery to entice you further all woven into a plot that will keep you enchanted turning page after page following a witchy trail of intriguing clues, suspects and motives for a who done it and more until you reach its unexpected and climatic conclusion. Acquire " Be Careful What You Witch For " so you yourself can enjoy it its magical witchy charm. 😏😯🤔😔😃😉 Kat
July 3, 2023
Be Careful What You Witch For, by Emily Fluke, is the prequel novella to her upcoming Bewitcher's Beach Paranormal Cozy Mysteries. The prequel is available to download for free on BookFunnel.
Wow! I am amazed how much is cleverly packed into this quick read. We learn a lot about about several characters and there are so many twists and turns, but it never feels overwhelming. The mystery is well-crafted, with several clues and suspects to consider. I was shocked when the whodunit was revealed, but it all made sense in the end. There are not only witches, but also vampires and werewolves in this cozy town. It is a definite page-turner that can be read in a short period of time.
The atmosphere was enticing. I am not one who crotchets, but I found myself engrossed in the descriptions of the process as Lulu put her thoughts together and tried to untangle this mystery. It takes place around Christmas time and I was fully immersed in the setting with all the descriptions that were woven into the story. What a welcome escape during these hot summer days I'm currently experiencing in real life!
If you are a fan of paranormal cozy mysteries, I highly recommend checking out Be Careful What You Witch For, by Emily Fluke. It's especially perfect for Christmas time in December, Christmas in July, or anytime you want to get those Christmas feels while solving a cozy mystery. It's a great beginning to the Bewitcher's Beach Paranormal Cozy Mysteries. After reading this prequel, I can't wait to read the first book in the series!
Wow! I am amazed how much is cleverly packed into this quick read. We learn a lot about about several characters and there are so many twists and turns, but it never feels overwhelming. The mystery is well-crafted, with several clues and suspects to consider. I was shocked when the whodunit was revealed, but it all made sense in the end. There are not only witches, but also vampires and werewolves in this cozy town. It is a definite page-turner that can be read in a short period of time.
The atmosphere was enticing. I am not one who crotchets, but I found myself engrossed in the descriptions of the process as Lulu put her thoughts together and tried to untangle this mystery. It takes place around Christmas time and I was fully immersed in the setting with all the descriptions that were woven into the story. What a welcome escape during these hot summer days I'm currently experiencing in real life!
If you are a fan of paranormal cozy mysteries, I highly recommend checking out Be Careful What You Witch For, by Emily Fluke. It's especially perfect for Christmas time in December, Christmas in July, or anytime you want to get those Christmas feels while solving a cozy mystery. It's a great beginning to the Bewitcher's Beach Paranormal Cozy Mysteries. After reading this prequel, I can't wait to read the first book in the series!
February 23, 2024
Prequel to the Bewitcher's Beach Paranormal Cozy Mysteries Series comes Be Careful What You Witch For by Emily Fluke.
Set in the 1950s, It follows a crochet loving Witch named Lulu trying to keep her supernatural self & family under the radar in normal society in a small town. Lake Tahoe. All to avoid the possibility of getting tracked down by hunters.
What seems like a normal gossiping circle of crochet ladies turns into a murder investigation and the realization that the town might not be a safe place to hide after all.
It gave the same kind of feeling that was in the first book Magic, Movies, and Murder.
Cozy with snippets of paranormal, community, and a death.
All in a matter of approximately 85 pages.
Set in the 1950s, It follows a crochet loving Witch named Lulu trying to keep her supernatural self & family under the radar in normal society in a small town. Lake Tahoe. All to avoid the possibility of getting tracked down by hunters.
What seems like a normal gossiping circle of crochet ladies turns into a murder investigation and the realization that the town might not be a safe place to hide after all.
It gave the same kind of feeling that was in the first book Magic, Movies, and Murder.
Cozy with snippets of paranormal, community, and a death.
All in a matter of approximately 85 pages.
May 30, 2024
Aw this is such a cute little mythical creature mystery solving. It's really short but it's actually kind of cute because it shows you 43 years in the past before the first book comes out. So it kind of hints to where the family goes. But it's kind of cute to watch it and read and try to figure out the mystery of who killed the werewolf in the book. I can't wait to read the rest of the books in the series.
December 21, 2022
Quick and cozy murder mystery read! I love some of the descriptions in the book--especially how the main character relates her magic to her crocheting and the nice little mix of magical and mundane. Even in a short story, there were a couple twists I was not expecting, but everything made sense by the end.
July 1, 2023
I received this prequel as a freebie in return for an honest review.
This was a great story, not too long and with enough twists and turns to keep me reading and not getting bored with the detail. Had expected it to be about witches, wasn't expecting other supernatural characters to be hidden in plain sight. Looking forward to reading future stories in this series.
This was a great story, not too long and with enough twists and turns to keep me reading and not getting bored with the detail. Had expected it to be about witches, wasn't expecting other supernatural characters to be hidden in plain sight. Looking forward to reading future stories in this series.
December 21, 2022
A quick read that is the perfect example of a cozy mystery read. It’s a great introduction to the new series coming from Emily Fluke. I look forward to getting into the Bewitcher’s Beach series coming out next year.
July 13, 2023
I think cozy paranormal mystery just might be my jam. I LOVED this book. It was true perfect mix of cozy and paranormal. I’m so glad I took a chance on this! This is the perfect fall book if you’re looking for a short and cozy story!
August 26, 2023
This prequel is an exciting mystery with paranormal creatures and magic, set long before the first book of the series. The twists and clues keep you guessing until the end, all while setting the scene for the first installment. After reading this, the next book can’t come soon enough!! 💜
September 2, 2023
After reading this novella, I can’t wait for the first book to come out! This story has all the pieces that I love! Cozy mystery, sweet characters and the paranormal! Another great book from Emily Fluke!
September 29, 2023
What an exciting prologue to lead up to a new series. Emily is such a dynamic storyteller, and her characters are so unique. As a mom, reading stories of other moms doing incredible things is so much fun! This short story is no different.
January 28, 2024
Lulu is a witch who has a crocheting club. When the local werewolf is killed, she feels the need to investigate. She is afraid that a hunter is on the prowl and that her family is in danger since she is a witch.
July 2, 2024
This one was a super quick read and I absolutely loved it. We’re introduced to Lulu, a mystery loving witch who loves to solve things and protect her family from hunters. When the town mechanic turns up missing, and later dead, Lulu works her skills to find the killer.
December 21, 2022
This was the perfect intro to her new cozy mystery series! I love fantasies and mysteries, and this combines both. And all the crochet references made me giddy! I'm so excited for this series!
January 24, 2023
Intriguing paranormal cozy prequel story.
April 5, 2023
Such a cozy mystery! If you like all things witchy, & are missing the cozy fall/holiday season, then pick this up. It’s short as are most novellas and it’s also well written. 🙌
July 13, 2023
Absolutely loved this book. I couldn't put it down. Murder, mystery, paranormal... this book had it all. I can't wait for more!
August 28, 2023
It was cute a fun for prequel I’m intrigued to see where this series goes
August 28, 2023
I love everything about this book! Perfect spooky season read!
September 2, 2023
Super easy read. I loved all the little crochet puns in the title of each chapter. Very cozy read, with a murder mystery.
October 15, 2023
This was an interesting and wonderful short story. I loved reading more from this universe, and it was such a neat story! The characters were fantastic, and I love how cozy it felt.
December 30, 2023
A very good story I enjoyed very much. A clever prequel to the series introducing the beginning of the town by the sea. The characters are very interesting and made the story fun to read.
April 30, 2024
Although this was a very short prequel, it did give me a good idea of what to expect from the first book in the series. Can’t wait to pick it up!
May 16, 2024
Wonderful prequel novella. I'm so curious about what is going to happen with Lulu's werewolf lineage.
May 26, 2024
Was a good story, just a little quick.
May 28, 2024
This book was a quick read but enjoyable.
September 3, 2024
fun little set up for what will be a quick halloween read!
October 26, 2024
Cozy little novella prequel with a charming murder mystery that sets the stage for the upcoming series. I look forward to reading more.
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