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Mel Pennant
Mel Pennant is an award-winning playwright whose work has appeared in the National Archives, as well as on stage. Born in London, she was raised by an extraordinary village, which included her Jamaican grandparents who moved to England in the 1950s as part of the Windrush generation. Mel is drawn to stories that explore what’s hidden below the surface and celebrate the richness and strength of tight-knit communities.
She lives in London with her family and their dog, Bleu. A Murder for Miss Hortense is Mel’s first novel and she is currently writing another mystery novel starring Miss Hortense.
Find Mel on twitter: @MelPennant or Instagram: mel_pennant.
Genres: Cozy Mystery
New and upcoming books
Series
Miss Hortense Mysteries
1. A Murder for Miss Hortense (2025)
2. Miss Hortense and the Last Rites (2026)
1. A Murder for Miss Hortense (2025)
2. Miss Hortense and the Last Rites (2026)
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Mel Pennant recommends
Death by Noir (2026)
(Bottle Bank Mystery, book 1)
Olly Smith
"What a wonderful debut from Olly Smith. Set against the rolling hills of Lewes, Sussex, the story sparkles with sharp humour, all the while carrying delicious undertones of darkness. Barclay Flint is a brilliantly drawn, vibrant character - an unforgettable new detective with flair and wit. I can't wait to spend more time with him and the rest of the Bottle Bank wine shop crew and see what mysteries await them."
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