Coming December 15, 2026
Stealing the Show

Stealing the Show is the eighth book in the Gift Shop Mysteries fiction series.

The holiday season is in full swing, and Sarah Morgan is eager to find ways to promote her shop, Heavenly Presents. It will be her first holiday season back in Port Huron, and she wants everything to go perfectly. So when Sarah has an opportunity to serve as a vintage set consultant for a local theater production of A Matter of Money in exchange for free marketing for the shop, she jumps at the chance.

However, the situation grows complicated when donation funds go missing and fingers point at Sarah! Determined to clear her name and find the true culprit, she hunts for answers. But in doing so, she soon realizes that this isn't the first time money has gone missing from the theater. Can she track down the guilty party before the curtain falls on the theater--and her reputation?

About the Gift Shop Mysteries Series

Every gift tells a story...and some bring mysteries!

Get ready for a faith-filled mystery like no other! The excitement begins when Sarah Morgan returns to her picturesque hometown along the shore of Lake Huron to open a gift and curiosities shop, which she calls Heavenly Presents. As she reconnects with family and friends and grows in her faith, Sarah feels her shop becoming more than just a place to browse or buy. It's turning into a cozy haven, where tucked among the handmade keepsakes and one-of-a-kind wonders are clues to long-buried secrets and surprising truths. Sarah soon discovers that solving small-town mysteries might just be the most meaningful gift she can offer.

Why You'll Love the Gift Shop Mysteries Series

If you're looking for a mystery series that's equal parts heartwarming and intriguing, Gift Shop Mysteries is your perfect next read. Set in a charming lakeside town with a faith-filled shop owner as your guide, each book offers:

• Captivating mysteries that keep you guessing--but never keep you up at night
• A cast of relatable, endearing characters who feel like old friends
• A cozy, small-town atmosphere you will want to escape to again and again
• Faith-filled encouragement and hope, gently woven through every story
• Themes of redemption, reconnection, and second chances--with God, family, and community

Plus, each book includes delightful extras:

• A recipe inspired by the story
• A personal letter from the author
• "Behind the Counter" insights into the real-life history or inspiration
• Book club-ready discussion questions

Whether you're drawn to uplifting mysteries, enjoy uncovering meaningful secrets, or simply want a soul-soothing read with depth, heart, and a touch of suspense--this series was made for you.