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September 2, 2010

Dear Expresso Guru

No fan fiction this time, but I've purchased a Bialetti Stovetop expresso maker and the difference in taste is incredible. My wife HATES coffee, but I made a latte on the Bialetti, and while she only took a taste, she really liked it! The flavor is completely different, and so much smoother. I also note the natural sweetness that you've mentioned. However, I'm getting mixed inputs on whether or not to tamp the grounds. Can you provide some feedback? Thanks, Conrad Smith Seattle, Wa
September 2, 2010

Graduation questons

I filled out my application to graduate in December. Please tell me why I had to tell them I was going to graduate and why did I have to pay them $25 for the privilege of filling out the application. Haven't I paid enough for the privilege of attending the university? Sheesh! Nurse JudyMac
August 31, 2010

Great Reads!

I have never been fond of mystery type books until very recently. The librarian said I just never read the right ones! So, she handed me On What Grounds and then Through the Grinder. On my way home I'm stopping in to pick up Latte Trouble. You have me hooked!!! Great stories (even though I've been wrong so far about who done it (haha))
August 30, 2010

Hooked

I have been an avid reader of mystery and thriller books for many years. I have just discovered the "Coffeehouse Mysteries". I have purchased the first one on Kindle, am half way through, and I am thoroughly hooked. I can't wait to read the remaining 8 books. KathyB
August 28, 2010

claire and matt forever

wish you will end up with matt.
August 27, 2010

Great Series

Just love your coffee house series. Wish you could write a little faster so I didn't have to wait so long in between books. Thanks!
August 27, 2010

Note to Cleo

Just finished your new book, Roast Mortem. I think it is the best of your coffeehouse mysteries and look forward to the next one coming out soon. Keep up the good work.
August 17, 2010

Great day!

Two weeks ago, I had the joy of receiving by copy of Roast Mortem but was getting ready to go to work when it arrived! Joy of joys, I got a phone call, canceling me that night (it was extra)! I got to curl up on the couch with a fresh brewed cup of coffee (Cleo, I have some suggestions for new coffees below) and read my new book! (Just for the record, while I love audio books for long drives or long walks on my treadmill, I do NOT want a Kindle or any other type of electronic reader. For me, nothing can compare with the weight of a book in my hands, the smell and feel of pages turning under my fingers, and the ability to re-read something without scrolling around looking for it.

I love BOOKS, not just the words inside. There are scents that I have grown up with that give me deep down happy feelings and the smell of books is very close to #1). Cleo, I love Roast Mortem and am in awe of firefighters! Fire scares me silly (early childhood trauma, waking up from a nap outside and seeing the woods nearby on fire) and I salute anyone who can run towards a fire, not away. Now, how about the next book involve nurses and doctors, hmmm? Isn't the Village Blend very close to a hospital? Don't you think that anyone who can clean up multitudes of bodily fluids then eat lunch is pretty brave?

Note I said "brave", not depraved, although that might apply as well. Anyway, on to my new coffees. The first one is from Buf Coffee Mills, owned by Epiphanie Mukashyaka, and is called Remera. I love African coffees and this one is a winner. Lots of deep fruity tones, dense creamy body. I've taken this one to work and we've re-named it "Boyfriend" because it satisfies oh so well! I will call my friends on other units and let them know that there's a "pot of hot Boyfriend" ready and waiting (the way a good boyfriend should be)! (www.gimmeecoffee.com) Another Rwandan coffee is Rwabisindu, also with fruity tones but lighter, softer finish.

At work, we've decided that while it doesn't beat "Boyfriend", it's a definite winner so we've re-named it "Best Man". (www.pt'scoffee.com) Next on the hit parade is an El Salvadoran coffee from Finca Mauritania. I LOVE this coffee! The description on the bag is "intoxicating flavors of butterscotch, pastry, and sweet chocolate", and I can taste a sweet butter end note (I know, it says butterscotch but I taste BUTTER). This may sound weird to some but I find it a fabulous cup of coffee. No, I don't share this one at work, it's MINE! And finally, a microlot from Finca Nueva Armenia, Guatemala called Groto. Again, lovely fruity tones, sweet cocoa finish. BTW all of these coffees are from Bourbon type beans which I have found I like alot, especially orange Bourbon coffee, when I can find it. The last 2 coffees are from www.counterculturecoffee.com I know that medium roasted coffees aren't to everyone's palate but give these a try, I think you'll find that they're pretty darn good!

Nurse JudyMac

Cleo's reply: To post soon. Stay tuned...

 


August 14, 2010

book trailer

Hi Cleo, I loved the book trailer. It was great! I wish I had a coffee house near me like that one. I agree-come to FL! Pattie in Cocoa
August 13, 2010

am so going to pester youse guys

until you come to Florida. . .please please please...if you can't come, please send Jack. . .we have set new "highs for overnight lows" and could use a cool breeze. . .virtual hugs and mugs o'joe. e-P.S. loved the trailer!
August 12, 2010

Book Signings

Hi Cleo, I'm a huge fan, I've read all the Coffeehouse and Haunted Bookshop mysteries. Do you ever do book signing tours? If so, would Philadelphia ever be included as one of your stops. Thanks so much, Amanda K.
August 12, 2010

decaffeinated corpse

Dear Cleo Coyle, I am a great fan of your books. I could praise your telent for hours but this time I'd like to ask you something . . . I am looking forward to your reply many thanks.

Cleo's reply: Hi there. I received you e-mails.  Thank you for your very nice words about my books. I'll do my best to answer soon at the link that you provided in the e-mails. Cheers! ~ Cleo


August 11, 2010

Love the trailer!!!!!

...and now you add film maker to your resume :-) Cheers, Cleo!

Cleo's reply: Why, thank you. I am now working on a shorter version that will (hopefully) go to sites like Amazon. Consider the one on this site a "director's cut" - lol. :)

 


August 11, 2010

MY FIRST BOOK TRAILER!

See the very first Coffeehouse Mystery Book Trailer. Yes, after eight years and nine books, I can finally share a CM trailer with you. Just click the arrow in the window below...

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~ Cleo


August 10, 2010

Coffee fun facts

Cleo, Check out this site for some coffee fun facts. http://theoatmeal.com/comics/coffee Dotty K
August 10, 2010

HI CLEO

LIFE IS NOT FAIR.YOUR READERS OVER THERE HAVE GOT AND READ ROAST MORTEM. WHILE WE CANT GET IT YET OVER HERE. BE A GOOD GIRL AND CHASE IT UP FOR US. TAKE CARE. ANONYMOUS
August 10, 2010

Ahhh....that was delicious!

Roast Mortem was like a chocolate truffle after a hard day: Rich, satisfying--and gone much too fast! I'm craving more. This one was delightfully rich with the addition of very real firefighters. I've known some very well, and I could put faces on all the ones you introduced. The thing that always surprises me is that they never think they're heroes. But I have to say--I always look forward to another visit--and escapade with--Madame! She's what I want to be when I grow up. :)
August 8, 2010

Cappuccino Cheese Cake

Going through all my Canadian Living magazines that span about 2.5 years and I found a cappuccino cheese cake recipe. I can send that one too if you like. :-) Chelle


August 6, 2010

Coffee-Crusted Top sirloin

Hi Cleo been awhile since I've been on here. Are you on Facebook by anychance? Anyway I was at safeway the otherday and picked up a bunch of those free recipe cards they have in the meat and produce sections and I found one for something called coffee crusted top sirloin, would you like me to scan it and email it to you? I just finished re reading all the Jack and Pen books again over the last week. It had been awhile and as I have something like 180 mysteries on my shelves I couldn't remember who done any of the murders. I could remember bits and pieces of the stories though. My boyfriend is beginning to get me drinking coffee now too, but still not often and I have to load it up with cream and sugar. I want to try out some of those Toriano (I think the brand name is) coffee flavourings and see if I like it that way. Love the Iced Coffees though mmmmmmm! my bf treated me to a french vanilla iced mocha at Tim Hortons the other day, I don't usually care for vanilla flavoured things but the french vanilla? OMG!!! swoooooon! Looking forward to viseting with Cleo, Mike,Pen and Jack soon. HAHAHA! did I say Cleo? that was Claire, guess I think of them as the same person :-) I was reading an interview the other day of one of my other favorite Authors and she was buying apples to try out a recipe for one of her books and caught herself turning to ask Hannah (the main character of her books) what type of apple to buy, do you ever do that with Claire and coffees? They sure seem real to me sometimes. The other night I was asleep in my bed and I had left the fan on because it's really hot here right now. Partway through the night I felt a cold breeze brush my face lol and woke myself up saying "Jack! is that you" lol no answer so I guess it was just my fan lol shook my head at myself and went back to sleep. Sending a big hug your way for keeping my book habit going. "My name is Chelle from Canada and I'm a book addict" lol
August 5, 2010

Just got Roast Mortem

Always irder your book before release so that I get quickly. Received Roast Mortem an hour ago. My wife and I are trying to decide who goes first. Thank you!!
August 5, 2010

I just finished Roast Mortem

Cleo, your book Roast Mortem was such a good book that when I started reading it Tuesday, I had lots of trouble putting it down. I finished reading it tonight, and wanted to say that it was a great read!!! Congrats on your wonderful new book!!!
August 3, 2010

Amazing

Congratulations on today's launch you know I am excited for you and for Roast Mortem. ~Babs~
August 3, 2010

Huzzah and Hurrah!!

many congrats from happy readers in MI!!! Enjoy your success...it is well deserved. nanc
August 3, 2010

Whooo Hoooo!!

Best of luck on an Excellent Roast Mortem day!!I'll be at the book store with your other fans!!
August 3, 2010

CLEO SAYS...

Well, the day is
finally here!

Roast Mortem is on sale! I hope you all will stop by and let me know how you like the book...

I am loving your messages and appreciate your comments and questions. I will be replying to each one of you very soon!

 

Wishing you java joy!

~ Cleo


August 1, 2010

Waiting by the mailbox

Cleo- Hello from Memphis!!, I'm waiting by my mailbox for my Roast Mortem..I'm taking the weekend off from work and will do nothing but read!!,( too darn hot here) to do anything else.. I know it will be great and I'm looking forward to the reciepes too.. and a maybe a little of "Memphis" in it too! Thanks for all the good reading, and ofcourse I will be looking forward to the next book too. Terry Faircloth..Memphis, Tn.
July 27, 2010

Countdown Starts

Dropping by to say how excited I am for you and for Roast Mortem :).
July 27, 2010

The Ghost books

Hi, Cleo When is the nest Mrs. McClure book coming out? They have really been fun. I also like the Coffeehouse books also, but I would like more of the Mrs. McClure books. Thanks, Sue Rice
July 26, 2010

.....almost time....

Okay, I figure with time difference and all, it is safe to say, rather shout.....SEVEN!!!!! That's right, one more week till ROAST MORTEM!!!!! I can't wait!
July 23, 2010

Cleoccino

Hi "Cleo", I am brewing some of my coffee from Haiti to make the ice cubes for your recipe Chilly Cleoccino. I love the picture of the cat! Can't wait for Roast Mortem. I go back to work that week, and have your book to look forward to as a stress reliever. Pattie
July 19, 2010

HI CLEO

YOU HAVE NO GREATER FAN THAN I.... I READ IT ALL..BOOKS AND EVERYTHING I CAN FIND ON THIS THING..BUT ONE THING IS A MYSTERY TO ME.A BIG MYSTERY.. WHERE DO YOU FIND THE TIME TO DO IT ALL???????? TAKE CARE.ANONYMOUS
July 18, 2010

HEY CLEO & BETTER HALF

I KNOW IT HAS BEEN A COUPLE MONTHS BUT WE ARE ALL BUSY PEOPLE I JUST WANT TO DROP AN E-MAIL AND SEE HOW THINGS ARE GOING,OH THANK YOU FOR THE ICED LATTE IT WAS WONDERFUL, STILL HOT BUT GETTING A LITTLE MORE RAIN YOU SAID YOU ARE WRITING ANOTHER COFFEEHOUSE MYSTERY I AM MOST DEFINITELY LOOKING FORWARD TO THAT ONE,I KNOW IT WILL BE MOST EXCELLANT.A LITTLE LESS THAN A MONTH WOO HOO THANKS CLEO LOVE YOUR BOOKS STILL A FAN ALWAYS WILL BE.

DARRYL FASSETT


July 15, 2010

Audio Books

Will you be putting the coffee house mysteries on Audio anytime soon? I absolutely love them and it's easier for me to listen to them while I work than to try to sneak read. *L* I never get anything done when I do that! :-)
July 13, 2010

I pre-ordered Roast Mortem on my nook

Cleo, I just pre-ordered Roast Mortem on my nook a few hours ago. I have other books to read until then, but I am looking forward to reading it when it comes out in August!! Stefanie
July 13, 2010

Will you be having a book signing for Roast Mortem in NYC

Cleo, I am reading all your books, I love them all, will you be having a book signing or personal appearance in the New York area. I would love to meet you! Lydia NYC
July 13, 2010

Thanks for writing such great books!

I have several of your books in my stack of rereadible books. Now that I am able to be truly active again I can continue my hunt for great coffeehouses. So far, Java Madness in Wakefield, RI is numero Uno on my list. They serve excellent coffee and you can sit out on their deck overlooking a marina. Great coffee, great food, great people behind the bar and a great view to boot; what more can you ask for. Thanks for writing such great books! Jennie
July 10, 2010

Love the books!!!

I started reading the Coffehouse Mysteries 3 weeks ago...have read them all and now starting on the Bookshop Mysteries!! Can't wait!!! After long days at work, I look forward to curling up with your books and losing myself in them! Can't wait till August for "Roast Mortem".
July 7, 2010

New CoffeeHouse Mystery Question

Hi Cleo/Alice: I recently got a nook and buy mysteries and books through the shop on it. When your new coffeehouse mystery comes out, will I be able to buy it as an ebook on my nook?
July 7, 2010

Help Save a Great Coffee House

Geneva NY is losing it's one and only coffee shop - which has had a really important impact on our community -- there is an effort to try to make it a more communtiy owned business and to otherwise save it. Please spread the word -- and do what you can? Check out this website: http://savegenevacoffee.wordpress.com. (I reviewed the coffee house on my site, Cooking with Ideas -- and hope there is something people can do to help!
July 7, 2010

Coffee Drawing Winner Says Thank You!

I received the coffee and couldn't wait to open it when I got home. BTW, I read somewhere you are from the Pittsburgh area originally. I grew up in Glassport and Liberty Boro, and attended South Allegheny High School. Thanks again, Pattie
July 6, 2010

Mother/Daughter Book Sharing

....only goes so far. I allowed my daughter to read my Coffeehouse Mysteries--she was in need of distration, and she finished them all in mere days--but starting now, I'm just going to have to buy TWO copies of each book. I'm not about to fight with her over every new Cleo-release! We've also shared a lot of great Cleo-recommended coffee. Thank you, from both of us! Laine
July 2, 2010

whats up with Mike?! lol

honestly, these books have kept me saine! i have had a stressful past year and reading these charming creations have let me escape from the madness!my dad was very ill so i spent a lot of time in the hospital with him. he would always ask for an "update" :-) i wisk away to a perfect place(minus all the blood shed!)where the caffiene is ever flowing...oohhmmm another thing...the romance! you put the ahh in laaatteee. i picture you and Mike snuggled up reading the sunday paper eating a danish and drinking your third round of expressos. thank you for giving me something to look foward to reading,to enjoying that first sip, watching out for the crazys around each bend, and knowing that with a little extra sugar..even biatches like Bree can be swallowed! hahaha keep up the good work. already have the next on order! one more thing, on my "bucket list" is to get your autograph....do you ever do that? sincerely, Dina D.
June 30, 2010

thank you note to CLEO re OLIVIA

I changed the name to : Kayleigh: printed it on coloured paper then laminated it put it in a large envelope.my sister tells me the result was a blank!!!but it was saved till next morning read again..who is CLEO.? told..read it again and then put it in her private draw[with a key]kids are funny ???? SISTER NOW READING BOTH BOOKS!

Take Care
ANONYMOUS


June 29, 2010

Just started reading the coffeehouse mysteries

And I have to say, Oh my goodness. Phew. I love caffeine, but to be honest I don't drink much coffee. But you have honestly made me wonder what I have been missing. I was in the library looking for a new series since I've finished all my others, I saw this one and since the first 6 books were there, decided to sit down and read them. Wow, you have done a most wonderful job and I want to say thanks. I will look for you other series and hopefully will find the other two books that I have yet to read. Thanks for giving me another good reason to not do my housework and to hide from the kids. LOL

Much appreciation
Katie


June 29, 2010

audio book

really hope that there will be audio books. when i am iraq working (army) i really cant set down and read a book. so i will listen to them. i just got thru esprsso shot and hope i can get to another book asap. thanks

SPC Graham US Army


June 29, 2010

Love at First Read!

Hello!

I just signed my daughter and I up at our local library, and my first book I checked out happened to be Holiday Grind! I read it in only 2 days because I couldn't put it down, and I am now half-way through Espresso Shot. I have an extreme love for coffee/coffee houses (which I can thank my parents for!) and your books are an amazing blend of wonderful stories and delightful recipes! I can almost "smell" the coffee being made in your descriptions in the books...

I can't wait to experience the whole Coffee House Mystery collection, and I truly look forward to the release of Roast Mortem!!!


June 29, 2010

Avid Readers are saying Yippee!!!!!

Dear Miss Cleo:

Ma'am, it is a pleasure to write a few words to you. I am an avid reader, developed early in life through my mothers' dedication for her daughter to become a learned and intelligent woman. I must confess my love for the Haunted Bookshop series, but not just because I enjoy the characters and the plots, but mostly because my mother loves it too and we delight in conversation about it.

Miss Cleo, have inadvertently given me a gift. By writing something both my mom and I enjoy reading, we were able to finally "break the ice" (so to speak) that formed so long ago, and really see each other as women, not just mother and daughter. This was a long time coming and I wish to thank you for it. Why it took this series and why it took so long, I have no earthly idea. So, thank you for your past Haunted books, your Coffee Shop books and for your newest endeavors. They shall be purchased and consumed immediately!

Affectionately,
Roberta Wood

 


June 28, 2010

Kafe Lespwa

Cleo,

I have received my coffee and tried it as well. It is very good and I will enjoy the remainder. May God bless you as you continue writing and sharing words of wisdom with all who write you. I am happy to see that there is a writer that will take the time to do so, because I know it takes a lot of time to read and reply to these messages when you are trying to keep us stocked with new books and giving us free coffee.

Veronica Wooten

 


June 28, 2010

YOUR ITALIAN FRIED SHRIMP RECIPE

IN HOLIDAY BLEND YOU MENTIONED ITALIAN FRIED SHRIMP COULD YOU PLEASE POSE IT THANK YOU


June 28, 2010

Love your books

The Haunted Bookshop series are my favorite, it blends the mystery of after life with a good detective story. Two worlds I enjoy, thank you for giving me a great reading time.

Maria Elena
 


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