Alex Erickson

Alex Erickson is the author of both the Bookstore Café and the Furever Pets mysteries. When he’s not writing, he enjoys spending his time gaming or playing music. He lives in Ohio with his wife, son, and their three crazy cats.

Alex Erickson also publishes urban fantasy under the name E. S. Moore.

Find him on his website, or follow him on Twitter @author138.

Bibliography

  • Cat Yoga Mysteries
    A Pose Before Dying (#1)
    Alex Erickson
  • Bookstore Cafe Mysteries
    Death by Coffee (#1)
    Alex Erickson
  • Bookstore Cafe Mysteries
    Death by Tea (#2)
    Alex Erickson
  • Bookstore Cafe Mysteries
    Death by Pumpkin Spice (#3)
    Alex Erickson
  • Bookstore Cafe Mysteries
    Death by Vanilla Latte (#4)
    Alex Erickson
  • Bookstore Cafe Mysteries
    Death by Eggnog (#5)
    Alex Erickson
  • Bookstore Cafe Mysteries
    Death by Espresso (#6)
    Alex Erickson
  • Bookstore Cafe Mysteries
    Death by Cafe Mocha (#7)
    Alex Erickson
  • Bookstore Cafe Mysteries
    Death by Hot Cocoa
    Alex Erickson
  • Bookstore Cafe Mysteries
    Death by French Roast (#8)
    Alex Erickson
  • Bookstore Cafe Mysteries
    Death by Hot Apple Cider (#9)
    Alex Erickson
  • Bookstore Cafe Mysteries
    Death by Spiced Chai (#10)
    Alex Erickson
  • Bookstore Cafe Mysteries
    Death by Iced Coffee (#11)
    Alex Erickson
  • Bookstore Cafe Mysteries
    Death by Peppermint Cappuccino (#12)
    Alex Erickson
  • FORTH
    Bookstore Cafe Mysteries
    Death by Caramel Macchiato (#13)
    Alex Erickson
  • Furever Pets Mysteries
    The Pomeranian Always Barks Twice
    Alex Erickson
  • Furever Pets Mysteries
    Dial ‘M’ for Maine Coon
    Alex Erickson
     

Reviews

Cat Yoga Mysteries

A Pose Before Dying (#1)
"Readers who enjoy yoga or love cats will appreciate the fresh frame in this series starter, as well as the character of Ash, a sympathetic young woman finding her own way in life."

Booklist

"While cat yoga may be an extremely cozy activity and setting for a novel, Erickson (“Bookstore Café Mystery” series) also offers a vexing murder mystery that will unsettle and intrigue readers. This series starter quickly piles up the tension and conflict and establishes a main character who’s worth rooting for."

Library Journal

"What a fun new idea for a series... I absolutely can’t wait for the next one."

Cuddle Up With a Cozy Mystery

A Pose Before Dying has given the Cat Yoga Mystery Series series a good start... I am confident this will be another long-running series for this author.

Great Escapes with Dollycas

Bookstore Cafe Mysteries

Death by Coffee (#1)
“Right from the start, I was engaged in the storytelling […] I recommend taking a chance on this new series by author Alex Erickson. A cozy mystery with chuckles, books, coffee, cats and a bumbling amateur sleuth…just the right mix of mystery and humour.”

Open Book Society

“This was a well plotted and well written mystery […] The story was entertaining [and] cozy mystery fans should enjoy it.”

Book's the Thing!

“DEATH BY COFFEE is a quick read with a lot of humorous moments […] What’s not to love, with the cat, multitudes of books, and the promise of coffee!"

Jane Reads

“DEATH BY COFFEE was a delightful fast-paced mystery and I loved all the quirky characters that helped to make this story more enjoyable. I instantly connected with Krissy, who loves puzzles and thought she was the perfect heroine to solve this mystery. I love finding new authors and I am excited to read the next book in the series by Mr. Erickson.”

Books-n-Kisses

“Krissy has spunk and she doesn’t back down, which is great for a heroine […] I enjoyed this book and look forward to the next one.”

Socrates Book Review

“Author Alex Erickson is off to a wonderful start with DEATH BY COFFEE […] DEATH BY COFFEE gets added to my list of books I couldn’t put down!”

Lisa K’s Book Reviews

“I was extremely pleased and look forward to revisiting Krissy and her new home of Pine Hills when the second book is released in November!”

The Well-Read Pirate

“The story line is great and a cast of characters so well developed, you will be pulled in from the start and at the end you will want more. I am excited for this series and am eagerly waiting to see what Krissy will get her self into in Death by Tea.”

Shelley Reads

Death by Tea (#2)
“This cozy will appeal to readers who enjoy Mary Daheim’s Judith Flynn or the coffee-shop seting in Cleo Coyle’s Coffeehouse series.”

Booklist

“With no shortage of suspects in this tale, funny scenes, coffee, bumbling amateur sleuth, it makes great for an afternoon reading. It contains just the right mix of humor and mystery.”

Book Series in Order

“This book is a fast paced cozy with fun characters and a good storyline [...] Author Alex Erickson keeps the reader guessing what happened and who the murderer is until the very end.”

Sharon Reads

Death by Pumpkin Spice (#3)
“A smooth narrative where most of the characters are normal, down-to-earth folks, combined with suspects galore and twists and turns make this a great afternoon read […] Alex Erickson has created yet another mystery that is so much fun to read!”

Suspense Magazine

“Readers will grow attached to Vicki and Krissy and long to visit the bookstore...“

Kings River Life Magazine

“To finish this book, I felt as though I had just finished a weekend in the game of Clue. It was tidy, and gave the reader an enjoyable unpredictable ending. Don’t cheat by checking the folder in the middle of the board though, just take the time to read and savor this book. Every inch of this book spoke to the fall, and the possibilities that come with the season. I invite you to the Pine Hill Halloween party, where murder is expected, and love gives you goosebumps.”

Bibliophile Reviews

Death by Vanilla Latte (#4)
“Plenty of suspects keep the story moving…”

Kirkus

“With the number of suspects and Krissy’s awesome handling of the investigation, readers will have a whole lot of fun finding out ‘whodunit.'”

Suspense Magazine

“It was a story that I enjoyed and was eager to solve [...] I didn’t want to put it down.”

Bibliophile Reviews

“I enjoyed how the mystery was presented, giving you enough clues in the course of the investigation to figure out the killer on your own, but also plenty of red herrings to keep things interesting. I thought I had it figured out early on and was pleasantly surprised to be proven wrong.”

Book and Coffee Addict

Death by Eggnog (#5)
“Fans may savor the details of the heroine’s everyday life [brought up in DEATH BY EGGNOG].”

Kirkus

“A Christmas cozy for fans of the series.”

Library Journal

“Jump right in and get in the mood for the holidays or start at the beginning [of the series] to get the full effect of Krissy and her crazy life.”

Kings River Life Magazine

“[A]nother great book in this cozy series!”

My Interdimensional Chaos

“If you are looking for a fun, cozy, Christmas read, then I would definitely recommend you go pick up this book. And don’t worry if you haven’t read any others in the series. But don’t be surprised if you find yourself headed out to the bookshop or local library to pick up the rest in the series…”

Once Upon a Storyteller

Death by Espresso (#6)
“Readers will be anxious for book seven."

Kings River Life Magazine

Death by French Roast (#8)
"Erickson’s intrepid sleuth makes some reckless choices in her determined hunt for a surprising killer."

Kirkus

Death by Spiced Chai (#10)
"A pressure-packed cozy whose intrepid sleuth really feels the heat."

Kirkus

Death by Iced Coffee (#11)
"Plenty of quirky characters and misleading clues keep the story moving."

Kirkus

Death by Peppermint Cappuccino (#12)
"A Christmas treat with realistic characters and plenty of suspects."

Kirkus

Furever Pets Mysteries

The Pomeranian Always Barks Twice
“A serviceable mystery that has a whole lot of heart—and even a little bit of bite to go along with the bark.”

Criminal Element

“This is a fun start to what looks like a great series.”

Curl Up With a Cozy Mystery

Awards & Accolades

Cat Yoga Mysteries

A Pose Before Dying (#1)
USA

Amazon: "Best Mystery, Suspense & Thriller – New and Continuing Series"

Bookstore Cafe Mysteries

Death by Hot Apple Cider (#9)
USA

#13 on Barnes & Noble's mass-market bestseller list

Death by Peppermint Cappuccino (#12)

Furever Pets Mysteries

The Pomeranian Always Barks Twice
USA

#5 Barnes & Noble Mass Market List