It's beginning to look a lot like murder . . .

And Cassandra is knee deep in . . .

Suspects.

Her boss is dead, and the police are calling it burglary gone wrong. But when the killer comes after her, it's going to take more than a pair of furry boots to keep the smart, witty Morton College administrator, Cassandra Sato, out of the deep. . .

Snow.

Her first Christmas in Nebraska could be her last unless her friends help unravel the mystery and housebreak her dog.

Buy now for a fast-paced, holiday themed whodunit.

Dead of Winter Break is the third book in Kelly Brakenhoff's popular Cassandra Sato Mystery Series. Death by Dissertation was a 2020 RONE Award Finalist. Publishers Weekly called Dead Week, "a diverting whodunit."

2020 RONE Award Mystery Finalist

“Death by Dissertation is a marvelous read that will make every mystery lover immediately fall for Cassandra Sato through her spunky spirit, dedication to her students, clever quips, and brilliant deduction that is brilliantly woven into the tone of the mystery." —Readers' Favorite, 5 Starred Review

"Unravelling a complex murder mystery, supported by utterly believable characters, Kelly Brakenhoff weaves an eminently readable story filled with superlative narrative and dialogue…From the first page, readers will be assured they have before them a book crafted by a professional that does not disappoint." —InD'tale Magazine 5 Star Crowned Heart

Ambitious Cassandra Sato traded her life in Hawai’i for a dream position at Morton College in rural Nebraska.

She expected the Midwestern church casseroles, land-locked cornfields, and face-freezing winters would be her biggest challenges, but it’s her job that’s rapidly becoming a nightmare.

A deaf student is dead and the investigation reveals a complicated trail of connections between campus food service, a local farmer’s beef, and the science lab’s cancer research. Together with her few allies, Cassandra must protect the students caught up in the entanglement.

Dealing with homesickness, vandalism, and a stalker, Cassandra is trapped in a public relations disaster that could cost her job, or more. No one said college was easy.

Duke the Deaf dog learns that some noises are loud and some are quiet.

Whether it's a tapping crayon, a beeping fire drill, or a crinkly candy wrapper, both parents and children alike will understand the need to know the difference between noises.

A fun, engaging way to teach children that some noises are not polite.

Bonus American Sign Language material inside:

Learn 12 ASL signs within the story.

Learn Rules of Etiquette in Deaf Communities.

Watch the Deaf Culture lesson, vocabulary words, and the complete story signed on video using the link provided in the book.

Watch a deaf parent sign the Farts Make Noise story on video using the link provided in the book.

About the Author
Brakenhoff, Kelly: - KELLY BRAKENHOFF writes the Cassandra Sato Mystery series including DEATH BY DISSERTATION, a 2020 RONE Award Mystery Finalist, and DEAD WEEK, a diverting whodunit, (Publishers Weekly). Kelly is an American Sign Language Interpreter whose motivation for learning ASL began in high school when she wanted to converse with her deaf friends. NEVER MIND, her first children's picture book introducing Duke the Deaf Dog and illustrated by her sister, Theresa Murray, has quickly become popular with children, parents, and educators for promoting inclusive conversations about children with differences. Follow her Facebook page @kellybrakenhoffauthor for the latest news.Murray, Theresa: - Theresa Murray has been creating custom art and murals for over 20 years. She pulls from her past as a grooming assistant to inspire the dog personalities for this series. Theresa lives in Omaha, Nebraska with her husband, two sons, and their Westie, Tinkerbell.

Duke the deaf dog does not like it when he's told "never mind."

Whether it happens at preschool or the park, both parents and children will relate to feeling left out when you aren't part of the action. A great way to teach children that everyone deserves to be included in conversations.

Bonus American Sign Language material inside:
Learn 10 ASL signs within the story.
Learn 5 ASL concepts for the English words never mind.
Watch the ASL lesson, vocabulary words, and the complete story signed on video using the link provided in the book.
Watch a deaf parent sign the Never Mind story on video using the link provided in the book.

About the Author
Murray, Theresa: - Theresa Murray has been creating custom art and murals for over 20 years. She pulls from her past as a grooming assistant to inspire the dog personalities for this series. Theresa lives in Omaha, Nebraska with her husband, two sons, and their Westie, Tinkerbell.Brakenhoff, Kelly: - Kelly Brakenhoff is an American Sign Language Interpreter whose motivation for learning ASL began in high school when she wanted to converse with her deaf friends. Kelly has published two mystery novels, Death by Dissertation and Dead Week. Never Mind is her first children's picture book. In her free time she's a half-marathon runner, chocolate lover, wife, mom and grandma, and Husker fan. She and her husband have a 2 year old German Wirehair Pointer and an elderly Cockapoo. Follow her Facebook page @kellybrakenhoffauthor for the latest news