FREE The Seeds of Murder, cosy crime novel by Dawn Treacher

 My writer friend Dawn Treacher has a special offer for her cosy crime running on Amazon this week:

Cedric Malleson's wife, Carolina, is missing. Everyone believes she simply left Cedric because she didn't want to be a vicar's wife any longer. Now retired from the clergy, and with time on his hands, Cedric's mind begins to wonder why. Why did Carolina leave? Did she leave because she wanted to, or because she had to? His thoughts prompt him to begin writing a detective novel, a cosy, murder mystery.

However, his daughter, Scarlett encourages him to take up gardening, a task Carolina used to do when they were together. Little does Cedric realise that whilst he is writing his detective novel and doing the garden, he could be nurturing the seeds of murder.FREE ebook all this week.

If you enjoy a cosy murder mystery why not download it whilst it is on promotion.

https://amzn.to/4auFGi8 - UK amazon link

https://amzn.to/4a6nlYO - US amazon link

Dawn Treacher joined Provoco in 2023, already enjoying success as an author and illustrator of children's novels. The Seeds of Murder is her debut, cosy murder mystery novel and more are planned for the future!

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Latest Events, News and Opportunities We’re halfway through the school holidays and the fun is far from over. There are still lots of children’s activities happening across the district - perfect for keeping young minds active, curious and creative. There are three fantastic festivals coming up in June across Kirklees offering a vibrant mix of creativity, community and celebration for everyone to enjoy. Holmfirth Arts Festival returns with its main weekend of entertainment taking place from 12–14 June, filling the town with performances, music and outdoor arts. Then on 27 June, the Deighton Carnival marks its 25th Festival, while on the same day Cleckheaton’s Longest Day Festival brings five venues to life with over 27 artists in a unique grassroots celebration. Also, coming up at Oakwell Hall on Sunday 7 June is Woven’s World Stitch Day - a free, vibrant celebration of global craft with hands‑on workshops, traditional outfits and a lively textiles marketplace full of unique stitch‑led creations. As highlighted last week, the Seasons of Culture – Nature funding programme is currently open for applications, offering support for creative projects across Kirklees – if you have a project coming up that needs funding, do explore the funding details and make sure you apply before the 10 June deadline. As always, our newsletter showcases just a selection of the creative opportunities and activities happening across the area, with plenty more to explore on our websites. www.creativekirklees.com and www.musicinkirklees.co.uk

Featured events Interplay  Thu, 28.5.2026 20:30 - 20:30  This compelling evening of dance places creative collaboration at its core, exploring themes of duality and the fusion of distinct artistic voices.  Read more Let's Rock Huddersfield  Sat, 30.5.2026 11:00 - 17:00  Let’s Rock Huddersfield is coming on Saturday 30 May 2026 to Accu Stadium with a line-up of the best of the 80’s!  Read more Champion Brass at The Minster - Hepworth Band & Brassband Burgermusik Luzern  Sat, 30.5.2026 17:00 - 19:00  Join 2026 Yorkshire Champions, Hepworth Band & Brassband Burgermusik Luzern, the 2014 European Champions for a special massed bands charity concert in ...  Read more It Was Just An Accident  Sun, 31.5.2026 07:00 - 09:30  Gripping and highly entertaining thriller. Filmed in secret in Iran.  Read more Sonar Sessions - Boo Hewerdine & Yvonne Lyon  Sun, 31.5.2026 18:30 - 22:00  Sonar Sessions is a monthly Sunday evening event, showcasing artists in the genres of world, jazz, soul, acoustic & folk. Each Sonar Session will ...  Read more Summer Soirée with Classical Guitarist Alexandra Whittingham  Wed, 3.6.2026 19:30 - 21:30  A summer evening soirée with musical entertainment by Classical Guitarist Alexandra Whittingham and refreshments and socialising afterwards.  Read more Exploring Greenhead Park  Thu, 4.6.2026 19:00 - 21:00  A guided walk with David Griffith's around Greenhead Park exploring its historical features  Read more Unearthed  Thu, 4.6.2026 19:00 - 21:30  An evening of new electronic music and sound art curated by Yorkshire Sound Women Network.  Read more Day Out With Thomas  Sat, 6.6.2026 09:15 - 17:00 | +1   Day Out With Thomas™: Let's Rock, Let's Roll Tour is hitting the tracks and bringing the beat to the heritage railways across the country!  Read more University of Huddersfield - 2026 Graduate Showcase  Sat, 6.6.2026 12:00 - Sat, 20.6.2026 17:00  This exhibition celebrates the creativity, innovation, and hard work of University graduating students.  Read more ETC presents: The North (15)  Sat, 6.6.2026 19:00 - 22:00  Holme Valley Mountain Rescue fundraiser  Read more WOVEN'S World Stitch Day  Sun, 7.6.2026 11:00 - 16:00  Join WOVEN for a vibrant celebration of the universal language of stitch and textiles at Oakwell Hall this summer  Read more Summer Exhibition Preview Evening  Fri, 12.6.2026 18:30 - 21:00  Get a first look at our summer exhibition- booking essential.  Read more Holmfirth Arts Festival 2026  Fri, 12.6.2026 19:00 - 22:00 | +2   The Holmfirth Arts Festival Big Weekend takes place from 12-14 June, 2026, with all events and performances FREEE or Pay As You Decide.  Read more

Workshops and Courses The Gruffalo Musical Workshop at Cleckheaton Library  Fri, 29.5.2026 10:30 - 11:30  A fun creative music making event for young families  Read more Scraptastic Storytime at Marsden Library  Fri, 29.5.2026 14:00 - 15:00  Read a story and create an animal mask for free. Booking essential  Read more New Spring & Summer 2026 Fused and Stained Glass Workshops with glass artist Louise Watson  Sat, 21.3.2026 11:00 - Sat, 4.7.2026 15:00 | +1   Upcoming 2026 dates available for Fused and Stained Glass Workshops with Royal College of Art trained glass artist Louise Watson at her studio, Upper ...  Read more Flying Alien Beasties cardboard art workshop with Marshian Arts  Sun, 31.5.2026 14:30 - 16:15  Join award winning local artist Serena Rogers and create alien birds and butterflies and your own flights of fancy to display in homes and the streets ...  Read more Young Potters!  Wed, 3.6.2026 16:30 - 17:45  Young Potters Club is back at The Clay Mill, Slaithwaite. Building creativity, imagination and fine motor clay skills for 7-12 year olds  Read more Decoupage Workshop at Marsden Library  Thu, 4.6.2026 10:30 - 12:00  Join us at Marsden library to decorate jars and coasters with beautiful papercraft designs.  Read more Portrait Drawing Club  Wed, 10.6.2026 13:00 - 14:30 | +1   Unwind at this creative portrait drawing club  Read more Sunday Throwing Taster Sessions  Sun, 14.6.2026 11:00 - 13:00  Want to give pottery throwing a try? Join us for a fun, 2 hour taster session!  Read more

Latest news Attention local venues! - SIA launches consultation on section 12 guidance for Martyn’s Law The Security Industry Authority has today (15 April 2026) launched a public consultation on its draft section 12 statutory guidance.  Read more The Orchestra of Opera North closes the 2025/26 Kirklees Concert Season with The Four Seasons The Orchestra of Opera North brings the 2025/26 Kirklees Concert Season to a radiant close with The Four Seasons on Sunday 14 June at 4 pm in Huddersf ...  Read more

Opportunities to watch out for Kirklees Tapestry Project to Celebrate the Enduring Legacy of the Windrush Generation Help shape the artwork by sharing what stories and symbols you believe should be represented in the tapestry  Read more Calling all ceramicists - apply now for a table at The GREAT Leeds Ceramics Fair - Deadline 7 June The GREAT Leeds Ceramics Fair will take place on Saturday 18th July 2026 from 11 - 4pm at Brodrick Hall, Leeds and ceramicists are invited to apply fo ...  Read more Arts Council England: Developing Your Creative Practice Deadline 2 July The programme encourages development by allowing you to learn, innovate and take creative risks. It’s all about you and making a meaningful shift in y ...  Read more Seasons of Culture - Nature: Funding Opportunity for Creative Organisations in Kirklees The Kirklees ‘Seasons of Culture – Nature’ programme is now open for applications. Deadline 10 June  Read more Tour de France design competition could kickstart the career of a Kirklees creative Local creative students have the opportunity to design the official posters for next year’s Tour de France Femmes!  Read more Rising Star Craft Award: The Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust Deadline 5 June This biennial award celebrates emerging craftspeople who demonstrate exceptional skill, dedication to their discipline, and meaningful contributions t ...  Read more

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