Storm Publishing is thrilled to announce the acquisition of a new contemporary cosy crime series by bestselling author Pam Lecky. The multi-book deal, negotiated by Publisher Kathryn Taussig, includes three books in the series, with publication beginning in early summer 2026 across ebook, paperback and audio formats.
Set in the fictional village of Glenfinn near Westport along the Wild Atlantic Way in County Mayo, Ireland, the series follows Ali Brennan, a landscape gardener with a surprising talent for solving crimes. When the body of a wealthy businessman is discovered on a remote island in Clew Bay, Ali and her hapless nephew Gavin are drawn into the complex mystery surrounding his murder.
Pam Lecky said:
“I’m thrilled to share the news that my new contemporary crime series, The Wild Atlantic Murders, has found a home with Storm Publishing. Having had the pleasure of working with my editor, Kathryn Taussig, for the past few years, I know these stories couldn’t be in better hands. Huge thanks also to my wonderful agent, Thérèse Coen at Susanna Lea & Associates, London, for making this deal happen.
With strong family roots in County Mayo, Ireland, it felt only natural to set the series along the stunning Wild Atlantic Way. The books take place in the fictional village of Glenfinn, near Westport, and follow landscaper and amateur sleuth Ali Brennan as she navigates the world of crime with the help of her nephew, Gavin. Across the series, readers will meet a cast of recurring characters and encounter stories that delve into serious themes while reflecting life in modern Ireland.”
Kathryn Taussig said:
“Pam has created something really special with these books. Ali Brennan is a wonderfully authentic protagonist – capable, warm and credible – and the Irish setting along the Wild Atlantic Way provides a stunning and atmospheric backdrop for the mystery. With its blend of humour, intrigue and a few twists and turns along the way, this series has all the ingredients to resonate with cosy mystery enthusiasts everywhere.”
To learn more about Pam Lecky and her books, visit her website or follow her on Facebook, X or Instagram.
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