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Welcome to Seashell Key

Where neighbors still wave from passing golf carts, coffee is always brewing at The Salty Bean, and every visitor discovers a story waiting to unfold.

A hat and book gently resting on a piece of driftwood, all on a beach looking at calm water.

The mysteries may bring you to Seashell Key, but it's the people, traditions, and everyday moments that make you feel at home.

 

Pour yourself a cup of coffee from The Salty Bean, wave to a passing golf cart, and settle in. There's always another mystery to solve and another friend to meet.

Explore Seashell Key

Every corner of Seashell Key has its own story. Start with a few familiar places, then follow the island wherever it leads.

The Salty Bean

Coffee is always brewing, neighbors are always talking, and island news travels fast.

Chapter Two

Browse books, gifts, and unexpected treasures at the island shop where every item has a story.

The Lighthouse

Standing watch over Seashell Key, the lighthouse has guided sailors home and guarded plenty of island secrets.

Meet the Neighbors

Every small town has a few neighbors you'll come to know. These are some of the folks who help make Seashell Key feel like home.

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Ben & Holly

If something needs fixing or a friend needs help, Ben and Holly are usually the first to show up.

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Dr. Cash & Phil

Pull up a chair at The Salty Bean. Between the coffee and the conversation, you'll quickly feel like one of the locals.

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Constance

Curious, thoughtful, and wonderfully observant, she has a knack for noticing the connections others overlook.

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Tessa

Creative and welcoming, Tessa reminds everyone to slow down and appreciate the beauty of island life.

Become an Island Resident

Join the free Seashell Key Telegraph and receive island news, recipes, exclusive stories, festival announcements, and sneak peeks from Lola Finch.

 

Every new Island Resident receives a Resident Welcome Packet to help you get acquainted with the island.

Free to join.  We’ll keep a porch light on.

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Over 300 Island Residents already call Seashell Key home.

Meet the Storyteller

Every island has someone who remembers its stories. Lola Finch simply writes them down.

 

Inspired by charming coastal towns, close-knit communities, and the joy of a good mystery, Lola invites readers to slow down, settle in, and stay awhile on Seashell Key.

Sand, sun, and mystery
Sand, sun, and mystery

A Few Things About Lola

📚 Loves cozy mysteries

☕ Never says no to good coffee

🌊 Believes every small town has another story waiting to be discovered

The Seashell Key Mysteries

More than twenty mysteries are waiting on Seashell Key. Whether you're visiting for the first time or returning to catch up with old friends, there's always another story waiting just around the corner.

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New to Seashell Key?

RECOMMENDED FIRST VISIT

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Reels and Riddles

When a traveling film exhibit arrives on Seashell Key, it brings more than vintage props and movie memorabilia. Strange footage, long-buried secrets, and whispers of a cover-up send Tessa and her friends digging through the island’s past.

Browse the Signature Mysteries

Every mystery reveals another corner of Seashell Key. Browse the signature series and discover where your next visit begins.

Secrets of The Forgotten Ward

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Secrets in the Sand

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Smoke Among the Citrus

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The Trim Reaper

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Carols and Clues

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Reels and Riddles

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Sleuthing by Sundae

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Mixtape Murder

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The Map of Lost Hearts

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Prediction in Pink

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Storm Circuit

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The Lighthouse Echo

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The Last Bonbon

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Three Sons and a Secret

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The Lighthouse Letters

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