Emily Lickenson Cozy Mystery Books in Order

The Emily Lickenson books lean into CeeCee James's playful side. The name alone tells you these mysteries are going to wink a little at readers, and the series follows through on that promise with a cat-loving heroine, literary nods, and cases that feel a touch more whimsical than some of her other cozies.

Emily is a cat blogger with a nose for trouble and a habit of noticing what other people wave away. She teams up with Aunt Mattie, who brings a lot of personality and just enough eccentricity to keep every conversation interesting. Add Shakespeare the cat, and the series quickly settles into a funny, affectionate rhythm.

The first book drops Emily into a mystery tied to a care home after the head cook dies unexpectedly. That setup says a lot about the series as a whole. These are small-community mysteries where everyday places, rooms, routines, staff, neighbors, and family visits, can suddenly become loaded with motive and suspicion.

What makes the books stand out is the tone. They are clearly mysteries, but they are also light on their feet. Emily and Mattie do not just chase clues. They bounce off each other, push at odd behavior, and bring a bit of theatrical curiosity to the whole process. The titles also hint at the literary flavor running underneath the crimes.

If you want cozy mysteries with a smart cat, a nosy aunt, and a heroine who treats the world like one big puzzle begging to be solved, Emily Lickenson is a charming place to start. The books feel light, but the mysteries still have enough twists to keep things moving.