Events

Malice, Moveable Feast, and More

Last weekend, I participated in Malice Domestic. It was wonderful to see old friends and make new friends. We were all there to talk about mysteries. There were panels, Malice Go Round, auctions, meals with friends, and awards. Congratulations to the Agatha winners.

I think most of us go home still longing for more.

But we are home, and it’s time to look forward to the Moveable Feast hosted by CLASS ~ Community Learning About Special Subjects.

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It’s not too late to buy tickets. You can contact My Sister’s Books & Gifts by calling 1-843-235-9618.

So, you must be thinking, what more can there be? My friend, Annie McEwen interviewed me and you can join us here. https://blog.freshfiction.com/annie-mcewen-where-everybody-knows-your-alibi-jackie-layton/

And that’s it for now. I am blessed to have so many good friends, and I appreciate all of you.

Until next time,

Happy reading

Events

Festivals and More

This past weekend, I participated in Art Under the Oaks. Tim joined me as well as my sister-in-law, Carol, and niece, Kelli.

Next up? Malice Domestic 2026. Stay tuned for more information.

I’ll be on a panel Friday, April 24, at 3:00 PM. I’ll also join the Murder, They Write group for breakfast on Saturday morning. If you’re going to Malice, please join us. More information to follow.

On May, 5, I’ll be speaking at Seaview Inn for the Moveable Feast. Here’s the information:

CLASS

Author: Jackie Layton
Date/Time: Tuesday 05/05/2026 at 11:00 AM
Book: Killer Secrets, An Organized Crime Cozy Mystery
Synopsis: Speed dating sabotage? Or straight-up murder? Kate Sloan’s best friend, Bess Walker, decides to try speed dating and convinces Kate to go with her for moral support. The night of the event is filled with many emotions. Excitement, hope, jealousy, fear, greed, and even anger. Emotions spiral out of control for one person. Before the second round, the event’s host is murdered. Kate will use her skills at organizing, list-making, and questioning to try and solve the murder. Can she unravel the mystery before the killer leaves town for the next weekend of singles events?
Restaurant: Sea View Inn

I’d love to see you at any, or all, of these events!

Until next time, happy reading!

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Moveable Feast

The Moveable Feast is a lunch event hosted by C.L.A.S.S. every two weeks. Community Learning About Special Subjects is led by Linda Ketron, and Bess from My Sister’s Books brings books from her store to the luncheons. Moveable Feast has been around for twenty-seven years, and it’s an honor to be part of the tradition.

I had three books published in 2024, and Linda asked me to speak about all of them. A Suspicious Breed, Clover Covered Corpse, and The Con were all released this year.

The event took place at Wahoo’s Fish House in Murrells Inlet. The view was beautiful, the food was delicious, and the company was amazing!

Bess introduced me, and then I spoke for an hour about myself and my books. Tim, my husband, came and took pictures before, during, and after. There was time for questions, and the audience was engaged. It was a lot of fun, and I enjoyed meeting so many great readers!

It was a lovely event, and I appreciate everyone who took part. And thanks to you for letting me share the fun.

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Spring, Easter, and Family

Hi friends,

I hope you are having a beautiful and safe spring. Living in the South spoils me. No more Easters with snow. Yay! South Carolina has also spoiled me with lovely warm weather. I don’t deal well with the cold anymore. So, I say welcome spring!

The only negative to living on the coast is we’re far from our family. So, I’m going to take a couple of weeks off to focus on family.

Then I’ll be back in the thick of things. Zoom meetings, Malice Domestic, and I’m honored to be the featured author on May 16 at the Moveable Feast. The luncheon will be held in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. If you’re in the area, I’d love to see you there. If you have a specific question, just let me know.

Heather Weidner and Misty Simon will be at Malice Domestic along with me and two-hundred mystery authors. It’s a fan-focused event. And it’s FUN!

Until then, I hope you have a happy Easter and spring days!