The Death of Mungo Blackwell

Winner of the ACFW Award for Best Contemporary Fiction

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Praise for The Death of Mungo Blackwell:

“Hilarious and entertaining, a fantastic story for anyone who has had a hiccup in life.”   Danny Gokey, recording artist and author of Hope in Front of Me

“A cast of delightful and eccentric characters bring to life this heartfelt story about discovering real friendship and what’s truly important in life. If only Coraloo were a real place we all could visit.” Claire Wong, author of A Map of the Sky

“Lauren Brandenburgs tells a delightful tale of redemption with playful twists and turns of phrase to draw you through the story of riches-to-rags to something more valuable than riches.”  David Rawlings, award-winning author of The Baggage Handler and The Camera Never Lies

The Blackwells are a family with an extraordinary history and astounding traditions, which include attending their own funerals before they die! Their ways are questionable and their stories about deceased relatives are as bold as their red hair, but it is their eclectic wares that keep tourists coming back to their market in the town of Coraloo. Charlie Price, whose world has come crumbling down after a lapse in judgment leaves him unemployed, finds himself flung into the chaotic world of the Blackwells when he relocates to Coraloo with his socialite wife, Velveteen, and shy son, Gideon. Here Charlie attempts to make a living as a “picker”, reselling under-priced items he picks up at the market. Some of the Blackwells welcome him with open arms, but others resent pickers and want him thrown out of the market. Charlie soon finds this new way of life under threat and his quest for simplicity seems to be crumbling. Perhaps it’s time for Charlie to have a funeral of his own…

This charming story of hope will warm your heart and make your imagination soar.

The Marriage of Innis Wilkinson

‘I was completely charmed by The Marriage of Innis Wilkinson. What a marvelous sequel to The Death of Mungo Blackwell. Lauren is a refreshing, talented storyteller. She’s an author I’ve added to my favorites list.’ Rachel Hauck, NYTimes Bestselling Author

Roy Blackwell has proposed to Margarette Toft. A controversial decision given their families are sworn enemies!
Soon Coraloo’s feuding clans are competing to organize events for the most talked about wedding of the year… and glorious chaos ensues! But as the depth of the two families’ animosity becomes clear, Roy and Margarette’s relationship begins to falter.
Then Roy unearths a town secret involving the mysterious marriage of Innis Wilkinson and a murder. Parallels between the past and present rock the couple even further.
But, as the whole truth comes to light, Roy and Margarette learn more than they could have imagined about love, family, and finding a place in the world.
Heart-warming and charming, The Marriage of Innis Wilkinson will inspire joy and laughter.