Local author pens mystery book

By Gloria Austin
Staff Writer
    A local author had her first comical culinary mystery novel, “Death By Artichoke,” released on Amazon.com.
    Abigail C. Houston, formerly of Island Falls and now residing in Oakfield, is a Maine native born of Canadian immigrants. She hails from the Lewiston/Auburn area where she worked as a culinary arts chef in local restaurants and delis and as a food service director.
    Houston describes her book as “an arm chair plot that takes you down the Maine coastline where you will see if from a different point of view.”
    Houston’s husband, Brent, is also a writer and completed his 2010 publishing of “The Android Chronicles, The Beginnings.”
    The sci-fi novelist is a retired computer engineer.
    The couple plans on local book signings at Cary Library and on August 25 at York’s Books in Market Square.
    “After many years, I chose to write about my numerous experiences that left an indelible imprint in my life that I will cherish forever,” she said.
    To follow Houston’s blog where she will share more news about her book signings and recipes with her peers and readers, visit cozymurders.com.
    “I’ve started a newly found Death By Artichoke Luncheon Society,” added Houston. “It will meet monthly to enjoy mouthwatering international foods, as well as discuss mystery novels and foods.”
    A unique aspect is discovered at the end of the book, as Houston shares her Death By Artichoke appetizer cheesecake.
    “It is an uncanny and delicious recipe,” she added. “You can make it yourself before you sit down and dive right into my book.”
    “Death By Artichoke” is available in bookstores like Mr. Paperback, Barnes and Noble, as well as in a Kindle version. “The Android Chronicles, The Beginnings” can also be purchased at Amazon.com or in a Kindle version, as well.
    “You can visit my husband’s website, www.theadroidchronicles.com, to find out more about his book, as well as tasty recipes,” she said.
    The Houstons’ books are both a part of the Maine State Library and their hometown libraries.