Hi, I’m Deb, and I’m so glad you stopped by.

Around here you’ll find charming small towns, quirky characters, coffee that’s always hot, recipes worth sharing, and enough mystery to keep everyone talking.

So grab a cup of coffee, pull up a chair, and stay awhile.

There’s always room for one more on the porch.

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news from my Front Porch

The Crepe Myrtle Is Blooming

July 13, 2026 July 13, 2026 DD Porch Life Leave a comment

From the Front Porch: The Crepe Myrtle Is Blooming Yesterday morning, with my first cup of coffee in hand, I stepped onto the front porch and was greeted by one of my favorite sights of summer—my crepe myrtle in full bloom. It always seems to happen overnight. One day there are a few scattered blossoms,...Continue reading→

Which Compass Rose Character Are You? (A Totally Unofficial Quiz)

April 3, 2026 April 27, 2026 DD Compass Rose B&B

No spoilers. Mostly. I tried. I failed. You’ve been warned. Welcome to Beacon Harbor — where the chowder is award-winning, the seagulls are criminal, and someone has ended up dead on the dinner cruise. The Compass Rose B&B is full of unforgettable characters, and I’ve been dying (too soon?) to ask: which one are you?...Continue reading→

Welcome to Beacon Harbor

November 9, 2025 November 9, 2025 DD Compass Rose B&B, Debora Dennis

Welcome to the Compass Rose B&B A sneak peek into my brand-new cozy mystery series — coming January 2026! There’s something special about seaside inns. The salty air, the sound of waves against the pier… and of course, the occasional whisper of secrets behind closed doors. Welcome to the Compass Rose B&B, where the coffee...Continue reading→