Meet the Authors: Judy L. Murray & Thomas J. Papia
Join us at Kathy’s Corner Shop on Friday, October 9 from 5–8 PM for a special evening with authors Judy L. Murray and Thomas J. Papia, happening during North East’s final 2nd Friday on Main of 2026!
From Chesapeake Bay mysteries to Italian cooking, there’s a little something for every kind of book lover. Stop in to meet the authors, learn more about their books, get your copies signed, and enjoy a fun fall evening in downtown North East.
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🔎 Meet Judy L. Murray
Judy L. Murray is the author of the award-winning Chesapeake Bay Mystery series, featuring real estate agent turned amateur sleuth Helen Morrisey.
Her debut novel, Murder in the Master, has earned major recognition, including Pencraft Awards First Place – Mystery, a Silver Falchion Award, an IPPY Award, and an Agatha Award nomination for Best First Mystery.
Set in a Chesapeake Bay village brimming with secrets, the series combines cozy mysteries, clever whodunits, small-town intrigue, and a strong female sleuth. Helen even calls upon her imaginary “Detection Club” of iconic female detectives as she works her way through clues, suspects, and more than a little murder.
Come meet Judy and discover a mystery series with plenty of Chesapeake Bay flavor!
🍝 Meet Thomas J. Papia
Thomas J. Papia is a Maryland-based food blogger, recipe developer, and cookbook author with more than 30 years of hands-on cooking experience in restaurants and catering.
His award-winning cookbook, Invent Your Recipe: Italian, features 80 recipes and takes a practical, approachable look at Italian-American cooking. Thomas encourages home cooks to trust their instincts, work with what they have, and become more confident in the kitchen.
His approach focuses on flexible techniques, simple ingredients, and real-life cooking, making the book especially approachable for beginners and families.
Stop by to meet Thomas, talk food, and pick up a signed cookbook for your own kitchen or an early holiday gift!
🏈 Make a Night of It on Main Street!
October 9 is also the final 2nd Friday on Main of the 2026 season, with a Football & Tailgates theme! Downtown North East will be filled with live music, local shopping, food, drinks, merchant specials, and plenty of team spirit from 5–8 PM.
Wear your favorite jersey or team colors, visit us for Murder, Mystery & Meatballs, and then stroll Main Street to enjoy everything happening downtown.
Friday, October 9, 2026 • 5–8 PM
Kathy’s Corner Shop • North East, Maryland
Books • Conversation • Signings