SunLake Press

SunLake Press connects readers with terrific stories

Nestled in the charming, history-rich streets of Savannah, Georgia, Sunlake Press shines bright as an independent publisher. In a haunted enchanted city, we like to joke that we’re driven by spirits—both the ghostly kind and the creative kind.

Established in 1995 by the daydreaming visionaries at Lavrisa Enterprises, INC., we’re all about weaving tales that captivate and inspire. From gripping fiction and intriguing mysteries to heartfelt memoirs to groundbreaking narratives, we love it all.

And hey, if you’re bursting with a story and a fresh voice, we’re all ears! Join us as we discover new authors and celebrate the power of storytelling together!

Books

Liquid Lies

One dead body.
Two girls with a deadly secret.
Body count rising.
Can she find the killer before she’s the next target?

Dying for Dinner Rolls

Catherine “Cat” Thompson’s first day as an amateur sleuth includes being held at gunpoint, stuck in a burning dumpster, and nearly run over. With her friend Annie Mae, she navigates Savannah’s streets to catch a killer—but will they survive long enough to solve the case?

Murderous Muffins

Bezu, a Southern belle deep in debt, secretly takes in quirky lodgers—including a mysterious green-eyed man who makes her heart flutter. But when one boarder dies from poisoned muffins, she must catch the killer before she ends up in jail or worse.

Homicide by Hamlet

Annie Mae’s last job before retiring from a 30-year academic career is one week at summer theater camp. Easy—until a team leader is murdered. Now, with everyone a suspect and secrets abound, Annie Mae must catch the killer before she becomes the next victim.

Killing with Kings

When a friendly poker game turns deadly, Sergeant José Rodriguez suspects foul play. Facing resistance from his department and a rookie’s insistence on joining the investigation, José must catch the killer, protect a brash young officer, and guard a secret he’s kept since joining the force.

Coming Soon

All I Really Need To Know I Learned From A Drunk

Explore an irreverent and thought-provoking short book that delves into the quirks and challenges of an unusual upbringing, blending sharp wit with candid reflection.

News & Media

“Let’s Dish” event at the Pierson Library

Savannah authors pen novels that offer something for everyone this summer

Savannah author Lois Lavrisa hosts book launch
Oct. 12

Tid Bits

Meeting Stephen King

Here I am meeting my idol Stephen King—yep, that’s a butt shot of me. We had a brief chat, and I was so in shock he was actually talking to me beyond a simple hello that I could barely string together a sentence!