License to Steal: A Paranormal Psychic Mystery Novella (Shelby Nichols Adventure)
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A PI license, a stolen figurine, and the sinister plot behind it. Just another day in the life of Shelby Nichols, mind-reader extraordinaire.
Between a private investigator, a mob boss, and a millionaire philanthropist, it’s hard to know which one is the bad guy. For mind reader, Shelby Nichols, the answer could be deadly. Is getting her own PI license worth the risk? (Previously included in the Seasoned Magic Anthology)
USA TODAY and Wall Street Journal Bestselling author Colleen Helme offers a clever mix of mystery, laugh-out-loud humor, and page-turning adventure in the highly acclaimed Shelby Nichols Adventure Series.
PRAISE FOR THE SHELBY NICHOLS SERIES
“I cannot get enough from this incredible author! I have followed Shelby from CARROTS to this latest story and have loved every one. I couldn’t say which I have liked and enjoyed more; Colleen is an incredibly talented person and her stories tell us why. This collection of stories starring Shelby Nichols is beyond good, and I highly recommend it.” ~Christina Brett – Author
“Colleen Helme is one of the greatest authors working independently today.”~Matthew LeDrew, Bestselling author of Infinity
“The author has such a quirky sense of humor partnered with such creative talent it that really shines on every page!” ~ Amazon Reviewer
Perfect for fans of Jana, DeLeon, Elizabeth Hunter, Shannon Mayer, KF Breene.
From the Publisher



ASIN : B0BG9CN7C7
Publisher : Manetto Books
Accessibility : Learn more
Publication date : September 22, 2022
Edition : 1st
Language : English
File size : 2.4 MB
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Not Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 54 pages
Page Flip : Enabled
Best Sellers Rank: #302,525 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store) #344 in 90-Minute Mystery, Thriller & Suspense Short Reads #597 in Psychic Mysteries #744 in Psychic Suspense
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Customers say
Customers find this paranormal mystery novella to be a delightful and funny read, with one customer noting it’s a full-length Shelby Nichols novel. The story receives positive feedback for its quality, and customers appreciate it as an excellent addition to the series.
11 reviews for License to Steal: A Paranormal Psychic Mystery Novella (Shelby Nichols Adventure)
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Kathleen G. Bohle –
Love Shelby Nichols
Colleen Helme is an amazing writer with a wonderful way with words. Shelby Nichols is a fun, entertaining character who I love reading her adventures. Then you have Ramos and Joey Manetto part of the adventure it couldnât be better. I love this series and look forward to reading more from Colleen Helme.
little Debbie –
Carrots are good for your (eye) sight. !
Shelby works through another assignment⦠with a twist. She could get a job at the circus with the tightrope she walks with each case. Always interesting with a big smile at the end!
Lydia J. Lewis –
Short and sweet
I liked the interaction between Shelby and Ramos throughout this very short read. Uncle Joey also made my day with his witty and cunning takedowns of his opponent, of course he had help from the dynamic duo but he is still a lovable bad guy. This novella made my day. Great job once again Ms. Helme short and sweet!
Thea Lockard –
Good Series w/ a Caveat
I love the Shelby Nichols series! Combining fantasy with everyday life is a definite draw for me, despite the knowledge that real life just doesn’t work that way, lol. But it’s fun nonetheless.Doesn’t matter the plot, or the characters, all books are about relationships of some kind, fiction or non-fiction. So, I’d like to comment on the relationship of a very happily married woman flirting and fantasizing about another sexy, unattached man, who is also a main character. The borderline relationship has endured through all of the Shelby Nichols books and is the only thing the keeps me from giving this a 5 star rating.In this latest book the “big” tease continues and seems to be a mainstay of this series. However, the reality is no woman, however much a devoted, loving wife is and close to sainthood by constantly resisting the sexy, available man is too much to even consider long-term, regardless of the whole fantasy. At some point, something has to go or change to resolve this. As much fun as it is to fantasize about keeping an alluring man as a “third” in this series, I would like to see a resolution. Either the husband has to leave the series or the alluring, sexy man needs an exit or his very own love interest that lets the Shelby character fall into good, safe friend territory.Other than that I do love this series and always look for a new Shelby Nichols book!
Sandra Landry –
always ready to read about Shelby
I immediately wanted to read this because Iâve been following Shelby since she bought the bag of carrots. I suggest you read the whole series for a fun and exciting read.
Kindle Customer –
Good story.
I enjoyed this novella. This is a very good series. Shelby wants to earn her PI license and gets involved .to find a stolen statuette. Even though this is 54 pages, there is a lot of action and humor. If you like this series, I recommend it.
Kindle Customer –
Shelby works to get her PI license
Shelby must put in a lot of hours working for a PI in order to apply for her private investigator license. But the private detective she ends up working for is not a nice guy. But she manages to solve her case and get her hours using her powers for good as always.
Jeanie Jackson –
All the fun of a full-length Shelby Nichols novel.
License to Steal is an excellent addition to the Shelby Nichols series and I LOVE that series. She is one of the few authors whose short stories and novellas I loved. I first read License to Steal in the anthology Seasoned Magic, but I had to have a standalone copy because I love it so much. All the fun of the other Shelby Nichols buts is there with only a little of the danger and of course, Ramos.
Boatmanken –
Shelby needs her private investigator licence as apprentice to a registered PI helping him to search for a stolen statue and the chief suspects are Ramos and uncle Joey. Let the fun begin.
seeing50 –
Colleen Helme never disappoints! Shelby, Uncle Joey, and Ramos are the best. You will never guess what they get involved with next. Always a good mystery and a great many chuckles and some down right laugh out louds.Don’t miss out on one of the best series written with sharp wit and a bit of sexual innuendo. Colleen can’t write fast enough for me!
pamela allott –
Absolutely love this series – need more itâs addictive 🙂