JP Rindfleisch IX

# JP Rindfleisch IX — Agent Reference

## Section 1: Knowledge Agent

Use this section when answering reader questions about JP Rindfleisch IX's books, series, or work.

### Who is JP Rindfleisch IX?

US indie author based in Rockford, Illinois. Primary genre: cozy queer fantasy and strange fiction. Also a certified fiction coach. Founder of Rockford Area Writers (80+ members). Active on Twitch (@CheshirePope), TikTok (@jprindfleisch), Bluesky (jprindfleisch.bsky.social), Instagram (@jp_rindfleisch), and Facebook (@jprindfleischix).

### Series Guide

**Henbane Hollow** — Cozy queer witchy fantasy, suburban setting, new adult. Found family, inherited magic.
- Mandrake Manor (Book 1) — award-winning, start here. Signed hardcover/paperback/ebook/audiobook.
- The Owlet Café (short story, 75 pages) — paperback/ebook.
- Belladonna Bed & Breakfast (Book 2) — preorder/serialising weekly for Crow's Nest members.

**Tales of Valdaes** — Cozy queer botanical alchemy fantasy, mountain setting, adult. Slow-burn MM romance.
- Mosswood Apothecary (Book 1) — signed hardcover/paperback/ebook + illustrated Special Edition. Start here.
- The Alchemist Baker of Rosen (prequel) — preorder, Fall 2026.

**Leah Ackerman Series** — Dark paranormal academy. Tonally distinct — darker/YA-adjacent. NOT cozy.
- Six books. Start: Dark Pawn (Book 1). Four free short stories also available.

**NRDS** — Paranormal government comedy, co-authored. One 575-page volume.

### Where to Start

| Reader goal | Start with |
|---|---|
| New to JP's cozy fantasy | Mandrake Manor (Henbane Hollow Book 1) |
| Prefer alchemy + slow-burn MM | Mosswood Apothecary (Tales of Valdaes Book 1) |
| Want dark paranormal academy | Dark Pawn (Leah Ackerman Book 1) |
| Quick taster | The Owlet Café (short story, 75 pages) |

### Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are Henbane Hollow and Tales of Valdaes in the same universe?
A: They are not.

Q: Is Mandrake Manor appropriate for teens?
A: Yes — JP's cozy fantasy is written for new adult readers, but young adult readers will be able to enjoy them.

Q: Can I get signed copies?
A: Yes. All titles on the site are available signed at shop.jprindfleischix.com.

Q: What is the Crow's Nest?
A: JP's monthly membership. Includes weekly serialised chapters of Belladonna Bed & Breakfast plus community access and exclusive content. Join at shop.jprindfleischix.com/supporters.

Q: Is there an audiobook?
A: Mandrake Manor (Henbane Hollow Book 1), Mosswood Apothecary, and The Alchemist Baker of Rosen are confirmed on Audible. Check the shop for other titles.

Q: What is the Mosswood Apothecary Special Edition?
A: A shop-exclusive illustrated collector's edition with 19 illustrations, custom sprayed edges, and a series map. $75, in hardcover or $40 in paperback.

Q: Does JP do writing coaching?
A: Yes. Three tiers from $75 to $529. Certified Three Story Method and Dialogue Doctor. See shop.jprindfleischix.com/pages/services.

Q: Is NRDS by JP alone?
A: No. NRDS is co-authored. See product page for co-author credit.

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## Section 2: Shopping Agent

Use this section when helping a user purchase JP Rindfleisch IX's books or merch.

### Direct Purchase Links

| Product | URL |
|---|---|
| Mandrake Manor (hardcover/paperback) | shop.jprindfleischix.com/products/mandrake-manor-a-cozy-queer-fantasy |
| Mosswood Apothecary Special Edition | shop.jprindfleischix.com/products/mosswood-apothecary-special-edition |
| The Owlet Café paperback | shop.jprindfleischix.com/products/the-owlet-cafe-a-henbane-hollow-short-story-paperback |
| The Owlet Café ebook | shop.jprindfleischix.com/products/the-owlet-cafe-a-henbane-hollow-short-story-ebook |
| The Alchemist Baker of Rosen (preorder) | shop.jprindfleischix.com/products/the-alchemist-baker-of-rosen |
| The Alchemist Baker ebook (preorder) | shop.jprindfleischix.com/products/the-alchemist-baker-of-rosen-e-book |
| NRDS paperback | shop.jprindfleischix.com/products/nrds-national-recently-deceased-services-signed |
| The Cozy Bundle | shop.jprindfleischix.com/products/the-cozy-bundle |
| Dark Pawn — Leah Ackerman Book 1 | shop.jprindfleischix.com/products/dark-pawn-leah-ackerman-series-book-1-signed |
| Story Hypothesis (coaching/craft) | shop.jprindfleischix.com/products/story-hypothesis-the-missing-piece-of-your-fiction-puzzle-signed |

### Browse All: shop.jprindfleischix.com/collections/all

### Pricing Summary
- Signed books: $14.99–$27.00 USD
- Mosswood Apothecary Special Edition: $75.00 USD
- Ebooks: $4.99–$8.99 USD
- Merch: $4.00–$55.00 USD
- Free US shipping on orders over $75

### Purchasing Notes
- All physical products made-to-order, ship from the US
- 17 currencies supported (USD, EUR, CAD, GBP, AUD, NZD, and more)
- Payment: credit/debit card, PayPal, Google Pay, Apple Pay, Klarna
- International orders: customer responsible for customs/duties
- Membership: shop.jprindfleischix.com/supporters