Judge Winston Breckinridge, a Republican candidate for a seat in the Michigan Legislature, is murdered at the Ingham County Fair while manning his party's booth. It seems the Judge was not well-liked by many, but who would go to such extremes? Once again, mystery writer Richard Baldwin gives readers what they crave… a good plot, interesting characters, some excitement, and, when all is said and done, justice.

Buttonwood Press is the fulfillment of a vision, offering the entertaining and inspiring works of its founder, Richard L. Baldwin. The books published by Buttonwood Press are designed to educate through the use of the mystery genre or experiences of the spirit.

This publishing company endeavors to grow and serve others through the power of the written word.


Please view these glimpses into the world of Buttonwood Press. Thanks to Martha Rooker, Terry Such, and Kraig Westfall we have a couple of segments on the site to allow people the opportunity to come into Buttonwood Press and make themselves at home. Let me know how you like this new touch to the site.

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A resident of Haslett, Rich Baldwin has published more than 15 books, two children’s books, a set of religious vignettes and several skits, including The AARP Magazine Swim Suit Edition, under his own company – Buttonwood Press. He is also a public speaker, addressing groups on the topic of “How to Self Publish Your Own Book.” Prior to becoming a published author, he enjoyed a long and exciting career in special education, serving as a teacher, college professor and then 20 years at the Michigan Department of Education where he was a consultant, supervisor and State Director of Special Education from 1990-97. Baldwin was born in Kalamazoo, raised in Grand Haven and has graduate and post graduate degrees from Western Michigan University and a doctorate from Kansas University. Back to top


On the Road Again!! 

I sure can relate to Willie Nelson's hit song, "On the Road Again." Now that winter is fast approaching us Buttonwood Press is off to a new place every weekend. We are getting offered new shows weekly to attend. This year has been a busy year for us and we are so thankful!!! And, so far, book sales have been fantastic. And, furthermore, meeting my fans and lots of new people is a real treat!!

News from Rich...

It is holiday craft show time so the transition from outside shows to inside shows is underway.  So far we’ve been to Perry with St. Mary in Williamston and DeWitt Junior High coming up in the next two weekends.  They tell me that people line up and burst in to see the vendors at the Chesaning Craft Show on Nov. 27 and 28.  On Dec. 3rd we’ll be at the Delta College Craft Show in the Saginaw area.  We were admitted to the Michigan State Holiday Craft Show on Dec. 5-6 which is HUGE.

Suzanne Johnson joins the Buttonwood Press team as Office Manager.  Suzanne works part-time and will help us get our “books” in order (pun intended), book orders filled, and data bases up to date.  She is a welcome addition to the team.  The business is getting a bit bigger than a one-man show.

Administration Can Be Murder has been reprinted.  Suzanne reports that the storeroom will soon have all 10 of the mysteries for sale.  Administration Can Be Murder has been out of print for some time, but now we are stocked and will change our order page to reflect their availability.

Our books are now on Amazon.com.  You can get them at a much cheaper rate from our web site, but for those who like to show Amazon, you can now get our books there.

Facebook up and running.  Please ask to be my friend on my facebook page and you’ll be kept up to date through that medium while you are checking out news from your favorite facebook friends.

New Stores!!!!!

We are pleased to announce that our books are with new retailers.  Thanks to Cherri Allen of Auburn, between Midland and Bay City, who has our books in her most attrractive Feed 'N Seed store.  Cherri is a fan of the mysteries and enjoys selling them to her customers.     

Murder at the Ingham County Fair is on sale now. 
This, the 10th mystery novel is hot off the press. The book is available now and ready to make wonderful holiday gifts and of course a whole host of shows, talks, and festivals. You can order off of the web site order form.

The 11th Book

The 11th is not off the press and already people are asking me about the next book. There are three possible titles and each is in a stage of being written. Locked in with Murder has been on the back burner for a couple of years and is in the lead to be the next mystery. I would like to do a winter mystery and may involve the Tip-Up-Town festival in Houghton Lake. The third one which is only in the idea stage is "All in Favor, Say Die!" This book would feature the Michigan Legislature tackling the motorcycle helmet law or repeal of same.

Audio Version is Available

After telling numerous people, "Sorry, no, I do not have an audio version of the book," I decided to do it. So, Murder at the Ingham County Fair will be available in audio; MP3 or multiple disks. The cost is $19.95. I am the reader (anything to save a buck). Somehow I don't think I could afford, James Earl Jones!!

Manistee - What a wonderful evening!

Last October, I was honored to be one of four mystery authors invited to present at the Manistee Public Library.  My friends Ed Andrews and Stephanie Oden were on hand to make sure I had my Diet Coke and a sufficient amount of M & Ms.  The audience was responsive, asked great questions, and seemed to enjoy getting into my head.

Well, lots of book orders coming in so I must be on my way. Thanks for visiting my web site and I hope to see you at one of the upcoming shows. My best, Rich.


If you would like to purchase any of Rich's books, please follow these simple steps:

1. Download and complete order form
2. Write check for amount due (payable to Buttonwood Press)
3. Mail order form and payment to:

Buttonwood Press
P.O. Box 716
Haslett, MI 48840

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On the Road Again!!

Murder at the Ingham County Fair is Released.

The 11th Book

Audio Version is Available

St. Helen - What a Wonderful Evening!!

November 14, 2009
Rich and his Michigan Mysteries will be at Dewitt Jr. High from 9-5 P.M.

November 27 & 28, 2009
Catch Rich at Chesening Craft Show from 10-4 P.M.

December 5 & 6, 2009
MSU Holiday Arts and Craft Show!!!!!! Go spartans!


Happy Holidays from our home to yours!!!

Keep checking for 2010 Shows!!!!! See you there!