Features
A Word With Marty Wingate
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? I love mysteries not necessarily for the puzzle, but for the characters and how they react to the situation. Character arcs within a book and over a series are...
Author Showcase ~ The Perils of Writerly Research by Tina Whittle
Write what you know, they say. It’s excellent advice. And yet I—a fully credentialed introvert who spends most days in a comfy chair—decided to write characters who are experts in Krav Maga, speedboats, snipercraft, and fast cars, which are things way outside my daily...
Features
A Word With Marty Wingate
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? I love mysteries not necessarily for the puzzle, but for the characters and how they react to the situation. Character arcs within a book and over a series are...
Author Showcase ~ The Perils of Writerly Research by Tina Whittle
Write what you know, they say. It’s excellent advice. And yet I—a fully credentialed introvert who spends most days in a comfy chair—decided to write characters who are experts in Krav Maga, speedboats, snipercraft, and fast cars, which are things way outside my daily...
Reviews
My Musing ~ SPIRITS OF THE LAW by Elle Jauffret
Dru’s Short Musing: Claire is on the hunt for a killer in this multi-plot whodunit that I could not put down until all was said and done. This fast-paced drama with its crisp writing and comfortable tone made it easy to follow along the path the author has set. The...
My Musing ~ HARD CANDY CHRISTMAS by Susan M. Boyer
Dru’s Short Musing: When her father becomes a suspect in the death of his brother-in law, Liz and Nate are on the case to find the person responsible before the Christmas holiday starts. Like fine wine, the stories presented to us by Susan M. Boyer gets better and...
Reviews
My Musing ~ SPIRITS OF THE LAW by Elle Jauffret
Dru’s Short Musing: Claire is on the hunt for a killer in this multi-plot whodunit that I could not put down until all was said and done. This fast-paced drama with its crisp writing and comfortable tone made it easy to follow along the path the author has set. The...
My Musing ~ HARD CANDY CHRISTMAS by Susan M. Boyer
Dru’s Short Musing: When her father becomes a suspect in the death of his brother-in law, Liz and Nate are on the case to find the person responsible before the Christmas holiday starts. Like fine wine, the stories presented to us by Susan M. Boyer gets better and...
New
Releases
New Releases ~ Week of November 1, 2026
Searching for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing the week of November 1 – 7 with two debut series. I hope a few of these books take you on a reading adventure! NOVEMBER 1 A Note for the Missing by Lila Blake (Amateur Sleuth Mystery) Vivian...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ DEVIL ON DICKENS ISLAND by Allison Brook
It is my pleasure to host the cover reveal for the next book in Allison Brook's mystery series, coming in July 2027 from Rowan Prose Publishing and now up for preorder. Publication Date: July 20, 2027 Series: A Books On The Beach Mystery, Book 2 Genre: Cozy Mystery...
Cover Reveal ~ A LITTLE LIGHT MUSIC by Sarah Osborne
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover for the next book in the "Flo and Maude Christmas" mystery series, coming in November 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: November 15, 2026 Series: Flo and Maude Christmas Cozy Mystery, Book 6 Genre: Cozy...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ DEVIL ON DICKENS ISLAND by Allison Brook
It is my pleasure to host the cover reveal for the next book in Allison Brook's mystery series, coming in July 2027 from Rowan Prose Publishing and now up for preorder. Publication Date: July 20, 2027 Series: A Books On The Beach Mystery, Book 2 Genre: Cozy Mystery...
Cover Reveal ~ A LITTLE LIGHT MUSIC by Sarah Osborne
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover for the next book in the "Flo and Maude Christmas" mystery series, coming in November 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: November 15, 2026 Series: Flo and Maude Christmas Cozy Mystery, Book 6 Genre: Cozy...
Extras
2026 Best Mystery Blog
dru’s book musings have been listed as one of the 60 BEST MYSTERY BOOK BLOGS to follow on the internet in 2026! dru’s book musings placed 13th on the list. Click here for the full list of mystery book blogs. dru’s book musings have been listed as one of the 70 BEST...
Interview with L.A. Chandlar
Author on the Air Global Radio Network invited me, the shy one, to interview the fabulous L.A. Chandlar about her latest release, THE HINDENBERG SPY. We talked about the book, Josephine Baker and of course my favorite building in New York. Listen here on Soundcloud 👉...
Extras
2026 Best Mystery Blog
dru’s book musings have been listed as one of the 60 BEST MYSTERY BOOK BLOGS to follow on the internet in 2026! dru’s book musings placed 13th on the list. Click here for the full list of mystery book blogs. dru’s book musings have been listed as one of the 70 BEST...
Interview with L.A. Chandlar
Author on the Air Global Radio Network invited me, the shy one, to interview the fabulous L.A. Chandlar about her latest release, THE HINDENBERG SPY. We talked about the book, Josephine Baker and of course my favorite building in New York. Listen here on Soundcloud 👉...
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Accolades
2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
