Features
A Word With J.D. Webb
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? Mystery and suspense novels. A big fan of Rex Stout, Mickey Spilane, Mary Higgens Clark, Alister MacLaine, John D. MacDonald and many others. Tell us how you got...
A Day in My Life ~ Dorian Robert-Houdin (aka Dorian the gargoyle) by Gigi Pandian
Bonjour. It is a pleasure to make your acquaintance. I must apologize for speaking to you from the shadows, before sunrise. My name is Dorian, and I am a gargoyle. I was once carved in stone for Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, then brought to life 150 years ago through...
Features
A Word With J.D. Webb
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? Mystery and suspense novels. A big fan of Rex Stout, Mickey Spilane, Mary Higgens Clark, Alister MacLaine, John D. MacDonald and many others. Tell us how you got...
A Day in My Life ~ Dorian Robert-Houdin (aka Dorian the gargoyle) by Gigi Pandian
Bonjour. It is a pleasure to make your acquaintance. I must apologize for speaking to you from the shadows, before sunrise. My name is Dorian, and I am a gargoyle. I was once carved in stone for Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, then brought to life 150 years ago through...
Reviews
My Musing ~ TO HAVE AND TO HOLD by Liz Milliron
Dru’s Short Musing: When two different people reach out to Jim and Sally for two different reasons, Jim and Sally find themselves in the middle of a criminal act that has implicated an innocent woman. Once again, I marveled at the excellent stories coming from Liz...
My Musing ~ A FIELD GUIDE TO DEATH & DECEIT by Michelle L. Cullen
Dru’s Short Musing: In the latest adventures with Harry and Emma, they get involved when a friend is scammed out of their livelihood. Scammers beware because Harry and Emma are on the case. This engaging read had me immediately immersed in all that was happening in...
Reviews
My Musing ~ TO HAVE AND TO HOLD by Liz Milliron
Dru’s Short Musing: When two different people reach out to Jim and Sally for two different reasons, Jim and Sally find themselves in the middle of a criminal act that has implicated an innocent woman. Once again, I marveled at the excellent stories coming from Liz...
My Musing ~ A FIELD GUIDE TO DEATH & DECEIT by Michelle L. Cullen
Dru’s Short Musing: In the latest adventures with Harry and Emma, they get involved when a friend is scammed out of their livelihood. Scammers beware because Harry and Emma are on the case. This engaging read had me immediately immersed in all that was happening in...
New
Releases
New Releases ~ Week of September 13, 2026
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing the week of September 13 – 19, 2026 with two debut series. I hope a few of these books take you on a reading adventure! SEPTEMBER 13 Death on the Honeymoon by CM Rawlins (Historical Mystery...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ DEATH OF A BAD PENNY by A.M. Loweecey
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover for the first book in the NEW "Moonlighting" mystery series, coming September 2026 and now up for purchase. Publication Date: September 8, 2026 Series: A Moonlighting Mystery, Book 1 Genre: Culinary Cozy Mystery Format:...
Cover Reveal ~ IT’S NOT EVEN PAST by Anna Scotti
With a new publisher and a new introduction, it is my pleasure to present this updated cover with its new look and design, coming October 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: October 20, 2026 Genre: Short Story Crime Fiction Collection Format: Print,...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ DEATH OF A BAD PENNY by A.M. Loweecey
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover for the first book in the NEW "Moonlighting" mystery series, coming September 2026 and now up for purchase. Publication Date: September 8, 2026 Series: A Moonlighting Mystery, Book 1 Genre: Culinary Cozy Mystery Format:...
Cover Reveal ~ IT’S NOT EVEN PAST by Anna Scotti
With a new publisher and a new introduction, it is my pleasure to present this updated cover with its new look and design, coming October 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: October 20, 2026 Genre: Short Story Crime Fiction Collection Format: Print,...
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
