Mar 7, 2019 | A Day In My Life
I have to say, I have a life I never dreamed of until a few months ago—a life many people would envy. But it comes with a price. My name is Emily Cavanaugh. Until last June, I was a widowed professor of literature at Reed College in Portland, Oregon. Then my great...
Mar 6, 2019 | A Day In My Life
Occupation: tea shop maven So there I was, catering an afternoon tea at a hot-air balloon rally. The weather was lovely, with all sorts of hot-air balloons floating overhead like so many colorful bubbles. Then, with the event finally behind us, my tea sommelier...
Mar 5, 2019 | A Day In My Life
The name Persephone, goddess of the Underworld sounds exotic. In my case, despite the fondest hopes of my myth loving mama, I am known as Perri, more wholesome girl next door than Greek temptress. Rather than ruling the Underworld when I’m not at dog or horse shows I...
Mar 4, 2019 | Get To Know You
Both Mackenzie Elizabeth Taylor first appeared in Sleuthing for a Living and one of the best ways to learn about a person is by asking questions, so let’s get to know both Mackenzies. What is your name? (Mom) Mackenzie Elizabeth Taylor aka “The Parental Unit.” (Mac)...
Mar 3, 2019 | New Releases
Here are five new books, with one debut series, on my list releasing this week for your reading pleasure. Broken Bone China by Laura Childs ~ Theodosia Browning serves tea and solves crimes in Charleston, a city steeped in tradition and treachery in the latest Tea...