Features
A Word With Karen Rose Smith
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? I began reading mysteries and romances from the time I was able. I remember going to the bookstore and I couldn’t wait for the newest Nancy Drew mystery. I began...
A Day In My Life ~ William Penn by Kathleen Bailey
Thanks, Mr. Penn, for speaking with me about your relationship with your daughter, Olivia. Call me Bill, and I’m happy to do so. Before I agreed to this interview, I checked with Olivia, and she gave me the green light—on the condition that I don’t share anything...
Features
A Word With Jane Tesh
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? I’m actually a big science fiction and fantasy fan, so that’s what I like to write. As a teenager, I discovered Ray Bradbury’s work and became a big fan. I...
A Day In My Life ~ Julia McWilliams (Child) as told to Diana R. Chambers
June 1944 A year ago, I had never even heard of dengue fever. Be that as it may, I’m back in my dim, thatched-roof Secret File Registry as the fan rustles through stained, crumpled agent reports, decrypts, and cables that piled up during my hospital stay. I recoil....
Reviews
My Musing ~ The Case of the Beguiling Brooch by Terry Ambrose
A cryptic message from the dead. An art world full of shadows. Two mysteries intertwine. Don't miss this exciting second book in the Beachtown Detective Agency series. Private Eye Jade Cavendish thought she was just attending another somber funeral, paying respects...
My Musing ~ In The Blink Of A Pie by Catherine Bruns
USA Today bestselling author Catherine Bruns is back with the third installment in the "delightfully sweet" Maple Syrup Mysteries, transporting readers back to the cozy town of Sugar Ridge, Vermont, where things are bound to go from sweet, to sour. It's...
Reviews
My Musing ~ But Not For Me by Allison A. Davis
Beatniks, Eisenhower, Fillmore District jazz and Major League baseball. As Mayor George Christopher fights an influx of organized crime and redevelopment begins to transform the city, racial and political tensions rise when a Black real estate magnate is murdered....
My Musing ~ Meditation and Mischief by Elizabeth Pantley
When this club selects a book, magic happens! This book club does more than read their books – they are absorbed into them to become the amateur sleuths! In order to leave the book, they must solve the mystery and reach The End. In this journey they travel to The...
New
Releases
New Releases ~ Week of October 6, 2024
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of October 6 – 12, 2024 with three debut series. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! OCTOBER 7 The Case of the Lethal Lemon Drop by JC...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ Solid Gold Murder by Ellen Byron
I love this author’s works and it gives me great pleasure to host the cover reveal for the next book in the “Golden Motel” mystery series, coming July 2025 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: July 29, 2025 Publisher: Kensington Books Format: Print, Digital...
Cover Reveal ~ Murder In Season by Mary Winters
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover for the next book in the “Lady of Letters” mystery series, coming December 2024 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: December 3, 2024 Publisher: Severn House Format: Print, Digital Name of Series: Lady of Letters...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ Larceny & Last Chances edited by Judy Penz Sheluk
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover for the next book in the “Superior Shores” anthology series, coming June 2024 and now up for preorder. Subtitle: 22 Stories of Mystery & Suspense Publication Date: June 18, 2024 Publisher: Superior Shores Press...
Cover Reveal ~ A Chocolate is Announced by Amber Royer
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover for the next book in the “Bean To Bar” mystery series, coming June 2024 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: June 25, 2024 Publisher: Golden Tip Press Format: Digital, Print (to come) Name of Series: Bean To Bar,...
Extras
Macavity Award For Best Short Story
I was nominated with my friend, Kristopher Zgorski for our first published short story, TICKET TO RIDE that is featured in the "Happiness Is a Warm Gun: Crime Fiction Inspired by the Songs of The Beatles" edited by Josh Pachter. And... We won the Macavity Award For...
Kensington Giveaway 2023 – #10
Thanks to the publisher, Three winners of two Catie Murphy signed books: DEAD IN DUBLIN DEATH ON THE GREEN To stake a claim on this giveaway, leave a comment below telling me what is your favorite genre and why. The books will be shipped directly from the...
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Kensington Giveaway 2023 – #3
Thanks to the publisher, Two finished copies of PEANUT BUTTER PANIC by Amanda Flower Two winners To stake a claim on this giveaway, leave a comment below telling me what you like best about cozy mysteries. The books will be shipped directly from the publisher....
Kensington Giveaway 2023 – #2
Thanks to the publisher, One winner of two Amanda Flower signed books HONEYMOONS CAN BE HAZARDOUS PEANUT BUTTER PANIC To stake a claim on this giveaway, leave a comment below telling me why you love to read Amanda Flower books. The books will be shipped directly...
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Accolades
2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
