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A Day in My Life ~ Jessie Haynes by Skylar Warren
Most of my days in Willow Bluff, Georgia start the same way: My ginger kitten, Biscuits, is sitting on my stomach screaming hangry meows at me. Gravy, my gray fluffball, is squeaking like one of those dog toys. Together, they make an alarm clock no human being could...
A Word With Kim Harrington
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? Simply because it’s my favorite genre to read! Tell us how you got into writing? I’ve wanted to be a writer since I could hold a pencil and spent a lot of my...
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A Day in My Life ~ Park Ranger Maudy Lorso by Eloise Corvo
“Martin Short, get your fuzzy butt back here!” Pulling his leash back, the scruffy dog stops short, letting the squirrel live another day. Covered in squelching mud, he holds his shaggy head high, nose leading the way to downtown Stone’s Throw, our little Lake...
A Day in My Life ~ Sheriff’s Deputy Jedidiah “JW” Whatley by Olivia Matthews
Like most of the people in Peach Coast, Georgia, I was born and raised in this town. Others were only raised here. And then there’s Marvella “Marvey” (Pronounced “marVAY.”) Harris. She moved here at the beginning of the year– nine months ago, now– from New York City....
Reviews
My Musing ~ POUR CHOICES by Adrian Andover
Dru’s Short Musing: When the comedian who performed at his lounge is found dead the next day, Adrian investigates to find the person responsible. There is no sophomore slump in this well-written and fast-paced murder mystery with a comfortable tone making it easy to...
My Musing ~ THIS WEEKEND DOESN’T END WELL FOR ANYONE by Catherine Mack
Dru’s Short Musing: Once again Eleanor must put on her sleuthing cap and solve yet another murder while penning her own murder mystery. This was a well-written drama with crisp writing and a comfortable tone that was gifted with humorous moments throughout. The...
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My Musing ~ THE CAT’S EYE CHARM by Clea Simon
Dru’s Short Musing: A search for a missing cat becomes complicated when other factors hinder her search. This cleverly written whodunit with a nice pacing and a comfortable tone that I could not put down until all was said and done. The mystery was nicely executed...
My Musing ~ THE PRIMROSE MURDER SOCIETY by Stacy Hackney
Dru’s Short Musing: When Lila becomes the prime suspect in her neighbor’s murder, this after looking into an old murder that took place years ago, she will do everything possible to clear her name, protect her daughter with help from friends to find the person...
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New Releases ~ Week of May 17, 2026
Searching for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing the week of May 17 – 23, 2026 with one debut series. I hope a few of these books take you on a reading adventure! MAY 19 The Paine Society by J.L. Brown (Political Thriller) After surviving an...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ A COLD NOVEMBER MURDER by Patricia Smiley
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover for the next book in the "Justice Bay" mystery series, coming in August 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: August 11, 2026 Series: A Justice Bay Mystery, Book 2 Genre: Traditional Mystery in a cozy setting...
Cover Reveal ~ HOT SHOTS edited by Josh Pachter
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover for this exciting anthology celebrating thirty years of the Short Mystery Fiction Society, coming in April 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: April 7, 2026 Genre: Short Story Crime Fiction Anthology Format:...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ The Case of the Devious Daughter by Cathy Ace
Cathy Ace is a prolific author with many books under her belt and with that it is my pleasure to share with you the cover reveal for the latest book in her "WISE Enquiries Agency" mystery series, coming December 2025 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: December...
Cover Reveal ~ Tossing Seas by Deb Pines
It’s that time again to reveal the cover for the next book in "Mimi Goldman Chautauqua Mysteries," coming June 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: June 27, 2026 Name of Series: Mimi Goldman Chautauqua Mysteries, Book #12 Genre: Traditional Mystery Format:...
Extras
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 👉...
I’m an Anthony and Macavity Award Nominee by Dru Ann Love
This happened. . .again, two times. Winners will be announced in August.
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Kensington Giveaway 2023 – #9
Thanks to the publisher, One winner of Kathleen Marple Kalb book: A FATAL OVERTURE by Kathleen Marple Kalb To stake a claim on this giveaway, leave a comment below telling me if you've read any books by Kathleen Marple Kalb. The books will be shipped directly from...
Kensington Giveaway 2023 – #8
Thanks to the publisher, One winner of three miscellaneous books: STILL KNIFE PAINTING by Cheryl Hollon DRAW AND ORDER by Cheryl Hollon A FATAL OVERTURE by Kathleen Marple Kalb To stake a claim on this giveaway, leave a comment below telling me why you love to read...
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Accolades
2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
