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A Day in My Life ~ Vicky Casey by Vicki Delany
I’ve done it! I’ve actually done it! I’d hoped, of course, that my dream would come true, and I worked so hard to achieve it. But still that little voice in the back of my head kept telling me I was wasting my time But I wasn’t and it’s now actually a thing. A...
A Day in My Life ~ Taylor Ambrose by Angela Henry
Once upon a time, I was a New York Times bestselling author. My debut novel, a historical YA novel called Lottie Mae, had been a major success. Then my mom got sick, and nothing else mattered except taking care of her. Four years later, she died. And I was struggling....
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A Day in My Life ~ Jane Merriweather by Mollie Gynn
The jangle of Dewey’s tags woke me just enough to brace for the giant tongue that slurped across my face. I groaned and wiped away doggy spit with my bedsheet. “We need to work on your wake-up techniques, buddy.” My faithful golden retriever woke me every morning at...
A Day in My Life ~ Dee Rommel by Jule Selbo
Boston City Daily Press: BLOOD BANKS IN NEW ENGLAND ON ALERT AS HACKS CONTINUE BOSTON MARATHON STILL ON SCHEDULE Thirty thousand runners put that newspaper headline out of their minds this morning. It’s the third Monday of April – and for over a hundred years, runners...
Reviews
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...
My Musing ~ OUR MARRIAGE IS MURDER by Carol Goodman
Dru’s Short Musing: When a fellow author dies after imbibing a drink meant for her, Thea must take matters into her own hands to find the person responsible while attending a crime mystery convention. This well-written and fast-paced drama quickly became a page-turner...
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My Musing ~ HAWAI’I RAGE by Tori Eldridge
Dru’s Short Musing: Makalani heads to her cousin’s ranch and discovers there’s more there than meets the eye. In this well-written drama, the author set the stage with a solid multi-plot mystery, where anyone could be a suspect, especially when complex family dynamics...
My Musing ~ HOT WINGS AND HOMICIDE by Carmela Dutra
Dru’s Short Musing: There is no sophomore slump in this delightfully entertaining whodunit where Beth is on the hunt for a murderer. This fast-paced drama with its crisp writing and comfortable tone had my attention from the beginning never letting go until its...
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New Releases ~ Week of July 19, 2026
Searching for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing the week of July 19 – 25, 2026 with three debut series. I hope a few of these books take you on a reading adventure! JULY 20, 2026 Woman in the Red Boots by Gayle Siebert (Private Investigator...
Cover Reveals
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 Reveal ~ THE CORPSE WITH THE STEELY GAZE by Cathy Ace
It is my pleasure to host the cover reveal for the latest book in the “Cait Morgan” mystery series, coming July 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: July 13, 2026 Series: A Cait Morgan Mystery, Book 16 Genre: Traditional Mystery, Female Sleuth Format:...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ WEDDING JITTERS AND STORMY RIVERS by Denise Swanson
Denise Swanson is a prolific writer with over 35 published books in her catalog, and I’ve enjoyed reading them all. It is now my pleasure to share with you the cover for the next book in the "Scumble River" mystery series, coming in February 2026 and now available for...
Cover Reveal ~ MURDER IN THE UPPER CRUST by Mindy Quigley
This is one of my favorite series and I’m happy to host the cover reveal for the next book in Mindy Quigley’s mystery series, coming October 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: October 27, 2026 Name of Series: A Deep Dish Mystery, Book 6 Genre: Cozy...
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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...
Feisty Deeds: Historical Fictions of Daring Women edited by Kimberly Sullivan and Elaine Aucoin Schroller
In celebration of Women's Fiction Day (June 8, 2024), the Women's Fiction Writers Association recently released their anthology with 23 stories set in the years 1470 to 1970. Publication Date: June 4, 2024 Format: Print, Digital Genre: Historical Women’s Fiction Book...
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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 publisher....
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...
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2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
