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A Word With Greta Sinclair
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? Growing-up I loved reading the Nancy Drew and Hardy Boys Mystery series. Later in life, I loved reading Agatha Christie. How did you come up with your pseudonym?...
A Day in My Life ~ Meg Gates by Lynn Cahoon
I've been back home on Bainbridge Island now for a year. And I still feel like I'm visiting at times. My mother for example, she's being totally weird lately. Usually, she's all up in my business, judging my outfits for church, telling me what I should be doing with...
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A Day in My Life ~ Paco and Molly LeSoto by Rosemary and Larry Mild
...Opening Chapter Molly left her two canes in the car and, instead, hooked her hand into the crook of Paco’s strong left arm, content that he would keep her steady and upright until they got through the supermarket door. Inside, Molly wedged herself onto one of the...
A Word With P.M. Raymond
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? Because I write across genres, there are many creative funnels that got me to this place. I grew up reading Encyclopedia Brown and, on the other end of the...
Reviews
My Musing ~ MURDER AT THE TOY SOLDIER by Maddie Day
Dru’s Short Musing: Not again! Mac finds the body of a toy store worker slumped over and the Cozy Capers Book Group are on the case. This fast-paced and well-written drama with its comfortable tone was quickly consumed by me as I had to know how this was going to turn...
My Musing ~ Essence of Foul Play by Daryl Wood Gerber
Dru’s Short Musing: Namaste goes out the window when the body of her rival is found dead and spa owner Emma becomes the prime suspect. To clear her name, she begins her own investigation. This was enjoyable read with a well-designed storyline or two and a comfortable...
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My Musing ~ Murder at the Library by Ellen Jacobson
Murder at the Library by Ellen Jacobson Series Name: North Dakota Library Mystery Book #1Genre: CozyRelease: August 15, 2023Format: Print, Digital Libraries are full of books . . . and deadly secrets. When Thea Olson agreed to volunteer at her local library, she...
My Musing ~ Murder A La Mode by Lena Gregory
Murder A La Mode by Lena Gregory Series Name: Coffee & Cream Café Mystery Book #1Genre: CozyRelease: August 8, 2023Format: Print, Digital From author Lena Gregory comes a delicious new series that will warm your heart and leave you guessing until the very end......
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New Releases ~ Week of February 9, 2025
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of February 9 – 15, 2025 with five debut series. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! FEBRUARY 10 A Victim at Valentine's by Ellie...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ MANCINI BLUE by Maggie Toussaint
I am excited to share with you the cover for the first book in the NEW "Art Studio" mystery series, coming October 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: October 13, 2026 Series: An Art Studio Mystery, Book 1 Genre: Cozy Paranormal Mystery Format: Print,...
Cover Reveal ~ Death Pulls the Strings by Elle Hartford
I’m happy to host the cover reveal for the next book in Elle Hartford’s mystery series, coming December 2023 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: December 8, 2023 Publisher: Phoenix & Kelpie Press Format: Print, Digital Name of Series: The Alchemical Tales...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ The Safecracker’s Secret by Sandra Bretting
I’m excited to share with you the cover reveal for the latest book by Sandra Bretting, coming August 2021 and is up for preorder. Book SynopsisA tragic death, an old-time safecracker, and his young protégé. By the time Gene Jacks gets called into a murder...
Cover Reveal ~ A Fatal Overture by Kathleen Marple Kalb
I’m excited to share with you the cover reveal for the next book in the "Ella Shane" mystery series, coming March 2022 and is up for preorder. Book SynopsisThe adventures of swashbuckling opera singer Ella Shane continue! In February, 1900, the mother and aunts of...
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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...
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2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
