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Author Showcase ~ I Love A (Mardi Gras) Parade by Ellen Byron
As a student at Tulane University, I adored Mardi Gras parades. But watching a parade drunk from the sidelines as you yell, “Throw me something, mister!” is far different from belonging to one of the krewes that sponsor the parades and man the floats. When I decided...
Alene Baron by G.P. Gottlieb
Alene sits down for a question-and-answer session with dru’s book musings so that we can get to know her better. What is your full name?Alene Baron How old are you?39 What is your profession?I own and manage a café in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood, about a...
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A Day in the Life ~ Crystal Rainey by ML Erdahl
What more proof do I need that my life is going nowhere than realizing my New Year’s resolutions hadn’t changed one whit from the previous year? I’m Crystal Rainey and that epiphany impelled me to walk out on being a hum-drum, soul-sucked office drone and land my...
Get To Know You ~ Aurora Anderson by Sybil Johnson
Aurora Anderson first appeared in Fatal Brushstroke and one of the best ways to learn about a person is by asking questions, so let’s get to know Rory. What is your name? Aurora Amelia Anderson, but everyone calls me Rory. How old are you? 29 What is your profession?...
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My Musing ~ AWL SHOOK UP by Paula Charles
Dru’s Short Musing: Being asked to help solve a murder mystery comes as a surprise to both Dawna and April. Are they up to the challenge? If you know them both, you know the answer. This was a fast-paced and well written whodunit that quickly became a page turner as I...
My Musing ~ Rest Ye Murdered Gentlemen by Vicki Delany
Rest Ye Murdered Gentlemen by Vicki Delany is the first book in the NEW "Year-Round Christmas" mystery series. Publisher: Berkley Prime Crime, November 2015 In Rudolph, New York, it’s Christmastime all year long. But this December, while the snow-lined streets seem...
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Bah! Humbug by L.L. Bartlett
Bah! Humbug by L.L. Bartlett is the second short story in the "Jeff Resnick" mystery series. Publisher: Polaris Press, July 2010 It's Christmastime—the day after Cheated By Death ended. Jeff and Maggie spend Christmas dinner with Maggie's family, who are not receptive...
The Burning Wire by Jeffery Deaver
The Burning Wire by Jeffery Deaver is the 9th book in the "Lincoln Rhyme" thriller series. Publisher: Simon & Schuster, June 2010 Lincoln Rhyme is back, on the trail of a killer whose weapon of choice cripples New York City with fear. The weapon is invisible and...
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Cover Reveal ~ THE BATHING BOX MURDERS by Laraine Stephens
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover reveal for the sixth book in Laraine Stephens’ mystery series, coming August 2026. Preorders coming soon. Publication Date: August 18, 2026 Series: A Reggie da Costa Mystery, Book 6 Genre: Historical Crime Fiction Format:...
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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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