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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...
Andi Grace Scott by Jackie Layton
Hi, I’m Andi Grace Scott. I’m the local dog walker in Heyward Beach, South Carolina. We’re part of the Low Country near Charleston. Some people spell it Lowcountry, but like a lot of issues in these parts, there’s disagreement regarding the correct spelling. I didn’t...
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A Day in the Life ~ Jolie Tucker by Jodi Rath
"Holiday Family Shenanigans" Why can family push your buttons so easily? They installed them. Came up with that bit of wisdom myself! I’m Jolie Tucker, by the way. This is my reality: living in Leavensport, OH—a small village that is thirty miles from the metropolis...
Author Showcase ~ Marla’s Kitchen Capers by Nancy J. Cohen
Hi, I’m Marla Vail. I’m excited to announce the debut of my first cookbook. You might ask why I—a hairstylist—would write a book titled A Bad Hair Day Cookbook? Basically, I love to cook. I enjoy working with food and experimenting with new dishes when I have time...
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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 ~ Death Takes Priority by Jean Flowers
Death Takes Priority by Jean Flowers is the first book in the NEW “Postmistress” mystery series. Publisher: Berkley Prime Crime, November 2015 After caring for her dying aunt and being dumped by her fiancé, Cassie Miller decides to return to her small hometown in the...
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Now You See Her by Merline Lovelace
Now You See Her by Merline Lovelace is the second book in the "Samantha Spade" mystery series. Publisher: Berkley Prime Crime (Penguin), May 2010 These high-tech shades are to die for. If there's a new line of equipment coming in for the military, it has to get...
Anywhere She Runs by Debra Webb
Anywhere She Runs by Debra Webb. Heroine: Adeline Cooper. Genre: Romantic Suspense. Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks, April 2010 The first note is a warning—a bone-chilling reminder that Alabama Police Detective Adeline Cooper can run from her darkest, deadliest...
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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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2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
