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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...
Alyssa Macallen by Hank Phillippi Ryan
Have you ever had a moment when your world fell apart? Something that you never could’ve predicted? Something that knocked the wind out of you, and knocked your socks off and changed every moment of the rest of your life? Well, yes. That happened to me. Should I have...
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A Day in the Life ~ Lily Wong by Tori Eldridge
My name is Lily Wong, which may seem odd to you since my mother is Hong Kong Chinese and my father is North Dakota Norwegian. But when cultures collide, all sorts of unusual things can happen. By standard American custom, I should have been named Lily Knudsen, which...
Get To Know You ~ Josie Sullivan by Catherine Bruns
Josie Sullivan first appeared in Tastes Like Murder and one of the best ways to learn about a person is by asking questions, so let’s get to know Josie. What is your name? Josie Sullivan. My given name is Josephine but don’t call me that. . .if you expect me to...
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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 ~ Ghost of a Potion by Heather Blake
Ghost of a Potion by Heather Blake is the third book in the “Magic Potion” mystery series. Publisher: Obsidian, October 2015 In the latest from the bestselling author of One Potion in the Grave, it’s Halloween in Hitching Post, Alabama, and potion shop owner Carly...
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Farm Fresh Murder by Paige Shelton
Farm Fresh Murder by Paige Shelton is the first book in the new "Farmers' Market" mystery series. Publisher: Berkley Prime Crime (Penguin), April 2010 Becca Robins leads a simple life, making jams and preserves on her very own farm. But when there's a murder in her...
Rolling Thunder by Chris Grabenstein
Rolling Thunder by Chris Grabenstein is the 6th book in the "John Ceepak" mystery series. Publisher: Pegasus, May 2010 Officer Danny Boyle isn’t the only one going for a roller coaster ride in Rolling Thunder, the sixth entry in author Chris Grabenstein’s John Ceepak...
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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
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