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A Word With Karen Rose Smith
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? I began reading mysteries and romances from the time I was able. I remember going to the bookstore and I couldn’t wait for the newest Nancy Drew mystery. I began...
A Day In My Life ~ Holly White by Jacqueline Frost
People like to ask me, “Holly, what was it like growing up on a Christmas tree farm?” My answer has always been, and will always be, “magical.” I can’t help it, it’s just true. I love Christmas and everything about it, from my mom’s homemade cookies, cakes, and...
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A Day In My Life ~ DeeLo Myer by Sharon Marchisello
If only I didn’t stay at the party for that second glass of wine. Maybe if I hadn’t worn my new stilettos, I could have passed the field sobriety test. And flirting with the cop who objected to my rolling stop was definitely the wrong move. My name is DeeLo Myer,...
A Day In My Life ~ Jax Tapman by Misty Simon
Well, hello there! And welcome to the Sunny Side Up Diner, where the pancakes are fluffy and the bacon is crisp. Why don’t you take a seat at the lunch counter, then go ahead a pick a song from the jukebox. I recommend J5 – it’s my favorite song on there. I’ll grab...
Reviews
My Musing ~ The Case of the Beguiling Brooch by Terry Ambrose
A cryptic message from the dead. An art world full of shadows. Two mysteries intertwine. Don't miss this exciting second book in the Beachtown Detective Agency series. Private Eye Jade Cavendish thought she was just attending another somber funeral, paying respects...
My Musing ~ Fondue or Die by Korina Moss
In Korina Moss's Fondue or Die, the lazy, hazy, dairy days of summer are coming to a close in the Sonoma Valley. . . and so is someone’s life. The small town of Yarrow Glen’s neighbor, Lockwood, hosts an annual Labor Day weekend bash: Dairy Days. And Willa Bauer...
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My Musing ~ Buried Secrets by Jane Tesh
PI Madeline Maclin is hired by Bill, her ex-husband, to find Nadia, his missing nanny. While searching for meteor rocks in a local cave, Madeline and current husband, Jerry stumble on Nadia’s body. Bill scrambles to cover up his affair with the nanny, while Nadia’s...
My Musing ~ Diners, Drive-Ins, and Lies by Misty Simon
Welcome to the Sunny Side Up Diner, where the pancakes are fluffy, the bacon is crisp, and murder should not be on the menu… Jax Tapman has lived in the same small town her whole life. On one hand, it's helped her dream of buying the local diner with her best...
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New Releases ~ Week of September 29, 2024
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of September 29 – October 5, 2024 with three debut series. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! SEPTEMBER 30 Death At The Dinner Party...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ Solid Gold Murder by Ellen Byron
I love this author’s works and it gives me great pleasure to host the cover reveal for the next book in the “Golden Motel” mystery series, coming July 2025 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: July 29, 2025 Publisher: Kensington Books Format: Print, Digital...
Cover Reveal ~ Someone Is Out There by Kaye George
I’m happy to host the cover reveal for Kaye George’s suspense novel, coming April 2025 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: April 15, 2025 Publisher: Rowan Prose Publishing Format: Print, Digital Genre: Suspense Author Website:...
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Cover Reveal ~ Farewell Performance by Donna Huston Murray
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover reveal for Farewell Performance, coming June 2024 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: June 25, 2024 Publisher: Ravenhill Press Format: Print (June 4, 2024), Digital (June 25, 2024) Name of Series: Ginger Barnes,...
Cover Reveal ~ The Case of the Secretive Secretary by Cathy Ace
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover for the next book in the Cathy Ace’s mystery series, coming June 2024 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: June 24, 2024 Publisher: Four Tails Publishing Ltd. Format: Print, Digital Name of Series: WISE Enquiries...
Extras
Macavity Award For Best Short Story
I was nominated with my friend, Kristopher Zgorski for our first published short story, TICKET TO RIDE that is featured in the "Happiness Is a Warm Gun: Crime Fiction Inspired by the Songs of The Beatles" edited by Josh Pachter. And... We won the Macavity Award For...
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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Kensington Giveaway 2023 – #1
Thanks to the publisher, One winner of an Amanda Flower signed set: HONEYMOONS CAN BE HAZARDOUS PEANUT BUTTER PANIC LEMON DROP DEAD MARSHMALLOW MALICE TOXIC TOFFEE PREMEDITATED PEPPERMINT LETHAL LICORICE ASSAULTED CARAMEL To stake a claim on this giveaway, leave a...
Coming Soon ~ New Series / More Books
Look for. . . Falls To Pieces by Douglas Corleone, in which a woman goes on the run with her teenage daughter to an off-the-grid community in Maui in order to escape an abusive husband, his powerful family, and a potential murder rap, but when her fiance disappears...
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Accolades
2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
