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A Day in My Life ~ Dr. Kara Clay by Shari Bruin
As I looked over my calendar for today, I smiled. I was living my dream life as Dr. Kara Clay, Veterinarian. I opened my animal clinic in Crystal Stream, my charming hometown in Central Florida, just over two years ago. It’s been quite a ride and full of surprises,...
Author Showcase ~ Festive Mayhem 3: New Mystery and Crime Fiction Stories and Reissued Holiday Favorites
Thank you, Dru Ann, for hosting us for the third year in a row! This year’s anthology features four brand-new stories, two reissued favorites from the first Festive Mayhem, and one reprinted story not published in either 2020’s Festive Mayhem or 2021’s Festive Mayhem...
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Get To Know You ~ Samantha Kane by Holly Quinn
Samantha Kane first appeared in A Crafter Knits a Clue and one of the best ways to learn about a person is by asking questions, so let’s get to know Sammy. What is your name? Sammy Kane. How old are you? Early thirties - although I know I don't act my age around my...
Get To Know You ~ Pepper Reece by Leslie Budewitz
Pepper Reece first appeared in Assault and Pepper and one of the best ways to learn about a person is by asking questions, so let’s get to know Pepper. What is your name? Trick question right off the bat, huh? I’ve been Pepper Reece since I was a toddler, even if...
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My Musing ~ DARK HARBOR by Bruce Robert Coffin
Dru’s Short Musing: When the town’s leading citizen is murdered in a burglary case gone wrong, or was it? Detective Justice and Wright are on the case, and you’ll have to read DARK HARBOR to learn the truth. This fast-paced and complex drama with its solidly wicked...
My Musing ~ Night Night, Sleep Tight by Hallie Ephron
Night Night, Sleep Tight by Hallie Ephron is a riveting tale of domestic noir. Publisher: William Morrow, March 2015 From the award-winning author of There Was an Old Woman comes a riveting tale of domestic noir, infused with old Hollywood folklore and glamour, set in...
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Three Days Dead by Keith Donnelly
Three Days Dead by Keith Donnelly is the second book in the "Donald Youngblood" mystery series. Publisher: John F. Blair, August 2009 When Tennessee private investigator Donald Youngblood solved the Fairchild case in Three Deuces Down, he vowed never again to go...
Three Deuces Down by Keith Donnelly
Three Deuces Down by Keith Donnelly is the first book in the “Donald Youngblood” mystery series. Publisher: Court Street Press, January 2008 Bored Wall Street whiz kid Donald Youngblood returns to his East Tennessee hometown and on a whim gets a Private Investigator...
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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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