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A Word With Nancy Bilyeau
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? I like to write the fiction that I most want to read. From a young age, I loved reading historical fiction as a way to be transported to a story that was beautiful,...
Dr. Evan Wilding by Barbara Nickless
The Dossier: Name – Dr. Evan WildingOccupation – Professor; Forensic SemioticianEmployer – University of Chicago. The Chicago Police Department. Three-letter government agencies whose initials never appear on Evan’s CV. The Case: Dark of Night released November 15,...
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Day In The Life ~ Zoe Chambers by Annette Dashofy
I remember how excited I always was as a kid when the county fair approached. Back then, I didn’t have my own horse. My 4-H leader loaned me one to use for my project animal. I won a lot of ribbons, although very few were blue. It didn’t matter. The fair was more...
Get To Know You ~ Amy Simms by J.R. Ripley
Amy Simms first appeared in Die, Die Birdie and one of the best ways to learn about a person is by asking questions, so let’s get to know Amy. What is your name? Amy Hester Simms. No jokes about the Hester, please. It is a family name. How old are you? You’re kidding,...
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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 ~ Death, Taxes, and Cheap Sunglasses by Diane Kelly
Death, Taxes, and Cheap Sunglasses by Diane Kelly is the 10th book in the “Tara Holloway” romantic mystery series. Publisher: St. Martin’s Press SHE LOVES HER WORK--CASE CLOSED. IRS Special Agent Tara Holloway can calculate tax penalties to the penny. But seeing the...
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Last Chance by Sarita Leone
Last Chance by Sarita Leone. Publisher: Whiskey Creek Press, September 2009 Young widow Laura Perkins learned the hard way that life in the rugged frontier isn’t all sunshine and roses. She never planned to find herself alone in a land where gunshots and hangings are...
The Perfect Murder by Brenda Novak
The Perfect Murder by Brenda Novak is the 6th and final book in the "Last Stand" romantic suspense series. Publisher: Mira Books (Harlequin), October 2009 For more than a year, Sebastian Costas has been trying to unravel the truth behind the murder of his ex-wife 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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2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
