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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,...
Lily Ingram by Joyce St. Anthony
Before I write anything, my mother insists that I thank Miss Love for having me on her. . .what do you call this thing? Blog? That’s a very strange word. It’s like an article my big sis Irene writes for our Pop’s newspaper except it’s not on paper. Anyway, thank you...
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Day In The Life ~ Gina Ricci by Susanna Calkins
Occupation: Cigarette seller and cocktail waitress at the Third Door, a Chicago Speakeasy Hey, there! Welcome! Glad you found your way to the Third Door! Follow me—I saw a table on the other end of the dance floor. First-timers, right? I can always tell (even though...
A Prequel to Thread On Arrival by Lea Wait
My last ride had been with the driver of a lumber truck from New Brunswick heading to Massachusetts, but he had several stops to make along the way. “Sorry, kid. Company doesn’t want me picking up hitchers. Besides – you want to see the ocean, and I won’t be near it...
Reviews
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 ~ Swan Dive by Kendel Lynn
Swan Dive by Kendel Lynn is the third book in the “Elliott Lisbon” mystery series. Publisher: Henery Press, March 2015 It’s Opening Night at the Ballantyne Foundation’s production of The Nutcracker, but it’s curtains for the Sugar Plum Fairy. When her body is found...
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Makeovers Can Be Murder by Kathryn Lilley
Makeovers Can Be Murder by Kathryn Lilley is the third book in the "Fat City" cozy mystery series. Publisher: Signet, September 2009 Plus-size reporter Kate Gallagher is facing the ultimate challenge: She has to bare her belly while wearing a bikini on-camera for an...
Snake in the Glass by Sarah Atwell
Snake in the Glass by Sarah Atwell is the third book in the "Glassblowing" cozy mystery series. Publisher: Berkley Prime Crime (Penguin), September 2009 Glassblower Emmeline Dowell has made a home for herself among the artists of Tucson's Warehouse District. Between...
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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
