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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,...
Violet and Marigold Richards by Wanda M. Morris
Violet Richards: Ain’t gonna let nobody turn me around, turn me around, turn me around. Gonna keep on walking, keep on talking. Marching up to freedom land. Those are the opening words to a song my sister Marigold sings around the house. Mississippi won’t do right by...
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Day In The Life ~ Kate Hamilton by Connie Berry
Hello! My name is Kate Hamilton—young widow, mother of two college-age children, and fine antiques dealer and appraiser. You can usually find me in my shop in the historic district of Jackson Falls, Ohio. Antiques at the Falls specializes in fine objects from the...
Get To Know You ~ Samantha Kidd by Diane Vallere
Samantha Kidd first appeared in Designer Dirty Laundry and one of the best ways to learn about a person is by asking questions, so let’s get to know Samantha. What is your name? Samantha Kidd. How old are you? Mid-thirties. I’d prefer not to say the actual number,...
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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 ~ By Book or By Crook by Eva Gates
By Book or By Crook by Eva Gates is the first book in the new “Lighthouse Library” mystery series. Publisher: Obsidian, February 2015 Get bound up in murder in the first Lighthouse Library mystery! For ten years Lucy has enjoyed her job poring over rare tomes of...
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Greedy Bones by Carolyn Haines
Greedy Bones by Carolyn Haines is the 9th book in the "Sarah Booth Delaney" mystery series. Publisher: Minotaur Books, July 2009 Sarah Booth Delaney, a Southern belle known for abiding by tradition only when it suits her, is no stranger to drama. A talented actress...
A Little Learning by Jane Tesh
A Little Learning by Jane Tesh is the third book in the "Madeline Maclin" mystery series. Publisher: Poisoned Pen Press, June 2009 Former beauty queen and fledgling private investigator, Madeline Maclin, has married her best friend, Jerry Fairweather, and settled...
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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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