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A Day in My Life ~ Emmaline McCoy by Patricia Smiley
I was jolted awake just before dawn by a heavy weight on my chest and a low buzz in my ears. My pulse slowed when I realized it was only Boo, the eleven-pound Siberian Forest cat I’d inherited from my aunt Lydie, staring at me and purring at full volume. The cat never...
Henny James by Judy Alter
Henny sits down for a question-and-answer session with dru’s book musings so that we, the readers, can get to know her better. What is your full name? Henrietta James, but everyone except Irene calls me Henny. I can’t imagine where my Mom got that nickname. How old...
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Get To Know ~ Emmeline Prather by Mary Angela
Emmeline first appeared in An Act of Murder and one of the best ways to learn about a person is by asking questions, so let’s get to know Em. What is your name? My name is Emmeline Prather, but you can call me Em. How old are you? I’m 29. What is your profession? I’m...
Get To Know ~ Carmela Bertrand by Laura Childs
Carmela first appeared in Keepsake Crimes and one of the best ways to learn about a person is by asking questions, so let’s get to know Carmela. What is your name? Carmela Bertrand. How old are you? Mmn, let’s just say thirtyish. What is your profession? I’m the...
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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...
Short and Quick Reviews
Crime Rib by Leslie Budewitz is the second book in the “Food Lover's Village” mystery series. Publisher: Berkley Prime Crime, July 2014 I love the pace and the comfortable tone of this light fare filled with delicious food to savor and a mystery to solve. The main...
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Talk of the Town by Karen Hawkins
Talk of the Town by Karen Hawkins is the first book in "The Glory NC" contemporary romance series. Publisher: Pocket, November 2008 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Karen Hawkins pens a delightfully sexy tale of modern love in a small Southern town. Do...
Letter to My Daughter by Maya Angelou
Letter to My Daughter by Maya Angelou. Publisher: Random House, September 2008 For a world of devoted readers, a much-awaited new volume of absorbing stories and inspirational wisdom from one of our best-loved writers. Dedicated to the daughter she never had but sees...
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Cover Reveal ~ LURLEEN’S TALE OF LOVE AND MURDER by Sarah Osborne
It is my pleasure to host the cover reveal for the next book in the “Ditie Brown” mystery series, coming September 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: September 15, 2026 Series: A Ditie Brown Mystery, Book 9 Genre: Cozy Mystery Format: Print, Digital...
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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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