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A Day in My Life ~ Hattie Leiper by Greta Sinclair
People seem to think being a private investigator in Nashville is glamorous. My mornings suggest otherwise. I share my studio home and office above The Crooked Note on Music Row with three very opinionated companions. Moose, my grumpy Chow Chow, believes breakfast...
A Word With Iris March
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre your write? I have always loved mysteries. I was an avid Encyclopedia Brown reader as a kid. I wasn't inspired to write a mystery for a while though. Then, I read a cozy...
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A Day in My Life ~ Ryan Wolfe by Brad Elder
Every morning, I remind myself to stop for WD-40 on my way home. Every evening, I forget, only to be reminded the next morning when the grating sound of metal-on-metal shocks my system as my garage door springs to life. This morning is no different. It’s 6:15 a.m.,...
A Day in My Life ~ Kate Sloan by Jackie Layton
I’m a professional organizer, not to be confused with an event organizer. I’ve been asked before, and it’s a fair question. I work with organizations, families, and businesses. People often need help when they get married, have children, and downsize their homes. And...
Reviews
My Musing ~ DEATH HITS THE HIGH NOTES by GG Calpo
Dru’s Short Musing: When two members of the choir die at a rehearsal and one of them is a close friend, the team is on the hunt for a killer. This story blends friendship and family drama into one cohesive whodunit that I could not put down, quickly becoming a...
My Musing ~ A New Lease on Death by Olivia Blacke
Death is only the beginning in Olivia Blacke's A New Lease on Death, a darkly funny supernatural mystery that introduces an unlikely crime-solving duo. Ruby Young's new Boston apartment comes with all the usual perks. Windows facing the brick wall of the next-door...
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My Musing ~ Ex’d Out by Christine Falcone
Ex'd Out by Christine Falcone Series Name: Melanie Bass Mystery #1Genre: CozyRelease: October 18, 2022 After their divorce, Visiting Nurse Melanie Bass must keep in contact with Dr. Artie Krapaneck, her philandering ex-husband as they share custody of her beloved dog,...
My Musing ~ No Strangers Here by Carlene O’Connor
No Strangers Here by Carlene O’Connor Series Name: County Kerry Mystery #1Genre: TraditionalRelease: October 25, 2022 In the powerful tradition of Ann Cleeves and Louise Penny, USA Today bestselling author Carlene O'Connor’s new series set in Ireland brings together...
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New Releases ~ Week of September 29, 2024
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of September 29 – October 5, 2024 with three debut series. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! SEPTEMBER 30 Death At The Dinner Party by...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ STEAL AWAY: Crime Fiction Inspired by the Captains of Yacht Rock edited by Josh Pachter
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover reveal for the latest "Inspired By" anthology, coming in December 2026 from Crimson Gate Books and now up for preorder. Publication Date: December 4, 2026 Series: An "Inspired By" Anthology, Volume 10 Genre: Crime Fiction...
Cover Reveal ~ The Case of the Uninvited Undertaker by Cathy Ace
I'm so honored to be hosting the cover reveal for the next book in Cathy's Ace’s mystery series, coming July 2023 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: July 24, 2023Publisher: Four Tails Publishing Ltd.Format: Print, DigitalName of Series: WISE Enquiries...
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Cover Reveal ~ Thread and Dead by Elizabeth Penney
I read the first book in the delightfully entertaining series last year and fell in love with the protagonist and I'm so excited to share with you the cover for the next book in the "Apron Shop" mystery series from St. Martin's Paperbacks, coming August 2020. Book...
Cover Reveal ~ Shuntoll Road by Leslie Wheeler
I am excited to share with you the cover for the next book in the "Berkshire Hilltown" mystery series from Encircle Publications, coming May 2020. Book Synopsis It’s June in the Berkshires, a beautiful time when everything is lush and green. Boston library curator...
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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
