Features
A Word With Kay Pritchett
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? I have always found unanswered questions intriguing. That trait led me first into literary criticism, where I spent half a lifetime teasing out answers to the...
A Day in My Life – Kelsey McKenna by Marla Cooper
Author’s Note: Originally released by Minotaur Books, the Destination Wedding Mysteries are getting a reboot! Read Dru’s original Musing on Terror in Taffeta here. Okay, I’ll stop talking and let Kelsey take it from here! Kelsey: I have a confession to make....
Features
A Day in My Life ~ Julia Lynn by Erica J Whelton
My name is Julia Grace Lynn, and I spend my days living in a dead woman’s house. That probably sounds grim. It isn’t. Or at least, most days it isn’t. I’m a doctoral candidate in history, currently in Galveston, Texas on a Historic...
Let’s Get To Know ~ Valerie Corbin by Leslie Karst
One of the best ways to learn about a person is by asking questions, so let’s get to know Valerie. What is your full name? Valerie Corbin. My grandparents—from whom I derive the surname—were from Marseilles, and “corbin” means “little crow” in old French. Which I...
Reviews
My Musing ~ HOT WINGS AND HOMICIDE by Carmela Dutra
Dru’s Short Musing: There is no sophomore slump in this delightfully entertaining whodunit where Beth is on the hunt for a murderer. This fast-paced drama with its crisp writing and comfortable tone had my attention from the beginning never letting go until its...
My Musing ~ MORE THAN YOU KNOW by Anne Canadeo
Dru’s Short Musing: When her brother is falsely accused of murder, Grace puts on her investigator cap and begins to unravel the evidence being used to frame her brother. This drama was nicely executed with a crisp and comfortable writing style that made it easy to...
Reviews
My Musing ~ CAUGHT ON CAMERA by Kara Lacey
Dru’s Short Musing: Does finding a body make you a prime suspect? It does if you’re Bobbie Brooks who is determined to clear her name by starting her own investigation with assistance from her friends. This was a well-written whodunit with a comfortable tone that I...
My Musing ~ THE FIRE DIAMOND by CB Wilson
Dru’s Short Musing: In her latest assignment, Taylor Hunter’s, gem detective, goal is twofold, find the missing diamond and protect her sister from the unknown. This was a nicely executed drama that I could not put down, quickly becoming a page-turner. The...
New
Releases
Coming Soon ~ March 2026
Here is a list of over 95 new titles representing major genres such as cozy mysteries, traditional mysteries, historical mysteries, and others releasing this month, with eight debut series. Reading is an adventure. Enjoy! MARCH 1 Deadly Delivery by Ellen Barksdale...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ DREIDELS AND DEAD ENDS by Nancy J. Cohen
Nancy Cohen is a prolific writer and I am thrilled to host her cover reveal for the next book in the “Bad Hair Day” mystery series, coming June 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: June 23, 2026 Series: Bad Hair Day Mysteries, Book 19 Genre:...
Cover Reveal ~ MURDER, LOCAL STYLE by Leslie Karst
I have been a fan of Leslie Karst since the first book in her “Sally Solari” series was published in 2016. So, I’m thrilled to share with you the cover reveal for the next book in the “Orchid Isle” series, coming April 2026 and now up...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ The White Feather Murders by Laraine Stephens
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover reveal for the fifth book in Laraine Stephens’ mystery series, coming July 2025 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: July 2025 Format: Digital (Print to come) Name of Series: A Reggie da Costa Mystery, Book 5...
Cover Reveal ~ Detective Honeywell Series by Annette Dashofy
Annette is one of my favorite authors and I enjoy every book that she has written and published. It is my pleasure to share with you the covers for the next two books in the “Detective Honeywell” mystery series, coming in Fall 2025 and now up for preorder. Title:...
Extras
Interview with L.A. Chandlar
Author on the Air Global Radio Network invited me, the shy one, to interview the fabulous L.A. Chandlar about her latest release, THE HINDENBERG SPY. We talked about the book, Josephine Baker and of course my favorite building in New York. Listen here on Soundcloud...
A Year In Review ~ 2023
This has been a year, despite all that was happening in my personal and professional life, I kept up with my reading (281 books) and introducing characters and authors to you. Let’s see what was published on the blog for each feature: A Day In My Life:...
Extras
Kensington Giveaway 2023 – #2
Thanks to the publisher, One winner of two Amanda Flower signed books HONEYMOONS CAN BE HAZARDOUS PEANUT BUTTER PANIC To stake a claim on this giveaway, leave a comment below telling me why you love to read Amanda Flower books. The books will be shipped directly...
Kensington Giveaway 2023 – #1
Thanks to the publisher, One winner of an Amanda Flower signed set: HONEYMOONS CAN BE HAZARDOUS PEANUT BUTTER PANIC LEMON DROP DEAD MARSHMALLOW MALICE TOXIC TOFFEE PREMEDITATED PEPPERMINT LETHAL LICORICE ASSAULTED CARAMEL To stake a claim on this giveaway, leave a...
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Accolades
2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
