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A Day in My Life ~ Margaret Drake by Darcy Graves
I had not intended to involve myself in a murder investigation. But I imagine few do, unless they are killers. Murders, like unsuitable engagements and unfortunate hats, are the sort of thing one generally hopes will happen to other people. I’m afraid this particular...
A Day in My Life ~ Night Nurse Nancy Norman by Marilee Dahlman
My life was supposed to be different. Glittering diamonds. Dangerous gentlemen. Throw in a Dassault Falcon private jet and a French villa, spritz it all with Dior perfume, and then I’d have the life I’d always wanted. The life I’ve got: I’m a divorced and...
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A Day in My Life ~ Dorey Cameron by Ruth J. Hartman
Hey, everyone! I’m Dorey Cameron. I’ve recently been adopted by a stray cat, who’s decided I’m going to be his person. I love cats, so not a problem, but the feline who I’ve named Weatherby, is… well, I guess the best way to describe him is sneaky. If he were a...
A Day in My Life ~ Grayson Montana by Sandra Owens
Grayson Montana here. Back when I was a senior in high school, I learned firsthand what it felt like to be powerless. I was kidnapped, along with two other boys, and held for ransom. My father—a former SEAL—didn’t waste a second. He called in two of his...
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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 ~ French Quarter Fright Night by Ellen Byron
Welcome to the Bon Veeevil Festival of Fear! Prepare for the spookiest night of your life . . . It's Halloween in New Orleans, and the staff of Bon Vee Culinary House Museum is setting up a fantastic haunted house tour for their visitors. But when flashy movie star...
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My Musing ~ Death In A Pale Hue by Susan Van Kirk
Death In A Pale Hue by Susan Van Kirk Series Name: Art Center Mystery #1Genre: CozyRelease: June 7, 2022 Who knew going home could be deadly? I will show them success. Artist Jill Madison repeats this mantra when she returns to her small hometown to restart her life....
My Musing ~ Bayou Book Thief by Ellen Byron
Bayou Book Thief by Ellen Byron Series Name: Vintage Cookbook Mystery #1Genre: CozyRelease: June 7, 2022 A fantastic new cozy mystery series with a vintage flair from USA Today bestselling and Agatha Award–winning author Ellen Byron. Twenty-eight-year-old widow Ricki...
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New Releases ~ Week of July 7, 2024
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of July 7 – 13, 2024 with two debut series. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! JULY 7 The Elusive Dietrich by Jared Cade (Historical...
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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 ~ Overdue or Die by Allison Brook
I am delighted to host the cover reveal for the next book in the "Haunted Library" mystery series, coming October 2023 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: October 3, 2023Publisher: Crooked Lane BooksFormat: Print, DigitalName of Series: Haunted LibraryNumber in...
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Cover Reveal ~ A Crafter Quilts A Crime by Holly Quinn
I am happy to share with you the cover for the next book in the "Handcrafted" mystery series from Crooked Lane Books, coming February 11, 2020. Title: A Crafter Quilts A Crime Name of Series: Handcrafted Number in Series: Third Genre: Cozy Mystery Author: Holly Quinn...
Cover Reveal ~ Heaven Has No Rage by Liz Milliron
I am excited to share with you the cover for the next book in the “Laurel Highlands” mystery series from Level Best Books, coming August 13, 2019. Title: Heaven Has No Rage Name of Series: Laurel Highlands Number in Series: 2nd Genre: Traditional Mystery Author: Liz...
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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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