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A Day in My Life ~ Macki Smith by Traci Hall
September, Smith Orchard Twenty-eight-year-old Macki Smith has been in self-imposed prison at her family home after the worst breakup in history since May. She’s betrayed by her own sweet tooth when she dares a stop at Cosmic Café for Hunter’s apple-blueberry crepes....
A Day in My Life ~ Lorraine Highsmith by Erica Ruth Neubauer
I wake up early. Not because I want to—because the sprinklers are on a timer and I’m not a monster who lets her lawn go to hell. You spend years cultivating prize-worthy roses and suddenly everyone thinks you’re eccentric instead of dedicated. Rude. This particular...
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A Day in My Life ~ Aleksandra Daniels by Esme Addison
Alex stared at the closing door. The bell jangled, sounding harsh and discordant. And Minka stood on the sidewalk, looking wildly up and down the street like she wasn't sure where to go. But then, without a backwards glance, she chose a direction and was quickly out...
A Day in My Life ~ Zelda Fitzgerald by Mariah Fredericks
In the early 20s, McCall’s asked Zelda Fitzgerald to write on essay on the super flapper. The article was never published and long thought lost. But it has now been rediscovered… I suppose I should begin by thanking McCall’s for asking me to write about a creature...
Reviews
My Musing ~ NO BONES ABOUT IT by Annie McEwen
Dru’s Short Musing: When her friend becomes a prime suspect in a recent murder, Emmy along with her friends are on the case. This story immediately captured my attention from the first page to its conclusion. The writing was crisp and the comfortable tone made it easy...
My Musing ~ Murder on Devil’s Pond by Ayla Rose
A quaint Vermont inn offers idyllic peace–until a body is found on the property–in this charming series debut, perfect for fans of Ellen Byron and Ellery Adams. When thirty-three-year-old Hannah Solace returns to her hometown to renovate and reopen the inn she co-owns...
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My Mini Musings ~ Bree Baker, Sherry Harris, Catriona McPherson
Pleading the Fish by Bree BakerSeries Name: Seaside Café Mystery #7Genre: Cozy Dru’s very short musingBeing the final book in this delightfully charming series, the author did a great job in wrapping things up with a well-executed mystery with a few surprising twists...
My Musing ~ Never Broken by Lori Duffy Foster
Never Broken by Lori Duffy Foster Series Name: Lisa Jamison Mystery #2Genre: SuspenseRelease: April 12, 2022 The near corpse of a stranger had no idea where he’d been, how long he’d been there or who had kept him captive. But one thing intrigued journalist Lisa...
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New Releases ~ Week of May 26, 2024
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of May 26 – June 1, 2024. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! MAY 27 Dying for a Nap by Diana Orgain (Cozy Mystery) IT'S MURDER BEING A...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ MANCINI BLUE by Maggie Toussaint
I am excited to share with you the cover for the first book in the NEW "Art Studio" mystery series, coming October 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: October 13, 2026 Series: An Art Studio Mystery, Book 1 Genre: Cozy Paranormal Mystery Format: Print,...
Cover Reveal ~ The Case of the Absent Heirs by Cathy Ace
I’m excited to share with you the cover reveal for the next book in the "WISE Enquires Agency" mystery series, coming December 2022 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: December 29, 2022Publisher: Four Tails Publishing Ltd.Format: Digital and Print soon to...
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Cover Reveal ~ Murder Can Mess Up Your Masterpiece by Rose Pressey
I am excited to share with you the cover for the first book in the NEW "Haunted Craft Fair" mystery series from Kensington Books, coming October 29, 2019. Author: Rose Pressey Genre: Cozy Mystery Author Website: rosepressey.com Book Synopsis Haunted art is in the eye...
Cover Reveal ~ Apple Cider Slaying by Julie Anne Lindsey
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover for the first book in the NEW "Cider Shop" mystery series from Kensington Books, coming October 29, 2019. Author: Julie Anne Lindsey Genre: Cozy Mystery Author Website: julieannelindsey.com Book Synopsis Apples are at the...
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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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2024 Anthony Award
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