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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 ~ Tom Keegan by M.E. Proctor
Sunday, and I’m late for my lunch with Vivian Davis. I haven’t seen her since that evening ten months ago in front of Pepper’s Swing Club. I was going in, she was coming out, I held the door for her. Beyond wishing her a good night, we didn’t talk. There was no need,...
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Let’s Get To Know ~ Tabby Quigsly by Valona Jones
Tabby Quigsly sits down for a Q&A with dru’s book musings responding to twenty or more questions so we can learn more about her. Are you ready? Let’s get to know Tabby. What is your full name? My name started out as Tabby Silesta Winslow. I’ve gone to great...
A Day in My Life ~ Caroline Cosgrave by Stephanie Gaunt
I’ve been asked to write a ‘Day in the Life’ piece. Yes, me, Caroline Cosgrave! Should I write about myself as I was before the traumatic events, or as I am now? It’s difficult. There I was, reluctant President of the Compton Perceval Women’s Institute, in a same-sex...
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 ~ The Jig Is Up by Lisa Q. Mathews
Irish step dance takes a deadly turn in this Celtic cozy series debut, perfect for fans of Carlene O’Connor and Paige Shelton. Single-mom and police chief’s daughter Kate Buckley is all about family. After she receives an urgent text from her younger sister Colleen,...
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My Musing ~ The Double Exposure Murder by Jeanne Quigley
The Double Exposure Murder by Jeanne Quigley Series Name: Robyn Cavanagh Mystery #1Genre: CozyRelease: May 17, 2022 Robyn Cavanagh enjoys a thriving second career as a portrait photographer in her beloved suburban hometown of Garland, New York. Having built a large...
My Musing ~ Simmering With Resentment by Daryl Wood Gerber
Simmering With Resentment by Daryl Wood Gerber Series Name: Cookbook Nook Mystery #11Genre: CozyRelease: April 26, 2022 The Agatha Award–winning author of Wining and Dying returns to the Cookbook Nook, where a killer’s explosive vengeance may lead to Jenna Hart’s...
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New Releases Coming Soon ~ July 2024
Here is a list of over 90 new titles representing major genres such as cozy mysteries, traditional mysteries, historical mysteries, and others releasing this month, with nine debut series. As always, I hope there is a new title to suit everyone’s personal taste. Enjoy...
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 ~ Murder Uncorked by Maddie Day
I’m excited to share with you the cover reveal for the first book in the NEW "Cece Barton" mystery series, coming October 2023 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: October 24, 2023Publisher: Kensington BooksFormat: Print, Digital, and AudioName of Series: Cece...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ No Bones About It by Donna Huston Murray
Donna is re-releasing her titles with new covers and I'm happy to share with you the cover for the fourth book in her “Ginger Barnes” cozy mystery series. Title: No Bones About It Name of Series: Ginger Barnes Number in Series: Fourth Genre: Cozy Mystery Author: Donna...
Cover Reveal ~ The House of Hallowed Ground by Nancy Cole Silverman
I am excited to share with you the cover for the first book in the NEW “Misty Brown” mystery series from Henery Press, coming September 10, 2019. Author: Nancy Cole Silverman Genre: Traditional Mystery Author Website: nancycolesilverman.com Book Synopsis FROM DUST TO...
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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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