Features
A Day in My Life ~ Vicky Casey by Vicki Delany
I’ve done it! I’ve actually done it! I’d hoped, of course, that my dream would come true, and I worked so hard to achieve it. But still that little voice in the back of my head kept telling me I was wasting my time But I wasn’t and it’s now actually a thing. A...
A Word With Greta Sinclair
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? Growing-up I loved reading the Nancy Drew and Hardy Boys Mystery series. Later in life, I loved reading Agatha Christie. How did you come up with your pseudonym?...
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A Day in My Life ~ Dr. Kara Clay by Shari Bruin
As I looked over my calendar for today, I smiled. I was living my dream life as Dr. Kara Clay, Veterinarian. I opened my animal clinic in Crystal Stream, my charming hometown in Central Florida, just over two years ago. It’s been quite a ride and full of surprises,...
A Day in My Life ~ Dave by Jaime Parker Stickle
“Police, open up.” Shit. I roll over and look at my phone. Early. Sun hasn’t come up yet, early. The police pound on the door again. One more hit and it may just fall off the duct taped hinges that hold this aluminum house on wheels together. “Hang on. I’m coming.”...
Reviews
My Musing ~ A FIELD GUIDE TO DEATH & DECEIT by Michelle L. Cullen
Dru’s Short Musing: In the latest adventures with Harry and Emma, they get involved when a friend is scammed out of their livelihood. Scammers beware because Harry and Emma are on the case. This engaging read had me immediately immersed in all that was happening in...
My Musing ~ POPPY MONTGOMERY GETS EVEN by Gordon Jack
Dru’s Short Musing: Scamming a scammer takes center stage as Poppy tries to help a friend and, in the process, helped solve two puzzling deaths. This was a well-written and complex drama with a comfortable tone making it easy to follow and grasp what is going on in...
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My Musing ~ EVERYONE IS PERFECT HERE by Jane Haseldine
Dru’s Short Musing: Carly thought she left her past behind her, but when a colleague’s dead body is found in her office, Carly must fight for her sanity and her life. This was a well-written and complex drama that immediately grabbed my attention, quickly becoming a...
My Musing ~ STAKEOUTS AND STROLLERS by Rob Phillips
Dru’s Short Musing: A newly minted private investigator’s first case though solved, spirals into a second case that brings danger to himself and his new client. This well-written and non-stop action-packed drama introduced us to Charlie Shaw, his wife, his boss, his...
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Releases
New Releases ~ Week of June 21, 2026
Searching for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing the week of June 21 – 27, 2026 with two debut series. I hope a few of these books take you on a reading adventure! JUNE 22 The Armchair Detectives on Holiday by Matt Dunn (Cozy Mystery) Fresh...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ IT’S NOT EVEN PAST by Anna Scotti
With a new publisher and a new introduction, it is my pleasure to present this updated cover with its new look and design, coming October 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: October 20, 2026 Genre: Short Story Crime Fiction Collection Format: Print,...
Cover Reveal ~ FLASHES OF FIRE AND FURY by Lynda Allen
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover for the next book in the “Liv Wilde” mystery series, coming June 2026. Preorder coming soon. Publication Date: June 25, 2026 Series: A Liv Wilde Mystery, Book 3 Genre: Traditional Mystery w/Paranormal elements Format:...
Cover Reveals
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 for preorder. Publication Date:...
Cover Reveal ~ UNVEILED SECRETS by Mary Karnes
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover reveal for the next book in the “Wedding Planner” mystery series, coming October 2025. Pre-orders are forthcoming. Format: Print, Digital, Audio Name of Series: A Wedding Planner Mystery ~ Book 3 Genre: Cozy Mystery Author...
Extras
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...
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: 226...
Extras
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...
Coming Soon ~ New Series / More Books
Look for. . . Falls To Pieces by Douglas Corleone, in which a woman goes on the run with her teenage daughter to an off-the-grid community in Maui in order to escape an abusive husband, his powerful family, and a potential murder rap, but when her fiance disappears on...
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Accolades
2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
