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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....
Let’s Get To Know ~ Samantha Aarons by Lynn Cahoon
One of the best ways to learn about a person is by asking questions, so let’s get to know Samantha Aarons. What is your full name? Samantha Elizabeth Aarons. Yes, I know my initials are SEA. And if I marry Drew, my initials won't change. Maybe I should start dating...
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A Day in The Life ~ Princess Victoria by Darcie Wilde
When talking about a day in the life of Princess Victoria, there’s good news, and there’s bad news. The good news: Victoria kept a journal from the time she was thirteen, straight through to the end of her life. This provide an invaluable first hand account of how she...
A Word With Paula Charles
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? I read wildly – whatever catches my attention. Cozy mysteries had long been my go-to palate cleanser between heavier reads. I loved the small quirky communities and...
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 ~ What You Leave Behind by Wanda M. Morris
Award-winning author Wanda Morris returns with a powerful, haunting thriller following a lawyer who after the mysterious disappearance of a local landowner and the death of his sister just months before, uncovers a conspiracy that dates back to Reconstruction and...
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My Musing ~ Catherine Bruns, Holly Danvers, Cindy Sample
Long Overdue at the Lakeside Library by Holly DanversSeries Name: Lakeside Library Mystery #2Genre: Cozy Dru’s very short musing:This was very enjoyable. A fun and fast-paced whodunit with a good plot and great backdrop of the library. Love how Rain took control and...
My Musing ~ Like A Sister by Kellye Garrett
Like A Sister by Kellye Garrett Genre: Domestic SuspenseRelease: March 8, 2022 In this "tense, twisting mystery" and "absolutely can't-put-it-down read" (Megan Miranda), no one bats an eye when a Black reality TV star is found dead in the Bronx—except her estranged...
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New Releases ~ Week of April 28, 2024
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of April 28 – May 4, 2024 with four debut series and one re-release. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! APRIL 30 Death by Dacquoise by...
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 ~ A Study in Chocolate by Amber Royer
I’m excited to share with you the cover reveal for the next book in the "Bean to Bar" mystery series, coming January 2023 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: January 17, 2023Format: DigitalName of Series: Bean to BarNumber in Series: #5Genre: Cozy MysteryAuthor...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ Crypt Suzette by Maya Corrigan
It is my honor to showcase the cover for the sixth book in the “Five-Ingredient” mystery series from Kensington Books, coming August 27, 2019. Author: Maya Corrigan Genre: Cozy Mystery Author Website: mayacorrigan.com Book Synopsis Val Deniston is catering the debut...
Cover Reveal ~ Fair Game by Annette Dashofy
I am excited to share with you the cover for the eighth book in the "Zoe Chambers" mystery series from Henery Press, coming May 14, 2019. Author: Annette Dashofy Genre: Cozy Mystery Author Website: annettedashofy.com Book Synopsis Paramedic Zoe Chambers hoped a week...
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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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2024 Anthony Award
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