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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 ~ Kate (and Maeve) Buckley by Lisa Q. Mathews
Hi Everyone, I know you were expecting my mom, Kate Buckley. I’m really sorry, but she isn’t home yet so this is Maeve, her daughter. I’m almost 15, and I can tell you anything you want to know about her life. Trust me on that. She’s a WFH accountant who plays the...
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Let’s Get To Know ~ Emma Cross Andrews by Alyssa Maxwell
Emma Cross Andrews 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 Emma. What is your full name? Emmaline Cross Andrews, but please call me Emma. I’m a descendant...
A Day in My Life ~ Denny Winwood by R.M. Murphy
Hello everyone, my name is Denny Winwood. I'm the owner of the Rolling Dough Pizza Truck here in Willow Creek, Pennsylvania. My day to day isn’t all that exciting—usually. Normally, I’m crafting the perfect pizzas for the folks around town who have been lining up at...
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 ~ The Cardinal’s Curse by LynDee Walker and Bruce Robert Coffin
Danger has a new destination. An enigmatic invitation lures tech genius Avery Turner and thrill-seeker Carter Mosley away from their recent groundbreaking discovery of the General's Gold, offering them a chance to join an expedition on the cutting edge of science....
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My Musing ~ Record Store Reckoning by J.C. Kenney
Record Store Reckoning by J.C. Kenney Series Name: Darcy Gaughan Mystery #1Genre: CozyRelease: March 1, 2022 When the manager of Marysburg Music, Darcy Gaughan, returns to work after a vacation, she expects to jump right back into work as the store gets ready for the...
My Musing ~ Three Doorways Dark by Keith Donnelly
Three Doorways Dark by Keith Donnelly Series Name: Donald Youngblood Mystery #8Genre: TraditionalRelease: January 1, 2022 After his adventure in Afghanistan, East Tennessee private investigator and FBI consultant, Donald Youngblood just wanted to relax and heal....
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New Releases Coming Soon ~ May 2024
Here is a list of over 70 new titles representing major genres such as cozy mysteries, traditional mysteries, historical mysteries, and others releasing this month, with eight debut series. As always, I hope there is a new title to suit everyone’s personal taste....
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 ~ Digging Up Daisy by Sherry Lynn
I’m excited to share with you the cover reveal for the first book in the new "Mainely Murder" mystery series, coming April 2023 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: April 4, 2023Publisher: Penguin Random HouseFormat: Print, Digital, AudioName of Series: Mainely...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ Have Yourself A Beary Little Murder by Meg Macy
Check it out! The cover for the third book in the "Shamelessly Adorable Teddy Bear" mystery series from Kensington Books, coming October 1, 2019. Author: Meg Macy Genre: Cozy Mystery Author Website: megmacy.com Book Synopsis Who killed Santa Bear, and why? This...
Cover Reveal ~ Bite Club by Laurien Berenson
I am excited to share with you the cover for the 23rd book in the “Melanie Travis” canine mystery series from Kensington Books, coming June 25, 2019. Author: Laurien Berenson Genre: Cozy Mystery Author Website: laurienberenson.com Book Synopsis Melanie Travis’s new...
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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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