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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 ~ Eric Peterkin by Christopher Huang
From the journal of Eric Peterkin, dated 27 February 1925: I miss my Usual Armchair. The chief advantage of a job evaluating manuscripts for publication is that it can be done anywhere; and until two months ago, I’d do it from the comfort of an armchair in the...
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A Day in My Life ~ Clementine Carter by Joanne Tracey
The sun streaked through the slats in the old venetian blinds, casting a golden, almost hazy, film across the bed. Outside, a magpie carolled to welcome the day, its mate joining in the chorus. Life didn’t get much better than this. I imagined Grieg’s “Morning” was...
A Day in My Life ~ Jolene Garcia by Christina Estes
As a reporter, I’ve had plenty of lunches interrupted for breaking news. But today is different. The text ordering my favorite photographer and me away from delicious fries and milkshakes seems silly—even by local TV news standards. Mayor stuck in elevator. Get to...
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 ~ Dead Tired by Kat Ailes
The second in a charming and hilarious mystery series by Kat Ailes, Dead Tired follows a group of new moms who didn’t think their maternity leave would involve so much murder. Being a new mom is murder. Alice didn’t think her maternity leave would involve so much,...
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My Musing ~ Finlay Donovan Knocks ‘Em Dead by Elle Cosimano
Finlay Donovan Knocks 'Em Dead by Elle Cosimano Series Name: Finlay Donovan Mystery #2Genre: CozyRelease: February 1, 2022 From Edgar-Award nominee Elle Cosimano, comes Finlay Donovan Knocks 'Em Dead—the hilarious and heart-pounding follow-up to Finlay Donovan is...
My Musing ~ Tidal Wave by Beth Prentice
Tidal Wave by Beth Prentice Series Name: Aloha Lagoon Samantha Reynolds Mystery #4Genre: CozyRelease: February 8, 2022 From USA Today bestselling author Beth Prentice comes a disaster of a wedding in paradise. . . Samantha Reynolds' life in Aloha Lagoon has just...
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New Releases ~ Week of April 21, 2024
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of April 21 – 27, 2024. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! APRIL 22 Hijacked Legacy by James M. Jackson (Traditional Mystery) The Happy...
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 ~ Ex’d Out by Christine Falcone
I’m happy to share with you the cover reveal for the first book in the NEW "Melanie Bass" mystery series, coming October 2022 and will be up for preorder soon. Book SynopsisAfter her divorce, Visiting Nurse Melanie Bass needs to keep in touch with her philandering...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ Autumn Alibi by Jennifer David Hesse
I am happy to host the cover reveal for the sixth book in the “Wiccan Wheel” mystery series from Kensington Books, coming September 24, 2019. Author: Jennifer David Hesse Genre: Cozy Mystery Author Website: jenniferdavidhesse.com Book Synopsis After a hectic year,...
Cover Reveal ~ As Directed by Kathleen Valenti
Here it is! The cover for the third book in the "Maggie O'Malley" mystery series from Henery Press, coming March 12, 2019. Author: Kathleen Valenti Genre: Traditional Mystery Author Website: kathleenvalenti.com Book Synopsis In the shadow of a past fraught with danger...
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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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