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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...
Let’s Get To Know ~ Valerie Corbin by Leslie Karst
One of the best ways to learn about a person is by asking questions, so let’s get to know Valerie. What is your full name? Valerie Corbin. My grandparents—from whom I derive the surname—were from Marseilles, and “corbin” means “little crow” in old French. Which I...
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A Day in My Life ~ Bumble by Liz Ireland
Hello, everyone! My name is Bumble, and I live in Santaland, right in the bustling heart of Christmastown. Until recently, most of my days here have been much the same. You can usually find me on the sidewalk in front of Flock and Ivy’s florist shop, chatting with...
Let’s Get To Know ~ Jax Turner by Mary Keliikoa
Jax Turner sits down for a Q&A with dru’s book musings responding to twenty or more questions so we can learn more about him. Are you ready? Let’s get to know Jax. What is your full name? Jax Turner How old are you? Most of the time, I try not to think about it,...
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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 ~ A Very Woodsy Murder by Ellen Byron
New motel owner Dee Stern has checked out of the familiar comforts in the Studio City and checked in to the quaint village of Foundgold. Running a rustic getaway in the woods sure beats LA traffic—until murder ruins the peace and quiet . . .Down-on-her-luck sitcom...
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My Musing ~ Lynn Cahoon, Diane Kelly, Libby Klein
Wedding Bell Blues by Lynn CahoonSeries Name: Tourist Trap Mystery #13Genre: Cozy Dru’s very short musingAn upcoming engagement party does not stop a murder that is filled with so many surprises. From the beginning we think we know what's going on until we discover...
My Musing ~ Burning Hope by Wendy Roberts
Burning Hope by Wendy Roberts Series Name: Red Hooper Mystery #1Genre: ParanormalRelease: March 22, 2022 From Wendy Roberts, author of Grounds to Kill and the Bodies of Evidence series, comes a new paranormal mystery featuring an amateur sleuth kindling a deep secret....
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New Releases Coming Soon ~ June 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 ~ 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 ~ Entertainment To Die For edited by Gay Toltl Kinman, Meredith Taylor, and Susan Rowland
I’m excited to share with you the cover reveal for the Sisters In Crime Los Angeles anthology, coming January 2023 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: January 1, 2023Publisher: Write Choice InkFormat: Print and DigitalGenre: Crime Fiction Author Website:...
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Cover Reveal ~ The Appraiser by R. Franklin James
I am excited to share with you the cover for the first book in the NEW "Remy Loh Bishop" mystery series from Camel Press, coming August 14, 2019. Author: R. Franklin James Genre: Traditional Mystery Author Website: rfranklinjames.com Book Synopsis Remy Loh Bishop...
Cover Reveal ~ A Very Mummy Holiday by Lynn Cahoon
I am excited to share with you the cover for the sixth novella in the "Tourist Trap" mystery series from Kensington Books, coming October 29, 2019. Author: Lynn Cahoon Genre: Cozy Mystery Author Website: lynncahoon.com Book Synopsis From New York Times and USA Today...
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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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