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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...
A Word With Cindy Kirk
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? I love stories set in small towns with memorable characters and a puzzle at the heart of the story. Cozy mysteries let me explore community, justice, and clever...
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Let’s Get To Know ~ Capri Sanzio by Michelle Chouinard
Capri Sanzio 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 Capri. What is your full name? Most of the world knows me as Capri Sanzio, but thanks to the lingering...
A Day in My Life ~ Carissa Blackwood by Penny Warner
I’m So Not Nancy Drew Although I wish I were sometimes. Especially now that I’ve moved into what could only be described as a “haunted” house with my two “eccentric” aunts. After I got divorced and lost my job as a mystery novel ghostwriter, I’d been looking for a new...
Reviews
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 ~ Secrets in Pink by K.B. Jackson
There’s a new sheriff in town, and local reporter Audrey O’Connell has already gotten off on the wrong foot–er, boot–with him. A recent transplant from Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Chattertowne, Washington’s handsome new Police Chief Cole Loveland has been brought in to...
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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 ~ Week of May 12, 2024
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of May 12 – 18, 2024. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! MAY 14 Cornered at the Corral by Jamie L. Adams (Cozy Mystery) Lily Cranston is...
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 ~ Murder in Postscript by Mary Winters
I’m excited to share with you the cover reveal for the first book in the debut "Lady Agony" mystery series, coming March 2023 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: March 28, 2023Publisher: Penguin Random HouseFormat: Print, Digital, and AudioName of Series: Lady...
Cover Reveals
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...
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,...
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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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