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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 Word With Jane Haseldine
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? I’m a former crime reporter, but even before that, I was a hard-wired reader for all books dark and mysterious. How did you come up with your pseudonym? My married...
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A Day in My Life ~ Joseph Spector by Tom Mead
Pick a card, any card. No? You don’t care for magic tricks? Forgive me. See that poster, framed on the far wall: “The Sensational Mister Spector.” Some visitors remember me from those days, when I trod the boards performing wonders to packed houses in the music halls...
A Day in My Life ~ Emily Plankhurst by Connie Shelton
People always assume working in a library is quiet, predictable, and filled with nothing but the soft rustle of pages and the occasional shushing. And sure, we have those moments. But here at The Morton Library, nestled in a sleepy corner of Taos, in northern New...
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 Secret Ingredient to Murder by Terry Ambrose
In Seaside Cove, every truffle has a dark side. The peaceful paradise of Seaside Cove gets a rude awakening when the home of newcomers Tyler Winkle and his spirited niece, Veronica Campbell, gets turned upside down. The only thing missing? The family’s secret...
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My Musing ~ A Caterer’s Guide to Holidays and Homicide by Jessica Thompson
A Caterer's Guide to Holidays and Homicide by Jessica Thompson Series Name: Caterer's Guide to Crime Mystery #2Genre: CozyRelease: October 19, 2021 Deck the halls. . .with a personal chef, a snowed-in lodge, and a sprinkling of murder! “Watch the knives!” While acting...
My Musing ~ Stitch, Bake, Die! by Lois Winston
Stitch, Bake, Die! by Lois Winston Series Name: Anastasia Pollack Crafting Mystery #10Genre: CozyRelease: October 4, 2021 With massive debt, a communist mother-in-law, a Shakespeare-quoting parrot, and a photojournalist boyfriend who may or may not be a spy, crafts...
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New Releases ~ Week of February 4, 2024
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of February 4 – 10, 2024 with one debut series. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! FEBRUARY 6 When She Left by E.A. Aymar (Thriller)...
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 ~ Bake Offed by Maya Corrigan
I’m happy to share with you the cover reveal for the next book in the "Five-Ingredient" mystery series, coming November 2022 and now up for preorder. Book SynopsisManaging a fitness club café and collaborating on recipes with her grandfather are Val Deniston’s usual...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ The Blood Runs Cold by Catherine Maiorisi
I am happy to share with you the cover for the second book in the “NYPD Detective Chiara Corelli” mystery series from Bella Books, coming February 15, 2019. Title: The Blood Runs Cold Genre: Traditional Mystery Author Website: catherinemaiorisi.com Book Synopsis Still...
Cover Reveal ~ A Risky Undertaking For Loretta Singletary by Terry Shames
I am delighted to share with you the cover for the eighth book in the “Samuel Craddock” mystery series from Seventh Street Books, coming January 15, 2019. Title: A Risky Undertaking For Loretta Singletary Genre: Traditional with cozy elements Author Website:...
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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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