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Author Showcase ~ The History of the Super Sleuth by Samantha Larsen
Despite being one of the most famous detectives in literature, Sherlock Holmes was not the first Super Sleuth. That honor goes to C. Auguste Dupin, a French detective. Dupin first appeared in 1841, in Edgar Allan Poe’s short story, “The Murders in the Rue Morgue.” In...
A Day in My Life ~ Madelyn Garcia Castillo by Lizbeth Lipperman
Hi, I'm Madelyn Garcia Castillo. If my name sounds familiar, it's probably because I was the rookie cop who got framed for murder in JAILHOUSE GLOCK. A wannabe gangster ended up dead in a jail cell, my gun was used, and I nearly traded in my badge for an orange...
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A Day in My Life ~ Helen Binney by Gin Jones
Helen Binney hadn't planned to crash the Wharton Times interview of Celtic singer, Kenny O'Toole, headliner for the annual Christmas in July concert. Okay, so she'd arrived at the venue in the center of town an hour early, hoping to have a word with Kenny's assistant,...
A Word With Adrian Andover
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? I started reading mysteries from an early age. The Boxcar Children series was one of the first that I remember checking out from my elementary school’s library. My...
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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 ~ 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 ~ Burden of Poof by Julie Anne Lindsey
Burden of Poof by Julie Anne LindseySeries Name: Bonnie & Clyde Mystery #1Genre: CozyRelease: September 15, 2021Purchase Link An amateur sleuth named Bonnie and her kitty companion Clyde, with names like those, what could possibly go wrong? Life hasn't sparkled...
My Musing ~ Her Perfect Life by Hank Phillippi Ryan
Her Perfect Life by Hank Phillippi RyanGenre: Psychological ThrillerRelease: September 14, 2021Purchase Link The next thrilling standalone novel by USA Today bestselling author Hank Phillippi Ryan. Everyone knows Lily Atwood—and that may be her biggest problem. The...
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New Releases ~ Week of January 28, 2024
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of January 28 – February 3, 2024. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! JANUARY 30 Family Ties Family Lies by Jacqueline Boulden...
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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 ~ Magic is Murder edited by Donna Andrews, Barb Goffman, and Marcia Talley
I’m excited to share with you the cover reveal for the next book in the "Chesapeake Crimes" anthology series, coming August 2022 and now up for preorder. Book SynopsisMagic is Murder features sixteen crime/mystery short stories involving magic. We have tales with...
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Cover Reveal ~ Bitter Rain by Shannon Baker
I am excited to host the cover for the third book in the “Kate Fox” mystery series, coming September 8, 2018. Title: Bitter Rain Genre: Traditional Author Website: shannon-baker.com Book Synopsis Despite half the county trying to pair her up with eligible bachelors,...
Cover Reveal ~ Slay In Character by Lynn Cahoon + Giveaway
I am thrilled to host the cover reveal for the fourth book in the “Cat Latimer” mystery series from Kensington, coming November 27, 2018. Title: Slay In Character Genre: Cozy Mystery Author Website: lynncahoon.com Book Synopsis Staying in character can be murder when...
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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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