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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 ~ Brick Lansky by Joanna Campbell Slan
Most people think a professional poker player rolls out of bed at noon, grabs a beer, and heads straight for the nearest casino. Yeah, no. My day starts when a wet nose bumps my elbow around six a.m. That would be Peefur—one hundred-plus pounds of shaggy enthusiasm...
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A Day In My Life ~ Agatha Shadewell by Gina X. Grant
Occupation: Con Artist, Forger, and Burglar, Retired (mostly) I never meant to get a dog. Dogs require structure. And stability. And I, Agatha Shadewell, have never been good with those. But then I found Chance—hungry, thirsty, and eager for a home—just as I was...
The Temple, in 1901 and Today by Sally Smith
My debut novel, A Case of Mice and Murder is a historical detective story. It tells the story of two mysteries in 1901 in the Temple, the heart of legal London. The first is the dramatic murder of the Lord Chief Justice and the quest to find his killer. The second is...
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 Expectant Detectives by Kat Ailes
The Expectant Detectives is a charming debut mystery about a group of soon-to-be moms-turned-detectives. Can they solve the mother of all murders? For Alice and her partner Joe, moving to the sleepy village of Penton is a chance to embrace country life and prepare for...
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My Musing ~ Dogged by Death by Laura Scott
Dogged by Death by Laura ScottSeries Name: Furry Friends Mystery #1Genre: CozyRelease: July 13, 2021Purchase Link In Laura Scott's Furry Friends series debut, veterinarian Ally Winter must collar the killer of a shifty lawyer. Does the dead man's dog know who...
My Musing ~ Hazard in the Horoscope by Kari Lee Townsend
Hazard in the Horoscope by Kari Lee TownsendSeries Name: Sunny Meadows Mystery #6Genre: CozyRelease: June 2021Purchase Link For Psychic Sunshine Meadows, reading a person’s sign can lead to disastrous consequences. . . Sunny’s parents have returned and taken over...
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New Releases ~ Week of December 3, 2023
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of December 3 – 9, 2023 with three debut series. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! DECEMBER 5 Murder at the Polo Club by C.J. Archer...
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 ~ The Corpse with the Turquoise Toes by Cathy Ace
Once again, I’m so honored to share with you the cover reveal for the next book in the "Cait Morgan" mystery series, coming April 2022 and now up for preorder. Wait till you see this cover. Book SynopsisGuests of honor at the opening of a swish new restaurant in...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ Picked Off by Linda Lovely + Giveaway
I am excited to share with you the cover for the second book in the “Brie Hooker” mystery series from Henery Press, coming June 5, 2018. Title: Picked Off Series: Brie Hooker #2 Genre: Cozy Publisher: Henery Press Website: Linda Lovely It’s been seven months since...
Cover Reveal ~ Murder at the Bus Depot by Judy Alter
It's here! The cover for the fourth book in the "Blue Plate Café" mystery series from Alter Ego Press, coming April 6, 2018. Title: Murder at the Bus Depot Series: Blue Plate Café #4 Genre: Cozy Mystery Publisher: Alter Ego Press Website: Judy Alter Is the depot a...
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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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2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
