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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 ~ Mackenzie Bardine by Dana Mentink
For security reasons I don’t usually give out my full name. There are people who would be paid well to do me harm, you see. You can call me Zee, if you’d like. My life is dangerous because I’m after a dangerous man…a drug kingpin named Bullseye who took my brother...
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A Day in My Life ~ Stella and Nick Buckley by Amy Patricia Meade
Stella: All we wanted was to see our best friends, Alma and Mills, get married. Nick: And to escape the five-degree temperatures back in Vermont. Stella: I admit, that’s certainly a perk of Alma and Mills getting married in Playa del Carmen, but - Nick: Oh, and to...
A Day in My Life ~ Vivienne O’Connell by K.B. Jackson
All I wanted was for my wedding to be drama-free. Was that too much to ask for? Apparently so, because you can’t get much more dramatic than murder. Look, as the baby of the family, I know I can be a little spoiled sometimes, but I’m really just a product of 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 ~ Who to Believe by Edwin Hill
In a twisty, claustrophobic suburban suspense novel for fans of Ruth Ware and Liane Moriarty, the aftermath of a murder in a quiet coastal New England town reveals a web of dark secrets among friends . . .Monreith, Massachusetts, was once a small community of whalers...
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My Musing ~ Draw and Order by Cheryl Hollon
Draw and Order by Cheryl HollonSeries Name: Paint & Shine Mystery #2Genre: CozyRelease: June 29, 2021Purchase Link Appalachian artist and local guide Miranda Trent opens a new murder investigation after her Paint & Shine tour group discovers the remains of a...
My Musing ~ The Moonshine Shack Murder by Diane Kelly
The Moonshine Shack Murder by Diane KellySeries Name: Southern Homebrew Mystery #1Genre: CozyRelease: July 6, 2021Purchase Link In this intoxicating new cozy mystery series, the future for modern-day moonshiner Hattie Hayes looks bright--until death darkens the...
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New Releases ~ Week of December 17, 2023
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of December 17 – 23, 2023. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! DECEMBER 19 Final Fix by Carolyn Ridder Aspenson (Traditional...
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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 ~ Death a Sketch by Cheryl Hollon
Cheryl Hollon is one of my favorite authors and I’m more than thrilled to share with you the cover reveal for the next book in her "Paint & Shine" mystery series, coming July 2022 and now up for preorder. Book SynopsisIn rural Kentucky, business is booming for...
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Cover Reveal ~ Nun After The Other by Alice Loweecey
Are you ready for it? I’m so thrilled to share with you the cover for the fifth book in the “Giulia Driscoll” mystery series from Henery Press, coming April 17, 2018. Title: Nun After The Other Series: Giulia Driscoll #5 Genre: Traditional Publisher: Henery Press...
Cover Reveal ~ Trouble With Cupid edited by Jaden Terrell, Claire Matturro, Michelle Ladner
Are you ready for "10 Short Mysteries Spiced With Romance"? Here is it . . . the cover of the holiday-themed anthology from KaliOka Press, coming February 14, 2018. Title: The Trouble With Cupid Genre: Cozy Publisher: KaliOka Press Editors: Jaden Terrell, Claire...
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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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