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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 ~ Rocky Nelson by Karen A. Phillips
It all started with a fateful camping trip . . . Sometime in the night, a scream woke me. I groaned in frustration. Not again. “Rocky,” Bridget whispered. “Did you hear that?” “It’s probably those darn boys. If they don’t knock it off, I’m going to read them the riot...
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A Day in My Life ~ Maeve O’Reilly Kensington by Christine Knapp
Hello there! I'm Maeve O'Reilly Kensington, a modern-day nurse midwife currently vacationing in Ireland! I arrived yesterday and still can't believe I'm here. Wait, let me back up and formally introduce myself. I reside in the quintessential New England seaside town...
A Day in My Life ~ Charley James by T.C. LoTempio
Good morning My name is Charlotte James, but I prefer to be called Charley. A year ago a day in my life would have consisted of sitting at my computer and grinding out my latest thriller, which I write under the pen name of C.J. Barrett. However, thanks to a severe...
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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 ~ Sniffing Out Murder by Kallie E. Benjamin
When a murder unleashes a widespread investigation through Crosbyville, children’s book author Pris and her trusty bloodhound, Bailey, must sniff out the truth before the whole town goes to the dogs. After deciding that life as a teacher wasn’t right for her,...
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My Musing ~ Bitterroot Lake by Alicia Beckman
Bitterroot Lake by Alicia BeckmanGenre: SuspenseRelease: April 13, 2021Purchase Link Twenty-five years ago, during a celebratory weekend at historic Whitetail Lodge, Sarah McCaskill had a vision. A dream. A nightmare. When a young man was killed, Sarah's guilt over...
My Musing ~ Shrimply Dead by Maggie Toussaint
Shrimply Dead by Maggie ToussaintSeries Name: A Seafood Caper #3Genre: Cozy MysteryRelease: April 12, 2021Purchase Link When veterinarian and amateur naturalist Jasmine Garr is shot in her yard, residents of Shell Island press caterer River Holloway into investigating...
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New Releases ~ Week of November 5, 2023
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of November 5 – 11, 2023 with one debut series. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! NOVEMBER 6 Hollow Voices by Michelle Corbier...
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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 ~ Witchy Wednesday by Denise Jaden
Today I’m hosting the cover reveal for the first book in the NEW "Tabitha Chase" mystery series, coming February 2022 and is up for preorder. Book SynopsisThe murder of a witch, a seaside town selling the supernatural, and a realtor-turned-sleuth, rediscovering her...
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Cover Reveal ~ 19 Souls by J.D. Allen
I am excited to reveal the cover for the first book in the NEW “Sin City” private investigation series from Midnight Ink, coming February 8, 2018. Title: 19 Souls Series: Sin City Investigation #1 Genre: Hard-Boiled Publisher: Midnight Ink Website: J.D. Allen Private...
Cover Reveal ~ Curses, Boiled Again! by Shari Randall
I am thrilled to share with you the cover of the first in the NEW “Lobster Shack” mystery series from St. Martin's Press, coming January 30, 2018. Title: Curses, Boiled Again! Series: Lobster Shack #1 Genre: Cozy Mystery Publisher: St. Martin's Press Website: Shari...
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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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