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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 ~ Ashley Compton by Tammy Barker
To my family, friends and coworkers, my name is Ashley Compton. But to the majority of Las Vegas, I am the voice of Miss LARE, the Love And Relationship Expert. I’m a radio advice personality using a pseudonym because I’m not a counselor or psychologist, and the...
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Get To Know ~ Izzie Abbington by Bailee Abbott
Isabelle sits down for a Q&A with dru’s book musings responding to twenty or more questions so we can learn more about her. Are you ready? Let’s get to know Izzie. What is your full name? Isabelle Abbington – Izzie for short. How old are you? I’ll turn 27, soon....
A Day In My Life ~ Fanta Delaney by A.V. Howland
Hmm, well, here goes … “Having a ball with ballroom dancing” No. “It’s ballroom dancing, baby!” Delete. “Getting it on in the ballroom” DELETE. Okay, well at least I can get this part right: By Fanta Delaney That’s me, and I’m here at my desk at the North City Newser...
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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 Great Gimmelmans by Lee Matthew Goldberg
Middle child Aaron Gimmelman watches as his family goes from a mild-mannered reform Jewish clan to having over a million dollars of stolen money stuffed in their RV’s cabinets while being pursued by the FBI and loan sharks. But it wasn’t always like that. His father...
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My Musing ~ The French Paradox by Ellen Crosby
The French Paradox by Ellen Crosby Series Name: Wine Country #11Genre: Cozy MysteryRelease: April 6, 2021Purchase Link Lucie Montgomery's discovery of her grandfather's Parisian romance unlocks a series of shocking secrets in the gripping new Wine Country mystery. In...
My Musing ~ The Hiding Place by Paula Munier
The Hiding Place by Paula MunierSeries Name: Mercy Carr #3Genre: Traditional MysteryRelease: March 30, 2021Purchase Link Some people take their secrets with them to the grave. Others leave them behind on their deathbeds, riddles for the survivors to solve. When her...
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New Releases ~ Week of October 29, 2023
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of October 29 – November 4, 2023 with four debut series. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! OCTOBER 29 The Cajun Circle by Keith...
Cover Reveals
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 ~ Tidal Wave by Beth Prentice
I first discovered the work of Beth Prentice in 2015 and have enjoyed her books ever since. My favorite series among those she writes is the Aloha Lagoon Samantha Reynolds mysteries and I’m so excited to share with you the cover reveal for the next book, coming...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ Murder, Curlers & Canes by Arlene McFarlane
It is my pleasure to reveal the cover for the second book in the “Valentine Beaumont” mystery series from ParadiseDeer Publishing, coming June 15, 2017. Title: Murder, Curlers & Canes Series: Valentine Beaumont #2 Genre: Cozy Mystery Publisher: ParadiseDeer...
Cover Reveal ~ Asking for Truffle by Dorothy St. James
I am thrilled and excited to reveal the cover for the first book in the NEW “Southern Chocolate Shop” mystery series from Crooked Lane Books, coming September 12, 2017. Title: Asking for Truffle Series: Southern Chocolate Shop #1 Genre: Cozy Mystery Publisher: Crooked...
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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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