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A Word With Tracy O’Shields
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? I've always loved mysteries. When my sister and I were little, she would dress up like Sherlock Holmes—the Basil Rathbone version—and we'd make up mysteries to...
A Day in the Life ~ Blanche Murninghan by Nancy Nau Sullivan
Hi, there! I’m Blanche Murninghan, part-time journalist and part-time beach bum. My T-shirt is stiff with salt, my pockets are full of sand. All in all, my life is pretty idyllic. I love waking up to the sound of the waves outside my cabin on Tuna Street, but lately...
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A Day in the Life of Carmela Bertrand by Laura Childs
It was Halloween in New Orleans. A week-long, rabble rousing celebration that grew bigger, badder, and crazier every year. A time for would-be werewolves, witches, and zombies to throw on a wig, howl at the moon, and paint the town the bright red color of fake vampire...
A Day in the Life of Theresa Maclean by Lisa Black
I am a forensic scientist with the medical examiner’s office in Cleveland, Ohio. I should probably start out with what I’m not: I’m not a cop. I don’t interrogate suspects or chase them with guns. I am not a doctor. I don’t do autopsies or decide cause of death. I am...
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...
Gone With A Handsomer Man by Michael Lee West
Gone With A Handsomer Man by Michael Lee West is the first book in a new "Teeny Templeton" mystery series. Publisher: Minotaur Books, April 2011 Take one out-of-work pastry chef . . . Teeny Templeton believes that her life is finally on track. She’s getting married,...
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Cover Reveal ~ IT’S NOT EVEN PAST by Anna Scotti
With a new publisher and a new introduction, it is my pleasure to present this updated cover with its new look and design, coming October 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: October 20, 2026 Genre: Short Story Crime Fiction Collection Format: Print,...
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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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2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
