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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 ~ Manifesto (AKA Mephisto AKA Devil Dog AKA Leonard), the French Bulldog by Lois Winston
Why so many names for one runt of the litter French Bulldog? Let’s just say, I’m the exception that proves the rule about how you can’t teach an old dog new tricks. At least, that’s what the humans in my life believe. In reality, I’m fully responsible for my...
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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 ~ 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 ~ Steak Through the Heart by Liz Lipperman
Jordan McAllister’s brother, Danny, is in deep trouble and has been jailed in Amarillo. After a night on the town at the local cowboy bar, Danny had awakened in a seedy motel room next to a naked woman with a steak knife protruding from her chest. Since Danny’s...
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My Musing ~ Long Island Iced Tina by Maria DiRico
Long Island Iced Tina by Maria DiRico Series Name: Catering Hall Mystery #2Genre: CozyRelease: February 23, 2021Purchase Link Mia’s newly pregnant friend Nicole plans to hold a shower at Belle View—but Nicole also has to attend one that her competitive (and...
My Musing ~ Murder at the Beacon Bakeshop by Darci Hannah
Murder at the Beacon Bakeshop by Darci HannahSeries Name: Beacon Bakeshop #1Genre: Cozy MysteryRelease: February 23, 2021Purchase Link More interested in kneading dough than adding it up, Lindsey’s breakup inspired her to set up the shop she always wanted in a place...
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New Releases ~ Week of October 8, 2023
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of October 8 – 14, 2023 with three debut series. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! OCTOBER 10 Let It Crow! Let It Crow! Let It Crow! by...
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 ~ Dead Messages by Kristen Brand
I’m happy to share with you the cover reveal for the first book in the NEW "Texts From Beyond" mystery series, coming January 2022. Book SynopsisSydney Farina is having a bad enough week when her boss forces her to go into work on her day off. When she arrives to find...
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Cover Reveal ~ Ivy Get Your Gun by Cindy Brown
It is my pleasure to reveal the cover for the fourth book in the “Ivy Meadows” humorous mystery series, coming May 16, 2017. Title: IVY GET YOUR GUN Series: Ivy Meadows #4 Genre: Humorous Mystery Publisher: Henery Press Website: Cindy Brown There’s a new sheriff in...
Cover Reveal ~ A Room With A Brew by Joyce Tremel
It is my pleasure to reveal the cover for the second book in the “Brewing Trouble” mystery series, coming October 3, 2017. Title: A ROOM WITH A BREW Series: Brewing Trouble #3 Genre: Mystery Publisher: Penguin Random House Website: Joyce Tremel Disaster is on tap in...
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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
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