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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 ~ Emma Stewart by Shelley Marsh
Occupation: Estate Sale Maven by Trade, Amateur Sleuth by Accident You can tell a lot about a person based on the contents of their medicine cabinet. I’m not talking about snooping on someone while using their bathroom at a dinner party. It’s part of my job. My name...
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Get To Know ~ Clark Thomas by Caleb Wygal
Clark Thomas sits down for a question-and-answer session with dru’s book musings so that we can learn more about what makes him tick. Let’s see what Clark has to say. What is your full name? Clark Beauregard Thomas (My middle name comes from my mom's favorite Muppet)...
A Day In My Life ~ Charlie Trammell by Kyra Davis Lurie
The white paper looks nice against the white linen tablecloth. Like it belong here, in this restaurant, in this hotel, in this city. The woman at the next table is laughing at something her companion said, it’s the laugh of someone who just heard about the failings of...
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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 ~ Syrup To No Good by Catherine Bruns
Syrup To No Good by Catherine Bruns Series Name: Maple Syrup Mystery Book #2Genre: CozyRelease: October 31, 2023Format: Print, Digital Only a sap would try to ruin a bride's special day… Spring has finally come to Sugar Ridge, Vermont, and with it the end of...
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My Musing ~ A Side of Murder by Amy Pershing
A Side of Murder by Amy PershingSeries Name: Cape Cod Foodie #1Genre: CozyRelease: February 23, 2021Purchase Link Samantha Barnes was always a foodie. And when the CIA (that’s the Culinary Institute of America) came calling, she happily traded in Cape Cod for the Big...
My Musing ~ Murder My Past by Delia C. Pitts
Murder My Past by Delia C. PittsSeries Name: Ross Agency #5Genre: Private Investigator MysteryRelease: February 16, 2021Purchase Link Harlem private eye SJ Rook wants to forget his past. Ex-soldier, ex-drunk, ex-tramp are titles he's eager to bury. He's building a new...
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New Releases ~ Week of October 1, 2023
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of October 1 – 7, 2023 with one debut series. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! OCTOBER 1 The Dangers of Gingerbread Cookies by Laura...
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 ~ Two Parts Sugar, One Part Murder by Valerie Burns
I am thrilled and excited to share with you the cover reveal for the first book in the NEW "Baker Street" mystery series, coming August 2022. Book SynopsisIn this delectable new cozy mystery series, social media maven Maddy Montgomery’s perfectly ’grammable life has...
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Cover Reveal ~ Dark Signal by Shannon Baker
I'm excited to reveal the cover for the second book in the “Kate Fox” mystery series, coming October 17, 2017. Title: DARK SIGNAL Series: Kate Fox Genre: Mystery Publisher: Forge Books Website: Shannon Baker Dark Signal by Shannon Baker is the second installment in...
Cover Reveal ~ Blu Heat by David Burnsworth
It is my pleasure to reveal the cover for the novella that introduces Blu Carraway, the main character in a new series Henery is launching in September. Title: BLU HEAT Release: March 28, 2017 Genre: Mystery Publisher: Henery Press Website: David Burnsworth A man...
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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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