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A Day in My Life ~ Kitty Rossi by Dana Mentink
“Kitty,” my mother laments. “You’re not to be galloping around like a lamb in springtime.” I don’t reply that I’m nothing like a lamb and if there weren’t so many maddening social requirements draining my investigative time, I wouldn’t always be in such a hurry. These...
Get To Know You ~ Shelby Cox by Essie Lang
Shelby Cox first appeared in Trouble on the Books and one of the best ways to learn about a person is by asking questions, so let’s get to know Shelby. What is your full name? Shelby Cox How old are you? 31 What is your profession? Bookseller Do you have a significant...
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Excerpts from Small Town Spin by LynDee Walker
The news doesn’t take sick days. Generally, the number of blocks on a calendar that I don’t work are rarer than comfortable shoes at a runway show. But four hours into a double shot of Claritin and DayQuil on a sunny April afternoon, I still felt like I’d been hit by...
A Conversation with Abigail Podanski by Shannon Baker
How lovely of you to drop by. I get so few opportunities to entertain these days. I do miss luncheons and cocktail parties. But Flagstaff has its own charm, I suppose. Please sit down and I’ll make us some tea. Or would you prefer a glass of Chardonnay? I have to...
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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...
The Holiday Spirit(s) of Lottawatah by Evelyn David
The Holiday Spirit(s) of Lottawatah by Evelyn David is the third short story in the “Brianna Sullivan” mystery series. November 2010 'Tis the season to be jolly and the ghosts of Lottawatah are determined to horn in on the holiday revelry. In "Giving Thanks in...
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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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