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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...
Let’s Get To Know ~ Babs Norman by Elizabeth Crowens
Babs Norman sits down for a Q&A with dru’s book musings responding to ten or more questions so we can learn more about her. Are you ready? Let’s get to know Babs. What is your full name? Barbara Ann Norman, but I hate being called that. Just call me Babs Norman,...
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A Day In My Life ~ Amber Jamison by Michelle Gagnon
(aka Emily Austin. And Jane Campbell. And…well, you get the picture) Professional liar, semi-retired con artist, and unfortunately popular among serial killers Today started like any other: with me waking up next to a woman whose name I didn’t know and a tattoo I...
A Day In My Life ~ Charlie Calderbank by Cindy Goyette
Life has pulled the rug out from under me. I’d finally gathered the nerve to follow my dream of becoming a cop. That meant conquering the grueling hiring process—the applications, written tests, interviews, polygraph, medical clearance and physical abilities testing....
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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 ~ Wedding Bride And Doom by Mary Karnes
Wedding Bride And Doom by Mary Karnes Series Name: Wedding Planner Mystery Book #1Genre: CozyRelease: August 22, 2023Format: Print, Digital California wedding planner, Kate Ludlow, moves back home to New England after her marriage implodes. In tow is her teen daughter...
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My Musing ~ Jane Darrowfield and the Madwoman Next Door by Barbara Ross
Jane Darrowfield and the Madwoman Next Door by Barbara Ross is the second book in the "Jane Darrowfield" cozy mystery series, coming October 27, 2020. This title is available only at Barnes & Noble through 10/26/2021 Jane Darrowfield is using her retirement years...
My Musing ~ Love Power by Martha Reed
Love Power by Martha Reed is the first book in the NEW "Crescent City New Orleans" traditional mystery series, coming October 19, 2020. Disgraced ex-police detective Jane Byrne is on the run. After surviving a brutal excessive force civil lawsuit that scarred her with...
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New Releases Coming Soon ~ August 2023
Here is a list of over 70 new titles representing major genres such as cozy mysteries, traditional mysteries, historical mysteries, and others releasing this month, with nine debut series. As always, I hope there is a new title to suit everyone’s personal taste. Enjoy...
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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 ~ A Fatal Overture by Kathleen Marple Kalb
I’m excited to share with you the cover reveal for the next book in the "Ella Shane" mystery series, coming March 2022 and is up for preorder. Book SynopsisThe adventures of swashbuckling opera singer Ella Shane continue! In February, 1900, the mother and aunts of...
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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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