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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...
A Day in the Life ~ Annabel Rowe by Karen Odden
Beginning when I was six and Edwin was nine, years before Edwin became an opium addict and an art forger, he taught me how to paint, with patience and humor, despite my father’s protestations that it was a waste of his time. Edwin and I both knew I didn’t have his...
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A Day in the Life of Amelia Marcus by Elaine Viets
“Amelia, you are not wearing that skirt to school,” my mom said. “Your cheeks are hanging out.” “Mom, that’s gross!” My new hot pink bubble skirt was cute. “Not as gross as that skirt,” my mom said. I sighed. Mothers just don’t get it. My name is Amelia Marcus. I’m...
A Day in the Life of Tony Abernathy by Barbara Graham
I am not lazy. At least I’m not as lazy as the editor and owner of our twice a week newspaper claims I am. As the sheriff of Tennessee’s smallest county, by population, I work hard. It never occurred to me that dealing with the citizens would be so difficult....
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...
Showdown in Mudbug by Jana DeLeon
Showdown in Mudbug by Jana DeLeon is the third and final book in the "Ghost-In-Law" mystery romance series. Publisher: Love Spell, July 2010 Who Killed Helena Henry? Actually, considering her past, a better question would be: who didn't want her dead? Prying, spying,...
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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
