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A Day in My Life ~ Dot Taylor by Misty Simon
Hi there! I’m Dot. I’m in town to check out a retirement village because I want to move closer to my son. I’ve finally admitted he’s not coming back to our little hamlet outside Pittsburgh and has instead started making a completely different life in Central...
A Day in My Life ~ Maxine Gerimatter by Tish Bouvier
I used to think life slowed down after eighty. Turns out, it just changes its pace. I lived in my little brick cottage on the corner of Maple and Vine, brewed my morning coffee strong enough to melt a spoon, and tended my rose bushes like they were old friends. Then...
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A Day In My Life ~ Eliza Baker by Kelly Oliver
I toss the book into the bin. I’m no expert on detective fiction, but I know the author is expected to play fair with the reader. And Mrs. Agatha Christie is not playing fair. Standing at the stove, I tap the side of the coffee pot with one finger. Still warm. I give...
A Word With Katherine H. Brown
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? I’ve always gravitated toward mystery since I read my first Nancy Drew book. The exhilaration of collecting the clues and trying to solve things before the...
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...
My Musing ~ A Wealth of Deception by Trish Esden
A Wealth of Deception by Trish Esden Series Name: Scandal Mountain Antiques Mystery #2Genre: TraditionalRelease: April 18, 2023Format: Print, Digital, and Audio Danger, art, and a touch of romance collide in Trish Esden’s second exquisitely crafted Scandal Mountain...
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My Musing ~ Lowcountry Boondoggle by Susan M. Boyer
Lowcountry Boondoggle by Susan M. Boyer is the ninth book in the "Liz Talbot" private investigator mystery series. Publisher: Henery Press, June 30, 2020. Private investigators Liz Talbot and Nate Andrews thought they’d put Darius Baker’s troubles to rest—then his...
My Musing ~ Game of Dog Bones by Laurien Berenson
Game of Dog Bones by Laurien Berenson is the 25th book in the "Melanie Travis" canine mystery series. Publisher: Kensington Books, coming June 30, 2020. Standard Poodle owner Melanie Travis is an excellent judge of dogs—and people. But what happens when an unnamed...
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Releases
Coming Week of March 26, 2023
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of March 26 – April 1, 2023 with one debut series. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! The Perfect Staging for Murder by Kathleen Bridge...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ MANCINI BLUE by Maggie Toussaint
I am excited to share with you the cover for the first book in the NEW "Art Studio" mystery series, coming October 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: October 13, 2026 Series: An Art Studio Mystery, Book 1 Genre: Cozy Paranormal Mystery Format: Print,...
Cover Reveal ~ The Art of Betrayal by Connie Berry
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover reveal for the next book in the "Kate Hamilton" mystery series, coming June 2021. Book SynopsisAmerican antique dealer Kate Hamilton's spring is cut short when a body turns up at the May Fair pageant. Spring is a magical...
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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
