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A Day in My Life ~ Katy Hudson by Mattea Orr
Today it only took me fifteen seconds to tell John I loved him. That’s faster than most of the second-class telegraph clerks in London, certainly faster than all of the women. Almost as quick as the bolt of lightning that killed him. Every morning I transmit the same...
Get To Know You ~ Daphne Templeton by Bethany Blake
Daphne Templeton first appeared in Death by Chocolate Lab and one of the best ways to learn about a person is by asking questions, so let’s get to know Daphne. What is your name? Daphne Templeton How old are you? 31 What is your profession? I run a pet sitting...
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A Day in the Life of District Court Judge Deborah Knott by Margaret Maron
Oh, good glory in the morning! How did it get to be the middle of December so quickly? Between holding court five days a week—too many miscreants celebrating early with too much booze, not to mention all those holiday shoppers who use their 5-finger discounts instead...
A Day In Mayor Dae O’Donnell’s Life by Joyce and Jim Lavene
I lead an ordinary life most of the time. I get up early and go to bed early. Once in a while, things get crazy, like now with the elections. I’m running for mayor against Mad Dog Wilson who’s determined to bury me. And, of course, this was the anniversary of my...
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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...
Stuck on Murder by Lucy Lawrence
Stuck on Murder by Lucy Lawrence is the first book in the new "Decoupage" cozy mystery series. Publisher: Berkley Prime Crime (Penguin), September 2009 The picturesque town of Morse Point may be a small dot on the New England landscape, but the decoupage class at...
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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
