Features
A Word With Craig Robertson
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? Crime fiction was always my go to reading so I guess it was natural that was what I wanted to write. My mother read me Agatha Christie as bedtime stories from...
Author Showcase ~ Home, Home on the Page by Catriona McPherson
I like writing about houses and the house in The Dead Room – St Helen’s – is an important character. When my protagonist Lindsay buys it and moves in she’s got high hopes for a fresh start. No spoilers, of course, but here’s the jacket which is a clue about how...
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A Day in My Life ~ Julia Lynn by Erica J Whelton
My name is Julia Grace Lynn, and I spend my days living in a dead woman’s house. That probably sounds grim. It isn’t. Or at least, most days it isn’t. I’m a doctoral candidate in history, currently in Galveston, Texas on a Historic...
Let’s Get To Know ~ Valerie Corbin by Leslie Karst
One of the best ways to learn about a person is by asking questions, so let’s get to know Valerie. What is your full name? Valerie Corbin. My grandparents—from whom I derive the surname—were from Marseilles, and “corbin” means “little crow” in old French. Which I...
Reviews
My Musing ~ ODE TO THE BONES by Carolyn Haines
Dru’s Short Musing: This was an engaging read from the first page to its intensified conclusion. So much is going on in Sarah Booth’s world and discovering betrayals where she least expect it highlights the greatness of this series. The mystery was nicely...
My Musing ~ MURDER IN MANHATTAN by Julie Mulhern
Dru’s Short Musing: Reporter about town, Freddie Archer, is on the case when she becomes entangled in a murder investigation. This was a fast-paced, character driven, and a nicely executed whodunit with crisp writing making it easy to follow the path the author has...
Reviews
My Musing ~ POISON AND POOCHES by Sandra Balzo
Dru’s Short Musing: What do you do when the house you inherited has a dead body under the floorboard? If you are Arial Kingston, you look for clues under the guise of meeting your new neighbors. This was a well-written whodunit with crisp writing and a comfortable...
My Musing ~ A TOUR TO DIE FOR by Michelle Chouinard
Dru’s Short Musing: When one of Capri’s tour guests sees a crime and the subsequent search yields nothing, things change when a body is later found. The author did a great job in keeping me immersed in all aspects of this well-written multi-plot whodunit with a...
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Releases
New Releases ~ Week of January 25, 2026
Searching for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing the week of January 25 – 31, 2026. I hope a few of these books take you on a reading adventure! JANUARY 25 Wrong Time by Blake Pierce (Thriller) When Denver’s citizens become...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ WORKING VACATIONS WILL KILL YOU by Kathleen Marple Kalb
I am excited to share with you the cover for the first book in the NEW “Roscoe Gang” mystery series, coming April 2027 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: April 6, 2027 Series: A Roscoe Gang Mystery, Book 1 Genre: Cozy Mystery – Culinary...
Cover Reveal ~ Flamed Out by Valona Jones
I am happy to host the cover reveal for the latest book in Valona Jones’ mystery series, coming October 2025 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: October 14, 2025 Format: Digital (Print to follow) Name of Series: A Magic Candle Shop Mystery ~ Book 5...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ Candle With Care by Valona Jones
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover for the next book in the “Magic Candle Shop” mystery series, coming February 2025 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: February 11, 2025 Format: Digital (Print to follow) Name of Series: Magic Candle Shop Mystery...
Cover Reveal ~ Murder At Cape Costumers by Maddie Day
Maddie Day is one of my favorite and prolific authors, and I’m so excited to share with you the cover reveal for the next book in her endearing mystery series, coming August 2025 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: August 26, 2025 Format: Print, Digital...
Extras
Interview with L.A. Chandlar
Author on the Air Global Radio Network invited me, the shy one, to interview the fabulous L.A. Chandlar about her latest release, THE HINDENBERG SPY. We talked about the book, Josephine Baker and of course my favorite building in New York. Listen here on Soundcloud...
Kensington Giveaway 2023 – #4
Thanks to the publisher, One winner of a Lee Hollis signed set: POPPY HARMON AND THE HUNG JURY DEATH OF A BLUEBERRY TART MURDER AT THE BAKE SALE MURDER AT THE PTA To stake a claim on this giveaway, leave a comment below telling me why you love to read Lee Hollis...
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Poll: How do you get dru’s book musings posts?
Inquiring mind wants to know how do you get dru’s book musings...
Sisters in Crime Podcast Interview with Dru Ann Love
A few months ago, I was invited by Julie Hennrikus to be a guest on the SinC Writer’s Podcast. We had a great conversation about my reading and blogging foray in the crime fiction community. Click HERE to hear the...
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Accolades
2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
