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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 ~ Butterball the Cat by Mindy Quigley
They say Delilah O’Leary is the main character of the Deep Dish Mysteries, but let’s be clear: I, Butterball, have more main character energy than just about anyone. Chonky, majestic, and sharper than a good Wisconsin cheddar, I’m technically “only” a cat, but...
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A Word With J.C. Kenney
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? I’ve always been a fan of traditional mystery fiction. I like cozy mysteries for the whodunnit aspect. It’s fun to follow along with the story to find out who the...
A Day In My Life ~ Darcy the Labrador Retriever by Kara Lacey
Slurp “Nooooo.” My human moans and pulls the blanket over her face. This is the way we start every day. I yawn my loudest, most dramatic yawn, and rest my snout on the bed. When she pushes the blanket back down, I’ll be ready. I’ll give her another lick and do that...
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 ~ Photo Finished by Christin Brecher
Photo Finished by Christin Brecher Series Name: Snapshot of NYC Mystery #1Genre: CozyRelease: October 25, 2022 The first in Christin Brecher's new cozy mystery promises photo taking fun—and satisfying sleuthing—set in New York City, featuring Liv Spyer, a millennial...
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My Musing ~ A Small Town Can Be #Murder by Julie Seedorf
A Small Town Can Be #Murder by Julie Seedorf is the first book in the "Whistle Stop" cozy mystery series. Publisher: Skye Bridge Publishing, coming December 21, 2019 A decrepit Victorian house in the small town of Whistle Stop, Minnesota, drew Angel Delaight to...
My Musing ~ Thin Ice by Paige Shelton
Thin Ice by Paige Shelton is the first book in the NEW "Alaska Wild" traditional mystery series. Publisher: Minotaur Books, coming December 3, 2019. Beth Rivers is on the run – she’s doing the only thing she could think of to keep herself safe. Known to the world as...
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Releases
Week of September 25, 2022
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of September 25 – October 1, 2022 with two debut series. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! Murder on the Poet's Walk by Ellery Adams...
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 ~ Shuntoll Road by Leslie Wheeler
I am excited to share with you the cover for the next book in the "Berkshire Hilltown" mystery series from Encircle Publications, coming May 2020. Book Synopsis It’s June in the Berkshires, a beautiful time when everything is lush and green. Boston library curator...
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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
