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A Word With Tracy O’Shields
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? I've always loved mysteries. When my sister and I were little, she would dress up like Sherlock Holmes—the Basil Rathbone version—and we'd make up mysteries to...
A Day in My Life ~ Caroline Cosgrave by Stephanie Gaunt
I’ve been asked to write a ‘Day in the Life’ piece. Yes, me, Caroline Cosgrave! Should I write about myself as I was before the traumatic events, or as I am now? It’s difficult. There I was, reluctant President of the Compton Perceval Women’s Institute, in a same-sex...
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Get To Know ~ Poly Monroe by Diane Vallere
Sometimes the best way to know a person is by asking questions, where you can learn more about what makes them tick. Let’s see what Poly has to say with her answers below. What is your full name? Polyester Monroe, but I go by Poly (for obvious reasons!) I earned my...
A Day In My Life ~ Claire Conover by Margaret Fenton
Hello again. Claire Conover here. I am so excited to be back at Dru’s Book Musings. I’ve been here before, but it has been several years, I think. I’m excited to update everyone on everything. I am still a child welfare social worker for the Jefferson County...
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 ~ Last But Not Leashed by Eileen Brady
Last But Not Leashed by Eileen Brady Series Name: Dr. Kate Vet Mystery #2Genre: CozyRelease: September 6, 2022 In the second installment of this animal-themed cozy series, Dr. Kate Turner has one New Year's resolution: Stop finding corpses. . . All Dr. Kate Turner...
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My Musing ~ A Call to Charms by Denise Swanson
A Call to Charms by Denise Swanson is the first book in the NEW "Forever Charmed" cozy paranormal mystery series, released September 3, 2019. Chocolate, men, and magic. Who can turn down that inheritance? * * * If life had gone as she planned, Lexie Green would have...
My Musing ~ Christmas Cow Bells by Mollie Cox Bryan
Christmas Cow Bells by Mollie Cox Bryan is the first book in the NEW "Buttermilk Creek" cozy mystery. Publisher: Kensington Books, coming September 24, 2019. The first novel in Mollie Cox Bryan’s brand new mystery series, set in the Blue Ridge Mountains, will keep you...
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Releases
Week of July 24, 2022
Looking for something to read? Check the list below for some of the new titles releasing during the week of July 24 – 30, 2022 with two debut series. Something Fishy This Way Comes by Gabby Allan (Cozy)Since returning home from mainland California and finding her...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ ESSENTIALS OF HOMICIDE by Kim Davis
I am excited to share with you the cover for the next book in the “Aromatherapy Apothecary" mystery series, coming September 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: September 8, 2026 Series: An Aromatherapy Apothecary Mystery, Book 3 Genre: Cozy Mystery...
Cover Reveal ~ A Deadly Inside Scoop by Abby Collette
I am so excited to share with you the cover for the first book in the new "Ice Cream Parlor" mystery series from Penguin Random House, coming May 2020. Book Synopsis This book kicks off a charming cozy mystery series set in an ice cream shop—with a fabulous cast of...
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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
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