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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 Word With Linda Norlander
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? I love putting the puzzle pieces together in a mystery whether I’m reading it or writing it. What’s the quirkiest quirk on of your characters has? Liza Johnson in...
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A Word With Ruth J. Hartman
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? Before writing cozy mysteries, I wrote a lot of contemporary romance and historical romance. But since I loved reading mysteries more than romance, it made sense to...
A Day In My Life ~ Gwen Stevens by Erica Wynters
My name is Gwen Stevens, and I love Halloween. Not creepy, horror movie type Halloween. I love little kids dressed up as princesses, pirates, and cute ghosts. I love the way my small town of Star Junction dives into the holiday headfirst. I love candy. Yes, I’m not...
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 ~ The Hidden One by Linda Castillo
The Hidden One by Linda Castillo Series Name: Kate Burkholder Mystery #14Genre: SuspenseRelease: July 5, 2022 The discovery of an Amish bishop's remains leads chief of police Kate Burkholder to unearth a chilling secret in The Hidden One, a new thriller from...
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My Musing ~ Sconed To Death by Lynn Cahoon
Sconed To Death by Lynn Cahoon is the fifth book in the “Cat Latimer” cozy mystery series. Publisher: Kensington Books, June 2019. Cat Latimer pursues a scone-cold killer who iced a top chef in a local bakery . . . Cat has a full plate at her Aspen Hills Warm Springs...
My Musing ~ Jane Darrowfield, Professional Busybody by Barbara Ross
Jane Darrowfield, Professional Busybody by Barbara Ross is the first book in the NEW “Jane Darrowfield” cozy mystery series. Publisher: Kensington Books, coming June 25, 2019. Available only at Barnes & Noble until June 30, 2020. Jane Darrowfield is a year into...
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Releases
Week of May 15, 2022
Looking for something to read? Check the list below for some of the new titles releasing during the week of May 15 – 21, 2022 with four debut series. Lies, Spies, and the Baker's Surprise by Terry Ambrose (Cozy)The wedding of Seaside Cove Bed & Breakfast owner...
Cover Reveals
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,...
Sneak Peek with Carolyn Haines
Check out this sketch for the upcoming Sarah Booth Delaney book, The Devil’s Bones, coming in May 2020. The author was so excited about this sketch and wanted to share this process with her fans. Full color version will be revealed soon. So, what do you think? I for...
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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
