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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 ~ Merry Bingham by Susan Breen
Have you ever done something you knew was a bad idea, but you just had to do it anyway? I’m Merry Bingham and that’s exactly how I felt when I climbed on to the roof of my Victorian house to put up my vintage Rudolph the Reindeer sleigh set. Yes, I know I’m...
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A Day In My Life ~ Clark Thomas by Caleb Wygal
I had the feeling when I woke up this morning that today was going to be a day like no other. Yesterday was the same. It was the first time I’ve ever been shot at. The bullet missed and the killer was apprehended shortly thereafter, but I can still hear where it...
A Day in My Life ~ Chloe Essex by Lou Collins
Where do I even begin? You might think life in a picturesque village like Speckled Hill would be all scones and serenity, but it’s more like dodging bullets in a pastel cardigan. Quaint and idyllic? The perfect retirement spot? Not likely. Here I am, hitting the big...
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 Locked Room by Elly Griffiths
The Locked Room by Elly Griffiths Series Name: Ruth Galloway Mystery #14Genre: TraditionalRelease: June 28, 2022 Pandemic lockdowns have Ruth Galloway feeling isolated from everyone but a new neighbor—until Nelson comes calling, investigating a decades-long string of...
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My Musing ~ Murder’s No Votive Confidence by Christin Brecher
Murder's No Votive Confidence by Christin Brecher is the first book in the NEW “Nantucket Candle Maker” cozy mystery series. Publisher: Kensington Books, coming June 25, 2019. Nantucket candle store owner Stella Wright specializes in creating unique candles for every...
My Musing ~ Belinda Blake and the Snake in the Grass by Heather Day Gilbert
Belinda Blake and the Snake in the Grass by Heather Day Gilbert is the first book in the NEW “Exotic Pet-Sitter” cozy mystery series. Publisher: Kensington Books, coming June 25, 2019. When exotic pet-sitter Belinda Blake moves into a carriage house in tony Greenwich,...
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Releases
Week of May 8, 2022
Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of May 8 – 14, 2022 with four debut series. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! The Shadow of Memory by Connie Berry (Historical)As Kate Hamilton plans her upcoming...
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,...
Cover Reveal ~ Have A Deadly New Year by Lynn Cahoon
I am excited to host the cover reveal for the first novella in the "Farm-to-Fork" mystery series from Kensington Books, coming December 3, 2019. Title: Have A Deadly New Year Name of Series: Farm-to-Fork Number in Series: 1.5 Novella Genre: Cozy Mystery Author: Lynn...
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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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