Features
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...
Author Showcase with Carmela Dutra
. . .Cozy Mysteries, Coffee, and Chaos My day starts early, usually before the sun is fully awake, but never before my boys. They’re up first, which means I’m stumbling toward the coffeemaker as they cheerfully ask, “What’s for breakfast?” I have a strict Mom doesn’t...
Features
A Word With Deborah J Ledford
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? I’ve loved reading darker themed literature ever since I can remember reading. My tastes later turned more to literary fiction, but the alure of a crime to be...
Get To Know You ~ Kate Sloan by Jackie Layton
Sometimes the best way to know a person is by asking questions, where you can learn more about what makes them tick. Get to know Kate with her answers below. What is your full name? My name is Katherine Wright Sloan How old are you? I’m fifty-three years old. Now 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 ~ Double Twist by Stephanie Rowe
Double Twist by Stephanie Rowe Series Name: Mia Murphy Mystery #1Genre: Cozy, HumorousRelease: May 2022 In this new mystery series from New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Rowe, the irreverent, underappreciated, and alarmingly talented Mia Murphy risks it all...
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My Musing ~ A Witch to Remember by Heather Blake
A Witch to Remember by Heather Blake is the ninth book in the “Wishcraft” cozy mystery series. Publisher: Crooked Lane Books, April 9, 2019. Not even a witch can keep her secrets safe in the sizzling ninth installment of national bestselling author Heather Blake’s...
My Musing ~ The Better Sister by Alafair Burke
The Better Sister by Alafair Burke is a domestic thriller published by HarperCollins, coming April 16, 2019. When a prominent Manhattan lawyer is murdered, two estranged sisters—one the dead man’s widow, the other his ex—must set aside mistrust and old resentments . ....
New
Releases
Week of March 6, 2022
Looking for something to read? Check the list below for some of the new titles releasing during the week of March 6 – 12, 2022 with one debut series. Shadows Reel by C.J. Box (Suspense)A day before the three Pickett girls come home for Thanksgiving, Joe is called out...
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 ~ Fatal Cajun Festival by Ellen Byron
I am thrilled to host the cover reveal for the fifth book in the “Cajun Country” mystery series from Crooked Lane Books, coming September 10, 2019. Author: Ellen Byron Genre: Cozy Mystery Author Website: ellenbyron.com Book Synopsis USA Today bestselling and...
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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
