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A Day in My Life ~ Madelyn Garcia Castillo by Lizbeth Lipperman
Hi, I'm Madelyn Garcia Castillo. If my name sounds familiar, it's probably because I was the rookie cop who got framed for murder in JAILHOUSE GLOCK. A wannabe gangster ended up dead in a jail cell, my gun was used, and I nearly traded in my badge for an orange...
A Day in My Life ~ Ken Goode and Katrina Chopin by Caitlin Rother
Ken Goode: When I walked into Piatti that night, I had no idea my life was about to change so dramatically. There she was, a beautiful brunette with stunning hyacinth blue eyes who didn’t even know how beautiful she was. Something about her made me want to tell her...
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Let’s Get To Know ~ Marketta Davis by Arlene Kay
One of the best ways to learn about a person is by asking questions, so let’s get to know Marketta Davis. What is your full name? Marketta Davis How old are you? 26 What is your profession? Artist and cosmetic entrepreneur. I’d hoped for artistic fame but resigned...
A Day in My Life ~ Paco and Molly LeSoto by Rosemary and Larry Mild
...Opening Chapter Molly left her two canes in the car and, instead, hooked her hand into the crook of Paco’s strong left arm, content that he would keep her steady and upright until they got through the supermarket door. Inside, Molly wedged herself onto one of...
Reviews
My Musing ~ STAKEOUTS AND STROLLERS by Rob Phillips
Dru’s Short Musing: A newly minted private investigator’s first case though solved, spirals into a second case that brings danger to himself and his new client. This well-written and non-stop action-packed drama introduced us to Charlie Shaw, his wife, his boss,...
My Musing ~ POISON AND POOCHES by Sandra Balzo
Dru’s Short Musing: What do you do when the house you inherited has a dead body under the floorboard? If you are Arial Kingston, you look for clues under the guise of meeting your new neighbors. This was a well-written whodunit with crisp writing and a comfortable...
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My Musing ~ Sex And Death On The Beach by Elaine Viets
Dru’s Short Musing: Norah McCarthy will do all that is needed when a body is found on her property. From the first page to the finale, I was immersed in all aspects, quickly becoming a page-turner as I had to know how this was going to end. In this well-written...
My Musing ~ No One Was Supposed to Die at This Wedding by Catherine Mack
Dru’s Short Musing: Attending a destination wedding on an island with an approaching storm spells trouble and indeed it does when first Eleanor Dash’s bestie gets a cryptic note, and then later Eleanor finds a body and thus begins the search for a killer in this...
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Releases
New Releases ~ Week of September 28, 2025
Searching for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing the week of September 28 – October 4, 2025 with two debut series. I hope a few of these books take you on a reading adventure! SEPTEMBER 29 Death on the Shelf by Kat Finn (Cozy Mystery)...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ WEDDING JITTERS AND STORMY RIVERS by Dense Swanson
Denise Swanson is a prolific writer with over 35 published books in her catalog, and I’ve enjoyed reading them all. It is now my pleasure to share with you the cover for the next book in the "Scumble River" mystery series, coming in February 2026 and now available...
Cover Reveal ~ Lavender Lies Bleeding by Leslie Budewitz
Since the release of Death Al Dente in 2013, I’ve been a fan of Leslie’s work, reading all of the books in her two cozy series, as well as her suspense titles. It is my honor to host the next book in her “Spice Shop” mystery series, coming July 2025 and now up for...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ The Courtesan’s Pirate by Nina Wachsman
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover for the next book in Nina Wachsman’s mystery series, coming September 2024 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: September 3, 2024 Publisher: Level Best Books Format: Print, Digital Name of Series: Venice Beauties...
Cover Reveal ~ Tallowed Ground by Valona Jones
I’m happy to host the cover reveal for the next book in Valona Jones’ mystery series, coming Month 2024 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: September 10, 2024 Publisher: Muddle House Publishing Format: Digital, Print to come soon Name of Series: Magic Candle...
Extras
Interview with L.A. Chandlar
Author on the Air Global Radio Network invited me, the shy one, to interview the fabulous L.A. Chandlar about her latest release, THE HINDENBERG SPY. We talked about the book, Josephine Baker and of course my favorite building in New York. Listen here on Soundcloud...
Coming Soon ~ New Series / More Books
Look for. . . An Amateur Sleuth's Guide To Murder by Lynn Cahoon, the first in a new series set in Bainbridge, Washington, folllows a woman who return home after a broken engagement with one skill set and one desire - to solve crimes like Nancy Drew, but now...
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Kensington Cozy Con in San Diego ~ November 16 – 17, 2019
Kensington is having a two-day event with Mysterious Galaxy and their sister store, Creating Conversations, in the LA area and San Diego. About 15 authors are going to each. The Cozy Con is free and open to the public. You can sign up for the con...
2019 Top Mystery Blog
In other news dru's book musings was selected by Anuj Agarwal and his team as one of the Top 50 Mystery Blogs and Websites For Mystery Lovers and Authors. dru's book musings placed 27th on the list. Click here for the full list of mystery book...
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2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
