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A Day in My Life ~ Rainbow Sanderson by Margaret Mizushima
I love the early morning! I’m Rainbow Sanderson, and I work for the Timber Creek County Sheriff’s Department in Timber Creek, Colorado. I live outside of town in a log cabin on the edge of the creek that the town and county are named for. I rise before dawn, write in...
Author Showcase ~ I Love A (Mardi Gras) Parade by Ellen Byron
As a student at Tulane University, I adored Mardi Gras parades. But watching a parade drunk from the sidelines as you yell, “Throw me something, mister!” is far different from belonging to one of the krewes that sponsor the parades and man the floats. When I decided...
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A Day in My Life ~ Ibby Russell by Carol J. Perry
I’m Isobel Margaret Russell. Most folks call me “Ibby” I’m a pushing seventy, happily single, part-time research librarian. I live in the fine old house in Salem, Massachusetts where I was born. It’s a big house, and sometimes I rent a few upstairs rooms to short time...
A Day in My Life ~ Charlie “Bones” Bohannon by Jeff Tanner
Breakfast at the Tremont Beacon Hill mansion is much better than the porridge Mrs. Mulcahey serves in her Northie boarding house. Especially when Mary runs in unexpectedly, her kimono pulled tight. She’s chased by her equally beautiful sister, Katherine, demanding a...
Reviews
My Musing ~ A FIELD GUIDE TO DEATH & DECEIT by Michelle L. Cullen
Dru’s Short Musing: In the latest adventures with Harry and Emma, they get involved when a friend is scammed out of their livelihood. Scammers beware because Harry and Emma are on the case. This engaging read had me immediately immersed in all that was happening in...
My Musing ~ HOOK, LINE, AND MURDER by GG Calpo
Dru’s Short Musing: A group of retired teachers, wary of getting justice for their former student, begin an investigation to find the person responsible for her murder and what a can of worms that was opened. This was a nicely executed whodunit that I could not put...
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My Musing ~ MURDER AT BLACKWOOD INN by Penny Warner
Dru’s Short Musing: This is an intriguing whodunit that I could not put down, quickly becoming a page-turner. Getting a new start on her life, Carissa joins her two eccentric aunts in managing their new B&B. Little did she know the words “haunted” will apply...
My Musing ~ SILENT WITNESS by Liz Milliron
Dru’s Short Musing: A walk through the park should be leisurely, but not this time when a lost girl is discovered and her mother has been murdered. Was she a witness? Jim investigates and of course Sally gets involved. This is a well-written and evenly paced drama...
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New Releases ~ Week of March 15, 2026
Searching for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing the week of March 15 – 21, 2026 with three debut series. I hope a few of these books take you on a reading adventure! MARCH 15 A Not So Perfect Proposal by Lily Stirling (Humorous Mystery) A...
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 ~ HOUSE OF SPELLS AND SECRETS by Ivy Cassidy
Melissa Bourbon writing as Ivy Cassidy is a prolific author and I’m thrilled to host the cover reveal for her latest work, coming March 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: March 24, 2026 Format: Print, Digital Genre: Historical Fantasy Author Website:...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ Elevator Ride by Bethany Maines
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover for the first book in the NEW rom-com mystery trilogy, coming March 2025 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: March 24, 2025 Publisher: Blue Zephyr Press Format: Print, Digital Name of Series: Valkyrie Brothers...
Cover Reveal ~ Out of Control by Terry Shames
I've been a fan of Terry Shames for several years and enjoy reading the books in the Samuel Craddock series. It is my pleasure to share with you the cover reveal for Terry Shames' latest book, available now for purchase. Publication Date: November 30, 2024 Publisher:...
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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...
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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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 blogs.
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