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A Day in My Life ~ Kitty Rossi by Dana Mentink
“Kitty,” my mother laments. “You’re not to be galloping around like a lamb in springtime.” I don’t reply that I’m nothing like a lamb and if there weren’t so many maddening social requirements draining my investigative time, I wouldn’t always be in such a hurry. These...
Get To Know ~ Blanche Murninghan by Nancy Nau Sullivan
Sometimes the best way to know a person is by asking questions, where you can learn more about what makes them tick. Let’s see what Blanche has to say with her answers below. What is your full name? Blanche “Bang” Murninghan. I got the nickname, Bang, somewhat...
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A Day In My Life ~ Maggie Lawson by Daryl Wood Gerber
Hello, everyone. I’m Maggie Lawson, the dean of Pelican University. If you’re not familiar with Pelican, it’s a boutique liberal arts college in New Orleans. Prior to this position, I was the chair of the English department at Tulane. Prior to that, I was a crime-beat...
Get To Know You ~ Veronica Walsh by Jeanne Quigley
Veronica sits down for a question-and-answer session with dru’s book musings. What is your full name? Veronica Anne Walsh How old are you? Since fifty is the new thirty, I’m in my mid-thirties. Ha! I’m 54. What is your profession? I’ve enjoyed two careers. I was an...
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 ~ Where’s There a Will by Judy Penz Sheluk
Where’s There a Will by Judy Penz Sheluk is the third book in the "Glass Dolphin" traditional mystery series, coming November 10, 2020. Emily Garland is getting married and looking for the perfect forever home. When the old, and some say haunted, Hadley house comes up...
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My Musing ~ Blessed are the Peacemakers by Kristi Belcamino
Blessed are the Peacemakers by Kristi Belcamino is the fifth book in the "Gabriella Giovanni" mystery series. August 2017 Gabriella Giovanni has it all. A stunning penthouse in San Francisco. An exciting job on the crime beat. A doting and movie-star handsome husband...
My Musing ~ Brooklyn Wars by Triss Stein
Brooklyn Wars by Triss Stein is the fourth book in the "Erica Donato" mystery series. Publisher: Poisoned Pen Press, August 2017 From the earliest days of the Republic until the administration of LBJ, the Brooklyn Navy Yard was, proudly, both an arsenal of democracy,...
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New Releases ~ Week of July 5, 2020
Here is a list of some of the new releases for July 5 - July 11, 2020. Hope a few of these new titles will keep you entertained. Enjoy! Witch This Way by Carolyn Ridder Aspenson (Cozy) Welcome to Holiday Hills, where there is magic & mystery in the air. I wear...
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: Small Town Spin by LynDee Walker
I am SO EXCITED to be here today to show off the cover for the third novel in my "Headlines in High Heels" mystery series! Thanks so much for having me, Dru Ann! This book is near to my heart for many reasons, not the least of which is that part of the subject matter...
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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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