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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...
A Day In My Life ~ Valerie Corbin by Leslie Karst
Aloha, all, I’m Valerie Corbin. My wife Kristen and I moved to the Big Island of Hawai‘i from Los Angeles four months ago, after falling in love with the place on our vacation here the previous spring. (Yes, that trip did include a few hitches—not the least of which...
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A Day In My Life ~ Pentunia Yoder by Patricia Johns
My name is Pentunia Yoder, and I’m the youngest old maid in all of Blueberry County. Ask anyone. I’m mouthy, opinionated, and I stick my nose where it doesn’t belong. That’s what’s keeping me single, I’ve been told. I’m completely and hopelessly unmarriageable. But...
A Day In Our Life ~ Judith and Keith Campbell by Catriona McPherson
Judith: My husband snores and steals the blankets and God help us if he eats cabbage, but he’s very kind. He brings me a cup of tea in bed every day and how many women can say that? Keith (whispering): I love my wife. She’s a splendid woman. But she’s not one to keep...
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 ~ A Sew Deadly Cruise by Lois Winston
A Sew Deadly Cruise by Lois Winston is the ninth book in the "Anastasia Pollack Crafting" mystery series, coming October 1, 2020. Life is looking up for magazine crafts editor Anastasia Pollack. Newly engaged, she and photojournalist fiancé Zack Barnes are on a winter...
Reviews
My Musing ~ The Tell-Tale Tarte by Maya Corrigan
The Tell-Tale Tarte by Maya Corrigan is the fourth book in the “Five Ingredients” mystery series. Publisher: Kensington, June 27, 2017 It s a cold January in the Chesapeake Bay area, but Cool Down Cafe manager Val Deniston has plenty to sweat over like catering a book...
My Musing ~ The Clock Strikes Nun by Alice Loweecey
The Clock Strikes Nun by Alice Loweecey is the fourth book in the “Giulia Driscoll” humorous mystery series. Publisher: Henery Press, May 2017 When terrified Elaine Patrick knocks on Driscoll Investigations’ door and insists her house is haunted, Giulia Driscoll’s...
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New Releases ~ Week of May 3, 2020
Here is a list of some of the new releases for May 3-9, 2020 with one new series debut. Hope a few of these new titles will keep you entertained. Enjoy! A Murderous Misconception by Lorraine Bartlett/Gayle Leeson (Cozy) Katie Bonner loses her lunch—literally—when her...
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,...
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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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