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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 ~ Jane Treen by Helena Dixon
The first thing I must impress upon you is that any information I provide is covered by the official secrets act. For that reason, my replies may appear evasive or even contradictory. However, there is a war on. Loose lips sink ships, Careless talk costs lives and all...
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A Day In My Life ~ Seneca James by Ruth J. Hartman
Hello there! I’m Seneca James. I run an amazing butterfly farm, Majestic Monarchs, in rural Indiana. At the farm, I raise monarch butterflies to sell to schools, museums, and for people to release at weddings and funerals. The butterflies are my life. Always have...
A Day In My Life ~ Maddie Wilcox by Anne Louise Bannon
December 1, 1872 M. Wilcox Rancho De La Flores Los Angeles, California My dearest Carrie; To think that yesterday, I despaired of finding something to write to you today. It has been a quiet week, with few injuries or serious illnesses. Indeed, my plan was to write to...
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 ~ Mrs. Claus and Santaland Slayings by Liz Ireland
Mrs. Claus and Santaland Slayings by Liz Ireland is the first book in the NEW "April Claus" cozy mystery series, coming September 29, 2020. It's the first Christmas in Santaland for April Claus—but it may also be her last unless she can uncover a villain with a killer...
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My Musing ~ Bearly Departed by Meg Macy
Bearly Departed by Meg Macy is the first book in the NEW “Teddy Bear” mystery series. Publisher: Kensington, May 30, 2017 The Silver Bear Shop and Factory might be the cutest place around, but there’s nothing warm and fuzzy about murder. As manager of the family teddy...
My Musing ~ Sticks and Bone by Carolyn Haines
Sticks and Bones is the 17th book in the “Sarah Booth Delaney” mystery series. Publisher: Minotaur Books, May 2017 Private investigator Sarah Booth Delaney and her friends are celebrating New Year’s Eve at the party of the year, a smashing Winter Garden party at the...
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New Releases ~ Week of April 19, 2020
Here is a list of some of the new releases for April 19-25, 2020 with two new series debut. Hope a few of these new titles will keep you entertained. Enjoy! Shredding The Evidence by Daryl Wood Gerber (Cozy) The denizens of Crystal Cove are salivating over the...
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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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2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
