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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 ~ Liv Wilde by Lynda Allen
Before diving into editing an article on the reproductive habits of emus, I needed an infusion of caffeine. When I met up with my friends Mary and Sophie at Hyperion for our various morning beverages, I had no idea the direction the morning would take. While...
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A Day In My Life ~ Tessa Treslow by Rosalie Spielman
Good morning! Tessa Treslow here. Things are a little crazy right now, but I have a minute to share my day while I wait for the coffee pot to brew. It is cold out there today, but it is November in Northern Idaho, and has been snowing off and on. We’ve got to keep...
A Day In My Life ~ Emily Hunter by James L’Etoile
Dru Ann, thanks for letting Emily Hunter, the lead character from the new series come and guest post today. Emily makes her appearance in Face of Greed and she’s a fun character to write. She’s smart and a little snarky with— Emily: Hey, Writer Boy. You gonna...
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 ~ Dead-End Detective by Amanda Flower
Dead-End Detective by Amanda Flower is the first book in the NEW "Piper and Porter" cozy mystery series, coming August 25, 2020. They were the Two Girls Detective Agency. Now, one of them is dead, and the other is suspected of murder. Darby Piper is in shock. Samantha...
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My Musing ~ Executive Order by Max Allan Collins w/Matthew V. Clemens
Executive Order by Max Allan Collins w/Matthew V. Clemens is the third book in the "Reeder and Rogers" thriller. Publisher: Thomas & Mercer, April 11, 2017 A riveting novel by MWA Grand Master Award winner Max Allan Collins. In Eastern Europe four CIA agents are...
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March 2020 Releases
Here is a list of over 30 new titles from cozies to traditional mysteries to historicals to thrillers and suspense releasing this month, with nine debut series from Jennifer J. Chow, Colin Conway, Kaye George, A R Kennedy, Madeline Leigh, Erica Ruth Neubauer, Jason...
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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2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
