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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 ~ Ivy Rose by Ivanka Fear
Life is good. Life is quiet. The past is in the past, where it’s been for the last thirteen years. The beach town of Port Ripley, with its glorious sunsets over the lake, has been my sanctuary, keeping me safe. But that’s about to change. I love the new life I’ve...
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A Day In My Life ~ Sage Winslow by Valona Jones
The day started out right… (My twin sister, Tabby, usually gets the spotlight but I insisted it was my turn. She graciously stepped aside because this is my story to tell.) We were busy at All Good Things Nursery. It was mid-December and Savannah’s mild temperatures...
A Day In My Life ~ Scarlett Gardner by Samara Yew
Hello, and welcome to Palm Trees and Page Turners Bookshop! My name is Scarlett, and I would love to help find the perfect beach read for your vacation in sunny Southern California. I opened my bookshop on the beach a few months ago, but my original plan was derailed...
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 ~ The Falcon Always Wings Twice by Donna Andrews
The Falcon Always Wings Twice by Donna Andrews is the 27th book in the "Meg Langslow" traditional mystery series. Publisher: Minotaur Books, coming August 4, 2020. A new side-splitting Meg Langslow mystery from award-winning, New York Times bestselling author of Terns...
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My Musing ~ Dying for a Diamond by Cindy Sample
Dying for a Diamond by Cindy Sample is the sixth book in the "Laurel McKay" humorous mystery series, published January 2017 Warm breezes, tropical seas, a handsome new husband? What more could a girl dream of? When newlyweds Laurel McKay and Tom Hunter embark on their...
My Musing ~ Death in Advertising by Laura Bradford
Death in Advertising by Laura Bradford is the first book in the NEW "Tobi Tobias" mystery series. Publisher: Lyrical Underground, February 7, 2017 When Tobi Tobias decided to open her own ad agency, having to moonlight in a pet shop wasn’t part of her vision . . . of...
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January 2020 Releases
Here is a list of over 30 new cozies, traditional mysteries, thrillers and suspense titles releasing this month, with four debut series from Kate Collins, Lee Goldberg, Candace Havens, and Gina LaManna. January 1 Lost Hill by Lee Goldberg (Eve Ronin) *new series*...
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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
