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A Day in My Life ~ Ginevra Bishop by Kate Westbury
The daily tabulation of my usual activities within the hallowed halls of St. Mildred’s College is not for the faint of heart: The hunt for rationed marmalade at breakfast, the mad dash for the warmest corner of the lecture hall, the wrestling over grammar with my...
The Role of Setting in Cozy Mysteries by Jenny Forwark
Creating the Perfect Atmosphere Cozy mysteries have a unique charm that draws readers into a world where danger lurks, yet the atmosphere remains inviting. The setting is crucial, enhancing the story, shaping characters, and engaging readers. In this...
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A Day In My Life ~ Maeve Cleary by Jill Piscitello
You need some time off. Your boss doesn’t appreciate you. Your clients are energy vampires. You don’t need that job. The first three statements made by my fiancé, Greyson, were quite accurate. The third? Not so much. Since leaving my event coordinator position, the...
A Word With Deborah Blake
Why do you write the genre that you write?I write the books I want to read. When I was in the mood for paranormal romance and urban fantasy, that’s what I wrote. When I needed something lighter, I wrote cozy mysteries. It also depends on what story comes to me… What’s...
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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 ~ Here Comes the Body by Maria DiRico
Here Comes the Body by Maria DiRico is the first book in the NEW "Catering Hall" cozy mystery series. Publisher: Kensington Books, coming February 25, 2020 After her philandering husband’s boat went down, newly single Mia Carina went back to Astoria, the bustling...
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My Musing ~ The Calamity Café by Gayle Leeson
The Calamity Café by Gayle Leeson is the first book in the NEW “Down South Café” mystery series. Publisher: Penguin Random House, June 2016 Aspiring chef and small-town Virginia native Amy Flowers is ready to open her own café offering old-fashioned Southern food. But...
My Musing ~ Éclair and Present Danger by Laura Bradford
Éclair and Present Danger by Laura Bradford is the first book in the NEW “Emergency Dessert Squad” mystery series. Publisher: Penguin Random House, June 2016 With her rent rising faster than her pie crust, bakery owner Winnie Johnson had hoped to be rescued by an...
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New Releases ~ Week of March 3, 2019
Here are five new books, with one debut series, on my list releasing this week for your reading pleasure. Broken Bone China by Laura Childs ~ Theodosia Browning serves tea and solves crimes in Charleston, a city steeped in tradition and treachery in the latest Tea...
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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
