Features
A Word With Kay Pritchett
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? I have always found unanswered questions intriguing. That trait led me first into literary criticism, where I spent half a lifetime teasing out answers to the...
A Day in My Life ~ Ella Devine by Lori Duffy Foster
When Ella thought of her father’s best friends, she remembered piggyback rides, snowball fights and hot cocoa by the fire on frigid Adirondack nights at the logging camp. She was only three when her father died while breaking a jam on the river and she had no real...
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A Day in My Life ~ Emily Hunter by James L’Etoile
Dru Ann, thanks for letting Emily Hunter return to your blog and guest post today. Emily first appeared in Face of Greed, and she’s returning for the third book in the series, Illusion of Truth. She’s been a fun character to write. She’s smart and a little snarky...
A Word With Marilee Dahlman
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? I love fiction with cozy elements. You can escape the real world! Go to a delightful setting and enjoy a sprinkle of romance! Nothing will be too scary, and you...
Reviews
My Musing ~ HOT WINGS AND HOMICIDE by Carmela Dutra
Dru’s Short Musing: There is no sophomore slump in this delightfully entertaining whodunit where Beth is on the hunt for a murderer. This fast-paced drama with its crisp writing and comfortable tone had my attention from the beginning never letting go until its...
My Musing ~ Trebled Waters by Leah Dobrinska
Dru’s Short Musing: This book was unputdownable, quickly becoming a page-turner as I had to know who was doing what to whom. This well-written, fast paced, and musically inspired whodunit was a fun book to read with its comfortable tone that made it easy to follow...
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My Musing ~ Echo by Tracy Clark
From the award-winning author of Hide and Fall comes a taut tale of renegade justice and long-awaited resolution, bringing the thrilling Detective Harriet Foster series to a heart-stopping conclusion. Hardwicke House, home to Belverton College’s exclusive Minotaur...
My Musing ~ The Case of the Beguiling Brooch by Terry Ambrose
A cryptic message from the dead. An art world full of shadows. Two mysteries intertwine. Don’t miss this exciting second book in the Beachtown Detective Agency series. Private Eye Jade Cavendish thought she was just attending another somber funeral, paying...
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Releases
New Releases ~ Week of August 10, 2025
Searching for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing the week of August 10 – 16, 2025 with three debut series. I hope a few of these books take you on a reading adventure! AUGUST 12 Picking Up the Pieces by J.B. Abbott (Cozy Mystery) *first...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ DREIDELS AND DEAD ENDS by Nancy J. Cohen
Nancy Cohen is a prolific writer and I am thrilled to host her cover reveal for the next book in the “Bad Hair Day” mystery series, coming June 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: June 23, 2026 Series: Bad Hair Day Mysteries, Book 19 Genre:...
Cover Reveal ~ Out of Control by Terry Shames
I’ve been a fan of Terry Shames for several years and enjoy reading the books in the Samuel Craddock series. It is my pleasure to share with you the cover reveal for Terry Shames’ latest book, available now for purchase. Publication Date: November 30,...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ Thicker Than Water by Liz Milliron
I’ve been reading this series from the beginning, and I enjoyed watching Jim and Sally’s relationship progress. So, I’m very excited to host the cover reveal for the next book in Liz Milliron’s mystery series, coming September 2023 and now up for preorder....
Cover Reveal ~ Happiness Is a Warm Gun: Crime Fiction Inspired by the Songs of the Beatles edited by Josh Pachter
I can’t believe this. It’s happening. I’m about to be a published fiction writer! Kristopher Zgorski (BOLO Books) and I wrote a short story together that was inspired by “Ticket to Ride” from the Beatles’ Help! album. This is, for both of...
Extras
Interview with L.A. Chandlar
Author on the Air Global Radio Network invited me, the shy one, to interview the fabulous L.A. Chandlar about her latest release, THE HINDENBERG SPY. We talked about the book, Josephine Baker and of course my favorite building in New York. Listen here on Soundcloud...
Poll: What Device Do You Mostly Use For Social Media?
Polls are fun. So what is the one device you use mostly when accessing social media? If there is anything you would like to add, comment...
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Accolades
2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
