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Let’s Get to Know ~ Emma Stewart by Shelley Marsh
Emma Stewart sits down for a Q&A with dru’s book musings responding to ten or more questions so we can learn more about her. Are you ready? Let’s get to know Emma. What is your full name? Emma Jane Stewart. I don’t really put it out there often, because I think...
A Day in My Life ~ Homicide Detective Ian Grant by T.C. LoTempio
A typical day in my life? Well, that could consist of many things, depending on the circumstances. I’m Homicide Detective Ian Grant, and what seems typical to me might seem quite exciting to you, so here goes. I’m a Senior Homicide Detective on the Philadelphia...
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A Word With Darlene Dziomba
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? I was at Bouchercon Toronto, listening to a panel of authors who each had a protagonist in a dog-related profession. I was volunteering at a no-kill animal...
A Day in My Life ~ Mavis MacDonald by Cathy Ace
Sometimes I wonder why we called our business The WISE Enquiries Agency, because I’m no’ feeling too clever this morning; not enough sleep…apprehensive about being away. When the four of us sat in that pub in London, years back, wondering what we’d do with...
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 ~ For Duck’s Sake by Donna Andrews
Dru’s Short Musing: When a skeleton is found in Rob’s new house, Meg is on the case. Mischief and mayhem abound in this well-written and fast-paced whodunit that was loads of fun. A cold case, a missing person, and the search for answers propel this sharply defined...
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My Musing ~ A New Lease on Death by Olivia Blacke
Death is only the beginning in Olivia Blacke’s A New Lease on Death, a darkly funny supernatural mystery that introduces an unlikely crime-solving duo. Ruby Young’s new Boston apartment comes with all the usual perks. Windows facing the brick wall of...
My Musing ~ Sleep in Heavenly Pizza by Mindy Quigley
Sleep in Heavenly Pizza is the fourth book in Mindy Quigley’s delectable Deep Dish Mystery series, set in a Wisconsin pizzeria. Pizza chef Delilah O’Leary and her kitty companion, Butterball, get into the holiday spirit as Geneva Bay, Wisconsin hosts the...
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New Releases ~ Week of July 20, 2025
Searching for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing the week of July 20 – 26, 2025. I hope a few of these books take you on a reading adventure! JULY 21 A Murder on the Mountain by Ellie Alexander (Cozy Mystery) *previously published as...
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 ~ Cutting Remarks by Christine Falcone
I’m happy to host the cover reveal for the next book in Christine Falcone’s mystery series, coming November 2024 and will be up for preorder soon. Publication Date: November 26, 2024 Publisher: Level Best Books Format: Print, Digital Name of Series: Melanie Bass,...
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Cover Reveal ~ Something Borrowed, Something 90% Dark by Amber Royer
I’m excited to host the cover reveal for the next book in Amber Royer’s mystery series, coming September 2023 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: September 12, 2023Publisher: Golden Tip PressFormat: DigitalName of Series: Bean to BarNumber in Series: Book...
Cover Reveal ~ The Legend of Acorn Hollow by Maureen Klovers
I am happy to host the cover reveal for the next book in the “Rita Calabrese Culinary Cozy” mystery series, coming August 2023 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: August 30, 2023Publisher: Chesapeake Book/AmazonFormat: Print, DigitalName of...
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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...
A Year In Books ~ 2020
I have read over 250 books thus far and the year isn’t over. When picking out one favorite book, it just can’t be done because every book touches you differently and it simply hard to choose. However, there are books that truly resonate with you and...
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2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
