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Author Showcase ~ BEAUTIFUL BUT DEADLY BURBANK by James T. Bartlett
The affectionately backhanded compliment “Beautiful Downtown Burbank” was coined on Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In, and made legendary by Johnny Carson on his Tonight Show. Long the home of movie studios and production companies, Burbank is over the hill from Hollywood...
A Day in My Life ~ Park Ranger Maudy Lorso by Eloise Corvo
“Martin Short, get your fuzzy butt back here!” Pulling his leash back, the scruffy dog stops short, letting the squirrel live another day. Covered in squelching mud, he holds his shaggy head high, nose leading the way to downtown Stone’s Throw, our little Lake...
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A Word With Seren Star Goode
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? From the time I could turn on the TV I’ve loved British Mysteries—strong characters, scandalous clues, and a deep sense of place. They shaped how I think about...
A Day in My Life ~ Raven Burns by Faye Snowden
I’m a homicide detective who sends a prayer up every time I approach a body in my small, crime-ridden hometown of Byrd’s Landing, Louisiana. “Please don’t let it be anybody I know,” I ask the universe. My prayers are seldom granted. I usually keep it together by...
Reviews
My Musing ~ MURDER AT THE TOY SOLDIER by Maddie Day
Dru’s Short Musing: Not again! Mac finds the body of a toy store worker slumped over and the Cozy Capers Book Group are on the case. This fast-paced and well-written drama with its comfortable tone was quickly consumed by me as I had to know how this was going to turn...
My Musing ~ A ZAPPY LITTLE CHRISTMAS by Paula Charles
Dru’s Short Musing: When her employee becomes a prime suspect in a Pine Bluff resident’s death, Dawna is on the case to prove her innocence. This was a fun book with crisp writing, a comfortable tone and a fast-paced whodunit that I could not put down until all was...
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My Musing ~ Axe Me No Questions by Paula Charles
Dru’s Short Musing: This well-executed whodunit with its comfortable tone kept me on my toes from beginning to end. The author knows how to tell a story that kept me immersed in all that was happening. Finding a dead body sets the stage in this engaging drama as Dawna...
My Musing ~ Frightened to Depths by K.B. Jackson
Dru’s Short Musing: Someone is murdered aboard the Thalassophile of the Seas and once again, Charlotte finds the body at sea and becomes involved in the investigation, since one of the prime suspects hits a bit closer to home. This was a well-written, action-packed,...
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New Releases ~ Week of October 19, 2025
Searching for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing the week of October 19 –25, 2025 with two debut series. I hope a few of these books take you on a reading adventure! OCTOBER 20 Candy Canes and Crimes by Lisa Siefert (Cozy Mystery) Ava Decker...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ MURDER ON FLESHER PASS by K.L. Borges
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover for the next book in the "Montana Animal Rescue" mystery series, coming in October 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: October 14, 2026 Series: A Montana Animal Rescue Mystery, Book 2 Genre: Cozy Mystery...
Cover Reveal ~ Murder At Cape Costumers by Maddie Day
Maddie Day is one of my favorite and prolific authors, and I’m so excited to share with you the cover reveal for the next book in her endearing mystery series, coming August 2025 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: August 26, 2025 Format: Print, Digital (Audio...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ Murder And Misdirection by Sarah Osborne
I’m happy to host the cover reveal for the next book in Sarah Osborne’s mystery series, coming September 2023 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: September 15, 2023Format: Print, DigitalName of Series: Ditie BrownNumber in Series: Book #6Genre: Cozy...
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. Publication...
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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...
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 those are the...
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2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
