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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...
A Day In My Life ~ Fran Lightfoot by Cindy Keen Reynders
I’ve always been the black sheep of the family, you know, living on the edge and doing my best to get some well-deserved attention. Let me tell you, it wasn’t easy because my older sister, Lucy, seemed perfectly in tune with what Mom and Dad wanted in a daughter. I...
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A Word With Gabriel Valjan
Why do you write the genre that you write?I write what I would call historical noir. My short stories are contemporary, but I set in my novels in the near or distant past. There is a mystery because I feel that mystery engages readers, makes them an active participant...
Meg Daniels by Jane Kelly
My name is Meg Daniels, and I would have to say that, at this point, I am a full-time amateur sleuth. I do work sometimes. I mean at a job. A real job. I just spent several years serving as a concierge to celebrity guests at a Bahamian resort. That was a real job...
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 ~ Jane Darrowfield, Professional Busybody by Barbara Ross
Jane Darrowfield, Professional Busybody by Barbara Ross is the first book in the NEW “Jane Darrowfield” cozy mystery series. Publisher: Kensington Books, coming June 25, 2019. Available only at Barnes & Noble until June 30, 2020. Jane Darrowfield is a year into...
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My Musing ~ Murder with a Twist by Tracy Kiely
Murder with a Twist by Tracy Kiely is the first book in the NEW “Nic & Nigel” mystery series. Publisher: Midnight Ink, May 2015 Visiting New York to attend a cousin's birthday gala, Nic and Nigel Martini are looking forward to cocktails with old friends and a...
My Musing ~ One Foot in the Grape by Carlene O’Neil
One Foot in the Grape by Carlene O'Neil is the first book in the NEW "Cypress Cove" mystery series. Publisher: Berkley Prime Crime, May 2015 In California wine country, the town of Cypress Cove may seem peaceful. But someone’s about to pop their cork. After losing her...
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New Releases: Week of January 21, 2018
Here are eight new titles for your reading pleasure. From Bella Books, Brakelight Press, HarperCollins, Kathi Daley Books, Level Best Books, Lyrical Underground, Mona Marple, Opus Nine Books Two debut series (Mona Marple, Keenan Powell) One debut author (Mona...
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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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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
