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A Day in My Life ~ Katy Hudson by Mattea Orr
Today it only took me fifteen seconds to tell John I loved him. That’s faster than most of the second-class telegraph clerks in London, certainly faster than all of the women. Almost as quick as the bolt of lightning that killed him. Every morning I transmit the same...
A Day In My Life ~ Marie Tremblay by Sarah Osborne
Chère Reader: My name is Marie Tremblay and I am French-Canadian. Dr. Brown (Ditie) asked if I might tell you something about myself and her latest story, The Art of Murder. I said it would be my pleasure. I live in a French-speaking village along the Saint Lawrence...
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Riley Morgan by Ryan Hoffman
Riley sits down for a question-and-answer session with dru’s book musings so that we, the readers, can get to know him better. What is your full name?Riley Jonas Morgan, but I usually go by Rye or RJ. How old are you?28 What is your profession?I own a bookstore &...
Gertrude Harrow by Tamara Berry
Okay, so my mom is famous. I know what you’re thinking—that must be so cool! you probably get to meet all kinds of interesting people! have you been invited to the Oscars yet?—but she’s not that kind of famous. It’s less glitz and glamor, and more muttering to herself...
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 ~ Deadly Vows by Jody Holford
Deadly Vows by Jody Holford is the second book in the “Britton Bay” cozy mystery series. Publisher: Kensington Books, April 9, 2019. Former Army brat Molly Owens is happily settling into her new life in the seaside town of Britton Bay—and into new her job as...
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My Musing ~ Lies That Bind by Maggie Barbieri
Lies That Bind by Maggie Barbieri is the second book in the “Maeve Conlon” mystery series. Publisher: Minotaur, February 2015 In the acclaimed Once Upon a Lie, Maggie Barbieri introduced Maeve Conlon, a single mother and bakery owner hiding dark secrets behind her...
My Musing ~ The Deep End by Julie Mulhern
The Deep End by Julie Mulhern is the first book in the “Country Club Murders” mystery series. Publisher: Henery Press, February 2015 Swimming into the lifeless body of her husband’s mistress tends to ruin a woman’s day, but becoming a murder suspect can ruin her whole...
Cover Reveals
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
