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A Day in My Life ~ Astra MacKenzie by Maddie Day
Hi, everybody! My name is Astra, and I’m Mackenzie Almeida’s mom. My parents named me Edna, but after I got serious about pursuing a career as an astrological consultant, I’m sure you can understand why changing my name was so appealing. I mean, Edna? I’m pretty sure...
A Word With Merida Bass
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? With my math background, I love complex puzzles. I get to craft my own while writing mystery and sci-fi. And by writing series, I can make long, twisted story arcs...
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Let’s Get To Know ~ Valerie Corbin by Leslie Karst
One of the best ways to learn about a person is by asking questions, so let’s get to know Valerie. What is your full name? Valerie Corbin. My grandparents—from whom I derive the surname—were from Marseilles, and “corbin” means “little crow” in old French. Which I...
A Day in My Life ~ Carly Bennett by Jane Haseldine
Do you think I’m crazy? Maybe I am. I’m not sure anymore. All I know in my sudden upside-down world is that I have to leave this faculty bathroom stall to teach my freshman creative writing class. Hold that thought for a sec. I need to take a hit from my inhaler....
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 TOUR TO DIE FOR by Michelle Chouinard
Dru’s Short Musing: When one of Capri’s tour guests sees a crime and the subsequent search yields nothing, things change when a body is later found. The author did a great job in keeping me immersed in all aspects of this well-written multi-plot whodunit with a...
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My Musing ~ Crooked Ways by Tina Whittle
Tai Randolph doesn’t like tailing adulterers. Or photographing cracked sidewalks. Or staking out insurance scammers. But being an apprentice PI means doing what she’s told, filling out paperwork, and following the rules, all the rules. It’s a bit chafing for someone...
My Musing ~ Death at the Scottish Broch by Rose Kerr
Dr. Mia Reid arrives on the Isle of Skye for a summer dig. She learns her friend and trusted colleague, Dr. Ethan Carter, is dead and valuable artifacts are missing. Interpol agent and Mia’s former lover, Luke Forbes, is working the case with the police. They suspect...
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New Releases ~ Week of September 21, 2025
Searching for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing the week of September 21 – 27, 2025 with three debut series. I hope a few of these books take you on a reading adventure! SEPTEMBER 21 Danger in the Desert by CeeCee James (Cozy Mystery) When...
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 ~ Elevator Ride by Bethany Maines
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover for the first book in the NEW rom-com mystery trilogy, coming March 2025 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: March 24, 2025 Publisher: Blue Zephyr Press Format: Print, Digital Name of Series: Valkyrie Brothers...
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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 Series: Rita...
Cover Reveal ~ Wedding Bride And Doom by Mary Karnes
I’m excited to share with you the cover reveal for the first book in the NEW "Wedding Planner" mystery series, coming August 2023 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: August 22, 2023Publisher: Level Best BooksFormat: Print, DigitalName of Series: Wedding...
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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 ~ 2019
When you read as many books as I do each year, it is hard to pick a favorite, but somehow you do recall the books that really resonated with you even after you turned the last page. Here are a few that accomplished that goal, not to discount the others that I fondly...
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2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
