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A Day In My Life ~ Molly Stewart by Ruth J. Hartman
Hey, everyone! Molly Stewart here. I’ve been super busy brushing and bathing cats, making them even more gorgeous, if that’s even possible. I love my job and driving from house to house in my mobile cat grooming van to check on my fluffy clients. But using my van...
Get To Know ~ Abe O’Neill by Maddie Day
Abe sits down for a Q&A with dru’s book musings responding to twenty or more questions so we can learn more about him. Are you ready? Let’s get to know Abe. What is your full name? Abraham O’Neill, but only my mother ever calls me Abraham. How old are you? I’m...
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A Day In My Life ~ Kelly Barrow by Wendy Corsi Staub
When I was living in Paris after my second divorce, I spent my days shopping, lunching, and lounging. Then came March 2020, when I was summoned back to my Hudson Valley hometown because my widowed mother was ill. At the time, I thought it was terrible timing....
A Day In My Life ~ Sister Bernadette Ohslon by Melissa Westemeier
Habits are so deeply engrained in my life that I never set an alarm to wake up. Following a morning devotion, tea, and a bagel, I change into sweatpants and a jacket and lace up my sneakers for my daily walk around the neighborhood. I use a pedometer to count my...
Reviews
My Musing ~ No Roast For The Weary by Cleo Coyle
Dru’s Short Musing: As always, Cleo Coyle delivers a knock-out story that I could not put down until the last page was read. In this well-written and fast-paced drama, this mystery comes alive when one of the Village Blend customers becomes entangled in a long-ago...
My Musing ~ Finlay Donovan Digs Her Own Grave by Elle Cosimano
Dru’s Short Musing: In their latest caper, the dynamic duo finds themselves involved with their neighbor in this hilarious, unputdownable drama that will leave you wanting more. A body is found on the grounds of their neighbor Mrs. Haggerty and when Steve become a...
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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,...
My Musing ~ Murder in the Dressing Room by Holly Stars
Dru’s Short Musing: In this debut series, Misty seeks the person responsible for her mentor’s death. This was a fun book where murder is afoot, and the investigation will keep you on your toes. The drama was nicely executed with enough suspense to keep me intrigued...
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New Releases ~ Week of March 16, 2025
Searching for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing the week of March 16 – 22, 2025 with three debut series. I hope a few of these books take you on a reading adventure! MARCH 16 The Route 66 Misfits by CeeCee James (Cozy Mystery) *first...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ It’s Not Even Past by Anna Scotti
It is my pleasure to host the cover reveal for this short story collection, coming June 2025 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: June 23, 2025 Format: Print, Digital Genre: Short Story Crime Fiction Collection Author Website: annakscotti Book Synopsis A...
Cover Reveal ~ Switcheroo by E.J. Copperman
I am a fan of E.J. Copperman from his series "Haunted Guesthouse" to "Asperger’s Mystery" to "Mysterious Detective" to "Agent to the Paws" to "Jersey Girl Legal Mystery" and to his "Fran and Ken" series, which is why I’m so excited to share with you the cover for...
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Cover Reveal ~ Candle With Care by Valona Jones
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover for the next book in the “Magic Candle Shop” mystery series, coming February 2025 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: February 11, 2025 Format: Digital (Print to follow) Name of Series: Magic Candle Shop 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...
Extras
Anthony Award For Best Short Story
I was nominated with my friend, Kristopher Zgorski for our first published short story, TICKET TO RIDE that is featured in the "Happiness Is a Warm Gun: Crime Fiction Inspired by the Songs of The Beatles" edited by Josh Pachter. And... We won an Anthony Award For...
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Mystery KensiCon East 2024
Join Kensington Books and Jabberwocky Books for Mystery KensiCon in Groveland, MA! When: May 18, 2024, from 10AM-3PM EST Where: Langley-Adams Library 185 Main Street Groveland, MA 01834 Event: All day panels, book sales, author signings, and raffles! Authors...
I’m an Agatha Award Nominee by Dru Ann Love
This happened. . . Being a first-time writer was an unexpected endeavor and to be honored like this is mind-blowing. Thanks to all who nominated me and Kristopher's story. Congratulations to all the...
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Accolades
2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
