Features

A Word With Karen Rose Smith

Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . .   What drew you to the genre you write? I began reading mysteries and romances from the time I was able. I remember going to the bookstore and I couldn’t wait for the newest Nancy Drew mystery. I began...

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A Word With Misty Simon

Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . .   What drew you to the genre you write? I love the justice and the community, but let's be honest here, killing people on the page is some of the best therapy ever! What’s the quirkiest quirk one of...

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Features

A Day In My Life ~ William Penn by Kathleen Bailey

Thanks, Mr. Penn, for speaking with me about your relationship with your daughter, Olivia. Call me Bill, and I’m happy to do so. Before I agreed to this interview, I checked with Olivia, and she gave me the green light—on the condition that I don’t share anything...

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A Day In My Life ~ Holly White by Jacqueline Frost

People like to ask me, “Holly, what was it like growing up on a Christmas tree farm?” My answer has always been, and will always be, “magical.” I can’t help it, it’s just true. I love Christmas and everything about it, from my mom’s homemade cookies, cakes, and...

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Reviews

Reviews

My Musing ~ In The Blink Of A Pie by Catherine Bruns

USA Today bestselling author Catherine Bruns is back with the third installment in the "delightfully sweet" Maple Syrup Mysteries, transporting readers back to the cozy town of Sugar Ridge, Vermont, where things are bound to go from sweet, to sour. It's...

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My Musing ~ Fondue or Die by Korina Moss

In Korina Moss's Fondue or Die, the lazy, hazy, dairy days of summer are coming to a close in the Sonoma Valley. . . and so is someone’s life. The small town of Yarrow Glen’s neighbor, Lockwood, hosts an annual Labor Day weekend bash: Dairy Days. And Willa Bauer...

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New
Releases

New Releases

New Releases ~ Week of October 27, 2024

Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of October 27 – November 2, 2024 with two debut series. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! OCTOBER 27 Dead Without a Hitch by Kat...

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Cover Reveals

Cover Reveal ~ Cutting Remarks by Christine Falcone

I’m happy to host the cover reveal for the next book in Christine Falcone’s mystery series, coming November 2024 and will be up for preorder soon. Publication Date: November 26, 2024 Publisher: Level Best Books Format: Print, Digital Name of Series: Melanie Bass,...

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Cover Reveals

Extras

Macavity 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 the Macavity Award For...

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Extras

Kensington Giveaway 2023 – #10

Thanks to the publisher,  Three winners of two Catie Murphy signed books: DEAD IN DUBLIN DEATH ON THE GREEN To stake a claim on this giveaway, leave a comment below telling me what is your favorite genre and why. The books will be shipped directly from the...

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Kensington Giveaway 2023 – #9

Thanks to the publisher,  One winner of Kathleen Marple Kalb book: A FATAL OVERTURE by Kathleen Marple Kalb To stake a claim on this giveaway, leave a comment below telling me if you've read any books by Kathleen Marple Kalb. The books will be shipped directly from...

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About

The reclusive figure of Dru reportedly spends her working hours at the mysterious daytime situation doing “research.” Her non-working hours are spent less reclusively on her blog, dru’s book musings where the main goal is to introduce readers to authors and their work.

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Accolades

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2024 Anthony Award

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2024 Agatha Award

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2017 MWA Raven Award

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