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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...
Get To Know You ~ Vandy Myrick by Delia Pitts
Vandy sits down for a question-and-answer session with dru’s book musings so that we can learn more about what makes her tick. Let’s see what she has to say. What is your full name? Evander Myrick. I’m named after my father. Until they meet me, most clients assume I’m...
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Maddie Swallows by Kat Bellemore
I wake up in a strange bed. A house that’s not mine. An empty place next to me where my husband used to lie. Ex-husband, I remind myself. I’m back in my hometown, my two teenagers sleeping down the hall. When I glance at my phone I see four missed calls, all from my...
A Word With Carlene O’Connor
Why do you write the genre that you write?It was originally an offer from my publisher asking if I wanted to write a cozy murder mystery series for him set in England. I told him I did not know enough about England to set a murder mystery there but then I paused and...
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 ~ ‘Twas The Knife Before Christmas by Jacqueline Frost
'Twas The Knife Before Christmas by Jacqueline Frost is the second book in the “Christmas Tree Farm” mystery series. Publisher: Crooked Lane Books, coming November 13, 2018 It’s out of the cupcake tin, into the fire for Holly White’s best friend, Caroline. Can Holly...
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Book Clubbed by Lorna Barrett
Book Clubbed by Lorna Barrett is the 8th book in the “Booktown” mystery series. Publisher: Berkley Prime Crime, July 2014 New York Times bestselling author Lorna Barrett is back in town—Booktown, that is—with another page-turning mystery. This time bookstore owner...
My Musing ~ Supreme Justice by Max Allan Collins
Supreme Justice by Max Allan Collins; published by Thomas & Mercer, July 2014 After taking a bullet for his commander-in-chief, Secret Service agent Joseph Reeder is a hero. But his outspoken criticism of the president he saved—who had stacked the Supreme Court...
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December 2014 Books
December 1 Bones on the Bayou by Carolyn Haines - Sarah Booth Delaney short story Blue Avenue by Michael Wiley - Daniel Turner #1 *new series* December 2 Murder, Served Simply by Isabella Alan - Amish Quilt Shop #3 Keeper of the Castle by Juliet Blackwell - Haunted...
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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
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