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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 ~ Mel O’Rourke by Marla A. White
The smell of bacon rouses me from my sleep. I smile. The sun is peaking over the mountain where I own a rustic bed-and-breakfast, birds are chirping, and all is right with the world. It takes me a second to realize someone who isn’t me is in the kitchen making...
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Jill Madison by Susan Van Kirk
When I moved back to my small hometown of Apple Grove, I planned a return to the middle of my family as the youngest sibling with two older brothers in a place where I had enjoyed a nurturing childhood. I left the Chicago art scene as an abysmal failure, unable to...
Miracle “Ricki” Fleur De Lis James-Diaz by Ellen Byron
Do you have a vintage cookbook you love? Maybe one from decades ago, like the 1960s or 1950s or even earlier? A cookbook handed down from your grandmother to your mother to you? And can you sell it to me? Argh, I’m sorry! That was incredibly rude. I have a tendency to...
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 ~ Shattered at Sea by Cheryl Hollon
Shattered at Sea by Cheryl Hollon is the fifth book in the “Webb's Glass Shop” mystery series. Publisher: Kensington, coming August 28, 2018. A Mediterranean cruise gives glass shop owner Savannah Webb a chance to demonstrate her expertise--and fire up her skills when...
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Unholy Matrimony by Peg Cochran
Unholy Matrimony by Peg Cochran is the second book in the “Lucille” mystery series. Publisher: Beyond the Page, March 2014 The hilarious Lucille Mazzarella is back and planning a wedding. But even the worst Bridezilla can’t create the wedding drama she’s about to face...
My Musing ~ The Corpse with the Emerald Thumb by Cathy Ace
The Corpse with the Emerald Thumb by Cathy Ace is the third book in the "Cait Morgan" mystery series. Publisher: TouchWood Editions, April 2014 Criminologist and foodie Cait Morgan was looking forward to her dream vacation in Mexico with her boyfriend Bud Anderson....
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December 2012 Books
December 3, 2012 Last Diner Standing by Terri L Austin December 4, 2012 Murder on the House by Juliet Blackwell Read and Buried by Erika Chase Holiday Buzz by Cleo Coyle And Then You Dye by Monica Ferris A Haunting Dream by Joyce and Jim Lavene Thread on Arrival by...
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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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