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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...

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A Day In My Life ~ Bee Cardello by S.K. Golden

Another Saturday, another soccer game. Bee’s ex was out of town, so she actually got to enjoy their son’s final soccer game alone. Well, enjoy was pushing it, as his team was losing, and the kids were all covered in dirt and grass and sweat and as luck would have it,...

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Beulah McArthur by Jess Montgomery

I’m Beulah McArthur, and I’m Lily Ross’s mama. If you live anywhere around Bronwyn County, you’ve more’n likely heard tell of Lily. She’s Sheriff of Bronwyn County. Took on the job after her husband Daniel, who was sheriff before her, was killed in the line of duty...

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Everly Swan by Bree Baker

Hey, y’all, I’m Everly Swan. I own and operate Sun, Sand and Tea, a lovely beach-themed iced tea shop and café overlooking the shore. Most days I serve twenty flavors of iced tea, along with a number of recipes from my family archives, but the menu changes with the...

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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...

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My Musing ~ Cherry Pies & Deadly Lies by Darci Hannah

Cherry Pies & Deadly Lies by Darci Hannah is the first book in the NEW “Very Cherry” mystery series. Publisher: Midnight Ink, coming June 8, 2018 Crime with a Slice of Cherry Pie Cherry enthusiast Whitney Bloom is furiously baking her way into the heart of Chicago...

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Jack Loves Callie Tender by Peggy Webb

Jack Loves Callie Tender by Peggy Webb is a "Southern Cousins" mystery prequel, companion guide and cookbook. Publisher: Peggy Webb, December 2013 Elvis is back—and he’s giving the lowdown on how his human parents met and got hitched. In this prequel to the popular...

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Takedown Twenty by Janet Evanovich

Takedown Twenty by Janet Evanovich is the 20th book in the "Stephanie Plum" mystery series. Publisher: Bantam, November 2013 Stephanie Plum has her sights set on catching a notorious mob boss. If she doesn’t take him down, he may take her out. New Jersey bounty hunter...

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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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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...

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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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2024 Anthony Award

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2024 Agatha Award

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