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A Word With G.M. Malliet

Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . .   Why do you write the genre that you write? I like stores that have a beginning, middle, and end. I like surprises when they’re clever and not contrived, and I enjoy the puzzle of the mystery genre....

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Keri Isles by Cathy Perkins

Tell the readers about your typical day. Okay. . . Which life? I’m Keri Isles. The only thing I can tell you for certain is I haven’t killed anyone. Not exactly the character reference I’d highlight on my resume. I’d love to tell you about a day in my former life....

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A Word With Diane Vallere

Why do you write the genre that you write?I write what I like to read: mysteries with quirky characters and a touch of romance. That puts me in cozy/humorous mystery territory. My first published book features a former fashion buyer who gave up her career to move back...

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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 ~ The Clock Strikes Nun by Alice Loweecey

The Clock Strikes Nun by Alice Loweecey is the fourth book in the “Giulia Driscoll” humorous mystery series. Publisher: Henery Press, May 2017 When terrified Elaine Patrick knocks on Driscoll Investigations’ door and insists her house is haunted, Giulia Driscoll’s...

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A Spoonful of Murder by Connie Archer

A Spoonful of Murder by Connie Archer is the first book in the new "Soup Lover's" mystery series. Publisher: Berkley Prime Crime, August 2012 Winter is big business in small-town Snowflake, Vermont. Tourists arrive to hit the ski slopes--and what could be more...

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Allergic to Death by Peg Cochran

Allergic to Death by Peg Cochran is the first book in the new “Gourmet De-Lite” mystery series. Publisher: Berkley Prime Crime, August 2012 Preparing calorie-conscious meals for the dieters of Woodstone, Connecticut, Gigi Fitzgerald knows a cheater when she sees one....

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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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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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