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A Word With Greta Sinclair
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? Growing-up I loved reading the Nancy Drew and Hardy Boys Mystery series. Later in life, I loved reading Agatha Christie. How did you come up with your pseudonym?...
A Day in My Life ~ Kate Rowan by Vanessa Westermann
As I settle back against my pillows, I feel a twinge of guilt. I should be reading a new release for the bookstore’s newsletter. Crime fiction has always been my go-to in a reading slump, but reality broke my heart and there’s nothing like Jane Austen to heal it. A...
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A Day in My Life ~ Mia Reid by Rose Kerr
Occupation: Archaeologist Hi everyone, Mia Reid here! I’m back home in Lakeview City. It’s Canada’s largest city population-wise, and it’s located on the shores of Lake Ontario. Although the city is big, where I live and work feels like a small neighborhood. I’m close...
Let’s Get To Know ~ Rev. Wanda Duff by Maria Mankin & Maren C. Tirabassi
One of the best ways to learn about a person is by asking questions, so let’s get to know Rev. Wanda. What is your full name? I'm Wanda Duff, nee Wanda R. Bates. Only twenty-six girls in the United States received the Polish name 'Wanda' in 2024, though the Marvel...
Reviews
My Musing ~ MURDER AT THE TOY SOLDIER by Maddie Day
Dru’s Short Musing: Not again! Mac finds the body of a toy store worker slumped over and the Cozy Capers Book Group are on the case. This fast-paced and well-written drama with its comfortable tone was quickly consumed by me as I had to know how this was going to turn...
My Musing ~ Grave Word by Gerri Lewis
Dru’s Short Musing: When her friend becomes a person of interest, Winter starts investigating and finds herself in precarious situations. The author did a great job presenting this whodunit with a comfortable tone making it easy to follow along. I liked how this...
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My Musing ~ The Secret Ingredient to Murder by Terry Ambrose
In Seaside Cove, every truffle has a dark side. The peaceful paradise of Seaside Cove gets a rude awakening when the home of newcomers Tyler Winkle and his spirited niece, Veronica Campbell, gets turned upside down. The only thing missing? The family’s secret...
My Musing ~ Off the Air by Christina Estes
Equal parts thought-provoking and entertaining, Off the Air introduces Jolene Garcia in Emmy Award–winning reporter Christina Estes's Tony Hillerman Prize–winning debut. Jolene Garcia is a local TV reporter in Phoenix, Arizona, splitting her time between covering...
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New Releases ~ Week of May 11, 2025
Searching for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing the week of May 11 – 17, 2025 with three debut series. I hope a few of these books take you on a reading adventure! MAY 12 A Wedding and A Murder by Vickie Carroll (Cozy Private Investigator...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ MURDER ON FLESHER PASS by K.L. Borges
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover for the next book in the "Montana Animal Rescue" mystery series, coming in October 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: October 14, 2026 Series: A Montana Animal Rescue Mystery, Book 2 Genre: Cozy Mystery...
Cover Reveal ~ Farewell Performance by Donna Huston Murray
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover reveal for Farewell Performance, coming June 2024 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: June 25, 2024 Publisher: Ravenhill Press Format: Print (June 4, 2024), Digital (June 25, 2024) Name of Series: Ginger Barnes,...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ Bake Offed by Maya Corrigan
I’m happy to share with you the cover reveal for the next book in the "Five-Ingredient" mystery series, coming November 2022 and now up for preorder. Book SynopsisManaging a fitness club café and collaborating on recipes with her grandfather are Val Deniston’s usual...
Cover Reveal ~ Magic is Murder edited by Donna Andrews, Barb Goffman, and Marcia Talley
I’m excited to share with you the cover reveal for the next book in the "Chesapeake Crimes" anthology series, coming August 2022 and now up for preorder. Book SynopsisMagic is Murder features sixteen crime/mystery short stories involving magic. We have tales with...
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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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2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
