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A Word With Liz Lipperman
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? I've always loved mysteries and thrillers both in books and TVs. At first, I thought I was a romance writer, but my agent let me know in no uncertain terms that I...
A Word With Kelly Oliver
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . Why do you write the genre that you write? That’s a bit of a story! In my day job, I’m a philosophy professor. About eight years ago, I had a sabbatical and I wanted to write a novel (don’t tell...
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Nora Charles by T.C. LoTempio
Nora Charles sits down for a Q&A with dru’s book musings responding to twenty or more questions so that we can learn more about her. Are you ready? Let’s get to know Nora. What is your full name?Nora Myrna Charles. My parents were fans of the actress who played...
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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My Musing ~ HARD CANDY CHRISTMAS by Susan M. Boyer
Dru’s Short Musing: When her father becomes a suspect in the death of his brother-in law, Liz and Nate are on the case to find the person responsible before the Christmas holiday starts. Like fine wine, the stories presented to us by Susan M. Boyer gets better and...
My Musing ~ Marathon by Brian Freeman
Marathon by Brian Freeman is the eighth book in the "Jonathan Stride" mystery series. Publisher: Quercus, May 2017 On a rainy June morning, tens of thousands of people crowd into Duluth for the city's biggest annual event: the Duluth Marathon. Exhausted runners push...
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Death, Taxes, and Extra-Hold Hairspray by Diane Kelly
Death, Taxes, and Extra-Hold Hairspray by Diane Kelly is the third book in the “Death and Taxes” romantic mystery series. Publisher: St. Martin’s Paperbacks, June 2012 When you’re an agent for the IRS, it’s always tax time. And this season, Tara is up to her neck in...
Grace Among Thieves by Julie Hyzy
Grace Among Thieves by Julie Hyzy is the third book in the "Manor House" mystery series. Publisher: Berkley Prime Crime, June 2012 As curator and manager of the Marshfield Manor, Grace Wheaton is delighted to be part of the estate’s magnificent history, but no one...
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Cover Reveal ~ DEVIL ON DICKENS ISLAND by Allison Brook
It is my pleasure to host the cover reveal for the next book in Allison Brook's mystery series, coming in July 2027 from Rowan Prose Publishing and now up for preorder. Publication Date: July 20, 2027 Series: A Books On The Beach Mystery, Book 2 Genre: Cozy Mystery...
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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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