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A Word With L.B. Phillips
Now it’s time to learn more about the authors we read. . . What drew you to the genre you write? Florida did. I'm a Gulf Coast kid at heart — and even now, writing from the Tennessee mountains, it's still the place that owns my imagination: funny and...
A Day In My Life ~ Linda Burton by Joan Havelange
I have to admit I’ve been a wee bit naïve. My aunt Violet would say I’ve been more than a wee bit. I have been house-sitting and looking after Gertrude, a cat in this sweet little country town. And it’s Gertrude that has gotten me into this dilemma. Well, the word...
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Crystal Rainey by ML Erdahl
Crystal Rainey 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 Crystal. What is your full name?Crystal Rainey How old are you?27 Years Old What is your...
Lily Ross by Jess Montgomery
Thank goodness for pockets. That may sound funny, coming from a woman, but over the past two years as Sheriff of Bronwyn County, here in the foothills of Appalachia in Ohio, and as a widowed mother, I’ve really come to appreciate some of the smaller details that make...
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 ~ Bitter Harvest by Wendy Tyson
Bitter Harvest by Wendy Tyson is the second book in the "Greenhouse" mystery series. Publisher: Henery Press, March 2017 Megan Sawyer should be shouting from the barn roof. Washington Acres survived its first year, the café has become a hotspot for locals, and...
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The Probability of Murder by Ada Madison
The Probability of Murder by Ada Madison is the second book in the "Professor Sophie Knowles" mystery series. Publisher: Berkley Prime Crime (Penguin), March 2012 Dr. Sophie Knowles is a professor with a way of making even the most complex math problems fun for her...
Mix-up In Miniature by Margaret Grace
Mix-up In Miniature by Margaret Grace is the sixth book in the "Miniature" mystery series. Publisher: Perseverance Press, April 2012 Geraldine Porter is thrilled to meet bestselling author and miniatures enthusiast Varena Young. The celebrity seems to seek friendship...
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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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2024 Anthony Award
2024 Agatha Award
