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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 ~ Iris Stanford by Hannah Dennison
I think I’m in love! Unfortunately, I’m in love with the same man in the village who all the other spinsters and widows of a certain age seem to be in love with. The man in question is the rather delicious, Call-me-Danny Pritchard – our new vicar (he likes to be...
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Marcie Rayner by J.C. Eaton
Occupation: Minnesota P.I. and former Crime Statistician When I gave up my position as a crime statistician at St. Paul Community College to work as an investigative assistant for my late father’s former partner, I expected a few murders to waft my way. I also...
Alexis Winston by Kathryn Long
My name is Alexis Winston. I am a screen writer for a popular television show, or I should say was a writer. Just like I was also the show’s researcher, until budget cuts and younger views pushed me out the door. (My views are considered old? Good grief. I’m only...
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 ~ Wildcat by Sara Paretsky
Wildcat by Sara Paretsky is V. I. Warshawski's First Case short story. Publisher: Witness Impulse, March 7, 2017 Sara Paretsky, one of the most legendary crime writers of all time, presents an exclusive and thrilling short story featuring beloved investigator V.I....
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Fashion Faux Paw by Judi McCoy
Fashion Faux Paw by Judi McCoy is the sixth book in the “Dog Walker” mystery series. Publisher: Obsidian (Penguin), March 2012 It's Fashion Week in New York and Ellie's in charge of the dogs' modeling outfits that match their mommy-mdoels for a fashion competition....
The Magic Line by Elizabeth Gunn
The Magic Line by Elizabeth Gunn is the fourth book in the “Sarah Burke” mystery series. Publisher: Severn House Publishers, March 2012 On a hot afternoon in Tucson, Arizona, Detective Sarah Burke arrives at the scene of a mass shoot-out: a home invasion has gone...
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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
