Words from Stella Wild by Sherry Harris

Apr 29, 2016 | A Day In My Life

All Murders Final!I’m Stella Wild and to tell you the truth, a day in my life would probably bore you to death. That is until Sarah Winston moved into the empty apartment in the old house I converted to a four-plex. Pre-Sarah I taught voice at Berklee College of Music in Boston, loved karaoke, gave private voice lessons, oh, yeah, and I had terrible taste in men. I guess even post-Sarah I still do all those things but having her around has changed my life a lot.

Sarah showed up one day last winter asking to rent my vacant one bedroom. I’ve seen basset hounds with perkier faces but she was in the middle of a divorce so I couldn’t blame her. She didn’t get out much at first, and when she did it was to go to garage sales or flea markets. Not exactly my cup of scotch. But things got interesting when she found evidence that her ex-husband, our new police chief, had been involved in a murder. Sarah didn’t believe it, and as she set out to find the real killer our friendship was born.

It’s odd that a murder brought us together. And there have been more since then. Good thing I trust Sarah. In her latest adventure I meet a new man in a most unusual way. If things work out between us (I hope they do) we’ll have the best “how we met” story ever. Sarah’s part of that story, in fact if it hadn’t been for her, I would have been sitting at home drinking a scotch that night, and practicing an aria for an upcoming faculty recital.

But Sarah’s worried because my new guy and I don’t have a lot in common. My life revolves around music and he barely knows what rhythm and blues means, and he’s never been to an opera. Even worse he’s a Yankees fan living in Red Sox nation. But I can look over a few flaws right? I gave Sarah the benefit of the doubt when half the town thought she murdered someone.

And that’s why Sarah puts up with me when I do things she doesn’t like. Even when I let a dangerous man who needed a place to hide out move into the empty apartment next to hers. Ellington, Massachusetts is a small town and when someone asks you to do a favor you do it.

Speaking of favors, Sarah finds one of Ellington’s most beloved citizens murdered. She has her hands full figuring out who was mad enough to kill this woman over a favor owed. And man, did a lot of people in Ellington owe her something — me included.

I do have a bit of advice, don’t go for a walk with Sarah on a snowy winter night because you never know what might happen. It could be love. . .or murder.

All Murders Final! is the third book in the Sarah Winston Garage Sale mystery series, published by Kensington, April 2016.

Her Next Sale
When Sarah Winston started the virtual garage sale, it seemed like a keystroke of genius and the next logical step in her business. No more collapsing card tables and rainy-day washouts. But what began as a fun way to run garage sales during the long New England winter has become a nightmare of managing people and putting out fires. Online, she can avoid the crowds–but not the crazies.

May Be Her Last
She certainly never bargained on dealing with frightening threats. And when a client is murdered, it’s time for Sarah to swallow her pride and seek the help of her ex–C.J. Hooker, chief of police. Forging a tense alliance, they search–online and off–for the killer. But solving this crime before someone else gets tagged seems virtually impossible. . .

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About the author
Sherry Harris started bargain hunting in second grade at her best friend’s yard sale. She honed her bartering skills as she moved around the country while her husband served in the Air Force. Sherry combines her love of garage sales, her life as a military spouse, and her years living in Massachusetts as inspiration for the Sarah Winston Garage Sale series.

Sherry is a member of Sisters in Crime, Sisters in Crime New England, and the Chessie Chapter of Sisters in Crime.

Sherry, her husband, and guard dog Lily are living in northern Virginia until they figure out where they want to move to next.

Connect with Sherry at sherryharrisauthor.com, @SHarrisAuthor, on Facebook and at Wicked Cozy Authors.

Giveaway: Leave comment below for your chance to win a print copy of All Murders Final!. US entries only, please. The giveaway will end May 6, 2016 at 12 AM EST. Good luck everyone!

All comments are welcomed.

91 Comments

  1. cheltgirl60
    cheltgirl60 on April 29, 2016 at 1:07 am

    This sounds like such a fun and entertaining read. A genuine cozy mystery with laughter aplenty. Can’t wait!

  2. Doward Wilson
    Doward Wilson on April 29, 2016 at 1:40 am

    I love this series. Thanks for the chance to win.

  3. Cozynookbks
    Cozynookbks on April 29, 2016 at 2:41 am

    Would love a copy of All Murders Final. Thanks for the day in the life story.

  4. Donna Gantt
    Donna Gantt on April 29, 2016 at 3:55 am

    I haven’t read any books by this author yet. Thanks for an opportunity!

    • Sherry Harris
      Sherry Harris on April 29, 2016 at 9:00 am

      Thanks for stopping by!

    • Dianne
      Dianne on April 29, 2016 at 10:40 am

      Donna, you are in for a treat! Very enjoyable reading!

  5. Jeanie Whitmire Jackson
    Jeanie Whitmire Jackson on April 29, 2016 at 4:01 am

    It was great and what happened when they went out that winter night was perfect. (Not participating in the giveaway, but had to comment because I loved the book, and the series, so much!)

    • Sherry Harris
      Sherry Harris on April 29, 2016 at 9:00 am

      Thank you so much Jeanie!

  6. Jen S.
    Jen S. on April 29, 2016 at 5:44 am

    All Murders Final sounds like a delightful cozy. Thank you fro the chance to win.

  7. Marilyn
    Marilyn on April 29, 2016 at 7:01 am

    This sounds like my kind of Book…thank you for the Review and the giveaway. I haven’t read anything by this author yet so I would love to.
    Marilyn ewatvess@yahoo.com

  8. Sherry Harris
    Sherry Harris on April 29, 2016 at 7:05 am

    Thanks for having me here today, Dru! Good luck everyone!

  9. Peggy Hyndman
    Peggy Hyndman on April 29, 2016 at 7:15 am

    Great series. Thank you for the chance to win a copy of All Murders Final.

    • Sherry Harris
      Sherry Harris on April 29, 2016 at 3:19 pm

      Thanks for stopping by!

  11. Beverly Guy
    Beverly Guy on April 29, 2016 at 8:13 am

    WOW….what a totally awesome cover on this new book! I loved all the other books in this series and am really looking forward to reading this one. Sherry Harris’s books are so exciting and fun to read! Also love reading books with cute kitties in them…..or doggies too!!!! Thanks so much dear Dru for the chance to win!!!! God bless both you and Sherry!!!!

    • Sherry Harris
      Sherry Harris on April 29, 2016 at 9:02 am

      Beverely, what a lovely thing to read! Thank you!

  12. Amanda Farone
    Amanda Farone on April 29, 2016 at 8:13 am

    This sounds like a great book. I’m going to read the first book soon. Thanks for a chance to win.

  13. Sheila K.
    Sheila K. on April 29, 2016 at 8:16 am

    I would love to read this book—thanks for the chance to win a copy!

  14. Judy Weaver
    Judy Weaver on April 29, 2016 at 8:39 am

    This book sounds great!!

  15. Candace knight
    Candace knight on April 29, 2016 at 8:51 am

    I love this series. I can’t take wait to read this one. Thanks for the chance.

  16. Barbara Hackel
    Barbara Hackel on April 29, 2016 at 8:52 am

    Sounds like a wonderful book that I need to read! Thanks for the introduction, Dru. 🙂 Thanks to author Sherry for the chance to win a cop!

    • Sherry Harris
      Sherry Harris on April 29, 2016 at 3:20 pm

      You are so welcome! Good Luck!

  17. jadedcup
    jadedcup on April 29, 2016 at 9:37 am

    Stella’s got a new guy with no musicality? Hmmmm..,

  18. elaina
    elaina on April 29, 2016 at 10:36 am

    Thanks for this intriguing feature and giveaway.

    • Sherry Harris
      Sherry Harris on April 29, 2016 at 3:21 pm

      Thanks for stopping by!

  19. cjreynolds52
    cjreynolds52 on April 29, 2016 at 10:42 am

    I love it! Real life mixed in with a cozy.

  20. Susan Slovinsky
    Susan Slovinsky on April 29, 2016 at 10:57 am

    These sound like quite the characters. Will have to check it out. Thank You.

  21. Shirley
    Shirley on April 29, 2016 at 11:04 am

    Loved the first two in this series and looking forward to reading your newest.

    • Sherry Harris
      Sherry Harris on April 29, 2016 at 3:22 pm

      I’m so glad you liked them!

  22. diannekc
    diannekc on April 29, 2016 at 11:11 am

    I haven’t read this series yet, but it sounds like a fun read. Definitely adding to my TBR list. Stella and Sarah sound like fun characters.

    • Sherry Harris
      Sherry Harris on April 29, 2016 at 3:23 pm

      I hope you enjoy them!

  23. Ruth Nixon
    Ruth Nixon on April 29, 2016 at 11:16 am

    So glad that Sherry Harris has book 3 and I hope for more. I liked the cover and I really want to read what’s inside as I’m fond of everyone in this series but the ex husband. If you really looking for a new place to move to,No. California isn’t bad.

    • Sherry Harris
      Sherry Harris on April 29, 2016 at 3:24 pm

      Thanks, Ruth! I’m writing number four — A Good Day to Buy!

  24. Mary C.
    Mary C. on April 29, 2016 at 11:47 am

    Loved the first two in the series – eager to read the latest.

  25. Libby Dodd
    Libby Dodd on April 29, 2016 at 11:57 am

    Garage sales are an art. Both to hold and to take advantage of.

    • Sherry Harris
      Sherry Harris on April 29, 2016 at 3:26 pm

      They are! And they are a lot of work to throw one!

  26. Celia Fowler
    Celia Fowler on April 29, 2016 at 12:41 pm

    I would love to win a copy of All Murders Final~ Thanks for the giveaway!

  27. bettyl
    bettyl on April 29, 2016 at 1:47 pm

    Wow, sounds pretty good and Im a Yankee fan so would love to read how they get along, lol ty for the chance

    • Sherry Harris
      Sherry Harris on April 29, 2016 at 3:28 pm

      We all have our faults — kidding!

  28. Annette
    Annette on April 29, 2016 at 2:11 pm

    I love love love this series.

  29. Cathy Inboden
    Cathy Inboden on April 29, 2016 at 2:25 pm

    I would love a chance to win a print copy of All Murders Fina. Thank you for the chance.

  30. elainehroberson
    elainehroberson on April 29, 2016 at 2:30 pm

    Sounds like a great book to add to my cozy challenge list. Thanks for the chance to win a copy.

  31. wendynewcomb
    wendynewcomb on April 29, 2016 at 2:30 pm

    YES! Count me in for wanting to win a copy of this book.

    wfnren at aol dot com

    • Sherry Harris
      Sherry Harris on April 29, 2016 at 3:54 pm

      Thanks for stopping by, Barb!

  33. MaryAnn Forbes
    MaryAnn Forbes on April 29, 2016 at 3:50 pm

    Virtual yard sales, friends and murder– what’s not to like? My interest is definitely piqued, thanks for the opportunity to win it.

  34. Linda C
    Linda C on April 29, 2016 at 4:09 pm

    Great read! Romance! New characters -enjoyed it!

  35. Carol
    Carol on April 29, 2016 at 5:03 pm

    My favorite new author!!

    • Sherry Harris
      Sherry Harris on April 29, 2016 at 10:32 pm

      Wow! Thank you Carol!

  36. robeader
    robeader on April 29, 2016 at 5:37 pm

    I love yard sales and all the other types like that. The movies based on these books has enticed me to pick up the books. Thanks for the giveaway. robeader53@yahoo.com

    • Sherry Harris
      Sherry Harris on April 29, 2016 at 10:34 pm

      These stories are different than the movies. Thanks, I hope you enjoy them.

  37. Jeanie Dannheim
    Jeanie Dannheim on April 29, 2016 at 7:01 pm

    This sounds like a bargain hunter’s cozy series! Would love to read this one; thank you for the opportunity to win!

  38. rosemary pfeiffer
    rosemary pfeiffer on April 29, 2016 at 7:06 pm

    this sounds like it would be fun to read..and I love the comment about the author…… Sherry, her husband, and guard dog Lily are living in northern Virginia until they figure out where they want to move to next….. thanks for this chance to get to know a new author.

  39. Vicki Highley
    Vicki Highley on April 29, 2016 at 7:13 pm

    Garage sales and a book and series. Great combination. Hope I win, even if I don’t I have added the series to my TBR list.

  40. Karen B
    Karen B on April 29, 2016 at 7:24 pm

    Sounds like a book/series for me! Added to my wish list. Thanks!

    • Sherry Harris
      Sherry Harris on April 29, 2016 at 10:31 pm

      Thank, you, Karen — I’m not sure why the other comment popped up here!

  42. Mary Jane H.
    Mary Jane H. on April 29, 2016 at 10:30 pm

    Love the idea of a virtual garage sale! Gotta read this one to find out how it works….love garage sales! Thanks Dru and Sherry.

  43. Sandy Todd
    Sandy Todd on April 29, 2016 at 10:47 pm

    Thanks Dru for having Sherry & Stella on your blog today. I enjoyed the debut of this series and have #2 on my TBR shelf. Thank you for a chance to win this 3rd installment!

  44. Lynne Moody
    Lynne Moody on May 1, 2016 at 12:49 am

    Sounds like a Great storyline and characters that I would love to win and read totally 💟💟 Thank you for a chance to win 🙂

  45. rochf
    rochf on May 1, 2016 at 12:22 pm

    I loved the first books in this series and can’t wait to see if Sarah ends up with her ex-husband or her new love interest.

  47. Daniele K
    Daniele K on May 2, 2016 at 10:40 am

    I enjoyed the first book in this series (I’m behind on reading the second). Thanks for the chance to win.

  48. Jill Broussard
    Jill Broussard on May 3, 2016 at 7:04 pm

    This sounds like a lot of fun, a must read for me. Thankyou for the opportunity!

  49. Carolsue
    Carolsue on May 4, 2016 at 1:55 am

    I always look for a cat on the cover! LOL.
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