A miscellany of thoughts about dogs, cats, writing, life in the Ozarks, & occasional book reviews
Many years have passed since I lost my beloved spaniel Alix, who shared my life for almost 18 years. She lives on in my heart and in my Waterside Kennels mystery series as the inspiration for Sweet Pea. For years, that was enough. Then, nearly a decade ago, an unexpected gift came into my life. …
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As a reviewer for Partners in Crime Tours, I’ve encountered a multitude of new-to-me authors writing in a variety of genres, and discovered books and series I might not otherwise have found on my own. Bestselling author BJ Magnani ‘s Dr. Lily Robinson novels is one of those series. Now, having read We’ll Always Have …
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Long ago, I lived in a small village on the northern shore of Crete, not far from the ancient ruins of Knossos. That was a magical place and time, and after reading On The Horns of Death by the award-winning author Eleanor Kuhns, I found myself once more under the spell of the myths, …
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Kate Michaelson's debut novel is set against the richly textured landscape of rural Ohio and a strong sense of family, place, and tradition. Quoting the narrator of this tale: In our town, you became what people thought you were. Everyone knew everyone's parents and their parents so well that from the day you were …
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It's springtime here in the Ozarks, and that means seasonal allergies for the entire household--including our pets. In the past, we've successfully managed Sasha's allergies with Apoquel (an anti-itch medication), but that hasn't been much help during the recent spate of strong winds and high-pollen days. That's why my veterinarian recommended the antihistamine Cetirizine (brand …
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