A miscellany of thoughts about dogs, cats, writing, life in the Ozarks, & occasional book reviews
I always appreciate authors who can draw upon their professional experiences, research skills, and love of books to create a fictional world that's uniquely their own. Today's featured author, Cindy Quayle, has done just that, combining her passion for mystery fiction—and cozy mysteries in particular—with a love of travel and adventure. To my way of thinking, …
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In the interest of supporting authors who have encouraged and inspired me, I enjoy highlighting a variety of great books by terrific writers here on this website. That trend continues with Libby Fischer Hellmann, who is an incredibly prolific and award-winning author of both long and short fiction. Libby's books cross the spectrum of crime …
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The Accidental Spy by David Gardner January 9 - February 3, 2023 Virtual Book Tour What can you do when you’re fifty-six, unemployed, broke, and lonely? That’s just one of the questions tormenting Harvey Hudson, former professor, academic author, and self-described “speculative historian” who’s spent decades pondering the “What-Ifs and Whys” of life. With no …
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The Greenleaf Murders by R.J. Koreto January 23 - February 17, 2023 Virtual Book Tour Fans of historical mystery novels are often attracted to stories which feature amateur sleuths, prominent settings, majestic homes, and set in a specific time and place in history. Award-winning author R. J. Koreto takes these elements and skillfully adds a …
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Shifting and Shenanigans Virtual Book Tour October 10-21, 2022 Fiction—and mystery fiction in particular—opens the door to fascinating places where everyday life takes a backseat to adventure in a journey through the unknown. And when that journey includes talking cats, eccentric characters, and paranormal elements, the result is a spiced-up cozy mystery that delivers a storyline …
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