A miscellany of thoughts about dogs, cats, writing, life in the Ozarks, & occasional book reviews
This year, I've explored new-to-me authors writing in a multitude of genres and styles. Many of these discoveries came to me as a reviewer for Partners in Crime Tours--a "one-stop for all things mystery, crime, thriller or cozy!" One of these discoveries is the work of award-winning indie author Gledé Browne Kabongo, who writes psychological …
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The traditional small-town cozy mystery takes on a new twist in Stacy Wilder's Cayman Conundrum. It’s the fourth in her Liz Adams private investigator series, and a good choice for anyone looking for a quick summertime read. Set against the backdrop of stunning white sandy beaches and the turquoise waters of Grand Cayman island, the …
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Mesmerizing. Mind twisting. A complex, multi-dimensional thriller transcending time and space, good and evil. An invitation to examine the mystery of your own life's choices and their impact on the world in which you live. You'll find all this--and much more--in The Karma Factor, Thomas Lane's debut novel. Some categorize this book as metaphysical, supernatural, …
Continue reading Life, Death, and Karma
In-depth research is a habit of mine, carried over from my years in academia to my work writing the Waterside Kennels mystery fiction. That's why I spend a lot of time online and face-to-face with kennel owners, dog trainers, groomers, veterinarians, and rescue groups. Now, after adopting a 14-week-old puppy from the local animal shelter, …
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Our Sheltie, Sasha, wouldn't pick up food that had fallen to the floor without permission first. At the other end of the behavior spectrum, we have Penny Puppy (who probably thinks her name is No Leave-it Drop-it Off Down and variations thereof since joining the family last week). Penny believes anything on the floor is …
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