A miscellany of thoughts about dogs, cats, writing, life in the Ozarks, & occasional book reviews
Looking for a unique supernatural thriller to add to your "want to read" list? Award-winning author Terry Friedman's novel Bone Pendant Girls--the first in the Andi Wyndham series--could be just what you're looking for! About the author: Terry began her writing career freelancing for a small newspaper outside Philadelphia. While raising her daughters Jessica and Chelie in …
Continue reading Something Different
My thanks to everyone who has stayed with this blog through an unplanned hiatus due to major surgery and subsequent rehab. As my recovery of mobility, skills, (and wits!) allows, I plan to continue blogging about dogs, cats, writing, books, and life as it happens. I'll also share reviews and information about books and authors …
Continue reading The Road Ahead
For many fans of long-running mystery series, there's usually some kind of "hook" that captures their interest and spurs them to read more. It might be the time period or locale; for example Elizabeth Peters' Amelia Peabody series is set in Egypt the late 1800s through the early 1920s. Or Tony Hillerman's Leaphorn & Chee …
Continue reading Crime Fiction You’ll Want to Read
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, …
Continue reading Puppy Chronicles
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 …
Continue reading Holiday Foods & Pets