A miscellany of thoughts about dogs, cats, writing, life in the Ozarks, & occasional book reviews
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 …
Continue reading Thrilling Reads
Want to spend four days immersed in the world of fiction writers and fans? This year, you can participate in the legendary Malice Domestic convention--still going strong after 30+ years--without ever leaving your home. No need to worry about DC-area traffic, or hotels, or crowded venues amid the seemingly never-ending pandemic. It all happens July …
Continue reading Murder, Malice, and More
Last year, I was honored to be recognized by Susan Toy and included in her Reading Recommendations. As a result, I met some wonderful authors and found fabulous books for my own "must read" stack. I include Susan as one of those wonderful authors, and anyone who enjoys a good story set in an exotic locale will love her work, too. …
Continue reading For the Love of Island Dogs
In the world of mystery writing, you’ll find all sorts of characters, settings, and story lines. This week’s featured author takes us into the world of thrillers and crime fiction. Originally from Warwick, Rhode Island, Tim Baker is an avid dog lover who’s been a volunteer puppy raiser for Guiding Eyes for the Blind, raising and …
Continue reading Let’s Get to Know Tim Baker