A miscellany of thoughts about dogs, cats, writing, life in the Ozarks, & occasional book reviews
One of my favorite places in the world is a library. That's where I'll be today, visiting with fans and friends at the Fayetteville (AR) Public Library. If you're in the area, I hope to see you there! * I'll be back here soon to share more about facts and folktales in regional mysteries. Remember …
Continue reading Sharing a Love of Mysteries
I'm an "up close and personal" kind of researcher. So when I'm working on my regional series, that means I'm often out in the hills, meeting people and listening to the stories that have been handed down, one generation to the next, keeping the old legends alive. The story of the Yokum Dollar is one of …
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I’m honored to have been invited once again to the Fayetteville (AR) Public Library for a book discussion and signing of Deadly Ties, the first in the Waterside Kennels mystery series. If you’re in the area, please join me from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, October 11th. This presentation will explore the art of blending fact, …
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I had so much fun with the first giveaway that I've decided to run another one! Here's your chance to win a copy of the audio edition of Deadly Ties, narrated by the exceptionally talented Robin Rowan. You can keep it for yourself or give it as a gift to somebody who enjoys mysteries as much …
Continue reading It’s Giveaway Time!
[To leave a comment, click on the title above & scroll down the page to comment box] To celebrate the launch this month of the audio edition of Deadly Ties, I'm running a giveaway! Post a comment here for a chance to win one of three complimentary copies of my audiobook, narrated by the oh-so-wonderful Robin Rowan. …
Continue reading Deadly Ties Audiobook Giveaway!