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Month: April 2022

Book of the Day…

A Conversation with Author Allie Pleiter

29 Apr 2022April 29, 2022
4/25 -5/1 IR-  What does it mean to you to be called an author? AP-  Being called an author means something more than being a writer. To me, “author” means…
at this blog…

A Conversation with Author Charles Salzberg

28 Apr 2022April 29, 2022
4/18-5/13 IR- What inspired the idea for your book? CS-  I wanted to challenge myself by writing something a little different by creating a character who has a bit of…
Book of the Day…

Guest Post: “Murder Next Door” – Where Vampires Meet Rear Window by Michele Pariza Wacek

27 Apr 2022April 29, 2022
4/19 -5/2 “Murder Next Door” – Where Vampires Meet Rear Windowby Michele Pariza Wacek Growing up, I loved watching Alfred Hitchcock movies. (I even liked his short-lived Alfred Hitchcock Presents…
40 Questions…

A Conversation with Author Nita DeBorde

26 Apr 2022
IR-  What does it mean to you to be called an author? ND-  For me, to be called an author means that I get to invite people into my imagination…
Crime…

A Conversation with Author Matt L Cost

25 Apr 2022May 14, 2022
4/4-5/1 IR-  What inspired the idea for your book?  MLC-  I was inspired to write Mouse Trap by newspaper and media accounts of the fantastic steps science has made in…
at this blog…

Top 20 Playlist inspired by Fort Wayne Komets #Hockey

24 Apr 2022April 28, 2022
#LetsGoKomets #DefendTheCup#NoRetreat #NoSurrender Listen to this playlist on https://amzn.to/3vOhcxw This is just a bit of fun to cheer up and inspire myself and others after a disappointing weekend, but first,…
#DBQ…

Daily Book Quote: Daybreak (Vino & Veritas)

23 Apr 2022August 14, 2022
“I was hoping you might know a guy who had a habit of taking in stranded Californians.” “I don’t think I’ve made a habit of it.” “Well.” Liam moved around,…
Book of the Day…

Guest Post: Why I Write Cozy Mysteries by Rose Kerr

22 Apr 2022April 29, 2022
4/18 -5/1 Why I Write Cozy Mysteries by Rose Kerr I’ve been a long time reader in the mystery genre and it started with the TrixieBelden series. I moved from…
#DBQ…

Daily Book Quote: Taking A Risk (Loving the Wild)

21 Apr 2022August 14, 2022
Then Kelsey whispered, “Why does he call you by your last name?” “It’s a hockey thing. At least it’s not Phillyboy or something lamer.”-Taking A Risk Purchase- https://amzn.to/3v9yA0r Not a…
Book of the Day…

A Conversation with Author Eleanor Kuhns

20 Apr 2022April 29, 2022
4/11 - 5/6 IR-  What inspired the idea for your book? EK-  While I was researching Death in the Great Dismal, I came across a description of conditions on a…
#DBQ…

Daily Book Quote: Risky Game: An Out of Bounds Novel

19 Apr 2022August 14, 2022
“Oh, for the love of Christ, Shannon! What are you wearing?”She looked down at her gray T-shirt, Redskins emblazoned across her chest. Lifting her chin again she arched an eyebrow…
Book Bites…

A Conversation with Author Amy Hueston

18 Apr 2022
IR-  Which book are we talking about today?  AH-  Two books, actually. Book 3 in my Canine Confections series and my new Puzzle Book that accompanies it. IR-  Can you…
Book Bites…

Book Bites: Hush Hush by Gabriel Valjan

15 Apr 2022
In this installment of the Shane Cleary Mystery Series, we find Shane has let his license expire and is working a safe easy job. He is asked by a friend…
Book of the Day…

Guest Post: Coln Akeman, Cirencester and the British Cotswolds by Victoria Tait

14 Apr 2022April 15, 2022
Coln Akeman, Cirencester and the British Cotswoldsby Victoria Tait The Dotty Sayers Antique Mystery series is centred around Akemans antique centre and auction house which occupy a converted mill, on…
Book of the Day…

A Conversation with Author Julie Bates

13 Apr 2022April 29, 2022
4/11 - 5/6 IR- What inspired the idea for your book?   JB- When visiting Colonial Williamsburg for the first time, several years ago, I was fascinated by the recreation of…
Book of the Day…

A Conversation with Author Lis Angus

12 Apr 2022April 29, 2022
4/1-4/30 IR- What inspired the idea for your book?  LA- I think every parent’s worst fear is to lose a child. We imagine them affected by disease, injury, natural disasters—we…
Book of the Day…

Guest Post: Writing Inspiration by By Nellie H. Steele

12 Apr 2022
I recently was interviewed for a podcast and the interview focused on writing inspiration and the creative process.  While this is different for everyone, lots of people draw inspiration from…
Adventure…

Book Bites: Mouse Trap by Matt L Cost

11 Apr 2022
Clay and company are contracted to investigate the theft of experimental mice at a tech company only to be pulled from the investigation before they can get to the bottom…
Crime…

A Conversation with Author Davin Goodwin

8 Apr 2022
IR- What inspired the idea for your book?  DG- It’s a continuation of the series about a retired detective who moves to a small Caribbean Island and gets caught up…
Book of the Day…

Guest Post: Plotting a Murder Board by Rebecca McKinnon

8 Apr 2022
Plotting a Murder Boardby Rebecca McKinnon It all started with walking through the school supply section of Target. I noticed a box of cute push pins, and my husband jokingly…
Book Blasts…

Cover Reveal: Murder Is No Picnic (A Cape Cod Foodie Mystery) by Amy Pershing

7 Apr 2022April 7, 2022
COMING JUNE 7, 2022 When a celebrity chef is found dead, Samantha Barnes, the “Cape Cod Foodie”, finds her search for the world’s best blueberry buckle turning into a search…
Book Bites…

A Conversation with Author Nancy Lynn Jarvis

7 Apr 2022April 7, 2022
IR- What does it mean to you to be called an author?   NLJ- It was a hard designation for me to accept. I consider myself a story teller or…
at this blog…

Spotlight: Mining for Murder (A Happy Camper Mystery) by Mary Angela

6 Apr 2022
Mining for Murder (A Happy Camper Mystery) Zo Jones is enjoying the sunny season at her Happy Camper gift shop in Spirit Canyon, South Dakota—when a murder reminds her all…
Crime…

Guest Post: Playlist for The Art of the Decoy by Trish Esden

5 Apr 2022
THE ART OF THE DECOY: My Playlist!  This is a playlist of the songs I listened to while writing THE ART OF THE DECOY. Some of them like Colder Heavens…
Book of the Day…

A Conversation with Author Lida Sideris

4 Apr 2022April 5, 2022
IR- What does it mean to you to be called an author?  LS- It means that I have the opportunity to share parts of myself with others because sprinkled throughout…
Book Bites…

Spotlight: Liar Liar (Dr Webber’s Patient Files)

4 Apr 2022April 4, 2022
Liar Liar (Dr Webber's Patient Files) Deshika Adikara struggles to imagine herself becoming a mother. She never desired to have children till she met her fiancé, Dylan. Her reservations remain…
Book of the Day…

A Conversation with Author TG Wolff 

1 Apr 2022
IR- What inspired the idea for your book?   TGW-The core mystery was inspired by the rich and famous who paid to bypass college admission requirements for the kids. It sparked…
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  1. Ann Nortman on A Conversation with Author Laura ChildsDecember 31, 2022

    When will Cadmium Red Dead be published=

  2. Aimee E on Author Q&A with Hawk MacKinneyOctober 16, 2022

    Thhis was lovely to read

  3. Wendy B on Q & A with Author Mally BeckerOctober 12, 2022

    Awesome interview! "old books and fresh coffee" - Yes, please!

  4. Wendy B on Q and A with author Chris PatchellOctober 10, 2022

    Great interview! Fun :-)

  5. Brooke L. French on Book Blast: Inhuman Acts by Brooke L. FrenchOctober 6, 2022

    Thanks for reading!

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