Diane Vallere loves fashion, costumes, and mysteries. In fact, the National Bestselling author loves mysteries enough that she started her own detective agency when she was ten years old. And costumes? Let's just say she once dressed as Tippi Hedren’s 'The Birds' character for Halloween. Vallere writes four different cozy mystery series. Here's the second behind her second … [Read more...] about Behind the story of Masking for Trouble with Diane Vallere
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Behind the story of “Devil Sent the Rain” with Lisa Turner
Lisa Turner is the author of three mysteries. She was nominated for an Edgar in 2015 and saw her first novel turn into a bestseller on Amazon. Her latest mystery is "Devil Sent the Rain,"Turner said "Devil Sent the Rain" began with the image of a rainy dawn at a buffalo preserve on the outskirts of Memphis. There was a red 1968 Camaro Z/28 mired in a muddy pasture. Inside, … [Read more...] about Behind the story of “Devil Sent the Rain” with Lisa Turner
Social Security benefits and the scams they spawn
Controversy creates opportunity, pure and simple. And in some circles, Social Security benefits have become quite the controversial subject. This makes Social Security, or at least the subject of what to do with it, a great starting point for a scam. In this case, the scam targets those who don't want to see the program abolished. It's especially effective with seniors. Joining … [Read more...] about Social Security benefits and the scams they spawn
An unknown beach from the Kauai photo archives
At first, I could have sworn this photo was taken at Salt Pond Beach on Kauai's south side. But, as I look at it now, I'm inclined to think it's Brenneke's Beach. Or maybe Lydgate Park. In any case, the photo one was taken back in 2012 and I don't have any location information, so I can't be sure. I guess I'll just have to call this one unknown beach. I guess I really needed to … [Read more...] about An unknown beach from the Kauai photo archives
Would you fall for a hit-and-run theft?
Would you fall victim to this type of hit-and-run theft? It's busy in the grocery store and you're picking up a few vegetables. The customer standing next to you makes a comment. You answer. The next thing you know, the stranger—and your wallet—are gone and your credit card balance is growing like crazy. The hit-and-run theft I heard about this bit of trickery indirectly, but … [Read more...] about Would you fall for a hit-and-run theft?