Publishers can have funny rules. For instance, when should a writer use her real name and when is a pen name required? Edith Maxwell is one such writer. She's been nominated for an Agatha, and writes four different series. Under her own name, she writes the Local Foods Mysteries and the Quaker Midwife Mysteries; under Maddie Day, she writes the Country Store Mysteries; and the … [Read more...] about Behind the story of Grilled for Murder with Maddie Day
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Will medical identity theft be the next big thing?
A hacker wants to steal your personal information. Oh, and your health insurance company wants to reduce their costs. These two pieces of information are far more closely tied together than you might realize. First, identity theft is a massive business. Also, if your insurance company can get you to visit a doctor online, you both save money. The only problem is, will these two … [Read more...] about Will medical identity theft be the next big thing?
Warm water, soft breezes, and sand crabs at Nukolii Beach
When you're down by the shore, you can walk amongst the rocks, get your feet wet, and watch for those funny little sand crabs at Nukolii Beach. Those little guys must have an endless job. They're always toiling away or digging in as the next wave approaches. While it might seem terribly dreary to be a sand crab to one of us, imagine their endless dedication to making a life … [Read more...] about Warm water, soft breezes, and sand crabs at Nukolii Beach
The new cars are here email scam
I have to admit, I didn't pay much attention when the first email advertising new cars from a local Ford dealer came in. Never have bought a Ford. Don't need one today. When the second email about new cars for sale arrived—this one from a local Mercedes-Benz dealer—I was irritated. How did I get on their list? Why were they spamming me? The new cars email scam As it turns … [Read more...] about The new cars are here email scam
Beautiful Kauai on the East Side — Nukolii Beach
Turn left out of our condo at Kaua‘i Beach Villas, then take another left. Walk a little ways and take the path between the two beachfront buildings. Cross the grass and within about two minutes you've got this view. Well, gee, what's not to like? This is Nukoli‘i Beach on Kauai's East side.The waves can be strong and the shoreline rocky, so swimming can be treacherous. … [Read more...] about Beautiful Kauai on the East Side — Nukolii Beach