Formerly an anthropologist, then a diplomat, then a park ranger, Jane Gorman is now the author of the Adam Kaminski mystery series and the Cape May cozy mysteries. Scones and Scofflaws is the first Cape May cozy mystery.Finding an escapeJane said her niece, who is named Anna, helped inspire the Cape May cozy mysteries. “She’s a gorgeous redhead who is smart, friendly, … [Read more...] about Scones and Scofflaws by Jane Gorman
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Crispy Chicken Thighs with Roasted Veggies
Crispy Chicken Thighs with Roasted Veggies - a major hitAll it took was one try and this recipe for Crispy Chicken Thighs with Roasted Veggies became an instant hit in our house. We had to make some minor changes to keep it gluten-free, but this is one dish that’s sure to be a hit at dinner whether you make the gluten-free version or the original.To make this … [Read more...] about Crispy Chicken Thighs with Roasted Veggies
How do you outsmart a romance scammer?
How do you outsmart a romance scammer? The short answer is, you don’t. But that doesn’t mean you have to be a victim. Look, it’s February, and Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. That means love is in the air. And everyone wants to find their perfect match. Even the scammers. Although their perfect match is the person who falls for their scam, not their charms. So while … [Read more...] about How do you outsmart a romance scammer?
What Happened on Box Hill by Elizabeth Gilliland
What Happened on Box Hill - The Importance of SettingWhen I first decided to set a murder mystery in the South, I knew it would have to be in Louisiana.Granted, I was living in Louisiana at the time I began writing What Happened on Box Hill, so it was the most obvious muse for setting. Many drafts later, however, I stand by that choice. I now have spent more time in … [Read more...] about What Happened on Box Hill by Elizabeth Gilliland
Behind the story of Ice Cold Murder by Michele Pariza Wacek
Michele Pariza Wacek is one of those people who has always wanted to write. After what she describes as ‘a few detours’, she now writes in genres ranging from psychological thrillers to cozies. There’s also dash of romance and supernatural thrown in the mix. Ice Cold Murder is the second Charlie Kingsley Mystery.Common themesMichelle said she likes to explore personal … [Read more...] about Behind the story of Ice Cold Murder by Michele Pariza Wacek