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Guest post by Cynthia Kuhn for How to Book a Murder

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Welcome to SilvercrestHow to Book a Murder is a cozy mystery about Emma Starrs, a bookseller/literary event planner who returns to her hometown of Silvercrest, Colorado, to try and save the family store, Starlit Books. Before long, she finds herself taking on the role of amateur sleuth as well to protect her beloved aunt, a famous author accused of murder.Nestled in the … [Read more...] about Guest post by Cynthia Kuhn for How to Book a Murder

Sleigh Bell Tower by James J. Cudney

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James J. Cudney, known to many simply as Jay, is a writer who wears many hats. He’s not only an author, but also a blogger, a genealogist, and a reader and reviewer. Sleigh Bell Tower is the eight book in the Braxton Campus Mystery series.In the spirit of the holidaysJay said, “Usually in previous books, there has been a hint of an underlying message that I wanted to … [Read more...] about Sleigh Bell Tower by James J. Cudney

Friday Fotos: red and green – tis the season

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Tis the season for red and greenPerhaps I’m slipping into Christmas mode here again. My photo for today was originally a yellow hibiscus, but when I saw the red and green of this anthurium that I captured at the Hilo International Airport, I felt an urge to make a quick swap. So, here you go. More Christmas wishes coming your way!Want to see more photos from our trip? … [Read more...] about Friday Fotos: red and green – tis the season

Guest post by Meg Macy for Bear a Wee Grudge tour

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ROMANCE WITHIN COZY MYSTERIESWhy do so many cozy mysteries have an element of romance? Do readers expect that? Does the author prefer to include it? It’s a good question, and one I had to face when first beginning my “Shamelessly Adorable” Teddy Bear cozy series.Since I’m a fan of reading cozy mysteries, both contemporary and historical, I must admit I enjoy a bit of … [Read more...] about Guest post by Meg Macy for Bear a Wee Grudge tour

Murder in the Christmas Tree Lot by Judith Gonda

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Judith Gonda is a mystery writer and Ph.D. psychologist with a penchant for Pomeranians and puns, so it's not surprising that psychology, Poms, and puns pop up in her amateur sleuth mysteries featuring landscape architect Tory Benning.What’s behind the story of Murder in the Christmas Tree Lot?“From an overall theme and plot perspective, like most crime writers, all my … [Read more...] about Murder in the Christmas Tree Lot by Judith Gonda