What are my characters reading? What characters read says a lot about them. In my Penny Brannigan mystery series set in North Wales, Mrs. Lloyd, the former postmistress in Llanelen, fancies herself a lady, so naturally, that’s her magazine of choice. She takes her copy of The Lady with her to the hairdressers or to pass the time when she’s riding the bus into … [Read more...] about What are my characters reading? A guest post by Elizabeth J. Duncan
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Guest post by Elena Hartwell — Mystery series vs. standalone
Mystery Series vs. Standalones: Pros and Cons for Authors and Readers By Elena HartwellWhether to write a series or a standalone is an important decision for a writer. It’s a lot like whether to commit to a monogamous relationship or stay active on the dating scene. There are pros and cons to both, for the author and their readers.Mystery readers love series. We love … [Read more...] about Guest post by Elena Hartwell — Mystery series vs. standalone
Meet Stella — a papillon and part of the Southern Chocolate Shop Mystery series
Meet Stella — a guest post by Dorothy St. James Meet Stella. She’s the smallest resident in the quaint seaside town of Camellia Beach found in the Southern Chocolate Shop Mystery series. And she’s perhaps the feistiest resident too. If you’re walking around barefoot, she just might nip at your toes. Stella: The lively little papillon in the Southern Chocolate Shop Mystery … [Read more...] about Meet Stella — a papillon and part of the Southern Chocolate Shop Mystery series
An interview with Eve Appel by the magazine Consignment Shop Today – a character guest post
What follows is an interview by the assistant editor for the magazine Consignment Shop Today. (Note from author Lesley A. Diehl-the magazine and the interview are as fictional as the Eve Appel character.)Editor: I think we should start with how you and Madeleine, your friend and business partner decided to open a consignment shop in the heart of Florida cattle … [Read more...] about An interview with Eve Appel by the magazine Consignment Shop Today – a character guest post
Craks in a Marriage – Barbara Barrrett – Guest Post
Life in Central Florida Most people think of the following when they picture central Florida: Disney World, alligators, beaches, sunshine, heat, palm trees, oranges, retirees and tourists. All of those would be true. They actually exist, and the state’s promoters have excelled in spotlighting them.But there is more to this region, and that’s what I’ve attempted to … [Read more...] about Craks in a Marriage – Barbara Barrrett – Guest Post