QR codes — convenient, but they can also hide danger

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March 2026

QR codes have become so common that we barely think twice before scanning them—but scammers are counting on that. This month's scam tip breaks down how criminals are using these convenient little squares to steal your information, and more importantly, gives you five simple ways to protect yourself. The good news? Once you know what to look for, these scams are easy to spot and avoid.

Coming This Spring

When murder is part of the plan, secrets don’t stay buried for long.

When a contractor turns up dead at the construction site of Rick Atwood’s new home, Rick and his sharp-eyed thirteen-year-old daughter, Alex, uncover a deadly scheme tied to the victim’s past, a powerful developer, and town secrets that refuse to stay hidden.

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Scam Tip

February 28, 2026

Tips to Avoid a QR Code Scam

QR codes are now part of everyday life. We see them everywhere. They're incredibly convenient and easy to use, but there's also a downside—scammers have adopted them in their lives,…

Writing News

I'm excited to share that I'm in the home stretch with the 9th Seaside Cove Bed & Breakfast Mystery, Death by Blueprint! Every book brings its own unique challenges during the writing process, and this book was no different. The good news is that I can see the finish line now, and I couldn't be more thrilled to bring you this next installment in the series.

Just in case you missed it, my Let's Talk post on Booklover's Bench this past Thursday tackled the mystery of the vanishing red pistachio. Whether you remember red pistachios or not, you'll find this a tasty treat!

Booklovers Bench Contest

We’re running our March contest over at Booklovers Bench. This month, we're giving away books by Cheryl Hollon and Debra Goldstein. Be sure to stop by and enter at bookloversbench.com

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