Getting to Know South Dakota
July 7, 2021
By Mary Angela Summer in South Dakota is one of my favorite seasons. Many years, my family and I take a trip across the state to the Black Hills, where… READ MORE
Year: 2021
The “Stupid Thing” I Thought I Would Never Do…But Then Actually Did!
July 2, 2021
By Steven Petrow The hardest part about making my list was deciding when to stop adding to it and do something about it. In the book I wrote about how… READ MORE
National Piña Colada Day
June 30, 2021
If Piña Coladas are too sweet for you, here’s five “boozy” cozy mysteries that are perfectly refreshing for a hot summer day! National Piña Colada Day: July 10th 1. From… READ MORE
11 Perfect Romances to Read This Summer
June 29, 2021
By Priscilla Oliveras What better way to spend a sunny summer day than at the beach, reading a beach book, soaking up a little Vitamin D before moving into the… READ MORE
The Making of a Novel Part 1: Outlining
By Charlie Donlea From writing to editing to publishing… I’m frequently asked about the process of writing a novel. Whether it’s during book club meetings or through emails, readers are… READ MORE
Films & Books Used for Writing and Research
June 24, 2021
By Brian Malloy Please note that the books reflect the time in which they are written, and some of the early nonfiction includes theories about the disease and its transmission… READ MORE
7 Fun Facts About Being an Influencer
June 22, 2021
By Chantel Guertin For many years I worked as a beauty influencer on TV, sharing my favorite products with viewers. Aside from being an author, this was one of the… READ MORE
National Culinary Arts Month
Nothing goes better with murder than a freshly-cooked meal! Celebrate National Culinary Arts Month this July with these ten food-focused mystery series. 1. Triple Chocolate Cheesecake Murder by Joanne Fluke… READ MORE
Books to Help You Celebrate All July
June 19, 2021
Independence Day, July 4 Jealousy Filled Donuts by Ginger Bolton Lemon Meringue Pie Murder by Joanne Fluke Death by Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake by Sarah Graves Paradise Peak by Janet Dailey… READ MORE
Forgotten History Part 2
June 17, 2021
By Brian Malloy The Church and the Plagues As a former Catholic, a recent news item regarding the faith I was raised in did not surprise me in the least:… READ MORE
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