Can anyone resist a mystery author whose description on her website is: “Writing Mysteries. A dog is my muse. Humor is my guide.”? As a lover of dogs, humor, and mysteries, I know I can’t. And whether you meet Darlene Dziomba in person or read one of her mysteries, I promise you that you will…
Derby Rotten Scoundrels, our local chapter of Sisters in Crime, decided to sign up for the Kentucky Flea Market, a three-day affair. Not only could we hopefully sell some of our books, but we might attract some new members to our group. After spending Friday, Saturday, and Sunday making small talk with passers-by, people-watching (which…
My oldest sister once told me: “No one wants to read about how much you love your husband.” So, please, stop reading right now, because it’s two days after Valentine’s Day, and I’ve been thinking about that very subject. It’s been 43 years, and I’m still madly in love with my husband—even more so than…
As a novelist who’s managed to write exactly one short story, I’m in awe of writers who manage to be adept at writing both long and short fiction. Debra H. Goldstein is a master at both, and I’m delighted to welcome her back to my blog today: First off, congratulations on your collection of short…
I have a confession to make. One of the things I miss about graduate school is the singular focus on writing. Yes, we also did some coursework, but mainly, the idea was to get that novel written! I loved it and had written the drafts of two novels by the time I graduated. But now…
First off, congratulations on the publication of THE SUITCASE, Book 4 in your Beryl Blue, Time Cop Mystery series. Can you share with our readers a bit about THE SUITCASE and what inspired your series? Thanks for hosting me today, Lynn. It’s great to visit with you again! THE SUITCASE takes place after the main…
I admit it. It never gets old to welcome a new book I’ve spent long hours working on. Tuesday, January 14th, MISSING MOM’S official release day, is just three days away. Even though this is my sixth novel, the thought of holding a copy in my hands still makes all those hairs on the back…
For the first time in many years, my husband and I spent Christmas at home alone—no dinner guests, relatives visiting us, or out-of-town visits to loved ones. For a few days before Christmas, I did get to see my NYC grandkids in Pittsburgh where they were visiting their other grandparents. It was wonderful to get…
As 2025 is about to begin, I’m feeling so grateful for my wonderful family and the lovely husband I get to share my life with. How did I get so lucky to marry a man who’s not only hilarious and incredibly caring, but whose hobby is cooking? I have no idea, but I’m not asking…