Author Profiles
Meet Allison Brook (pen name for Marilyn Levinson), the Author of the Haunted Library Series
What a pleasure to interview an author who writes both adult mystery novels and books for kids and young adults. Below are Marilyn’s responses to my interview questions, followed by her bio and buy links. First off, congratulations on the release of Dewey Decimated, part of your Haunted Library mystery series. Can you tell our…
Read MoreMeet Debut Mystery Author J. Woollcott
What a pleasure to welcome debut author J. Woollcott to my blog today. When I read the description of her novel, I knew I wanted to read it! Below are her responses to my interview questions, followed by her bio and contact links. Few things are as exciting as the publication of your debut novel!…
Read MoreMedical Mysteries with a Twist: Meet Veterinarian-Turned-Author Millicent Eidson
I’m delighted to welcome veterinarian-turned-author Millicent Eidson as a guest contributor to my blog today. Dr. Eidson’s expertise in public health and zoonotic diseases (like COVID and monkeypox originating from animals) grounds her alphabetical series that emphasizes entertainment, education, and enlightenment. She just released her second book, Borrelia: A Microbial Mystery. Below is Dr. Eidson’s…
Read MoreKassandra Lamb: Psych Prof Turned Mystery Writer, Still Educating While Entertaining
I’m so delighted to welcome Kassandra Lamb as a guest on my blog today. Kassandra’s newly released To Bark or Not to Bark is the twelfth book in her Marcia Banks and Buddy cozy mystery series. Below is Kassandra’s essay about her books, followed by a blurb about To Bark or Not to Bark, her…
Read MoreFrom Fantasy to Regency Mystery: Meet Prolific Author Janet L. Buck
I’m so delighted to welcome Janet Buck, who has a brand-new release this month, THE DEAD BETRAY NONE. Janet had a distinguished legal career prior to becoming a fulltime author. Below are her responses to my interview questions, followed by a description of THE DEAD BETRAY NONE, her buy links, and her bio and contact…
Read MoreFormer Judge Debra Goldstein Pens Award-Winning Mysteries
At Killer Nashville’s 2019 conference, I attended a mock court session in which Debra Goldstein played the part of the judge. It wasn’t much of an acting stretch for her! She served on the bench for many years before she turned to writing fulltime. I’m delighted to welcome Debra today as my featured guest author. Below…
Read MoreNew Release by Award-Winning Author Lynda Rees
As some of you know, I’m president of Derby Rotten Scoundrels, the Ohio River Valley chapter of Sisters in Crime. We have a lot of wonderful authors in our chapter, including our very own vice-president, Lynda Rees. She has a new release out today! Below is information about Heart of the Matter: Heart of the…
Read MoreA Passion for Social Justice: Meet Attorney-Turned-Author Mark M. Bello
I’m delighted to welcome attorney-turned-author Mark M. Bello as a guest contributor to my blog today. Bello’s passion for social justice shines through all of his work. Below is his essay in which he describes his transition from attorney to author. _____________________________________________________________ I graduated from law school in 1977. Less than five years later, in…
Read MoreMoving to a New Mystery Series by Guest Author Susan Van Kirk
What a pleasure it is to welcome cozy mystery writer Susan Van Kirk as she shares what it’s like to begin a new mystery series and create a whole new world of characters. Susan is also president of the online Guppy chapter of Sisters in Crime, a wonderful writing community that brings pre-published and multi-published…
Read MoreChallenging the Stigma of Mental Illness: Meet Mystery Novelist Martha Crites
I’m so delighted to welcome Martha Crites as a guest author. Her extensive background in community and inpatient mental health has enabled her to write fully developed characters dealing with a variety of mental health issues. Her richly layered novels offer a much needed corrective to popular stereotypes of mental illness. Below are Martha’s responses…
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