Posts Tagged ‘Cozy mysteries’
Christine Knapp Combines Her Love of Mystery and Midwifery
It never ceases to amaze me how many fascinating backgrounds and skills mystery authors bring to their stories. And Christine Knapp is definitely no exception. As a practicing midwife for many years, Christine brings a wealth of experience which lends terrific authenticity to her midwife mystery series. Below are her responses to my interview questions,…
Read MoreLesley Diehl Introduces a Unique Cat in Her New Cozy Mystery Series
I’m so delighted to feature Lesley A. Diehl’s guest essay on my blog today. She not only talks about Spike, the special cat in her new Maddie Sharp mystery series, but has such inciteful things to say about the appeal of cozy mysteries. Finally, a Cat! by Lesley A. Diehl I have…
Read MoreMulti-Genre Author DonnaRae Menard Prefers “Jumping the Rails”
I’m so delighted to welcome DonnaRae Menard back to my blog today. DonnaRae has two very different new books out this year. In her guest essay, she explains why the advice to find your writing niche and stick to it has never worked for her! JUMPING THE RAILS By DonnaRae Menard Years ago, when I…
Read MoreTaking On Ageism in Her Delightful Mystery Series: Meet Debut Author Cheryl Rodgers
As someone who was a big fan of Hart to Hart and has always loved husband-and-wife amateur sleuths, I’m delighted to welcome debut author Cheryl Rodgers to my blog today! Today marks the release of Cheryl’s MYSTERY AT CLARKE MANSION, the first in her Kate & Nick Mystery series. Below are her responses to my…
Read MoreDebuting a New Mystery Series: Meet Author S.A. Kazlo
An engaging new mystery series is always a cause for celebration! Below, S.A. Kazlo talks about her new series and teacher-turned-writer career: First off, congratulations on the release of KIBBLES AND DEATH, the first book in your Samantha Davies mystery series. Can you tell our readers a little about what inspired you to write it?…
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 MoreFrom Court Reporter to Mystery Author: Meet Andrea Johnson
I’m so delighted to feature an accomplished mystery author, editor, and craft expert who’s also an MFA graduate of the Seton Hill Writing Popular Fiction program. As was true for me, Seton Hill had a major impact on Andrea’s growth and development as a writer. Below are her responses to my interview questions, followed by…
Read MoreCombining “History, Mystery, and Romance”: Meet Author Dianne Ascroft
I’m so delighted to welcome Dianne Ascroft as a guest author on my blog. A Canadian writer who’s lived in Northern Ireland for many years, Dianne has a unique, international background for storytelling. Below are her responses to my interview questions, followed by her bio and contact/buy links. I loved your description of your books…
Read MoreMeet Grace Topping, Bestselling Author of Mysteries with an Ample Dash of Humor
I’m so delighted to welcome guest author Grace Topping to my blog today. Her humor shines through her Laura Bishop Mystery Series and even her own bio where she says writing fiction has been great for “killing off characters who remind her of people she dealt with during her career.” Below are her responses to…
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