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Heather Weidner’s Done it Again

Deadlines and Valentines: A Jules Keene Glamping Mystery is the fourth book in Heather’s series, and it’s out now. Heather is one of the nicest people I have ever met. She’s also a fabulous author, and you don’t want to miss reading this book. Fern Valley, nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains,… Continue reading Heather Weidner’s Done it Again

Murder at the Painted Wings Cafe

I’m excited to share with you Ruth Hartman’s upcoming book. Ruth and I became friends when we were both authors for Dawn Dawdle. Murder at the Painted Wings Cafe is scheduled to release on November 19. This is the second book in the Senneca James Mystery series. Seneca James’ cousin, Evie, ends up in hot… Continue reading Murder at the Painted Wings Cafe

Moveable Feast

The Moveable Feast is a lunch event hosted by C.L.A.S.S. every two weeks. Community Learning About Special Subjects is led by Linda Ketron, and Bess from My Sister’s Books brings books from her store to the luncheons. Moveable Feast has been around for twenty-seven years, and it’s an honor to be part of the tradition.… Continue reading Moveable Feast

It’s a Blog Tour with prizes

I’m excited to announce The Con is going on a blog tour with Lori Caswell and Great Escapes. https://www.escapewithdollycas.com/gr... Professional organizer Kate Sloan is hired by Ben Houser to organize his office at Seaside Hideaway Resort on Fox Island. Ben tells everybody he’s planning to revamp the resort. Ben throws money around and convinces people… Continue reading It’s a ...

You’re Invited

Today is the release of The Con. It’s the second book in An Organized Crime Cozy Mystery Series. Professional organizer Kate Sloan is hired by Ben Houser to organize his office at Seaside Hideaway Resort on Fox Island. Ben tells everybody he’s planning to revamp the resort. Ben throws money around and convinces people to… Continue reading You’re Invited

Priscilla’s Thankful

I’m excited to introduce you to my friend Priscilla Bettis, and she’s here to share what she’s thankful for. I’m thankful for Jesus, my faith, and my family. I’m also thankful for our small town in Eastland County, Texas. I like that I know my neighbors. We share storm shelters, shovels, and fence repairs. I… Continue reading Priscilla’s Thankful

Teresa’s Thankful

Teresa Trent’s with us today, and here’s what she decided to share. Why I’m Thankful By Teresa Trent I’m an optimistic person, and part of that is because I’m surrounded by good things I’m thankful for in my life. Of course, there is my family, and the love of my life who I married 35… Continue reading Teresa’s Thankful

Grateful for Hard Times

This week Rosalie Spielman is sharing her heart provoking thoughts on being grateful. Rosalie and I have been friends for a few years, and we’ve spent time together at conferences. I always enjoy hanging out with Rose. Here’s what she shared about gratitude. I am grateful for those hard times in life, because without them, I… Continue reading Grateful for Hard Times

Thankful for being fired?

Today my friend, Annie McEwen, shares what she’s thankful for. Yes, as embarrassing as it is to admit, and not many people outside my “inner circle” know it, but I was fired several years ago. I was devastated, to say the least. I’d faithfullyperformed my duties and then some. Not to get into the nitty-gritty,… Continue reading Thankful for being fired?

A Party and Prizes

Tonight is the Cozy Mystery Mid Year Party on their Facebook group. Here’s the link. https://www.facebook.com/share/Zq6a1z... If you’re not a member of the group, be sure to join. The party begins at 5:00 PM Pacific Time. I’ll takeover at 7:00 PST which is 10:00 EST. I hope you can join us. It should be fun!… Continue reading A Party and Prizes