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V.M. Burns

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Valerie (V.M.) Burns was born in Northwestern Indiana and spent many years in
Southwestern Michigan on the Lake Michigan shoreline. She is a lover of dogs,
British historic cozies, and scones with clotted cream. After many years in the
Midwest she went in search of milder winters and currently lives in Northern Georgia with her poodles. Her debut novel, The Plot is Murder was nominated for a 2017 Agatha Award for Best First Novel. Her short story, "The Vermeer Conspiracy" was an Anthony and Edgar Award finalist in 2022. Valerie is a member of Mystery Writers of America, International Thriller Writers, Crime Writers Association, Crime Writers of Color, and Sisters in Crime. Readers can learn more by visiting her website at vmburns.com.

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I want to introduce Berkley Prime Crime’s newest Mystery Author, Kallie E. Benjamin.   WHO is Kallie E. Benjamin? Kallie E. Benjamin was born and raised in the Midwestern United States. South Bend, Indiana to be exact.  She currently resides in the warmer region of the country with her two poodles, Kenzie and Chloe. Sound familiar? […]
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“God knows there are enough bad books out there. No point adding any more. A good cozy mystery is a rare thing.”
V.M. Burns, The Plot Is Murder

“Did you see the getup that little floozy had on?” “Shhhh.” I glanced around to make sure the “little floozy” was out of earshot. Tact wasn’t Nana Jo’s strong suit. “Don’t shush me. I’ve seen Sumo wrestlers wearing more fabric.” Nana Jo exaggerated, but not by much.”
V.M. Burns, Read Herring Hunt

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V.M. Thank you. I hope you enjoy this series.


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Donna Thank you, Ms. Burns, for becoming a friend on Goodreads. I am looking forward to reading your books.


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