M.E. Sutton's Blog
July 6, 2017
SinC salon reading
Back in June, my chapter of Sisters in Crime held an open reading at City of Asylum bookstore here in Pittsburgh. I participated with my unpublished novel, Shattered Sight. It is not a Laurel Highlands book, but features a homicide detective in Niagara Falls, NY who is…struggling, shall we say, with some personal issues he’d really rather …
July 1, 2017
The Smashwords Summer Sale!
Calling all readers! Smashwords is running their annual Summer Sale. The entire Hero’s Sword series is part of this sale, with all books being discounted through the month of July. So if your child is looking for some reading material over the summer–or if you want them to be looking for some reading material–check it …
May 17, 2017
A seed to a bloom
This morning (Wednesday, actually) a friend of mine posted a picture of her rhododendron in full bloom and said, “I swear they burst into bloom overnight!” I have rhodies – I understand. But it’s the same with story ideas. I was at Malice Domestic at the end of April when they put out their call … Continue reading "A seed to a bloom"
May 3, 2017
Malice 29 – That’s a wrap
So I survived my first Malice Domestic. On crutches, thanks to wonderful friends – old and new – and a gracious hotel staff. I even took some pictures. And all I can say is… Wow. So where do I start? Well, my husband was gracious enough to drive me out to friend Annette Dashofy’s house … Continue reading "Malice 29 – That’s a wrap"
April 20, 2017
Countdown to Malice – 1 week
One week. One week. Say it with me now… ONE WEEK! At this time next Thursday, I’ll probably be on the road to my friend and critique buddy Annette Dashofy’s place and then on to Bethesda. There’s really just one question: Will I have to bring the crutches? Yes, you read that right. Crutches. You see, … Continue reading "Countdown to Malice – 1 week"
April 13, 2017
Countdown to Malice – 2 weeks
It is now officially two weeks until I leave for the Malice Domestic conference in Bethesda MD. Let me say that again: It is two weeks until I leave for Malice Domestic. Squee! Okay, now that’s out of my system. I think I’ve mentioned before that this will be my first Malice. I’ve been to Bouchercon … Continue reading "Countdown to Malice – 2 weeks"
April 6, 2017
Countdown to Malice Domestic – 3 weeks
Some developments since last week. Small, but big to me. First, I have a roomie! I was on the fence for a long time about this conference, mostly because of the hotel expense. Then I farted around so long I lost one potential roommate. Another friend of mine decided not to attend Malice this year. … Continue reading "Countdown to Malice Domestic – 3 weeks"
March 30, 2017
Countdown to Malice – 4 weeks
by Liz Milliron (Mary Sutton) / @LizMilliron Well, it’s real. In four weeks from today, I’ll be on my way to a new adventure. Malice Domestic. This is a conference I really never planned to attend. I don’t really write cozy/traditional mystery so it never seemed to be a good “fit.” Plus, this writer has … Continue reading "Countdown to Malice – 4 weeks"
March 9, 2017
Cover Reveal: Fish Out of Water
It’s here! Okay, it’s been here for a week or so. And I immediately shared on Facebook and Twitter, but coming over here takes more time, so I didn’t get to it until now. But Houston, we have a cover for Fish Out of Water! Ain’t it purty? Wildside Press gave us awesome options and this … Continue reading "Cover Reveal: Fish Out of Water"
February 8, 2017
Book Review: The Paris Librarian
The Paris Librarian by Mark Pryor My rating: 4 of 5 stars I’ve read four of the Hugo Marston books (The Bookseller, The Crypt Thief, The Reluctant Matador, and The Paris Librarian). Of them all, The Paris Librarian may well be my favorite. By now, the relationships are set and there is good chemistry between … Continue reading "Book Review: The Paris Librarian"
