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August 4, 2019
It’s Simplify Your Life Week
The first week in August begins SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE WEEK. No, I’m not advocating “If it doesn’t give you joy, you must throw it away.” But we should spend time thinking about what makes our life a little less stressful, and we can applaud that and cheer about items playing a role. We’ve all heard the “less is more” slogan, and yes, it is easier to find things when it’s not part of a crowd. But just “throwing away” is wasteful, and without being present in the moment as we acquire things–instead just grabbing up what does the trick when we’re in a panic over something–we’re destined to repeat our mistakes again and again. While I write the Organized Mysteries and the Frugal Lissa Mysteries, my characters, Kate & Lissa, are the experts in their fields–I’m just the happy mentee that follows along behind them and documents their advice on Read more...
July 22, 2019
Winner of the Weekend Love Your Dog Magnet Giveaway
Happy Monday, all! I love starting a new week announcing prize winners! So much fun seeing all the entries over the weekend for the magnet giveaway, and I loved seeing what everyone wrote about the dogs in their lives. My neighbor’s granddaughter came over yesterday evening and drew the winning names. Congratulations Lisa Hudson and Susie Johnson! Y’all are the winners of the magnets! You can send me a message from the Contact page here on this website, or message me on Facebook with your snail mail address, and I’ll get your magnets in the mail. Thanks, everyone, for coming by and entering. We’ll have more giveaways coming soon!
July 19, 2019
Do You Love a Dog?
Anyone who follows me on Facebook, this blog, or even my new Frugal Lissa cozy series knows I love my dog, Honey. Recently, I was shopping for my loveable Lab and found these fun and “oh, so accurate” magnetic paw prints that tell the world how so many of us feel about our fabulous pups. They’re about 5 inches high (and wide) and the magnets work for your refrigerator, your car, or any place you’d like to tell the world about the pet you love. Today, I have two available for a weekend giveaway. To win, just comment here on my blog with your favorite dog in the world–either your own, or the loveable pet of a friend or family member. I’ll collect names until my neighbor’s granddaughter comes to visit this weekend, and I’ll have her pick the names of the two winners. Good luck, and give your dog Read more...
July 7, 2019
Sunday Fun-Day
When Honey and I went to the bank recently, the teller asked if I had a new book coming out. I said, “Actually, Honey and I both have a new release.” I explained our favorite Labrador was a character in Frugal Lissa Finds a Body, how it was a cozy mystery about a money-saving blogging mom of two, and that Honey was the canine creative advisor for the book. Our teller was so excited for Honey that she gave her a pair of Pennywise sunglasses to wear. What do you think? Is hot pink her color? Have a happy Sunday, everyone! Honey is
July 3, 2019
What’s New & a Bargain Wednesday
Is everyone ready for a firecracker weekend? Yes, a Fourth of July weekend is ahead for all of us in the U.S., I hope everyone worldwide has an equally exciting weekend. And in somewhat-related news, I’m celebrating the New Release of Frugal Lissa Finds a Body by extending the $1.99 Sale Price through July 4th too. So, please grab a bargain if you’re interested in reading this title, because the book will go to $3.99 starting Friday. Click here to get to the Frugal Lissa page, and find all the bookseller links at the bottom for easy clicking. This page also includes the book description and early reviews (under Praise) to see what others are saying about the book. Don’t want to sound pushy–just want my readers to get 50% off while it’s available. Have a wonderful weekend!
April 17, 2019
What’s New, Free, and a Bargain Wednesday!
Hey, gang, it’s been a while since I’ve posted, I know. I’ve been revising the 2nd book in the Frugal Lissa Mysteries series and will put it up for preorder soon–my designer is working on the book cover, so there will be a reveal on that in the coming weeks too. My dog Honey has been excited by this series, too, since she’s my canine co-author and the model for the blonde Labrador retriever in the mysteries. And boy, does that dog have a nose for finding murders! You can spot her busy tail in the lower right corner of the cover. In the meantime, the first book in the series, Frugal Lissa Finds a Body, is available now in preorder at all booksellers (YAY!) and even better, it’s preorder price right now is half-off the regular sale price! The book will go to $3.99 at release. So, if you want a Read more...
March 31, 2019
Happy April 1st! I Love April Fool’s Day! So many laughs,...
Happy April 1st! I Love April Fool’s Day! So many laughs, so many smiles. Okay, yes, I like a little practical joking in my life. To celebrate, ORGANIZED FOR SCHEDULED SABOTAGE is on sale today at only 99 cents! No Foolin’! Feel free to tell your friends because this is one April Fool’s Day announcement that is truly TRUE. No Foolin’. But it will go back to full price overnight, so hurry! Here’s the link – http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074...
March 9, 2019
Looking for Spring Reading Bargains?
There are a lot of saving opportunities to mystery readers this weekend, with me and my friends offering free and 99¢ books for your spring reading. At http://stephaniedamore.com/mystery-sale/ you’ll find nearly two dozen Fun & Flirty Mystery titles that are all 99¢ this weekend only. Big savings, and a lot of fun authors and series. Find over 90 books either free or 99¢ this weekend at– https://writeravamallory.wixsite.com/... You’ll find my Organized for Homicide on sale for 99¢ at both sites, and a lot of my friends, including two by Julie Moffett, No Money Down & White Knights and a box set by Maria Grazia Swan, 3 Books in the Mina’s Adventures series — and many, many more. Not in either of these particular sales, but a great deal nonetheless, is a 5-Book Box Set of Trouble, the Black Cat Detective, specially priced right now at only $1.99. That’s an almost $18 savings over the full price of these Read more...
February 20, 2019
What’s New & Free & a Bargain Wednesday!
I’m trying to finish three manuscripts by summer, get the newly polished up print versions of the Organized Mysteries proofed and back up for sale, and keep Honey’s tug-of-war-play addiction satisfied. So, I’ve been away from blogging for awhile. Today, however, I’m back with impulse buys and goodies I’ve run across lately that I thought y’all might be interested in. Enjoy! This offer ends tomorrow–2/21/19–Burger King Promotion: $0.01 Sourdough Burger Looking for a quick meal on the go? Well you’re in luck, because for a limited time, Burger King is offering $0.01 Sourdough Burger. Simply download the app via iOS or Android at the Apple or Google store, and make your first purchase to get the penny burger. Free until Friday — Mourning Commute: A Good Clean Fun Cozy Mystery (The Funeral Fakers Book 2) by Sam Cheever May Ferth was born with stars in her eyes, but apparently not her future. Never Read more...
February 6, 2019
What’s New and Free Wednesday–New Website Edition
Happy Wednesday, everyone, and welcome to my new revamped website. I spent the last couple of weeks working with a fabulous website designer who gave my URL the full Elizabeth Arden treatment. What do you think of the new look? When you have a minute, feel free to check out the other pages using the top of page links and the Explore the Site links in the right column. And you can always return to my home page by clicking “Ritter Ames Mysteries” in the top left corner of the banner. That shortcut works on every page on this site. Now, on to more news! Tomorrow, please make sure you drop by the Sleuthing Women Author’s reader site on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/Sleut... I’ve mentioned before what a great group the Sleuthing Women Authors are — We’re a group of women sleuths, cozy, and traditional mystery authors looking to connect with Read more...
