The Dog Days of Writing!

By Lynn McPherson
I love my dog. I've had all sorts of pets in the past and dogs are my favorite. Cats aren't far behind (of course!) but there is nothing like a canine companion. Today I'm going to share my top three reasons for having a dog in your mystery.
Sydney, Lynn's adopted rescue dog!
1. A Nose for Trouble!Dogs have a way of sniffing out trouble. Often in books, a curious dog is a great way to get your character somewhere they shouldn't be--like the scene of a crime. If a dog smells someth...