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[Lee]

Welcome Ginny

[Josh]

Hello! Just a quick intro.

I'm an author -- I write as Josh Lanyon and Diana Killian (DON'T WORRY, I WILL NOT SPAM YOU) and a long time mystery fanatic. I'm married to Kevin Burton Smith of the Thrilling Detective Website, I perform with the Browne Sisters and George Cavanaugh (Celtic music) and I'm currently working on (among other things) a non-fiction book for McFarland Press on husband and wife sleuths in detective fiction.

I lurk a lot. ;-D

[Ginny]

Josh wrote: "Hello! Just a quick intro.

I'm an author -- I write as Josh Lanyon and Diana Killian (DON'T WORRY, I WILL NOT SPAM YOU) and a long time mystery fanatic. I'm married to Kevin Burton Smith of the Th..."

Celtic music? I really enjoy it but it's not exactly common in WI. Last fall went on a v interesting trip to the Canadian maritimes and one of our stops was the Celtic college in novascotia. Very interesting

[Josh]

Ginny wrote: "Josh wrote: "Hello! Just a quick intro.

I'm an author -- I write as Josh Lanyon and Diana Killian (DON'T WORRY, I WILL NOT SPAM YOU) and a long time mystery fanatic. I'm married to Kevin Burton Sm..."

Oh yes! Canada has that fantastic Celtic music tradition. Well...and Nova Scotia = New Scotland. So there you go. :-)

[Joni]

Hi guys
Jon, an avid reader (and aspiring writer, trying to get something out there soon on Inkshares). from London UK, though moved here 5 years ago only.
favorite genres: spy thrillers, crime, only recently started reading crime to be honest. Love a good political mystery as well.

nice to meet u all

[Ginny]

Hi Jon. Welcome to the group.

[Kevin]

Greetings everyone,

New member Kevin Scott Olson here. I'm an avid reader, particularly in the thriller/suspense/adventure/espionage genres. Favorite authors include Dean Koontz, Michael Crichton, and golden oldies such as John D. MacDonald. I look forward to trying the book-of-the-month group.

I live in southern California, and my interests include travel (recently returned from a trip to the Baltics and Russia) outdoor sports such as swimming and golf, and the worlds of politics, economics, business, and of course a good read.

I'm also an author, with a debut thriller novel recently released, and will abide by the author protocols.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...

[Lee]

Welcome Kevin!

[Tony]

Hi! My name is Tony.
Mystery book authors that I have read include James B Parker, John D. MacDonald, Jo Nesbo, Ian Rankin and of course Stephen King among others. I joined this group to discover writers and readers with the similar tastes in books.

[Lee]

Welcome Tony, you have got some great authors there, looking forward to discussing books with you.

[Travis]

Hi everyone, this is Travis. Of course I'm new to the group and looking forward to figure out how everything works vicariously through you. I live in Louisville, Kentucky and after 27 years, I still enjoy working law enforcement. I love thrillers, but enjoy suspense also.

[Walt]

Hi. I'm Walt Cody. I just joined the author's group because my new crime novel, Manhattan Roulette, is being published tomorrow.

http://www.amazon.com/Manhattan-Roule...

You can check out my bio at http://www.manhattanroulette.com/inde...

If anyone's up for it, I'd appreciate your opinions/reviews.
Thanks

[Christine]

It's nice to meet you Walt

[Walt]

Thanks, Christine.From your bio, it sounds like you're doing good works and doing them perhaps in the face of adversity. Which gives me the impression that my novel would be too tough for your taste. (that's a compliment, btw.)

[Sue]

Terry wrote: "Hi! I am a 61 year old, mystery (not exclusively but primarily) reader from Southwestern Ontario,Canada. My favourites are John Sandford and, may he rest in peace, Robert Parker (Spenser). I "disco..."
Hi Terry, I so agree with you! In addition to twilight, I never want to see anything about vampires on a suggested reading list either. I joined Goodreads mainly to track my favorite indie author, Al Rennie. He writes great, funny mysteries, sometimes with a smidgon of romance but by no means a romance novel. Kind of like Janet Evanovich, mainly. I was hoping Goodreads would have more info on him, but not so far. At least I found all his books and will keep looking for more. Look forward to chatting with you!

[Walt]

Sue wrote: "Terry wrote: "Hi! I am a 61 year old, mystery (not exclusively but primarily) reader from Southwestern Ontario,Canada. My favourites are John Sandford and, may he rest in peace, Robert Parker (Spen..."

I understand a new writer has taken over the Spenser series, haven't read him. Any good?

[Sue]

Walt wrote: "Sue wrote: "Terry wrote: "Hi! I am a 61 year old, mystery (not exclusively but primarily) reader from Southwestern Ontario,Canada. My favourites are John Sandford and, may he rest in peace, Robert ..."

Hi, and welcome! No, I haven't read the new author, but loved the originals. I tend to find an author I like and read everything I can find by them. I've retread my Rex Stouts so many times, sometimes I feel that if you quote a couple lines I can name the book! Who are your top three?

[Walt]

Sue wrote: "Walt wrote: "Sue wrote: "Terry wrote: "Hi! I am a 61 year old, mystery (not exclusively but primarily) reader from Southwestern Ontario,Canada. My favourites are John Sandford and, may he rest in p..."

Elmore Leonard, Ross Thomas (try "Briarpatch" ) Raymond Chandler. Many others but those guys I can reread

[Alice-Elizabeth (Prolific Reader Alice)]

I'm Alice and I am a teen reader/book blogger from the UK. I love reading thrillers and mysteries. I've grown up with reading Agatha Christie's stories and branched out onto thrillers such as Gone Girl, The Husband's Secret and books by David Baldacci :)

[Chris]

Hi, I'm Chris from Houston, Texas (not one of the crazy Texans you have heard about...honest!) I'm new to GR and am finding it a GREAT help in bookmarking "want to reads" as well as keeping track of books I've read! I've always had a terrible memory for authors and titles, so I can't simply blame this on my age. :)
I'm not sure that I'm a group-person, but thanks for having me!
I love mysteries /crime novels of all stripes-from (some) cozies to gritty police procedurals. The only thing I really try to avoid these days are plots with serial-killers, especially anything with torture/ritual killing of animals or people. In addition to the "ugh" factor, to me, these are lazy and over-done plot devices. You would think there's a serial-killer on every block. (I AM keeping an eye on my neighbor across the street, though. :) )
My three favorite writers are James Lee Burke, and the late-lamented Ruth Rendell and Elizabeth Peters, so you can see my tastes are all over the map, but they all share a consistent high-grade quality of writing and plotting, and an over-arching intelligence and dedication to the hard work of their craft.
We've had some gorgeous, warm, blue sky weather here lately; hope all is well in your cozy corner of the world.

[Chris]

T. wrote: "Hi there! I've been a lurker in this group for a while, but now I want to become more involved. I've started reading the January book -- with only five days left in the month! -- and plan on contri..."

Being a Texan, I am a pimento cheese addict and still use my late mother's recipe (well, there is no recipe, but I use the same ingredients) and grating technique (Mouli Grater). I have only recently, at 63, admitted that there are one or two commercial versions that are up to snuff; I'm sure yours is great!

[Lorraine]

Hi I'm Lorraine. I'm from New Zealand and have been an avid mystery reader ever since I discovered Enid Blyton's multiple mystery series.
I have decided to join a book club to keep exploring the genre as the last few books that I have read have been very predictable, so I am hoping that a few gems will show up through this group! I've already noted a few authors from these comments that I will be looking into! I plan to start with the March book and look forwards to discussing it with everyone.

[April]

Hi I'm April. I'm 25 from Rhode Island. I am a single mom to a beautiful little 5 year old boy named Jason. I love to read thrillers and mysteries/crime books. :) That would be my first choice to read. Right now I am reading Desperate and The Face on the Milk Carton. If anyone has read those don't feel the need to hesitate to tell me what you liked and didn't like about them in a message to me! :) I hope to get to know some of you! Thanks for letting me introduce myself! xD

[Steven]

Hello! My name is Steven Scott Williamson and I am new to the mystery-thriller genre. I have published two fantasy novels (Ohlen's Arrow and Ohlen's Bane) with the third coming out this spring, Paragon's Call, to finish the trilogy, "The Taesian Chronicles".

My fourth novel will be a murder mystery, and I'm very excited about it. Goodreads has been fantastic as a source for information and tips about what makes a good murder mystery/thriller and I've enjoyed meeting the readers who enjoy the genre. I hope my first foray into the genre will be a book that fans enjoy reading. With it being new territory for me, I appreciate the advice and comments people leave here on Goodreads about what works and what doesn't.

Happy reading!

[Keelan]

Hi! I'm a romance novelist as far as what I've published so far, but crime fiction is my first love. I've just signed a contract on a detective novel and I'm terrified but excited!

[Steven]

Keelan wrote: "Hi! I'm a romance novelist as far as what I've published so far, but crime fiction is my first love. I've just signed a contract on a detective novel and I'm terrified but excited!"

Congratulations, Keelan! And welcome!

[Chad]

Keelan wrote: "Hi! I'm a romance novelist as far as what I've published so far, but crime fiction is my first love. I've just signed a contract on a detective novel and I'm terrified but excited!"

Congrats, Keelan! Keep up the good work!

[Margaret]

Hi, I live in North Carolina, love mysteries and Sci-Fi and a Sci-Fi mystery is best of all. Be glad to make some new friends here and get new book ideas.

[Christine]

WELCOME EVERYONE!

[Travis]

Welcome everyone!!

[W.E.]

Hi, I'm Eli (the "E" in "W.E."). I joined Goodreads when I bought a new Kindle in December, but didn't discover how cool it was until yesterday. I'm a huge detective novel junky and love a good mystery, also Sci-Fi and epic historical fiction. I just published my first book and am working on the sequel, so I'm looking for some new novels for inspiration/procrastination.

[T.K.]

I'm an author doing, amongst other things, blogging a series of new classic-style short story mystery-adventures,
http://tiptopdutop.com/inspector-pasc...
Just having some fun to share with everyone.

Years ago was an avid Ellery Queen fan - not that I'm that old, just discovered the somewhat forgotten series in the library stacks.
;D

[T.K.]

Huh. I guess they are still available. That's nice!
The Adventures of Ellery Queen

[Cedric]

Hello, My name is Cedric (yes like in Harry Potter). I'm a recent college theatre performance grad working day jobs while making movies on the side with my new independent company Exit Reality. On my down time (which I dont have much of haha) I read as much as I can. I love most genres my favorite being fantasy and YA fiction but recently got into this genre. Any recommendations for a newbie?

[Esther]

You might like one of my favorites When Saigon Surrendered: A Kentucky Mystery. It's a Kindle book.. both a mystery and also mature Young Adult.

[ReneE]

Hi all,
My name's Rene and I live in Phoenix AZ (originally from the Phila., PA area). Retired about 2 yrs ago and have been blazing through so many books lately -- just finished: the latest John Rebus book by Ian Rankin, CJ Box's latest Joe Pickett book and James Grippando's latest Jack Swyteck book. Loved them all! It's hard to find a local book club that reads what I love -- which are mysteries!! I think I will love the choices here! Happy to be part of the group.

[Rebecca]

Hi! I'm Rebecca. I love to read. I love writing as well. I hope to be published someday. I'm a huge film buff. Some of my favorites are Chicago, Some Like it Hot, Cabaret, Clue and Breakfast at Tiffany's. I love to cook and am always looking for a new recipe. I'm also a proud New Englander. :)

[Patrick]

Hello, the name's Patrick Reuman and I'm a new author and lover of books. Glad to be here.

[Pamela]

Welcome Rene, Rebecca and Patrick!

[Rebecca]

Thank you, Pamela!

[Katharine]

Aloha fellow mystery and crime thriller readers,
I enjoy books by James Patterson, Doug Corleone, Stieg Larsson, etc. I'm a bit new to Goodreads and so am still learning how it all works. I've written a legal mystery series and my first book, Land Sharks, will be published in May. I'm looking forward to hearing your book recommendations and reviews. Feel free to friend me.
Aloha from Hawaii.
Katharine Nohr

[Alison]

Hi all,
I'm Alison R. Solomon and new to this group. I've been on goodreads for a while but haven't joined groups up until now. I'm an avid reader and have been all my life, and I'm also an author. The types of books I enjoy are "Gone Girl" and "Girl on the Train" both of which have been described as Domestic Noir. This is the genre I tried to emulate in my new novel, Along Came the Rain, due out next month. There are so many amazing books out there, it's so hard to keep up with reading them, but I look forward to getting ideas from members of this group.

[Sidney]

Hi,

I'm a long time reader of mysteries and thrillers. I read a mixture of many types including historical mysteries and contemporary thrillers.

[Sidney]

Hi,

I'm a long time reader of mysteries and thrillers. I read a mixture of many types including historical mysteries and contemporary thrillers.

[Richard]

Hi, I am from a small town in the North East of England called Crook. 49 years old work at a solicitors in Newcastle. Mainly like reading horror but also like crime, thrillers, court dramas. Am really looking forward to recommendations. Fan of Grisham, Nesbo, Michael Connelly & John Sandford.

[NHasanah]

Hello, I am Nurul, not entirely new to Goodreads, but just officially registered. I am here to challenge myself to know and read more of whodunit detective/paranormal books. All time Christie's fan and usually interested in series like Inspector Barnaby, and just starting to read Rowling's Cormoran Strike which I like so far :-)

[Kirsten]

Welcome, welcome, all!!

[Lexie]

Richard wrote: "Hi, I am from a small town in the North East of England called Crook. 49 years old work at a solicitors in Newcastle. Mainly like reading horror but also like crime, thrillers, court dramas. Am rea..."

Gosh, I remember camping at Crook once - long time ago!

[Richard]

Lexie wrote: "Richard wrote: "Hi, I am from a small town in the North East of England called Crook. 49 years old work at a solicitors in Newcastle. Mainly like reading horror but also like crime, thrillers, cour..."

Really???? That must have been a long long time ago. You would not want to do that now.

[Lexie]

Richard wrote: "Lexie wrote: "Richard wrote: "Hi, I am from a small town in the North East of England called Crook. 49 years old work at a solicitors in Newcastle. Mainly like reading horror but also like crime, t..."

Um, let me think, more than twenty years? It was an overnight stop in a field that was not exactly luxurious, but all we needed was a pitch and some water.