by Elise Cooper | Nov 11, 2021 | Author Interviews, Books, Features
ISLAND INFERNOS John C. McManus Penguin Random House Pub Nov 9th, 2021 Island Infernos by John C. McManus is the second in a trilogy about the Pacific Theater during the latter part of World War II. The author provides gripping descriptions of the tactics, technology,...
by Clea Simon | Nov 10, 2021 | Features, Five Things
Five songs that Gal Raver wishes she wrote: My new HOLD ME DOWN doesn’t come with a playlist (not yet). But enough folks have asked me what I was listening to while writing this rock-and-roll suspense that I realized I needed to think about the songs that inspired its...
by L.A. Larkin | Nov 9, 2021 | Features, Five Things
Have you thought about writing a mystery or suspense novel, but you’ve doubted your ability? Have you told yourself that you’ll do it one day, or that you don’t know where to begin, or your life is just too busy? My advice is don’t delay. You could be the next...
by Elise Cooper | Nov 6, 2021 | Author Interviews, Books, Features
Meant To Be Love of Country Book 1 Presidential Advantage Phantom Force Tactical Series Book 1 August 4th, 2020 Meet Jessica James, known for her gripping historical novels and national security suspense. She combines some romance with a lot of action and intriguing...
by Maegan Beaumont | Nov 6, 2021 | Crimespree Cooks, Features
Makes one 9×13 pie Feeds 6-8 Ingredients 2 boxes readymade pie crust (4 crusts total) 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 bag of frozen peas and carrots 1 block cream cheese 1 tbsp chicken bouillon 2 cans evaporated milk 1/4 cup flour Pinch of sage (optional)...
by Erin Mitchell | Nov 5, 2021 | Home Entertainment, TV
Any time a beloved series of books is translated to the screen, readers hold their breath. Will it do the books justice? Will too much be lost from or added to the stories? Will the lead actor be too short? With DALGLIESH, Acorn TV has brought P.D. James’ beloved...
by Laura Wolfe | Nov 5, 2021 | Behind the Book, Features
The premise of my newest psychological thriller, We Live Next Door, was partially inspired by a well-known app where local people can ask questions, share information, or express concerns about regional or neighborhood issues. I am one of the millions of people active...
by Nicole Baart | Nov 5, 2021 | Features, Pet Spotlight
Weaving Furry Friends into Fiction When my husband and I lived in British Columbia, we rented a century farm on nineteen acres on the bluff above the Fraser river. We had a gorgeous view of Mt. Baker in the distance, and a deep creek that burbled through the backyard....
by Maegan Beaumont | Nov 4, 2021 | Features, Pet Spotlight
Kelli is a coydog (half coyote, half golden retriever) that we found in the desert, not far from our house, on our daily, early morning walk, when she was just a few weeks old. She’s an absolute slave driver. If I’m not at my desk, writing (where I’m supposed to be....
by Erin Mitchell | Nov 1, 2021 | Events
The CWA Daggers – synonymous with quality crime writing for over half a century – is set to again award cash prizes beginning in 2023, for titles published and nominated in 2022. Detail of the amounts will be announced next year. The CWA is delighted to reinstate this...
