Very few books hold me hostage. Kemper Donovan was my captor. His new release, The Busy Body, was his bait to nab me! I couldn’t put this book down! A successful free-lance ghostwriter tells her story from her perspective. In the past she’s written for actors, athletes,...

It’s October in Scotland – and it’s bitter cold in the 500-year-old church now converted into doctor Emilia McRoy’s medical practice and home. It’s only been a few months since Emilia moved from the United States to Scotland. Her family’s roots are here. She’s fallen...

Imagine you’re on a bus in Minnesota. It’s bitter cold and snowy — and it’s the dead of night. Suddenly, the bus veers off the road and plunges into the freezing river! This is how the fast-paced thriller, Deep Freeze opens. And this is the situation Army veteran...

If you’re a fan of old-time and old school detectives like The Thin Man, Charlie Chan, Ellery Queen and the many others, you may be familiar with S. S. Van Dine’s detective, Philo Vance. This year, Poisoned Pen Press recently re-released The “Canary” Murder Case featuring...

The cover of Sally Goldenbaum’s A Dark and Snowy Night made me smile. It’s filled with everything cozy – the warm glow of a fireplace, a curious looking cat perched on an overstuffed sofa, and outside, a soft blanket of snow is falling to the ground. It’s one of Ms. Goldenbaum’s...

Krissy Hancock and her friend, Rita, are busy decorating the room in the church that houses their writer’s group. Christmas is almost here and the small town of Pine Hills, Ohio is flush with plenty of holiday decorations and Christmas spirit. Krissy is the owner of the...

Anthologies such as Final Acts, Theatrical Mysteries is perfect for this time of year. Whether you’re busy getting ready for the holidays or looking forward to snuggling in a cozy chair with a good story, this book is sure to please. It’s also one of the many fine British...