It’s almost a cliché that when people hear you write fiction, someone will inevitably suggest, “I have this great idea for a novel. I’ll tell it to you, your write the book, and we’ll split the money.” I’ve never had … Continue reading →
It’s the icky time of year. Cold, often blustery weather, with occasional bouts of freezing rain and snow. My least favorite time of year. The garden is brown and dry—not dead but asleep. There isn’t much to do right now … Continue reading →
Theo of Golden is a remarkable book with an extraordinary story. Not just the plot of the novel, but the background of the work itself. The author is 70+ years old and this is his first novel. It was initially … Continue reading →
Not all of these books were published in 2025; I just happened to read them this year. Once again I note that my favored reading tends toward paranormal, fantasy, science fiction, and mystery, with a smattering of romance. Not really … Continue reading →
I have some fairly ambitious goals for 2026. I’ll try to meet them but promise not to beat myself up if I don’t! First up is that older novel that I’ve had on the shelf for years. It has what … Continue reading →
It seems like it’s been a long time coming, but Unleashed for Murder has now released in both ebook formats and trade paperback. I’m excited for this book, the fourth in the Market Center Mysteries series. Market Center Mysteries #4 … Continue reading →
Market Center Mysteries #4 ISBN: 978-1-335-50561-1 Pre-order Now! Ebook: Amazon Kindle Nook Other Electronic Formats Trade Paperback — Coming Soon Pre-order price: ebook $2.99; trade paperback: $11.99 Murder crashes the pet products trade show… The Pet Palace booth is the undisputed crown … Continue reading →
Here’s part of a fun scene from the pet fashion show that happens during the story. Note the “I” is the protagonist/amateur detective Heather McNeil, who is assistant to the director of the D.C. Market and Commerce Center, where this … Continue reading →
Having taken a week out to talk about my trip to Boston and my grandson’s wedding, it’s time to get back on track, preparing for the release of Unleashed for Murder, the next book in the Market Center Mysteries Series. … Continue reading →
This is later in the book at an animal fashion show during the pet products trade show: I nodded my thanks and headed back to the other room. About two thirds of the seats were now occupied, with more people … Continue reading →