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As mystery writers, we are trained to place our sleuths within a distinctive milieu that becomes a character in itself. Whether it’s a small town, a neighborhood in a big city, or a regional locale, this setting imbues our stories with a unique flavor. Then we assign an occupation to our sleuth that further extends this world.… Continue reading Setting within a Setting

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Samantha Chase’s One More Kiss is a great way to start her new series, Band on the Run. Matty Reed, singer/songwriter/guitarist for the band Shaughnessy isn’t the party guy he’s reported to be, at least not anymore. After tanking his solo career, Matt needs a place to hide out until he can decide what to do with his life while the band takes a break. … Continue reading One More Kiss 

Maya Rodale is the true genius of this book and many others. Lady Claire and her sister’s nemesis, Lady Francesca both suffer from the curse of intelligent ladies throughout history. Being wooed on a bet but discovering the truth about oneself and her ideal man, might be the greatest gift one could receive. Read this exciting book and learn for yourself what fun Maya Rodale’s … Continue reading True Genius 

Deadly Scandal, the first book of the new Deadly Series by Kate Parker, should be a movie. This action-packed story combines everything I love: history, intrigue, romance and fabulous characters.Livvy is determined to prove her husband didn’t commit suicide. With a second world war looming, the Germans bullying the British government, and leaks inside the Foreign Office where her husband worked, Olivia Denis finds herself … Continue reading Deadly Good 

Insufficient funds or weird grocery snafus have been the bane of my adult life. Raising six boys we went through some groceries and there were times before payday when what was left in the house was not what you’d need to make a meal. Somehow, I managed to feed six boys (sometimes more) on whatever I had in the house. My children often tease me … Continue reading Insufficient Kitchen 

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I have been blessed to meet and interact with many wonderful writers. I belong to several writers groups. Recently, the Pamlico Writers Group hosted their fifth annual conference. This is the third year I have been on the steering committee but I have attended all five conferences. Each year we try to have something to appeal to all writers at every level. We also try … Continue reading Learning from Other Writers 

If I were born black… If I were born black who would I be? If I were not white would I still be me? If I were born black, how could I stand beneath the overwhelming burden of those who died? Died in shackles, died in sorrow, died fighting that my life might be free? How could I live up to their expectations, do them … Continue reading If I Were Born Black