They say not to judge a book by its cover but I need you to do just that. If you liked the cover of my book, How to Murder a Duke: An Applegate Mystery (An Applegate Series Book 2), please vote for it for the Cover of the Month contest on AllAuthor.com! I’m getting closer to clinch the “Cover of the Month” contest on AllAuthor! I’d … Continue reading Please, Help Me Make It to the Final Round?
Arsenic was the most popular poison for Victorian poisoners because it was readily available. It was used in dye especially the vibrant greens that were popular for wallpaper and rugs during this time. It was also used for killing rodents, one only had to go to the local apothecary or grocer for a bit of arsenic. It was tasteless and odorless. Continue reading Poison Research
Join me Thursday evening for a virtual author event. Continue reading Online Book Launch Thursday, June 13th, 7:30 pm
Dedication: This book is dedicated to the girls who grew up playing in the dirt and dreamed of adventures, who rode motorcycles and horses, and struggled to define the word lady. Winnie Applegate becomes the target of a killer when she investigates who is killing the dukes of Applegate. Facing many changes and heartaches, Winnie throws herself into learning who is trying to kill her … Continue reading How to Murder a Duke is Live!
Comparing My Applegate Mystery Series to some of my favorite books/series. When people ask me how my book fits into the cozy mystery or historical mystery genre, I find myself struggling to explain what is unique or different about my book and how it compares to other books set during this time period. At the encouragement of my publisher, Rose Cushing of Cushing Publishing, I’ve … Continue reading Where Does My Applegate Series Fit in the Cozy Mystery Genre?
I don’t know why I thought May was going to be an easier month when we have five family birthdays the first week of the month. Continue reading Busy, Busy Month of May
During the 1800s when America was young and we were spreading out across the land from one ocean to another, talented people figured out that they could take their shows to the people. Musicians and performers from the east made fortunes out west bringing a taste of home to the farmers, settlers, soldiers and miners who were hungry for a little culture and entertainment. Continue reading The History of Traveling Shows
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