Guest Chick: Kim Harrington
Today, on Chicks: Fabulous guest Kim Harrington, whose debut cozy A KILLER FOR CHRISTMAS is sure to sleigh this holiday season. Take it away, Kim! Continue reading Guest Chick: Kim Harrington
Leslie’s in France!
Bonjour à tous de France! Yes, I’m currently walking and eating my way around beautiful France with my sister, Laura. We’ve talked about taking this trip for years, and since we were both celebrating BIG birthdays this September (65 and 70; I’ll let you guess whose birthday is whose), we thought this was finally the time to go. Our trip in France started with Paris, … Continue reading Leslie’s in France!
Chick Chat: Written in the stars?
Whether you think astrology is just for fun or you have a fully mapped-out chart with your houses and your rising sign, you probably have an opinion about your astrological sign and what it represents. So are we our zodiac signs? Read what the Chicks have to say, and tell us your answer in the comments below! Lisa Q. Mathews As a baby editor, I … Continue reading Chick Chat: Written in the stars?
Guest Chick: Kim Davis
Leslie here, pleased to welcome the marvelous Kim Davis to the coop, with a look at the not-so-fictional town where her Aromatherapy Apothecary mysteries are set. And she’s giving away a copy of the newest in the series, Essentials of Homicide to one lucky commenter! So, take it away, Kim: [The winner of Essentials of Homicide is cherierj. Congrats!] Thank you, Leslie, and all the … Continue reading Guest Chick: Kim Davis
Merrily We Roll Along
Lisa here, with an updated version of a post I wrote 6 years ago about the publishing world and its relationship with ever-evolving and “improving” tech. GRWM (Get Ready with Me) and see How it Started/ How It’s Going … Continue reading Merrily We Roll Along
The Cozy is Coming From Inside the House
Tuesday September 15 was National Cozy Mystery Day, AKA Agatha Christie’s birthday. Ever want to write a cozy but think all the good ideas are already taken? Just look around your house for craft projects, pet items, and unusual collections. Turns out inspiration is everywhere! Just for fun, I challenged myself to come up with five cozy mystery ideas from things currently in my h0use … Continue reading The Cozy is Coming From Inside the House
Three Things I Learned from Publishing Three Books in Three Years — by Guest “Chick” Greg Rhyno
Marla, here, welcoming author Greg Rhyno to the blog! Greg’s giving away a copy of Who By His Own Hand to one lucky reader, so read on and comment by midnight on Friday, September 18, for your chance to win. Take it away, Greg! In March of 2022, I had a dentist appointment. After the hygienist hacked away at the plaque and tickled my teeth … Continue reading Three Things I Learned from Publishing Three Books in Three Years — by Guest “Chick” Greg Rhyno
Line cooks and Titans and Bobby, oh my!
Hubs recently told an acquaintance of ours that I’m a Bobby Flay groupie. I’ll admit to being a fan. I even think he’s cute. But that’s not the same as being a groupie. I’ll also admit that I watch many of his shows. I’m especially fond of Triple Threat and Beat Bobby Flay. If you haven’t watched the shows, you won’t know that they’re more … Continue reading Line cooks and Titans and Bobby, oh my!
Lift Up Your Lightsabers!
Last weekend, I went to a public park owned by the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation—the Hollywood Bowl! And yes, you can bring your own food and beverages to picnic with friends and family. I love the open-air venue (and according to her latest memoir, Dolly also thought it was a special place). I remember when I first came to LA, and … Continue reading Lift Up Your Lightsabers!
Guest Chick: Michelle Cullen
Jen here, and it’s always a pleasure to have Michelle on the blog. I’ve been on some recent trips, and I love collecting travel tips. Thanks for sharing your wisdom, Michelle! What Travel Guidebooks Don’t Tell You I love to travel, and with a big trip planned for this fall — part book tour, part visiting friends, part vacation — I’ve realized how much I … Continue reading Guest Chick: Michelle Cullen
I took a deep, sugary dive.
A couple of weeks ago, I made a dangerous discovery at my local Dollartree. I was picking up the stick pretzels that I often buy there when I turned around and saw this… And this… And this and this… It’s like every candy from my childhood suddenly burst to life in front of me. I couldn’t resist purchasing a sample of them to see which … Continue reading I took a deep, sugary dive.
Happy Labor Day from the Chicks!
A heartfelt salute to all. Enjoy the three-day weekend. You earned it! Continue reading Happy Labor Day from the Chicks!
