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Mysteries

“Twins, Fried Chicken, and a Lifetime of Mysteries” — by Guest Chick Carmela Dutra (Giveaway!)

Marla here! Leslie and I ran into the awesome Carmela Dutra at Left Coast Crime this year, and as Chicks, we couldn’t help but notice her adorable chicken-themed swag. So of course we invited her to come visit the blog! Carmela’s Food Truck Mysteries feature twins who run the “Kluckin’ Good” food truck. Read on for the inspiration behind her series and enter to win a … Continue reading “Twins, Fried Chicken, and a Lifetime of Mysteries” — by Guest Chick Carmela Dutra (Giveaway!)

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Mysteries

“The Magical Power of Being a Reader” — by Guest Chick Cindy Brown (Giveaway!)

Marla, here, introducing my wonderful friend Cindy Brown. I’ve known Cindy since my first Left Coast Crime back in [mumble mumble]. You may know Cindy from her delightful Ivy Meadows Mysteries, set in the world of theatre, or her “Slightly Silly News,” but Cindy’s new book takes on a more serious tone and I can’t wait to read it! Today, she’s talking to you, dear … Continue reading “The Magical Power of Being a Reader” — by Guest Chick Cindy Brown (Giveaway!)

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Guest Post

Guest Chick: Tori Eldridge

Jen here. It’s always a pleasure to host our current guest… You had me at cowboys in Hawai’i, Tori! Take it away! Paniolo Dreams: My Quest to Cowboy in Hawai‘i Rage Hey, Jen, mahalo for inviting me back on fab Chicks on the Case blog. I’m hyped on adrenalin because my newest Ranger Makalani Pahukula mystery just hit the shelves, and this one is set … Continue reading Guest Chick: Tori Eldridge

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Mysteries

Chick Chat: Where should we all go next?

With Left Coast Crime and Malice Domestic behind us, and all of us living in different parts of the country, it’ll probably be a while before we get to see each other in person again. So let’s plan a hypothetical Chicks retreat — and everyone’s invited! So, Chicks: where would we go and what role would you volunteer for? Readers, you should chime in on … Continue reading Chick Chat: Where should we all go next?

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Giveaway, Guest Post, Mysteries

Guest Chick: CB Wilson

Please join us in welcoming CB Wilson: gemologist, dog lover, and author of the Gem Hunters Mysteries and the Barkview Mysteries! CB has graciously provided a giveaway today, so please read on and reply below to be entered. What is a diamond specialist, really? A geologist who understands how carbon transforms under pressure deep within the earth? A trained gemologist who can grade clarity, color, … Continue reading Guest Chick: CB Wilson

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Chick Chat, Group Post

Chick Chat: What hobby brings you joy?

What do we do when we’re not solving murders on paper? Some of us are artsy-craftsy, some of us are active types, and unsurprisingly, a lot of us are readers, too! Read on to hear what things the Chicks love to do just for fun — and tell us yours in the comments!  Ellen Byron I love/live to dance and read, so I’ll classify them … Continue reading Chick Chat: What hobby brings you joy?

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Guest Chick: Molly MacRae

CONGRATS TO LYNN CARLSON, winner of Molly’s Haunted Shell Shop mystery! Today the Chicks welcome the marvelous Molly MacRae, author of the Haunted Shell Shop Mysteries, the Highland Bookshop Mysteries, and the award-winning, national bestselling Haunted Yarn Shop Mysteries. Today she talks pets–both in her home and in her books. And there’s a GIVEAWAY of one of her Haunted Shell Shop mysteries to one lucky … Continue reading Guest Chick: Molly MacRae

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Leslie Karst

Happy Release Day to Leslie!

Happy book birthday to Leslie Karst, whose newest Orchid Isle mystery, MURDER, LOCAL STYLE, releases today–hurrah!  About Murder, Local Style:  Retired caterer Valerie Corbin investigates a suspicious poisoning in this Orchid Isle cozy culinary mystery, featuring a feisty queer couple who swap surfing lessons for sleuthing sessions in tropical Hilo, Hawai‘i.A dinner to die for! It’s been an eventful transition, but retired caterer Valerie Corbin … Continue reading Happy Release Day to Leslie!

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Giveaway, Guest Post

Guest Chick: Maddie Day

Marla here, welcoming Maddie Day back to the blog. One of the most fun parts about having guest Chicks is learning the interesting backstories of our fellow cozy mystery authors, and today’s story is the perfect example. Read on to hear about the time Maddie took on a traditionally male-dominated job — and comment for a chance to win a copy of A POISONOUS POUR! … Continue reading Guest Chick: Maddie Day

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Guest Chick: Michelle L. Cullen & #Giveaway

Jen here. Excited to host Michelle on the blog today! We did a recent panel together, and I’m excited about her debut mystery. A cross-generational sleuthing duo? Yes, please! Michelle has also enjoyed the exciting traveling life of her main character Harry–see her amazing pics below! Who’d have thought that thirty minutes on a Saturday morning as a kid in front of a TV would … Continue reading Guest Chick: Michelle L. Cullen & #Giveaway

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Book Birthday, Mysteries

Happy Book Re-Birthday: Terror in Taffeta

Join us in celebrating a very special book birthday with Marla Cooper! Today marks the relaunch of her Destination Wedding Mysteries. Originally published in hardback by St. Martin’s, TERROR IN TAFFETA is now available in paperback for the first time ever! Amazon | Goodreads ABOUT THE BOOK: Wedding planner Kelsey McKenna is just a few hours away from wrapping up her latest job: a destination … Continue reading Happy Book Re-Birthday: Terror in Taffeta

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