Writing is a lot of hard work, but sometimes luck plays a part in our success too. What are some lucky breaks you’ve caught as an author? Maybe it was in the writing, or inspiration, or on your path to publication. Perhaps it affected your sales after the fact. Tell us about one of your unexpected wins. Readers, please share your lucky breaks with us … Continue reading Chick Chat: What’s luck got to do with it?
Lisa here, chirping the happy news that fabulous author and Chicks close friend Diane Vallere is our guest today! Not only is Diane here to tell us about her latest Madison Night mystery, My Nightmare is Yours, but she’s offering insights into how she discovers new books! Continue reading Guest Chick: Diane Vallere
Leslie Karst here, pleased to welcome the marvelous Ellie Alexander to the coop, to talk about the benefits of boredom–something we could all perhaps use a little bit more of. And she’s giving away a copy of her new mystery, A VERY NOVEL MURDER, to one lucky commenter! The Beauty of Boredom When we think about what sparks creativity, a long list might come to … Continue reading Guest Chick: Ellie Alexander
Congratulations to Mary Garback and Sally Fortney, winners in this week’s 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. … Continue reading “Twins, Fried Chicken, and a Lifetime of Mysteries” — by Guest Chick Carmela Dutra (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!)
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
I’m thrilled to welcome Michael Rigg, my Mardi Gras parade whisperer and fellow NOLA chronicler, to Chicks today. He’s been on quite a ride as he anticipates the release of his second Jonathan Gray, M.D. mystery – which is great, BTW! Thanks for the opportunity to update “the Chicks and Krewe” since my last visit on November 5, 2025. What a six-months it’s been! In … Continue reading Guest Chick: Michael Rigg
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?
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
I cannot cook. This malady largely stems from the fact that I do not like to cook and have put only as much effort into learning this skill as is required to keep myself and my two young’uns alive. My cooking style would most aptly be described as ‘how fast can I cook this meal’? (Insert my mom yelling “you can’t cook everything on high.”) “Fast” is a technique that doesn’t work well when cooking but it has worked for me with respect to writing. Continue reading Guest Chick: K.D. Richards
Thanks for having me on Chicks on the Case this week! It’s a blog I’ve always admired, and I’m thrilled to be an invited guest. If you’ve read my bio, you’ve probably learned that I’m an elementary school teacher and a mom of five! Because of this, I’m often asked if the stories I write are for kids. Read on below to learn more… Continue reading Guest Chick: Ashley-Ruth Bernier
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?
