Cynthia Swanson is in Becky’s and Cynthia’s Sisters in Crime Colorado chapter so she comes with our seal of approval … even though she doesn’t write cozies. To make up for that tiny transgression, she is giving away a free audiobook version of Anyone But Her. For a chance to win, please answer this question in the comments: What song, artist, or album from your … Continue reading Guest Chick: Cynthia Swanson and a Giveaway!
Welcome to our first Chick Chat of 2025! The holidays are such a special time…but there’s always a bit of a transition required between joining into holiday cheer and kicking off another year of work. Generally speaking, are you someone who would rather stay in holiday mode or get on with the new adventure already? Do you pack up the decorations asap or linger over those lights a little longer? And what’s your best tip for transitioning from the holidays back to real life?
We are so excited to welcome back our dear friend, the multi-award-winning Catriona McPherson, author of the Dandy Gilver series, Lexy Campbell series, and numerous stand alones. And what a perfectly delicious holiday topic! Enjoy… Make Them Eat Cake There’s a clue right there on the jacket of SCOTZILLA, Last Ditch Mystery No.7, so it’s not a spoiler to say that the setting is … Continue reading Guest Chick: Catriona McPherson
We’re so happy to have Lorie Lewis Ham visit us today! If you don’t know her from her books, you surely know her from her Kings River Life Magazine or the Mysteryrat’s Maze Podcast, both a treasure trove for readers. And if that’s not enough, today she’s also giving away an ebook copy of either of her books to one lucky commenter! My current mystery … Continue reading Guest Chick: Lorie Lewis Ham and a giveaway!
Today, the Chicks are pleased as wine punch to welcome back the marvelous Edith Maxwell, who has a new book releasing next week. Take it away, Edith! My Chickie Inspirations Thanks so much to the Chicks for inviting me back to celebrate the release of Deadly Crush, my second Cece Barton mystery! The book will be out next Tuesday. Since this is the Chicks on … Continue reading Guest Chick: Edith Maxwell
The Chicks are over the moon and clucking with delight to host Guest Chick Keenan Powell. The award-winning author of the acclaimed Maureen Gould Legal Thriller series, Powell is an active member of the crime fiction community, an attorney, and a talented baker. Today, she shares some sweet insights and a chance to win her wonderful latest release. How the Cookie Crumbled AND A GIVEAWAY! … Continue reading Guest Chick + Giveaway: Keenan Powell
Today the Chicks are chatting about books we read as kids that we weren’t supposed to–or at least that we thought were verboten. Hiding in the cellar, reading it under the covers at night? What books did you sneak behind your parents’ backs?
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A warm welcome to Phyllis Betz, who’s the editor of the Writing the Cozy Mystery anthology! Read on to find out why she thinks this collection of essays is so important. Why I Put Writing the Cozy Together Phyllis M. Betz Sherry Harris’ essay in the anthology demands that the cozy be treated with respect. This is the reason why I thought bringing together cozy … Continue reading Guest Chick: Phyllis Betz
We’re so happy to welcome back wonderful author Kim Davis! Kim is the baker behind the delicious website, cinnamonsugarandalittlebitofmurder.com. Today she shares about how the website inspired her cozy mystery career. She’s got a giveaway for one lucky reader too… A huge thank you to Ellen and all the Chicks for hosting me on your blog today! It’s an honor to be amongst such talented … Continue reading Guest Chick: Kim Davis and a Giveaway
The Chicks are super delighted to welcome author Korina Moss, whose fifth Cheese Shop Mystery is out now! (Congratulations!) We’re so excited to get a peek behind the scenes… Thanks for inviting me to be a guest Chick! I’m so excited to have Fondue or Die, my fifth Cheese Shop Mystery, out in the world! This one takes place at the autumn Dairy Days, a … Continue reading Guest Chick and Giveaway: Korina Moss
The Chicks are so thrilled to welcome debut author Asha Greyling. Asha is sharing the inspiration behind her fascinating new book. A vampire-mystery mashup???? Yes, please! Ha, I’m a little nervous about this. I’ve never done anything like it before! Thank you so much to the Chicks team for giving me the opportunity to write a guest post. This year has been one of excitement … Continue reading Guest Chick: Asha Greyling
We’re so thrilled to have DonnaRae Menard stop by today to chat about the multiple ways to be an author. As Becky likes to say, “there are many paths up the mountain.” She’s also offering one lucky commenter the choice of any one of her books. See them all at her website. Thanks to Ellen and Lisa and all the Women on board here who … Continue reading Guest Chick: DonnaRae Menard and a Giveaway
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