Guest Chick: Judy Penz Sheluk

Lisa here, delighted to play hostess today for amazing mystery author, anthology editor, and indie publishing expert Judy Penz Sheluk. Welcome back to Chicks, Judy–and hold onto your feathers, Everyone, because Judy’s here to tell us about her new step-by-step guides (1 recently published, 1 coming soon) that are sure to provide both inspiration and information to countless aspiring (and veteran) authors, no matter which publishing path they choose. Continue reading Guest Chick: Judy Penz Sheluk

Guest Chick: Kathleen Donnelly and a Giveaway!

Becky here to introduce you to my friend Kathleen Donnelly. We’re both in Colorado and in the same Sisters in Crime chapter. We once did a field trip to a locale where Kathleen put her adorable Sparky and Gracie through their paces to find the narcotics she had hidden. Absolutely fascinating to see her and the dogs work. In addition to having smart and adorable … Continue reading Guest Chick: Kathleen Donnelly and a Giveaway!

Guest Chick: Edith Maxwell, aka/Maddie Day & #giveaway!

Hi, Ellen here! It’s always a treat to host my pal, the fabulous and prolific Edith/Maddie. Today she took on not one, not two, but three writing challenges. I get out of breath just thinking about trying to keep up with her! Read all about wine and mittens and local food here… (I’m particularly excited about the wine part, wink wink.) And Edith is giving … Continue reading Guest Chick: Edith Maxwell, aka/Maddie Day & #giveaway!

Guest Chick: Vicki Delany

Today the Chicks are pleased as Christmas punch to welcome the fabulous Vicki Delany, author of more than 50 (yes, you read that right) books, with a new one coming on Sept. 19th: Have Yourself a Deadly Little Christmas. Take it away, Vicki! TOO MUCH CHRISTMAS? NOT IN RUDOLPH, NEW YORK. Most of us would agree that Christmas can come too soon. We complain (I … Continue reading Guest Chick: Vicki Delany

Guest Chick: Rosalie Spielman

Today the Chicks are happy to host the marvelous Rosalie Spielman, who has TWO new releases this fall: Hallo-waiian Murder Mystery (Oct. 3) and Murder Comes Home (Nov. 7). Not only that, but she’s been packing up her daughter for college–both figuratively and literally–and has a terrific take on the experience for us today. Take it away, Rosalie! CAR TETRIS I packed up my second … Continue reading Guest Chick: Rosalie Spielman

Guest Post: Libby Klein

If you’ve had the joy of meeting/knowing/hanging out with Libby Klein, you know that she is an absolute delight. If you haven’t, it’s your lucky day as we welcome this fabulous author and awesome human being to the blog. Today, Libby gives us her true Halloween confessions. Take it away, Libby! I was a child of the seventies. In my day, few people celebrated Halloween … Continue reading Guest Post: Libby Klein

Guest Chick: Josette Covington

A warm Chicks welcome to Josette! She’ll be sharing today about the power of community and connection. Find your people, friends! With a Little Help from My Friends I’m a loner by nature. Whether it’s watching a movie or finishing a project at work, I prefer to exist on my own little island. Which is one of the things that drew me to writing. I … Continue reading Guest Chick: Josette Covington

Guest Chick: Marjorie McCown

Ellen here, thrilled to introduce you to Marjorie McCown, a fellow vet of the entertainment industry. Marjorie’s terrific new book, Final Cut, is inspired by her decades of work as a film costume designer. And she’s doing a giveaway for a copy of her book! My thanks to Ellen Byron and the other distinguished authors of this wonderful blog for inviting me to guest post … Continue reading Guest Chick: Marjorie McCown

Guest Chick: A.J. Devlin

We have a very special treat for you today: please join us in welcoming A.J. Devlin, the multi-award-winning author of the “Hammerhead” Jed professional wrestling mystery-comedy series! Keeping it Kayfabe What a thrill to visit CHICKS ON THE CASE! When Ellen asked me if I would be interested in writing a guest blog post, of course I jumped at the chance. But it didn’t really … Continue reading Guest Chick: A.J. Devlin

Guest Chick: Rhonda Blackhurst

We Chicks are absolutely delighted to welcome Rhonda Blackhurst for a visit today. She writes the Melanie Hogan mysteries, with her beauty salon protagonist, and a little chickie tells me there’s a new cozy series in the works! Goal Setting: Then and Now Lessons in goal setting began way back in high school, with the suggestion of setting short-term and long-term goals: 30 days, one … Continue reading Guest Chick: Rhonda Blackhurst

Guest Chick: Leslie Budewitz

The Chicks on the Case are thrilled welcome author pal Leslie Budewitz to the blog. Just out this week is the seventh entry in Leslie’s Spice Shop mystery series. What Chick Jennifer J. Chow said about the book: “In Between a Wok and a Dead Place, Leslie Budewitz serves a literary feast showcasing Seattle’s Chinatown-International District—spiced with murder. A complex mystery peppered with delectable recipes, inspiring quotes, … Continue reading Guest Chick: Leslie Budewitz