Happy Book Birthday to ILL-FATED FORTUNE

Hurrah! It’s release day for Ill-Fated Fortune! This is the first book in Jen’s Magical Fortune Cookie series. Praise includes: “This first in a new series featuring a likable Chinese American heroine will appeal to fans of Jenn McKinlay, Eve Calder, or Joanne Fluke.” ―Booklist “I enjoyed all aspects of the pleasantly appealing whodunit.” ―Dru’s Book Musings ABOUT THE BOOK The first in the heart-warming … Continue reading Happy Book Birthday to ILL-FATED FORTUNE

Jennifer J. ChowFebruary 20, 2024March 8, 202419 Comments

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Special Alert: Preorder Deal on Chicks’ Books

That’s right! We’ve got a special going on for all you Barnes & Noble Rewards members. Use code PREORDER25 and get 25% off any preorders! (Print, ebooks, and audiobooks are all included.) Which books do we have lined up for 2024? FEBRUARY 20, 2024 ~ ILL-FATED FORTUNE ~ Jennifer J. ChowThe first in the heart-warming and deliciously mysterious Magical Fortune Cookie series: When Felicity Jin … Continue reading Special Alert: Preorder Deal on Chicks’ Books

Jennifer J. ChowJanuary 24, 2024January 24, 2024Leave a comment

Mysteries

Games Authors Play

When I was 3, my big sis headed off to college. Beyond school and the occasional play date—which meant someone’s mom had to fire up the station wagon or VW Bug and drive across time—it was up to me to amuse myself… Continue reading Games Authors Play

Lisa Q. MathewsJanuary 15, 2024January 14, 202442 Comments

Guest Post, Mysteries

Guest Chick: Linda Lovely

The Chicks are so pleased to welcome the lovely Linda Lovely! Linda is an accomplished writer with 11 books under her belt(!!). Today Linda shares her author origin story and offers wise words about the world of writing. Take it away, Linda! What A Book Club Taught Me About Writing A dozen years back, when I signed a traditional publishing contract for my first novel, … Continue reading Guest Chick: Linda Lovely

Chicks on the CaseNovember 8, 2023November 29, 202328 Comments

Mysteries

And the winner for Best Halloween City is…

Okay, this is a gimme. It’s New Orleans, of course! NOLA never met a holiday it didn’t celebrate on steroids and given its boast that it’s the most haunted city in America, Halloween is particularly popular with those who love to decorate. I’ve spent the last three years here in the Big Easy around Halloween time. I’m that very rare kid who dreaded Halloween growing … Continue reading And the winner for Best Halloween City is…

Ellen ByronOctober 23, 2023October 18, 202328 Comments

Guest Post, Mysteries

Guest Chick: Wendy Tyson/Liv Andersson

Kathy here, and so excited to welcome Wendy Tyson (a.k.a. Liv Andersson, a.k.a. great writer and human person) to Chicks! Wendy is multitalented and multi-series’ed. Today, she talks about the paths we follow and the progress that can be made when following the Wright–or write–way on our journeys. Take it away, Wendy! The Wright Way Thank you for having me here today, Kathi! I’m thrilled … Continue reading Guest Chick: Wendy Tyson/Liv Andersson

Chicks on the CaseOctober 18, 2023February 12, 202625 Comments

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Guest Chick: Kristin Kisska

The Chicks are delighted to welcome author Kristin Kisska, whose debut novel The Hint of Light is out now! Kristin very kindly agreed to answer some of our questions; she’s also offering a giveaway today and will choose one commenter to receive a copy of The Hint of Light. Read on for more! In the wake of her son’s sudden death, Margaret Dobrescu struggles to … Continue reading Guest Chick: Kristin Kisska

Chicks on the CaseSeptember 6, 2023July 22, 202335 Comments

Guest Post, Mysteries

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

Kathleen ValentiAugust 23, 2023August 22, 202349 Comments

Chick Chat, Group Post, Mysteries

Chick Chat: Let’s give it a big thumbs-up!

And by “it,” we mean any and everything that we’re liking, loving and gushing over. See what’s moving us to extend that most majestic of handy digits, then weigh in and share what gets a big thumbs-up from you.
Continue reading “Chick Chat: Let’s give it a big thumbs-up!”

Chicks on the CaseJuly 28, 2023April 4, 202534 Comments

Guest Post, Mysteries

Guest Chick + Giveaway: Sybil Johnson

Kathy here, and thrilled to welcome guest Sybil Johnson to the coop! Sybil and I were previously chicks of another flock, and she was one of the first authors to welcome me to the warm, wonderful world of this writing/reading community. Today this talented writer and artist worries over worrying. She’s also giving away a book to five lucky readers! Just chime in to enter. … Continue reading Guest Chick + Giveaway: Sybil Johnson

Chicks on the CaseJune 28, 2023July 22, 202334 Comments

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Happy Book Birthday to HOT POT MURDER!

Yes, it’s release day for Hot Pot Murder! Hooray, Jen! Here are a few reviews for fun:“Great characters and a delightful mystery filled with luscious descriptions of food.”—Kirkus Reviews “The second installment of Chow’s cozy mystery series set at a California market, Hot Pot Murder is as charming and delightful as the first…Spending time with these characters is a treat, but—full warning—this book will make you hungry.”—Parade … Continue reading Happy Book Birthday to HOT POT MURDER!

Jennifer J. ChowJune 6, 2023June 5, 202328 Comments