So what happens when a mystery author (me) attends an Agatha Christie-style dinner in an actual mansion? Does she solve the crime and command everyone to gather in the drawing room for the astonishing reveal? Let’s just say I may never get a shot at that guest star role on Murder, She Wrote… Continue reading Whoddunit? No Clue.
The Chicks love so many things — books, fans, mystery conferences, wine, cookies — and each other, of course. But it turns out there are some things we absolutely don’t love and can’t abide. (SPOILER: Dinner with us might exclude the fish and soup courses, and a certain herb).
(The winner in the GIVEAWAY for Curses, Boiled Again! by Shari Randall, who was our guest Chick this week, is Sue Farrell. Congratulations, Sue!)
We’re thrilled to have the charming and talented Shari Randall as our Guest Chick today! Her debut novel, Curses Boiled Again, will be released next week (Jan. 30, 2018). Bestselling author Krista Davis describes Shari’s first entry in the Lobster Shack mystery series as “A fun whodunit full of New England Coastal charm and characters who feel like friends.” Take it away, Shari! Hi Chicks! Thank … Continue reading Team Nancy or Team Trixie?
Maybe the month following the holiday’s spendy extravaganza felt like A Terrible Reckoning. Or maybe you’re saving up for that Special Something and it’s taking forever. Or maybe the dollar just doesn’t go as far as you need it to, generally speaking. Well, you’re definitely not alone. And good news: it’s downright trendy these days to find ways to economize. Let’s pool our best money-saving tricks…please add yours in the comments! Continue reading “Secrets of Saving”
Ever wonder about the story behind some of your favorite book bloggers’ websites? Well, wonder no more because the new year brings a new addition to Chicks on the Case. Once a month we’ll feature an interview with a well-known blogger. Kicking it off today is Mark Baker of the always entertaining review blog, Carstairs Considers. Continue reading Guest Book Blogger: Mark Baker
Most of you may not know (or care), but tomorrow is a banner day for mostly made-up days to celebrate! Here’s a rundown: Tomorrow (January 18) is National Thesaurus Day! Pick a word, any word. It’s National Peking Duck Day! Get Chinese take-out for dinner. It’s National Michigan Day! Raise your hand if you live on the mitten (or above the mitten in the Upper … Continue reading Coffee Day, No Housework Day — What’s On Your Calendar?
On Sunday, the organizer of the 2018 Left Coast Crime Convention announced the nominees for their annual Lefty awards—and we’re thrilled to share the four Chicks made the list! And if that’s not exciting enough, all six Chicks will be attending this year’s conference! Continue reading The Lefty nominations are in!
I’m currently working on a stand-alone mystery where the protagonist is a private pilot, which necessitated research into the world of private aviation. I did an online search and located a few companies at nearby airports, then called them and explained I needed information for a mystery I was writing. And…. nada. No one would talk to me. The one-percenters will be happy to know … Continue reading Ellen goes undercover.
It’s easy to feel inspired at the start of a new year, but what happens when those resolutions and good intentions start to wear off? This week, the Chicks share some of the inspirational quotes that keep them going throughout the year. Write them on Post-it notes, hang them on your refrigerator, or needlepoint them onto a pillow. Then go forth and be awesome!
Continue reading “How to be awesome: A dose of New Year’s inspiration”
We’re thrilled to have Aimee Hix joining us today. She is the author of What Doesn’t Kill You (A Willa Pennington, PI Mystery), which Maggie Barbieri calls “One of the best debut efforts I’ve ever seen.” It’s currently in stores.
Happy New Year! I mean, sort of. I know we’re already eight days into this shiny, new year, but I’m still feeling the little spark of optimism I get each year around this time. This year will be DIFFERENT! This year will be BETTER! This year I will be MAGNIFICENT!
For at least three weeks or so.
The Chicks on the Case are signing off for the holidays to spend time with family and friends, read books and eat cookies. We’ll be back in 2018 with fun posts, some new special guests — and some new book releases! Until then, we wish each of you the very best of the season and much happiness in the New Year. In the meantime, here’s a little holiday quiz to get you in the spirit. Continue reading “Have Yourself a Merry Little QuizMas”
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