Photographic Evidence
Left Coast Crime was wonderful. Continue reading Photographic Evidence
Guest Chick: Gigi Pandian
We Chicks are always excited to host one of our fave authors and people, Gigi Pandian. In honor of her brand-new mystery THE LIBRARY GAME, Gigi gives us a behind-the-scenes peek at murder mystery dinner parties–whatever might go wrong? Continue reading Guest Chick: Gigi Pandian
10 Things You Might Not Know About The Orchid Isle
As you may know, the “Orchid Isle” is the nickname for the Island of Hawai‘i, where my new mystery series is set and where I’ve lived half time for the past seventeen years. a Big Island beach It gets its moniker, “the Big Island,” for two reasons: First, calling it by its official name, “Hawai‘i,” would be confusing, since that’s also the name of the … Continue reading 10 Things You Might Not Know About The Orchid Isle
Gone to Left Coast Crime!
Six of the Chicks are currently at Left Coast Crime: Rocky Mountain Hijinks, in Denver, Colorado, which starts today (hence this special Thursday–as opposed to Friday–post!) and goes through Sunday, March 16. For any of you in attendance–or who would merely like to see what we’re up to at this fab con–here’s the schedule for those of us there. (And of course you can find … Continue reading Gone to Left Coast Crime!
Guest Chick: Charlotte Stuart
Today the Chicks are pleased to host Charlotte Stuart, the award-winning author of a host of different mysteries, from laugh-out-loud, to cozy, to traditional, to PIs. And today, she’s giving away a copy of her new book, In$urance to Die For, to two lucky commenters (e-book or paperback, winner’s choice). Huzzah! Take it away, Charolotte! EDITED ON 3/13: We have our winners of Charlotte’s books! … Continue reading Guest Chick: Charlotte Stuart
Mr. Murphy and the Upside Down
Lately the world has gone topsy-turvy, with most of us hanging on for dear life. Amidst all the blame when things go terribly wrong, one individual always gets a Mulligan: Mr. Murphy, of Murphy’s Law fame. In honor of St. Patrick’s Week, here’s a look at a scoundrel hiding in plain sight. Be warned: He’s hard to get rid of. Continue reading Mr. Murphy and the Upside Down
Okay, I’m back. What did I miss?
A while back, I said, “BRB: There’s something I have to go do!” That “something” was moving halfway across the country, back to Austin. I swore it wasn’t a goodbye, just a “see you soon.” Readers, that was six years ago. So, first of all — hi, I’m back! Told you I couldn’t stay away. But the world is such a different place than it … Continue reading Okay, I’m back. What did I miss?
Guest Chick: Rhonda Blackhurst
I’m so happy to be able to welcome Rhonda Blackhurst to Chicks on the Case today. We’ve been friends for a long time. She’s a delight and a constant source of inspiration! [picture Becky waving madly] This year is a milestone for me— I turn the big 6-OH! In any other career, that would be nearing retirement age. And, in fact, I took an early … Continue reading Guest Chick: Rhonda Blackhurst
It’s Miss Marple, not Mrs.
Sometimes I’m pretty forgetful. I’m average smarts and only occasionally brilliant. But this week I remembered reading an article a couple of years ago by some woman who thought herself an expert on cozy mysteries. She started the article by mentioning Agatha Christie and “Mrs.” Marple. I skimmed through the article but could hardly take her seriously. I mean, really? If you’ve read anything by or … Continue reading It’s Miss Marple, not Mrs.
Whirlwind DC Weekend
As a kid, our field trip to the Capitol was to…Sacramento. I always envied those kids on the East Coast who got to visit DC. And even though I’ve been to Malice Domestic a few times, the closest I got to the National Mall was watching it stream by a window. This past President’s Day weekend, though, we traveled to Washington, D.C. to cheer on … Continue reading Whirlwind DC Weekend
Guest Chick: Valerie (V.M.) Burns and Giveaway
We’re so excited to have Valerie/V.M./Kallie join us today! And we’re doubly excited to meet the wonderful dogs in her life! All these cute photos! 🐶 My Favorite Supporting Characters Anyone who’s read my books (or even just looked at the covers) might have figured out that I love dogs. In fact, the dogs on the covers of the Mystery Bookshop Mystery Series were based … Continue reading Guest Chick: Valerie (V.M.) Burns and Giveaway
Mardi Gras Paradin’, Ellen Style
Greetings from New Orleans, where it’s Carnival Season. That’s right, Mardi Gras is one day – Fat Tuesday – but the partying in NOLA starts on the Epiphany, January 6. (Technically, partying is a year-round event here, but I’m talking MG specifics.) When hubby Jer learned this, he said, “Let’s not go for the actual day, when it’s insane there. Why not do the week … Continue reading Mardi Gras Paradin’, Ellen Style
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