I’m a big fan of BuzzFeed quizzes. Curious which Pink Lady you would be? Wondering what your dessert preference reveals about your inner animal? Ready to help decipher “which celebrity my dad is talking about”? BuzzFeed has your back. Or tells you which famous background you most resemble. Either way, inspired by BuzzFeed, I’ve been thinking about creating my own quiz: a Nosy-O-Meter that measures … Continue reading Nosy-O-Meter
Let’s give a warm welcome to Laura Jensen Walker, who’s back on our blog today! Love that Laura wrote about real-life women and honored them in her historical debut! The Journalist vs. The Novelist (Giveaway) Thanks so much to Ellen and the Chicks for having me back again. It’s great to be here celebrating my historical debut, DEATH OF A FLYING NIGHTINGALE! As an Air … Continue reading Guest Chick: Laura Jensen Walker and #giveaway
I missed the Chicks last week when some of them were in Nashville. Not that I would’ve seen them in person anyway. But, because they were in Tennessee — and I wasn’t! I do get a bit homesick. Not because I’ve ever lived in Nashville. I lived in and around Memphis for most of my life. My brother and his wife lived in Nashville for … Continue reading I’d like to be on the road again
One item on my writer’s bucket list is a police ride along. (That, and the citizens academy. I could never fit it around my kids’ schedules.) I finally found the opportunity to do the ride along through a local silent auction. You better believe I was watching my bid and making sure I won. Here’s a recap of my day with the cops: Police station … Continue reading A Writer’s Bucket List
The Chicks are beyond thrilled to welcome back one of our favorite authors and human beings, Catriona McPherson. Remember how Winston Churchill supposedly said, “Guests and fish stink after three days?” You’re in for a treat as Catriona shares her usual hilarious take on the subject of guests, which plays into the plot of her 16th – yes, you read that right, 16th – irresistible … Continue reading Guest Chick: Catriona McPherson
“The worlds of Hollywood and New Orleans collide in a fantastic whodunnit.” J.C. Kenney, author of the Elmo Simpson Mysteries It’s release day for FRENCH QUARTER FRIGHT NIGHT, the third book in Ellen Byron’s Vintage Cookbook Mystery series! Halloween isn’t just a day, it’s a month of celebrations in New Orleans. Ricki James-Diaz and her friend at Bon Vee Culinary House Museum are ready to … Continue reading Happy Book Birthday to FRENCH QUARTER FRIGHT NIGHT!
Hi, Ellen here, writing from my hotel room. I know Lisa gave you a taste of Bouchercon Nashville. I’m here to give you the whole meal today. I thought I’d do this day by day but honestly, it’s hard to keep the days straight at a con, so there will be some guesswork involved. Here goes nuthin’! WEDNESDAY: I kicked off the day by meeting … Continue reading Greetings from Bouchercon! (Although I’ll be home when you read this)
Howdy, folks! Lisa here, posting from the 2024 Worldwide Mystery Conference in Nashville, TN. Having a fabulous time, although to be honest it’s just a teensy bit overwhelming at times with all the events and fabulous authors and panels and Apple steps. We’re not even midway through here, but here’s a random photo tour so far–more to come from Ellen on Monday! Continue reading Shenanigans mid-Bouchercon 2024: Leprechauns Meet Nashville Hot Chicken
Please join us in welcoming M.S. Greene, author of There’s No Murder Like Show Murder, to Chicks on the Case! We’re so happy to be hosting him today. There are two things I’ve been for as long as I can remember: a theatre nerd and a mystery lover. (And if you count “pizza eater,” there are three things.) So, when I set out to write … Continue reading Guest Chick: M.S. Greene
Here at Chicks, we talk a lot about books—particularly mystery, obviously—but it’s been a minute since we’ve discussed film. It’s on my mind since I’m currently teaching a course that explores the rise and influence of film noir (which has of course adapted numerous crime novels for the screen, so perhaps it’s not that far from our usual beat). We’ll sidestep the whole is-it-a-genre-or-a-style scholarly … Continue reading a slight swerve
Back when it was easy to burn and listen to CDs, my kids continuously tried to pull me into the modern era by curating new music they thought I’d like. They were always spot on and I found tons of good music because of them. The other day I was listening to one of songs—now on my ultra-hip iTunes playlist—my daughter had sent me years … Continue reading Running With Mud In Our Tea
Wow! A lot has happened since I last visited you guys. In February 2023, I was querying for a Literary Agent—and guzzling sweet tea by the gallon. After much soul-searching, in May 2023, I decided to call off the agent quest. My goals had evolved, and I wasn’t set on getting any agent anymore. Instead, I wanted to hold my book in my hand. I … Continue reading Guest Chick: Pam Kyel
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