Mystery on Cherry Street
Just how much do writers’ childhood memories shape the people–and authors–they become? Oh, hardly at all. Really. Take Lisa, for instance… Continue reading Mystery on Cherry Street
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New England Authors on a Roll: Crime Bake 2025
Lisa here, just back from the weekend’s amazing-as-always New England Crime Bake 2025 conference. Since it’s my day to post here on Chicks, and I’m still bleary-eyed (in a good way), I thought I’d share a few of my terrible but heartfelt photos. (Apologies to all up front.) Continue reading New England Authors on a Roll: Crime Bake 2025
Your New Go-To Summer Recipe: Pre-heat Oven to 4000 Degrees
It’s July, and most of us are baking. No, not whipping up fabulous snacks in our kitchens. Just…in general. Some of us Chicks have had it up to our feathery necks with the soaring summer temps, smoky skies and endless rains of the New Normal. Grab an ice pack from the freezer and read on… Continue reading Your New Go-To Summer Recipe: Pre-heat Oven to 4000 Degrees
The Little Things: Authors and Readers Survival Edition
Welcome, world-weary (wary?) Chick friends. News got you down? Sometimes it’s the little things that can help us feel better when life gets tough… Continue reading The Little Things: Authors and Readers Survival Edition
Guest Chick: DonnaRae Menard
It’s always fun when we Chicks get the chance to host prolific author DonnaRae Menard. Today DonnaRae is back to tell us about her latest mystery THE AFFILIATE: A Postmaster on the Case Mystery. Take it away, DonnaRae! Continue reading Guest Chick: DonnaRae Menard
All About that Flair
What time is it, Mystery Fans? It’s conference time! Some of us Chicks and many other authors and readers are currently driving and training and flying the skies fantastic. Or not so fantastic. But whether you’re packing or unpacking your bags—or following the festivities from home—here’s one Chick’s opinion on that must-have wardrobe item: Flair! Continue reading All About that Flair
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
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
Flying Strong
Lately some of us Chicks have shared experiences from our childhoods that helped shape our lives. Today it’s Lisa’s turn, inspired by the recent tragedy over Washington, DC that included the loss of 14 promising young figure skaters, their families and coaches… Continue reading Flying Strong
Guest Chick and Giveaway: Jennifer K. Morita
Happy Almost-Thanksgiving, Everyone–and do we Chicks have a pre-feast treat for you! Debut author Jennifer K. Morita is here to tell us about the inspiration behind her brand new mystery: GHOSTS OF WAIKIKI. The book is already amassing rave reviews–AND Jennifer is generously offering a #GIVEAWAY to one lucky commenter. Take it away, Jennifer! Continue reading Guest Chick and Giveaway: Jennifer K. Morita
Confessions of a Failed Multi-Tasker
This week officially kicks off the holiday season, and you know what that means. No matter how prepared we think we are (or not), we’re all going to be busier than ever! And for some of us, the end-of-year stretch may be extra challenging… Continue reading Confessions of a Failed Multi-Tasker
Ghosts in the Machine
Lisa ain’t afraid of no ghosts. Not one neon-green, ectoplasmic drop. Poltergeists, on the other disembodied hand, are a completely different ball of candle wax. This all-true haunted tale from a few Octobers back offers a warning that bears repeating. But who you gonna call? (Maybe not Lisa.) Continue reading Ghosts in the Machine
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