The Mystery Blog
The Charm (and Chaos) of Writing a Talking Cat Character
Hi, cozy reader friends! This is DeAnna Drake, author of the Purr-fect Relic Cozy Mysteries, and today is extra special for me—I’m celebrating the release of Whiskers and Ciphers, the sixth book in the series, and I’m absolutely thrilled to be back to share a little...
Crime Scenes & Cream Puffs: This Month’s Mystery Line-Up
GIVEAWAY: Because who doesn’t love FREE books? We will pick ONE winner to receive a digital book of their choice from the September mystery releases. Comment down below saying which book you’re looking most forward to reading! Giveaway is open INTERNATIONALLY. The...
Books, Board Games, and Breadcrumbs: Why I Finally Wrote a Cozy Mystery
For as long as I can remember, I have loved a good mystery. As a small child I devoured the Cam Jansen series about a young sleuth with a photographic memory, before eventually transitioning to Nancy Drew. I had stacks of those beloved yellow-covered Nancy Drew books...
A Brush With Murder: Adventure or Danger?
“Don’t worry; we’re having an adventure!” My sister and I grew up hearing our fun-loving mom say ‘We’re having an adventure’ anytime best laid plans went awry. It was her way to spin a wrong turn into an enjoyable side trip. I began writing A BRUSH WITH MURDER knowing...
Who’s New in Apartments 120 + 218 in The Abbey: Senior Living
At the end of Old Habits Die Hard, there were two vacancies to be filled at The Abbey: Senior Living. To recap, The Abbey is a former Catholic parish and school converted to senior apartments and 120 and 218 have new tenants at the start of Dropped Like a Bad Habit....
Bling It On: The Purr-fect Accessories for Your Sleuthy Sidekick 💎🐾🔍
In Bonbons & Burglars, Ava’s new kittens aren’t just chasing clues—they’re doing it in style. That’s right: she gets 2 new mischievous sidekicks that are sporting diamond-studded collars, and honestly? They might be the real divas of the story. So, in honor of our...
Till Death (or a Killer) Do Us Part: Wedding Cozy Mysteries Worth RSVPing For
Weddings are supposed to be joyful celebrations filled with love, laughter, and maybe a few embarrassing toasts—but in the world of cozy mysteries, a trip down the aisle can quickly lead to a trip to the morgue. From runaway grooms to bludgeoned bridesmaids, these...
Why Talking Cats Make the Purr-fect Sleuthing Partners
Hi, cozy reader friends! This is DeAnna Drake, author of the Purr-fect Relic Cozy Mysteries, and I’m thrilled to be celebrating the newest book in the series—Blackmail and Kitty Tails! The confetti’s flying all over my writing room, the celebratory tea is steeping,...
Rings & Revelations: True Stories of Lost Treasures That Rival My Mystery 💍🔎
Engagement rings are much more than shiny jewels; they are symbols of love, commitment, and sometimes, unexpected adventure. In "Vanilla & Vendettas," amateur sleuth and baker Ava Decker learns this all too well when a diamond ring meant to be a sweet surprise...
The Magic Number
Hi, friend! I hope you had a great weekend. I also want to thank you for stopping by to join in the celebration of the release of Dead in the Ditch, the latest book in my Elmo Simpson Mysteries series. Isn’t that a fun cover? I love it. Anyway, you may be...