Have you ever dreamed of leaving your current life behind, moving to a new city, and opening up a bookstore? I had the good fortune of meeting someone who did just that. In a chance encounter while attending the Malice Domestic Agatha Tea and Closing Ceremonies, I had the good fortune of sitting next to Sam Droke-Dickinson(she/her), owner (with husband Todd Dickinson) of Aaron’s Books. The store is named for their son, Aaron, who was two and a half years old when they opened their business. The bookstore’s tagline is Family Owned. Fiercely Independent. Community Minded. We had a wonderful conversation about her journey from working in Washington D.C. to moving to Lititz, Pennsylvania. I was so intrigued Read More
Old Haunts, New Troubles
You know those friends you haven’t seen in so long? The ones you really miss? And that feeling you get when you finally get to share company again? That’s what I’m feeling right now. We’ve been through some things together, seen some stuff, pulled through some tough times. I should clarify that I’m talking about my imaginary friends. Private investigator Jamie Rush, and her partner, Cookie Hinojosa, are back in Port Alene with a new case, and I’m thrilled to be back in their world. Deuce the wonder bulldog is still charming people wherever he goes (usually at the pub, pier, or beach), and Marty is keeping the drinks flowing at Hemingway’s. Erin’s booking business keeps her hopping, Read More
DAUGHTERS OF BAD MEN Makes BookPeople’s Top Ten Mysteries of 2018!
Making Meike Stuedemann Alana’s List of Top Ten Mysteries of 2018 was a a wonderful way to start this new year! To be in the company of such talented authors is a real thrill. So grateful for Meike and BookPeople for all they do to support crime fiction authors and readers.
https://mysterypeople.wordpress.com/2018/12/28/meikes-favorite-mysteries-of-2018/
DAUGHTERS OF BAD MEN is an Agatha Best First Novel Nominee!
When I received the call that DAUGHTERS OF BAD MEN was named an Agatha Best First Novel nominee, I screamed like an idiot, so excited to hear the news. I think I scared the dog. To be included with so many talented authors is a remarkable thing. I’m enormously grateful.
https://mailchi.mp/cb0dff146733/announcing-the-2017-agatha-nominees?e=35b93e3844
Holiday Book Giveaway!
Who doesn’t love receiving a great read for Christmas? This holiday season, fourteen authors from Red Adept Publishing have come together to offer the chance to win a gift card as well as signed books! From November 29, 2017 through December 12, 2017, we’ll be featuring a Rafflecopter for your chance to win a signed book of your choice, an e-book of your choice, or a $50 Amazon Gift Card! All you have to do is follow each of the 14 authors on Bookbub. And we made it so easy! a Rafflecopter giveaway If you aren’t familiar with Bookbub, it’s a great way to find and follow fantastic authors–and download some of the most popular books for as little Read More