We’re delighted to welcome author Lucinda Race back to the blog! She’s here with a fun character interview featuring Josie Shaw, the outspoken and charming sidekick from Just Desserts and Murder. Get an inside look at Josie’s personality, her role in the cozy mystery series, and a peek behind the scenes at what makes her such a memorable character.
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Why do we love cozy mysteries so much? Guest author Heather Weidner shares her love of sleuths, puzzles, and all things mystery in this fun tour stop for Teddy Bears and Ghostly Lairs.
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Step into the world of Meg Brightbook, a retired teacher turned amateur sleuth, in GG Calpo’s guest post, “From Finger Paints to Fingerprints.” Meg shares how her sharp observation skills, patience, and curiosity—honed from years in the classroom—help her unravel mysteries and notice the small details everyone else misses. Discover her unique perspective on life, teaching, and sleuthing, and enjoy insights that remind us that even ordinary moments can hide extraordinary clues.
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We’re welcoming cozy mystery author Elizabeth Pantley back to the blog with a spotlight on her latest Magical Mystery Book Club adventure, Critters and Crimes. Stop by and celebrate charming mysteries, quirky clues, and plenty of bookish fun.
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ARC readers are the quiet supporters who help stories find their way into the world. In this post, I share what ARC readers are, why they matter so much to authors, and how simple reader engagement helps books reach the people who need them most.
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I’m excited to welcome S.K. Derban, author of Case of the Curved Staircase, the second book in her Macaroni on Wheels series! Today, she’s sharing a special treat from the book’s world: award-winning musician, cook, and author Slim Man’s mouthwatering Pesto Sauce recipe, perfect for adding flavor to your favorite dishes.
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“February brings cozy mysteries, clever sleuths, and guest author fun to Salty Inspirations! Join Michelle L. Clifton as visiting authors share guest posts, recipes, and must-read mysteries all month long.
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Imperfect characters often make the most unforgettable stories. Guest author Nellie H. Steele stops by Salty Inspirations to discuss why flaws, moral gray areas, and messy human choices create deeper tension and more honest fiction, drawing on themes from her novel Her Last Best Friend.
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Discover the next chapter of Celeste Fenton’s Mysteries of the Heart series with Captive Heart at Brantmar Castle! In this inspiring guest post, Celeste shares her journey of creativity, courage, and pursuing dreams at any age. From writing fiction later in life to finding joy in storytelling, her reflections remind us that it’s never too late to start something meaningful.
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Guest author Sharon Marchisello stops by Salty Inspirations to talk about Trapped and Tested, the second book in her DeeLo Myer Cat Rescue Mystery series. In this post, she shares the inspiration behind the story, the layered meaning of the title, and the real-world issues woven into the mystery.
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