'U' heard it here first from mystery writer Sue Grafton
USA Today (Free subscription) | yesterday
Sue Grafton started with A (A Is for Alibi) and now she's up to U with her 21st alphabet mystery starring indomitable P.I. Kinsey ...
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U is for Undertow by Sue Grafton
Lesa's Book Critiques (Free subscription) | yesterday
Tomorrow is release date for Sue Grafton's U is for Undertow . If you've been disappointed by recent books in the series, don't hesitate to pick this one up. Of course, I'm a cold case fan, so I'm prejudiced, but I think this is the best Kinsey Millhone investigation in recent years. In April 1988, Kinsey accepted an unusual case. Michael Sutton was referred to her by a police detective who thought...
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The Power of No
Murder by 4 (Free subscription) | yesterday
© Dana Stabenow 2009 all rights reserved The first Kate Shugak novel , A COLD DAY FOR MURDER, was published in 1992, and there was immediate interest in Hollywood for the screenrights. Demi Moore and Kate Jackson among other actresses were said to be interested in playing Kate, and one producer offered me $60,000 to make an HBO film. I was and am your typical self-employed writer, I live paycheck...
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Leading Off: Who done it? Monarchs banners spark mystery
Sacramento Bee (Free subscription) | 11/29/2009
There's a mystery taking place at Arco Arena that would make author Sue Grafton proud. We'll call it "B is for Banners." About 10 days ago, the Maloofs announced they would no longer own the WNBA Monarchs. The franchise would be moved or disbanded. Apparently, someone thought their history should be gone, too. If you were at the Kings' victory Friday over the Nets, you may have noticed the...
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Week One Journal
Ah, Sweet Mystery of Life (Free subscription) | 11/28/2009
On facebook, I’m doing daily writing updates, a capsule writer’s journal for my book in progress. I’m putting a clean weekly version of it here both for my easier access and for anyone who might be interested but who isn't on facebook. This journal was inspired by Sue Grafton’s website where she includes journal excerpts for several of her novels. WEEK ONE Saturday, 11/21/09...
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Interview: CAROL HIGGINS CLARK
Chris Well: Learning Curve (Free subscription) | 11/25/2009
From Barnes and Noble Studio: Best-selling mystery author Carol Higgins Clark ( Cursed: A Regan Reilly Mystery ) reveals some of her writing rituals, how she got started, the challenges of writing funny fiction, and what it's like teaming up with her mother, famed mystery author Mary Higgins Clark , for their Christmas stories. Carol Higgins Clark Mary Higgins Clark and Carol Higgins Clark More interviews:...
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Have You Ever Wanted to be a Private Detective? - C J Carmichael
Tote Bags 'n' Blogs (Free subscription) | 11/23/2009
My guy and I were out on a walk this weekend when we passed a woman wearing sunglasses asleep in her car with the motor running. “Mom, waiting to pick up her child,” was my first thought. Mike, however, said, “Maybe she’s an investigator on a stake-out.” I looked at Mike admiringly. “I like the way you think.” I started to wonder, why I hadn’t had the...
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For the Writer on Your List
Paperback Writer (Free subscription) | 11/23/2009
Ten Things That Make Great Gifts for Writers Books: We write them, we read them, we love them. There isn't a single book gift I've received that I haven't wallowed in during the holidays, especially when it's a surprise book. One year a friend of mine filled a stocking with a mug, some packets of hot chocolate mix and some new mystery paperbacks she thought just sounded cool; I discovered three authors...
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Thriller & Suspense Challenge 2010
Reading with Tequila (Free subscription) | 11/20/2009
Thriller & Suspense Challenge 2010 Hosted by Book Chick City Timeline: 01 Jan 2010 - 31 Dec 2010 Rules: To read TWELVE (12) thrillers in 2010 Details: You don't have to select your books ahead of time, you can just add them as you go. Also if you do list them upfront then you can change them, nothing is set in stone! The books you choose can crossover into other challenges you have on the go....
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Can I get a “Hell, yeah!”
Working Stiffs (Free subscription) | 11/19/2009
By Paula Matter Six weeks tomorrow, a new year will begin. I’ll wait while you go look at your calendar. See? Hard to believe, huh? I had to count it three times to make sure I had the time right. Six short weeks. I say short because the older I get, the faster time flies. I’ve noticed that happening over the past few years, but this year really flew by. I’m thinking it’s...
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FREE FICTION: U Is For Undertow by Sue Grafton
Luke Reviews (Free subscription) | 11/09/2009
Another bit of free fiction here at Luke Reviews, we this time are featuring Sue Grafton, famed creator of the Kinsey Millhone mystery series. Her newest book, U Is For Undertow , will be released on December 1st, but here at Luke Reviews we have a special look ahead at the first chapter of the new novel. 1 Wednesday afternoon, April 6, 1988 What fascinates me about life is that now and then the past...
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Celebrate the Author Challenge
Reading with Tequila (Free subscription) | 11/09/2009
Celebrate the Author Hosted by Becky of Becky's Book Reviews 12 Books, 12 Months January - December 2010 The challenge is designed to “celebrate” author birthdays. Choose one author for each month of the year. Read at least one book a month. 12 authors. 12 birthdays. If you like, you can read MORE than that. Read the books IN ANY ORDER YOU LIKE. As long as you've got one book representing...
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Original TBR Challenge
Reading with Tequila (Free subscription) | 11/09/2009
Original TBR Challenge Hosted by MizB's Reading Challenges ** Pick 12 books – one for each month of the year - that you’ve been wanting to read ( that have been on your “ T o B e R ead” list ) for 6 months or longer, but haven’t gotten around to. ** OPTIONAL: Create a list of 12 “Alternates” ( books you could substitute for your challenge books, given that...
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A Conversation with Nancy Pickard
Mysterious People (Free subscription) | 11/08/2009
Winner of the Agatha, Anthony, Barry, Shamus, and Macavity awards, and 4-time Edgar finalist, Nancy Pickard's latest novel, Virgin of the Plains was the Kansas Reads selection for 2009. Nancy, what happened to your first novel? It was, thank the publishing gods, rejected by nine wise publishers. It got me an agent, though, so I love it anyway. It was my apprentice novel and no longer exists in any...
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A Sneak Preview of Sue Grafton's U is for Undertow
Lesa's Book Critiques (Free subscription) | 11/06/2009
Are you anxiously awaiting the December 1 release of Sue Grafton's U is for Undertow ? How about a sneak peek at the first chapter? Thanks to G.P. Putnam's Sons for allowing me to reprint an excerpt. I hope it wets your appetite! 1 Wednesday afternoon, April 6, 1988 What fascinates me about life is that now and then the past rises up and declares itself. Afterward, the sequence of events seems inevitable,...
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