Mystery novels & stories

What have I been up to?

While the weather's still nice, I'm enjoying many author-related activities. For instance: Last Saturday I had a wonderful time with authors Max Folsom and Kara Lacey. We formed a panel arranged by the Springfield Library, Springfield VT and Sisters in Crime New England. It's such fun chatting with people about the writing life, giving them…Read more What have I been up to?

‘Tis the Season (for murder)

In the spirit of October, I'm posting an old poem of mine from seasons past (sung to the tune of "My Favorite Things"): Mysteries in millions And novels with corpses Bright copper daggers And all the pale horses Brown paper packages dripping with gore These are my favorites So let’s have some more! Cream-colored cupcakes…Read more ‘Tis the Season (for murder)

Just a quick update:

INAUGURAL DERRINGER AWARD FOR BEST ANTHOLOGY FINALISTS The Short Mystery Fiction Society has announced the Finalists for the Inaugural Derringer Award for Best Anthology. Congratulations to all! First finalist listed: Devil's Snare: Best New England Crime Stories 2024, edited by Susan Oleksiw, Ang Pompano, and Leslie Wheeler. Containing my story "A Christmas Cat in the…Read more Just a quick update: