Fries and Alibis is a hilarious cozy mystery by Trixie Silvertale, chock full of all your favorite cozy mystery tropes. You've got a main character as a suspect, a bookstore inheritance, a handscome sheriff, a smarty-pants pet, and a ghost. I mean, what else could you ask for? And the dialog and writing, which is in the first person, is as funny as it is quick-paced. (When available, I use Amazon affiliate links and may earn a commission.) I listened to Fries and Alibis on Audible. The narrator has a throaty voice that really lent itself well to the main character, Mitzy Moon. Here's the video of my full book review. (Did you know I have a YouTube channel of book reviews called Book Blab? Click/tap here to subscribe.) https://youtu.be/ooDltQ-nexo Be sure to subscribe to my Book Blab channel for more book reviews. … [Read more...] about Book Review: Fries and Alibis
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Book Review: A Murder of Crows
A Murder of Crows was my first Sarah Yarwood-Lovett book and I highly recommend it. Her writing is a joy to read. A Murder of Crows is more of a traditional mystery than a cozy, but it has a bit of romance (love triangle!) in it that kept me turning the pages as much of the mystery. #teamjames (When available, I use Amazon affiliate links and may earn a commission.) Here's the video of my full book review. (Did you know I have a YouTube channel of book reviews called Book Blab? Click/tap here to subscribe.) https://youtu.be/Ct860ldvq_A Be sure to subscribe to my Book Blab channel for more book reviews. … [Read more...] about Book Review: A Murder of Crows
Lancaster Loves Local Authors Fest
I was so thrilled to be part of the first local author fest at Pocket Books Shop. The authors fest celebrated writers from Lancaster and the wider Susquehanna Valley. My table was set up on their sweeping porch, and I spent the hour chatting with customers, selling and signing books. I also met other local authors, which is always enjoyable. It's great to make connections and see what everyone's writing. There are some talented and prolific authors in Lancaster County! The weather was gorgeous that day, which just added to the cheerful nature of everyone there. I sure hope I'm invited back, because it was a blast. … [Read more...] about Lancaster Loves Local Authors Fest
Hancock County Art Hop Wrap-Up
The Hancock County Art Hop was a big success. I met many new readers and sold more copies of my books than I expected. Being back in my old stomping grounds was such a delight. My table was set up in the Millsop Community Center, where I spent a chunk of my childhood at all-nighters hosted by the school or in dance recitals that went on for way too long. (Just ask my family members.) The best part? I sat next to my brother, Dr. Louis Martin, who was selling his book, Smokestacks in the Hills: Rural-Industrial Workers in West Virginia. Basically, I got to hang out with him all day, which is a rare treat. I also met other local artists and authors. So much talent in Hancock County! I hope I'm invited back. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mystery Author Nancy Basile📕 (@mediamedusa) … [Read more...] about Hancock County Art Hop Wrap-Up
Vote for ‘A Fatal Fumble’ in Finals
I am honored and tickled to death to say that A Fatal Fumble is a finalist for the Indie Cozy Mystery Book of the Year award at Aconite Cafe. Aconite Cafe has a huge following known as the Cozy Mystery Tribe. They host giveaways, send newsletter, host book clubs, and provide a fun and free space to talk all things cozy. Well, I'm proud to say that A Fatal Fumble made it to the finals after being nominated by my amazing readers. Now, we just need to push it over the finish line. Would you, please, vote for A Fatal Fumble? Voting for the winner is open from Jan. 22 through Feb. 28, 2023. Of course, the sooner you vote, the better! Just go to https://aconitecafe.com/2022finalscmta/ and vote for A Fatal Fumble. While you're there, check out the other amazing finalists. Who knows? You might discover your next favorite author. Did You Know? When I wrote A Fatal Fumble, originally, the story was quite different. There was no land developer. Mary Mitchell behaved in a much more … [Read more...] about Vote for ‘A Fatal Fumble’ in Finals