Nancy Basile - Author

Murder Mystery in the Mountains

jingle bell justice

Listen to Jingle Bell Justice First Chapter

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Want a taste of Jingle Bell Justice but don't feel like downloading or reading the sample? I've got you covered. I recorded the first chapter of Jingle Bell Justice on YouTube. Just hit 'play' and watch (there are fun animations sprinkled throughout), or leave it on in the background while you're cooking or crafting or whatever. https://youtu.be/A4GHvFNTSd0 If you enjoyed this first chapter of my pretend audiobook, I hope you'll enjoy reading the rest of the book. Get Jingle Bell Justice now on Amazon. … [Read more...] about Listen to Jingle Bell Justice First Chapter

Excerpt from Jingle Bell Justice

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I'm so excited to share Jingle Bell Justice with you. I'm busy dotting the Is and crossing the Ts (literally). I really think you're going to love the Christmas setting and the Agatha Christie-like mystery. Jingle Bell Justice will be published on Oct. 18. In the meantime, here's a meaty excerpt for you to enjoy. Excerpt At lunchtime, Robin took a break from unpacking to eat and check her emails. She didn’t expect to find new leads during the holiday season when companies focus on cashing in on Christmas shopping. Companies didn’t care about the number of website visitors until sales slumped in the first quarter of the new year. She could practically hear the tumbleweeds blowing through her email inbox. Her mom’s stuffed shells were heavenly, of course, but heating them up in the microwave proved to be problematic. Pushing the GO button not only made the microwave whir to life, but also zapped the ancient wiring in the farmhouse, causing the lights to flicker. Another item … [Read more...] about Excerpt from Jingle Bell Justice

Title Reveal: River Sutton Mystery #3

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I'm so excited for the next book in the River Sutton Mysteries I'm about to pop. I recently hosted an author takeover in a Facebook group, where I revealed the title for my next book. I've mentioned it's set at Christmastime so you know it's going to be a fun holiday pun. What's inside this package?   🎅Jenn and Deb are ready to open the doors of their new bed and breakfast--Cardinal Cottage. 🎅It's Christmastime in River Sutton, so there's a sleighful of Christmas cheer. 🎅You'll meet a new cast of "guest star" characters and get reacquainted with the regulars. 🎅My cat becomes a character, but his name has been changed to protect his privacy. What's the title of the next book in the River Sutton Mysteries? Scroll down to "open the package"! Jingle Bell Justice! Mark October 18, 2023, on your calendar to make sure you get a copy. Cover reveal and more details to come. If you haven't already, sign up for my newsletter to make sure you get all … [Read more...] about Title Reveal: River Sutton Mystery #3

My Books Aren’t for Everyone, And That’s OK

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There's also been a lot of talk on Bookstagram (the book community on Instagram) about the LGBTQIA community because several Bookstagrammers posted their anti-LGBTQIA sentiments in their posts and their profiles. My books are inclusive because I want them to reflect the world we live in, which includes people of color and people in the LGBTQIA community. I also want my books to be an escape for everyone. I received an email from a reader who downloaded my free cozy mystery, A Shoulder to Die On. Here's what they said: "I started [A Shoulder to Die On] today, but I won't recommend it to my friends nor will I leave a review. I am a straight-laced Christian and I believe in one man and one woman for marriage. I cannot go against my own conscience and beliefs. I doubt that I will finish the book. I'm sorry to disappoint you." Now, this reader didn't disappoint me. And they are perfectly within their rights to feel this way, to stop reading this book, and to not read any of my … [Read more...] about My Books Aren’t for Everyone, And That’s OK