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It's not what we POST that matters. It's what we do. What meaningful action will you take on Friday... next week... and until the problem is solved?

Hollie Smurthwaite talks about her newest, It's Raining Men. She shares insights into her writing process, the balance of humor and romance,and the challenges of finding an audience in a crowded genre. Hear the Convo: soundcloud.com/user-5474348... Get the Book: holliesmurthwaite.com

I'm writing a #SherlockHomes pastiche for my BSE chapter. And I'm more afraid than of anything I've ever been associated with. If you are a patient Holmes developmental editor or story consultant, I would love your DM and your inspiring feedback. I have budget. I want to be good at this. Teach me.

I can't say enough about this amazing debut. @roxiekey.bsky.social Rocks. No two ways about it. Want to learn what a smash-hit debut reads like in the UK? She's released in America and you can catch the spark Here: www.amazon.com/Deadly-Spark...

Roxie Key's UK hit, DEADLY SPARK, gets its US release this week. We welcome Roxie back to dig deeper into her writing life, with some tantalizing clues to her next project. Hear the Convo: soundcloud.com/user-5474348... Get the Book: www.roxiekey.com

I still drink Tang because the astronauts drank it. Only now they call it Metamucil. ;)

There are only two opinions that truly matter. Live so both are proud. #LiveWithPurpose #NoRegrets #StayTrue

Today is the birthday of the great Esther Bubley and this 1943 photo is one of my favorites. Seeing it again, I immediately flashed this critical moment from TWIN PEAKS: THE RETURN.

Josh is the real deal. A dual threat: Great editor. Great writer.

Hope to see you all in Denver!

Award-winning filmmaker Josh Mendoza, creator of "What Still Remains," talks about his genre-bending debut novel, "Shadow of the Eternal Watcher," his journey from screenwriting to fiction, his inspirations, and the magic of the creative process. Hear the Convo: soundcloud.com/user.../josh...

Something for us Victorian Era sleuths: A researcher claims to have identified one of history's most elusive serial killers. people.com/jack-the-rip...

Dru Ann Love, award-winning author, a dedicated book reviewer, and a cornerstone of the mystery community talks reading, writing and love. A visit with one of the writing community's favorite spirits. Hear the Convo: soundcloud.com/user-5474348... Learn more about Dru Ann: drusbookmusing.com

Many of you are new here, so this is my apologies in advance post: I normally try to keep the self promotion to a minimum, but I have a new movie out this week, so sorry if I post about it a little much. We started shooting this week 2 years ago and I'm really excited for you guys to finally see it

See you at #LeftCoastCrime!

In celebration of #BlackHistoryMonth, Dr. Betty Kearse speaks of her extraordinary experience as an Oracle in The Other Madisons: The Lost History of a President's Black Family. Filled with driveway moments. Hear the Conversation: soundcloud.com/user.../bett... Get the Book: www.bettyekearse.com

"As soon as you know you are in prison, you have a possibility to escape." William S. Burroughs

January 2025 #PublishingNews of #Books, #Shortstories, and more, as curated by SMFS President Joseph S. Walker. The Short Mystery Fiction Society Blog: January News from the Short Mystery Fiction Society shortmystery.blogspot.com/2025/02/janu...

My good friend, @olinecog.bsky.social is now on BlueSky! She's a great follow!

Dr. Lori Moore Langdon recounts her path from humble beginnings to a 30 year career as a celebrated pediatrician serving rural patients from equally challenging backgrounds. Hear the convo: soundcloud.com/user.../lori... Get the Book: www.amazon.com/Doctors-Work...

Rejects and retreads, reworked from 20 years of attempting to write something interesting... wrapped in a paranormal mystery. Plus, untold tales from Jessica's first year as a cop. Thanks to my hero, Joseph S. Walker for a kind and generous foreword. www.amazon.com/dp/1955171548

Ending #wednesday, February 5th, #goodreads #giveaway #ebooks of #agatha-nominated Hounds of the #hollywood Baskervilles #goldenageofhollywood #mystery with #humor #basilrathbone #thethinman #nickandnoracharles www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...

Becky Galli introduces an important tool to help us find resilience during the toughest times. Morning Fuel may be the kickstarter you need to help create an extraordinary day. Hear the Convo: soundcloud.com/user-5474348... Get the Book: beckygalli.com

Carla Vergot introduces The Mystery of the Tiles on the Tombstone, book three in her Lily Barlow series. It releases later this year but is available for preorder now through Barnes and Noble. soundcloud.com/user-5474348...

@jenniferannegordon.bsky.social is one of my favorite people.

I'll miss the guy. What a career.

@sacstate.bsky.social Spring 2025 #convocation. #stingersup

Stephen Harrison takes us inside the shadowy corners of Infopendium, his fictional version of Wikipedia in the high tech thriller THE EDITORS. Hear the convo: soundcloud.com/user-5474348...

It has become increasingly clear that the Neil Gaiman we all knew (whether socially or para-socially) was performance art - a character meant to earn the admiration of his peers and an endless string of victims to abuse. And it's clear the abuse was the whole point. Read with caution - but do read.

Don’t retire. Refocus. Some tips on navigating the next chapter. #RefocusYourLife #NextChapterSuccess #MotivationToThrive

Lots of good books are coming out in 2024. Thanks to Colson for inviting our Bluesky debut writers to tell us about theirs.