Reading a cozy mystery requires a certain suspension of belief by the reader. Certain common elements are accepted in this popular subgenre and some are not. Let’s examine each one and see what we writers can do about them. Readers, feel free to chime in with your opinions! Dead bodies all over town Ever … Read more
I am excited to announce a new trade paperback edition of WARRIOR PRINCE, #1 in the Drift Lords Series. Inspiration for this action-packed fantasy romance came from the Maelstrom ride at Disney’s Epcot theme park. The tale begins in Orlando and involves sinister theme parks, ancient prophecies, and Norse myths. Published by Orange Grove Press … Read more
You may have noticed that AI, or Artificial Intelligence, is suddenly in the news. This new technology could be a valuable tool for writers. However, authors are concerned about copyright issues since the source material for AI’s algorithms is based on previously published material. The Author’s Guild has a letter calling for AI industry leaders … Read more
This Banana Rum Cake is a deliciously moist cake with a distinct banana flavor. It makes a lovely dessert presentation for company. The recipe makes approximately two cups of glaze. Use extra portions as an ice cream topping or sauté ripe bananas with the glaze in a saucepan. Ingredients CAKE 2 ripe bananas, mashed 4 … Read more
Are you a strawberry fan? Or perhaps you picked too many at the U-Pick farm? Check out my recipe for Strawberry Cobbler on Lois Winston’s Killer Crafts & Crafty Killers blog: https://anastasiapollack.blogspot.com/2023/07/cooking-with-cloris-strawberry-cobbler.html Comments on Lois’s site are welcome!
My latest cozy mystery release, Star Tangled Murder, takes place over July Fourth weekend. Hairstylist Marla Vail and her detective husband Dalton attend a Seminole War battle reenactment at a living history village when the town marshal is murdered. A pearl button is found at the scene of the crime. It’s a vintage design with … Read more
I need your opinions on a change I am considering for the opening of Hair Raiser, #2 in my Bad Hair Day Mysteries. I’m wondering if a less suggestive first page would attract more readers. Please read on and see what you think. Original Version “You must treat her like a lover. Stroke her tenderly, … Read more
I am excited to announce the new trade paperback release of Starlight Child, #3 in The Light-Year Series. This title was previously published by Dorchester and has been revised with added bonus materials. It is also available in digital formats. If you’re a fan of enemies-to-lovers sci-fi romance with a paranormal twist, this is the … Read more
I’m trying something new and will be doing a flash giveaway for an advance reading copy of Keeper of the Rings, one of my earlier sci-fi romances. It’s Indiana Jones meets Romancing the Stone when an archaeologist and her mysterious protector search for a stolen sacred artifact on a distant planet. If you’d like a … Read more
Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there! But a special thanks to my father, Harry I. Heller, for sharing his adventures in his journal titled Thumbs Up. After he died, I edited and published this remarkable account of his 12,000 mile hitchhiking trip across the U.S. in 1929. He didn’t pay a cent … Read more