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Articles by Abby Collette
ECHO FROM THE STARS: WEEKLY HOROSCOPE NOV. 7
As we enter the second week of November, celestial energies inspire our academic journey, creating a captivating atmosphere across ASU campuses. The stars illuminate our path as we embark on an exciting exploration of knowledge and learning. This week, your vibrant energy and confidence will shine. In your studies, welcome your bold ideas and be open to feedback. Use your self-confidence and leadership abilities wisely, but control impulsive actions.
Community calendar for Nov. 4
Community calendar for Nov. 4 Stop into the Amherst Public Library in November for dinosaur-themed crafts, activities and a Dinosaur Hunt in the Children's Area. Also in November, all ages are invited to visit the first floor Adult Services area or the second floor Children’s Area at the Amherst Public Library to write a note or color a picture for an active service member, veteran, or first responder through Operation Gratitude. All materials will be provided for all ages.
And... Scene! 12 Books That Feature Murders Across Genres
Murders across genres? What’s that? The main thing you’re going to instantly find in this list are books that have a murder in them. But…I didn’t want to only talk about mystery or thrillers, which are the usual genres where you will find a homicide. Across the multiple genres in the publishing world, you’ll find that murders happen quite a lot. Sometimes, they happen at the beginning of a book, creating a spark that starts the storyline.
Best Cozy Mystery Books
If you’re looking for a mystery with little to no violence, a relatable female protagonist you can be an amateur sleuth with, and a little comedic plot, a cozy mystery may be just what you need. Think if your favorite Hallmark or Lifetime feel-good movies teamed up with a mystery and a small town, and you’ll be cuddled up under your favorite blanket with a hot cup of cocoa in no time. Looking for some recommendations? Here are some of the most immersive cozy mysteries.
7 Best Books by Black Authors in 2022 — Hope Magazine
When’s the last time you read a good book? If that question leaves you scratching your head, then it’s time to get into our recommendations for the best books written by Black authors in 2022. Goliath by Tochi Onyebuchi Connecticut Book Award for Fiction winner and Dragon Award Finalist If you are a sci-fi fan, this book is for you. If you are not a sci-fi fan, this book is still for you.
2022 Must-Read Books By Black Authors
CLOSE It’s starting to get chilly outside, and what better way to spend your time indoors than cozied up with a good book! Sometimes it can be hard to find the next book to add to your collection. To make it a bit easier, here are some 2022 must-read books by Black authors: Black Love Matters edited by Jessica P. Pryde Nightcrawling by Leila Mottley You Truly Assumed by Laila Sabreen A Killer Sundae by Abby Collette Breath Better Spent by DaMaris B.
It’s National Read A Book Day! Here Are 2022 Must-Reads By Black Authors
Praise 100.9 Featured Video CLOSE It’s National Read a Book Day! Whether you already have a good book on hand or if you’re still looking, today is the day to dedicate some time to reading. Here is a list of 2022’s must-read books by Black authors: Black Love Matters edited by Jessica P. Pryde Nightcrawling by Leila Mottley You Truly Assumed by Laila Sabreen A Killer Sundae by Abby Collette Breath Better Spent by DaMaris B.
15 of the Best Mystery Romance Books
Mystery and romance are two genres that, in my opinion, pair perfectly together. Often when I’m looking for a novel in one of these genres, I look for mystery romance books that have elements of the other. To me, some of the best cozies are ones with a slow burn romance that plays over a series. And likewise, I always appreciate a romance novel that features a head-scratching mystery as part of its plot.
Some of the most delicious culinary mysteries
By Kobo • April 06, 2022Recommended Reading Food and murder. They don't necessarily seem like two things that would go so well together, but somehow they do. And cozy culinary mysteries are the perfect reads to satisfy your appetite for both delicious food and crime fiction. The amateur sleuths in these mysteries can solve cases and make delicious dishes. And many of these books even include recipes so you can really immerse yourself in the delicious story.
Light Mysteries Offer Fast and Fun Reading
A Game of Cones By Abby Collette Berkley This delightful cozy mystery series is set in an ice cream shop where new flavors abound. And a nice perk is that recipes you can use your own ice cream freezer to create are at the end of the book. Bronwyn Crewse and her family own Crewse Creamery in the little town of Chagrin Falls. Bronwyn, better known as Win, has recently returned to the family business after a successful career in New York City.
The Ten Best Political Thriller Films Ever
By Jon Land February 25, 2021 To commemorate the publication of Margaret Truman's Murder on the Metro, the first Capital Crimes novel by Jon Land, Jon visits the site this week to bestow his list of best polticial thriller films, EVER. From its very inception, Margaret Truman’s Capital Crimes series has excelled at stitching tales of murder and mystery with Washington, D.C. as a backdrop.
15 Must-Read Mysteries and Thrillers by Diverse Authors
The ability to imagine a truly creative mystery or thriller story arc, then make it pop off the page through skillful writing and character development, is anything but easy. On top of that, publishing is a tough industry to break into, even for the most talented of writers. While many deserving writers never achieve mainstream success, it’s certainly exciting to see up-and-coming authors receive positive recognition and climb their way up the bestseller lists.
A DEADLY INSIDE SCOOP
Chandra Skyye brings both female and male characters alive in a pitch-perfect narration that creates larger-than-life characters. When Win returns from New York to Chagrin Falls in order to reopen her family's ice cream shop, a murder takes place, resulting in the police looking at members of her family as suspects. So Win and her best friend, Maisie, set out to do their own sleuthing.
A DEADLY INSIDE SCOOP
by C.J. Box ‧ RELEASE DATE: Aug. 13, 2019 The creator of Wyoming Fish and Game Warden Joe Pickett (Wolf Pack, 2019, etc.) launches a new series starring a female private eye who messes with a powerful family and makes everyone involved rue the day. Cassie Dewell’s been taking a monthly retainer from Bozeman attorney Rachel Mitchell for investigations of one sort and another, but she really doesn’t want to look into the case of Rachel’s newest client.
A Deadly Inside Scoop
“Fun! Fresh! Fabulous! Abby Collette has crafted a delicious addition to the cozy mystery world with her superbly written A Deadly Inside Scoop. Delightful characters and a puzzler of a plot kept me turning pages until the very end. I can’t wait for my next visit to the Crewse Creamery for another decadent taste.”—New York Times bestselling author Jenn McKinlay “A deliciously satisfying new cozy mystery series. It’s got humor, a quirky cast a of characters and ice cream.
A Deadly Inside Scoop
Chapter One Today I was going to touch the stars. Lying on my back, I stared up at my bedroom ceiling. When I'd moved to my own place, the only things I'd taken from my childhood home were the star-shaped glittered cardboard cutouts my grandmother and I had made when I was seven. I hung them as a reminder of what she'd told me-always shoot for the stars.
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