#mystery writer

[slvee]

Oops, now you're a villain

reblog with a spoiler for your wip with zero context. no context allowed.

[theplotmage]

Murder Mystery, Occult, Paranormal & Fantasy Prompt Ideas for Writers

1. The Cursed Amulet - A wealthy collector is found dead after acquiring a cursed amulet. The protagonist must uncover the artifact’s dark history to solve the murder.

2. Blood Moon Ritual - During a blood moon, a prominent figure is sacrificed in a forbidden ritual. The investigator discovers a cult trying to summon an ancient deity.

3. Witch’s Grimoire - A renowned witch is murdered, and her grimoire is stolen. The book contains spells powerful enough to alter reality.

4. Haunted Manor - Guests at a secluded manor start dying mysteriously. It’s said the house is haunted by vengeful spirits from a tragic past.

5. Necromancer’s Revenge - A necromancer brings people back from the dead to seek revenge on those who wronged him, resulting in a string of murders.

6. Sorcerer’s Apprentice - An apprentice sorcerer is killed during a magical experiment gone wrong. The protagonist must navigate a web of magical deceit to find the killer.

7. Alchemical Poison - A series of deaths caused by an untraceable poison leads to an alchemist who’s using forbidden knowledge.

8. The Phantom Assassin - A shadowy figure with supernatural abilities is killing off members of a secret society.

9. Demon Pact - A series of murders mimic those described in an ancient text about summoning a demon. The protagonist suspects a pact with dark forces.

10. Arcane Library - A librarian is found dead in a magical library where books can come to life. The books themselves hold clues to the murder.

11. Midnight Masquerade - At a masquerade ball, a guest is killed, and the murder is linked to an ancient ritual involving the masks.

12. Sacred Relic - A sacred relic is stolen, and those connected to its theft are being murdered by a guardian spirit.

13. Time-Worn Curse - An old curse reawakens, killing the descendants of the original cursed family. The investigator must break the curse to stop the murders.

14. Vampire’s Thrall - Murders in a town coincide with the arrival of a charismatic stranger who may be a vampire seeking revenge.

15. Elemental Fury - A mage controlling elemental forces is killing people who wronged him in the past. Each murder is committed using a different element.

16. Runic Inscription - Victims are found with runic inscriptions burned into their skin, leading the protagonist to an ancient prophecy.

17. Ghost Ship - A ship thought lost at sea reappears, its crew murdered. The investigator discovers the ship’s cursed history.

18. Puppet Master - An enchanted puppet is killing those who mistreated its creator, a deceased toymaker.

19. Celestial Alignment - Murders align with celestial events, suggesting a ritualistic pattern. The protagonist races against time to prevent the next murder.

20. Shadow Realm - Victims are being dragged into a parallel shadow realm, their bodies found drained of life.

21. Enchanted Forest - People who enter a forbidden forest are found dead, their bodies entwined with enchanted vines.

22. Murderous Djinn - A djinn, bound to an artifact, is killing people who come into possession of it.

23. Spellbound Love - A love potion gone wrong leads to obsessive love and murder.

24. Seer’s Vision - A seer predicts their own murder and enlists the protagonist to prevent it, but the future seems immutable.

25. Ritual Dagger - A dagger used in ancient sacrifices is rediscovered, and each person who touches it is killed.

26. Charmed Life - A person with a charm for eternal life starts aging rapidly and dies under mysterious circumstances.

27. Mystic Tattoo - A tattoo artist’s clients are being murdered, their tattoos turning into deadly curses.

28. Dragon’s Curse - A dragon’s curse starts killing those who stole from its hoard.

29. Mirror of Truth - An enchanted mirror reveals the darkest secrets of those who look into it, leading to a series of murders.

30. Ghostly Whisperer - A medium is killed by a spirit they summoned, who continues to haunt and kill.

31. Warding Sigil - A town’s protective sigil is broken, unleashing vengeful spirits on the townspeople.

32. Sorcerer’s Duel - A duel between powerful sorcerers results in one’s death, but the victor’s life is now in danger.

33. Forbidden Love - Star-crossed lovers from rival magical factions lead to a series of revenge killings.

34. Haunted Heirloom - An heirloom brings death to the family that inherits it, linked to an ancestor’s dark pact.

35. Shapeshifter’s Hunt - A shapeshifter is targeting a specific group, blending in seamlessly until the protagonist uncovers their true nature.

36. Arcane Academy - A student at a magical academy is killed during a spell-casting exam, and the murder is linked to a dark secret of the school.

37. Spectral Assassin - An assassin’s ghost seeks revenge on those who betrayed him in life.

38. Illusionist’s Game - An illusionist’s final trick results in real deaths, with magic and deception intertwining.

39. Golem Rampage - A golem goes on a killing spree, and the investigator must find its creator to stop it.

40. Philosopher’s Stone - A hunt for the philosopher’s stone leads to deadly competition and betrayal.

41. Mystic Caravan - A traveling caravan brings death wherever it goes, linked to an ancient curse.

42. Sealed Tomb - An ancient tomb is opened, releasing a vengeful spirit that begins killing those responsible.

43. Moonlit Beast - A werewolf’s attacks coincide with the full moon, but this werewolf is being controlled by someone with dark intentions.

44. Soul Harvest - Victims are found with their souls extracted, leading to a dark sorcerer seeking immortality.

45. Witch Hunt - A series of witch trials results in the wrongful deaths of innocents, whose spirits now seek vengeance.

46. Crystal Prophecy - A prophecy within a crystal ball foretells murders, but the seer is manipulating events to fulfill it.

47. Enchanted Theater - Actors in a theater troupe start dying in ways that mimic their cursed roles.

48. Dark Covenant - A secret society’s members are being killed off one by one, linked to a broken blood pact.

49. Doppelganger’s Curse - Victims are replaced by malevolent doppelgangers who are committing murders in their place.

50. Forgotten Sanctuary - An ancient sanctuary is disturbed, releasing an entity that begins killing those who desecrated it.

[fandomnerd9602]

Cairo: sounds like you got a mystery novel in the works

Y/N: I’m literally trying to solve a real life murder

Cairo: that’s just set dressing. I can’t wait to see the twists and turns in your story

Y/N: aren’t you worried?

Cairo: just come back to me, okay?

She gets up on her knees and undoes one of her buttons…

Cairo: I need you to come back

Y/N: yes ma’am

The two share a kiss

For @jacelion

[itsawritblr]

WTF is it with Kembleford?

Atheists just fucking flock there. More than half the people Father Brown meets say, "I don't believe in God." And he's like

And gays! It's like every lesbian and gay man in the UK shows up in the village sooner or later. And Father Brown is all

It's like word got out that Kembleford has the least judgemental priest in Christendom, one who doesn't stick to the Rules very much, so everyone moves to the village.

Not sure what G.K. Chesterson would think, but speaking as a life-long atheist I'd love to have tea and Mrs. McCathy's award-winning strawberry scones with Father Brown.

[keyboardwhisperer]

Me researching to write accurate crime: time to get on a watchlist‼️‼️

[beaujuniperbooks]

Welcome to the world of Savor, a restaurant where culinary dreams collide with a shocking reality. In this tale of intrigue and redemption, you’ll meet Sadie, a renowned chef whose passion for food is threatened by a sinister plot. You’ll also meet Juniper, a sharp detective whose investigation leads her into the heart of a culinary conspiracy. Join them on a journey that will reveal the bitter truth hidden beneath the surface of gourmet cuisine, where envy and betrayal simmer, and every bite holds a secret.

Paperback edition is still processing but will be available soon!

Available free on Kindle Unlimited.

Total Pages: 39

Genre: Cozy Mystery

[slvee]

Sometimes I get really into the zone while writing and end up being unable to stop myself and then the next thing I know I've written 10k words in a few hours and it just feels like this

It's like I'm possessed I can't help it I'm not even doing anything at that point I'm at the mercy of my creative mind

[moremysteriesthantragedies]

In a way, there are more mysteries than tragedies

About The Author \ My Ko-Fi

Hi hi! I'm Rocky, a twenty year old plural transman (he/him) who loves writing horror mysteries, but I tend to dabble depending on what a story needs. As long as it lets me get my feelings or vision down on the page. I am a lover of villains or morally gray characters, and, in recent years, have used them to critique the idea of the "perfect victim", purity culture, and society's treatment of neurodivergent folk. I also love including plural and queer themes in my work, especially ones exploring trans and aroace experiences. It's so nice to meet you!

A Fair Warning, Weary Traveler

This is not a place for minors, there be horny people here! Yes, I often write about dark topics such as abuse, trauma, and bigotry, but it's never romanticized. I am anti harassment and anti censorship, but the romanticism of things such as abuse makes me deeply uncomfortable. I will block and sometimes discuss this topic, but I will never directly mention other users, as that'd go goes against everything I stand for. My policy is block and move on. I'm plural and trans. If I see you reblogging things that are antagonistic towards systems or trans folk, I will block.

With that out of the way...

Feel free to peruse the stories I have posted online and my WIPs, or even ramble in my inbox about your own. I promise I won't bite! Seriously, if you are desperate to get more people talking about your story, please do not be afraid to chatter about it to me.

Posting Schedule

Current WIPs

Infernal Serenade

3 Books | R | Horror/Mystery

When a local jogger, Quentin, befriends Bradi, a bratty college student who lives on the curb, Quentin soon realizes demonic forces may be haunting the peppy man. Yet, Quentin may not be all that he seems, and continues his relationship with Bradi regardless of these concerns.

Playlists

Strange Summer | Spring Cleaning | Demons In Human Clothes | I Think We Killed Santa Claus

The Crimson Bride

Ao3 / Wattpad | R | Horror/Romance

"It's always there, waiting, watching."

A transman named Florence and his partner Max process their trauma through a series of several strange dreams all featuring a nightmarish version of Max. A story about sexual and religious trauma and how it can affect one's relationships and view of others.

Sleep Laughing

Ao3 / Wattpad (soon) | R | Horror/Mystery Character Study

"But, to him, I was sleep laughing."

A villain trapped in his own underground base with a bunch of "so called" heroes, what could possibly go wrong? A sci-fi Hell that spirals deeper into the pit with the villain's experiences, memories, and dreams, intertwining into one big tangled thread until even we don't know the difference! You wanna ride?

Taglist: @new-royston-cursebreakers

The Breeding Grounds

To Be posted | PG-13 | Absurdist comedy

"The concept of vanity has gone to the dogs!"

A group of four dogs compete in a reality television show to make it into The City of Divine Visage. Through several competitions and the use of a machine, they must pair up to prove they can make the most beautiful pup and are, therefore, worthy of the city and all the opportunities it can provide.

The Diary of Spinel Bamford

To Be Posted | PG-13 | Murder Mystery

"Growing up is hard, but especially for the antichirst."

The antichirst finds himself in the middle of a murder mystery when people start dropping like flies within the Bamford manor. It is up to the powerful child to find the culprit and put an end to this violence once and for all, before his beloved mother or clumsy uncle are thrown into the crossfire.

Afterlife Dogs Story (Placeholder)

To Be Posted(?) | PG-13 | Mystery/Drama

"Finding acceptance in the most unexpected of places."

In a world full of anthro dogs and multiple religions, all celebrating seperate gods, Ris and Pebble try to break away from the religions they were born into to find acceptance. Ris struggles with her lack of sexual attraction in a religion focused on these connections, and Pebble struggles as a trans woman in a religion that views this as a sin. Together, they join the religion of bliss behind their families' backs, surprised by what they find as a result.

Stuff I like

Mouthwashing (video game)

Lackadaisy (indie show)

The Amazing Digital Circus (indie show)

I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream (short story)

Horror content in general

Dark pop, bedroom pop, electronic, and rock music

Villain x hero; romantic, queerplatonic, best friends, doesn't matter

Color symbolism

Plural tag system

#essie🐈, #mel, #desmond💘, #meyer🔨

[owltypical]

is this too much of a deep cut

[katiecanblog]

Kind of want to write a mystery story featuring a gay and deaf (or maybe mute) private investigator.

Inspired by Gay Perry from Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Theo Dimas from Only Murders in the Building, and Richard Jury from Martha Grimes's mystery series.

[lyiswriting]

This is a something I have in my works that I would like to keep working on. Opinions are welcomed, there are many things I would like to change but soon.

This was inspired by "Radio Killed the Video Star" Not spell or grammar checked

Charlotte sat in her high school drama classroom as the sun came in through the window. The teacher goes on about a new project, to research old topics related to entertainment. Of course, many already jumping at the topic of TV gaining color or just the creation in general. Once home she thought about the project, what could she do that was different? This was supposed to be fun, but having so much range made it harder. That night she stayed up like usual going through channels until she stumbled upon something interesting “The Nightlight Show” She remembered hearing about this from her grandfather.

She thought he mentioned it was a radio show though. She watched on, a female lead. It felt so different, she was gorgeous, making jokes and skits even had fictional characters. The episodes weren’t long but with her tone, it was obvious she was reading off of something. The next morning she asked about it “Oh, that old thing? Once TV was created they switched. You know many people believe that the woman…Nancy! Nancy Ross. That she wasn’t the same girl on the radio.” Her grandmother Alice laughed “Hey! I’m one of those people! You saw how tragic her death was?” Grandpa Fern responded.

“She was attacked in her dressing room by a crazy fan Fern. Get over it… your grandfather was a big fan” Grandma Alice said as she shook her head. “There was foul play there Alice I’m telling you! Radio Nancy and TV Nancy weren’t the same girl. Everyone said it!” this is it. This was going to be her project. She searched online but there was so little on a show that seemed to be so big in its time. She almost gave up until she stumbled upon something. “Nancy Killed Herself” was the title of the post.

Everyone who grew up with grandparents probably knows about The NightLight show. Created for those who worked or couldn’t sleep at night, it had a light tone to it not too childish made for adults. Many should know the rumor that TV Nancy and Radio Nancy weren’t the same person. Why did people have that thought? Because they didn’t sound the same. That and people say that there was always another woman around Nancy guiding her. Not a lot of evidence behind it, but we all know Nancy Ross was found dead in her dressing room minutes before airing. If there were two Nancy’s, what’s to say that one didn’t kill the other?

Not only that, but the things in Nancy's dressing room were weird. Her make-up had gone missing, her face smashed into her vanity. Oddest of all? The ritualistic things found in the room, many think it was just a crazed fan trying to do some kind of blood pack. But if there were two Nancy’s what’s to say that one didn’t try to replace the other? Cults and Rituals were always very much a thing. Especially in those times, it doesn’t help that everything related to The Night Light Show was pulled. Once they had found a replacement the show went off the rails with two female workers being found dead.

Multiple rumors had spread alongside the one that Nancy wasn’t the same Nancy as the one on the radio. The first one is that Radio Nancy killed TV Nancy. Second was that Nancy was in some tough things, and the reason they found ritualistic things on the scene was because she was in a cult. Promising that her success was going to be strong, and long-lived and that the ritual had gone wrong. The third one was that the reason the two female co-workers Carol and Sydney had been found dead was because Carol was a part of Nancy’s death and Sydney solely because she was the replacement. The logical reason would be a killer on the loose on the set, but many fans have come up with the “TV Nancy” which goes. After her death, the soul of Nancy Ross was never found at peace and haunted the set as multiple employees reported to have experienced weird things. Some even said they would hear the familiar hum of the show tune around empty set areas and even in their own homes. That when airing time would hit everything would go haywire with no reasoning behind it. Whenever talk for a replacement for Nancy things would go wrong, and people who auditioned eve

[theplotmage]

50 Supernatural Entities to Haunt Your Halloween Night for Paranormal Fantasy Writers:

1. Vampire

Description: Blood-drinking creatures of the night.

What They Do: Feed on the blood of the living, sometimes charming their victims first.

Appearance: Pale skin, sharp fangs, often dressed in dark, old-fashioned clothing.

2. Werewolf

Description: Human by day, wolf-like beast by full moon.

What They Do: Transform into violent wolves and hunt at night.

Appearance: Muscular, covered in fur, with fangs and claws; halfway between wolf and human.

3. Ghost

Description: Spirit of a deceased person.

What They Do: Haunt places they have ties to, usually in a restless state.

Appearance: Translucent, often resembling the person they were in life.

4. Banshee

Description: A female spirit who forewarns of death.

What They Do: Wails loudly to signal someone’s impending death.

Appearance: Gaunt, with long hair and wearing white or gray robes.

5. Poltergeist

Description: Mischievous, noisy spirit.

What They Do: Throws objects, slams doors, and causes disturbances.

Appearance: Invisible but known for chaotic energy and moving objects.

6. Revenant

Description: Corpse risen from the grave for vengeance.

What They Do: Seeks revenge on those who wronged them in life.

Appearance: Decayed and skeletal, with tattered clothing.

7. Wendigo

Description: Cursed, cannibalistic spirit.

What They Do: Feeds on human flesh and spreads madness.

Appearance: Tall, emaciated with antlers and pale, cold skin.

8. Zombie

Description: Reanimated corpse, often mindless.

What They Do: Wander in search of living flesh to consume.

Appearance: Rotting, decayed, with vacant eyes.

9. Ghoul

Description: Creature that feeds on the dead.

What They Do: Raids cemeteries, feasting on corpses.

Appearance: Grayish, decayed, with sharp claws and teeth.

10. Shadow Person

Description: Mysterious dark figure, often seen in peripheral vision.

What They Do: Follows or observes humans, inducing fear.

Appearance: Tall, dark silhouette without detailed features.

11. Lich

Description: Undead sorcerer who achieved immortality.

What They Do: Uses dark magic to control other undead beings.

Appearance: Skeletal, with tattered robes and glowing eyes.

12. Mummy

Description: Reanimated, embalmed corpse from ancient tombs.

What They Do: Seeks vengeance or protects their treasures.

Appearance: Wrapped in bandages, often missing pieces.

13. Grim Reaper

Description: Personification of death.

What They Do: Collects souls of the deceased.

Appearance: Hooded figure in a black robe, carrying a scythe.

14. Succubus

Description: Female demon that seduces men.

What They Do: Drains life energy through intimate encounters.

Appearance: Attractive, sometimes with bat wings and horns.

15. Incubus

Description: Male counterpart to the succubus.

What They Do: Preys on women, draining their life force.

Appearance: Handsome, often with dark or demonic features.

16. Dullahan

Description: Headless horseman from Irish mythology.

What They Do: Rides a black horse, heralding death.

Appearance: Carries their own head, glowing eyes, wearing dark armor.

17. Necromancer

Description: Sorcerer who commands the dead.

What They Do: Raises and controls undead creatures.

Appearance: Dark robes, carrying a staff or book of spells.

18. Hellhound

Description: Fiery, demonic dog from hell.

What They Do: Guards the underworld, hunts souls.

Appearance: Large black dog with glowing red eyes and flames.

19. Draugr

Description: Undead Norse warrior.

What They Do: Guards treasure and attacks intruders.

Appearance: Bloated, decaying corpse with armor.

20. Chupacabra

Description: Beast that preys on livestock.

What They Do: Drains blood from animals, mainly goats.

Appearance: Reptilian, with spines and sharp teeth.

21. Djinn

Description: Ancient spirit capable of granting wishes, often with a trick.

What They Do: Manipulates wishes to harm the wish-maker.

Appearance: Wispy, ethereal, with sometimes human features.

22. Yurei

Description: Vengeful spirit from Japanese folklore.

What They Do: Haunts those who wronged them in life.

Appearance: Pale, disheveled, with long, dark hair.

23. Headless Horseman

Description: Decapitated rider seeking revenge.

What They Do: Rides at night, often hunting for a head.

Appearance: Headless, in dark clothing, riding a black horse.

24. Gorgon

Description: Snake-haired monster that can turn people to stone.

What They Do: Hunts or curses those who look upon her.

Appearance: Female, with snakes for hair and a terrifying visage.

25. Kraken

Description: Giant sea monster, often attacking ships.

What They Do: Destroys ships, drags sailors underwater.

Appearance: Gigantic, tentacled beast resembling an octopus.

26. Nosferatu

Description: An older, monstrous version of a vampire.

What They Do: Preys on blood, more feral than elegant vampires.

Appearance: Rat-like features, bald, with elongated claws.

27. Shtriga

Description: Witch from Albanian folklore that preys on children.

What They Do: Sucks life energy from young children.

Appearance: Elderly, shriveled, with a long, pointed nose.

28. Jiangshi

Description: Chinese hopping vampire.

What They Do: Drains life force, hopping instead of walking.

Appearance: Rigid, dressed in ancient attire with a pale face.

29. Aswang

Description: Filipino shapeshifting creature.

What They Do: Hunts humans, especially at night.

Appearance: Changes from human to monstrous form with long tongue.

30. Noppera-bo

Description: Japanese faceless ghost.

What They Do: Terrifies people by erasing their face.

Appearance: Normal human but with a blank face.

31. Kitsune

Description: Fox spirit from Japanese folklore.

What They Do: Plays tricks on humans, can possess or enchant.

Appearance: Fox with multiple tails or as a human with fox traits.

32. Rakshasa

Description: Demonic being from Hindu mythology.

What They Do: Devours humans, uses magic to deceive.

Appearance: Animal-like face, often with fangs and claws.

33. Wraith

Description: Malevolent spirit tied to a place of death.

What They Do: Harms those who enter their territory.

Appearance: Shadowy, with skeletal hands and a hooded cloak.

34. Ghast

Description: Larger, more terrifying version of a ghoul.

What They Do: Consumes living and dead flesh.

Appearance: Grayish, skeletal, with sharp teeth.

35. Kappa

Description: Water demon from Japanese folklore.

What They Do: Drowns humans and feeds on them.

Appearance: Humanoid with a beak, webbed hands, and water-filled head.

36. Selkie

Description: Mythical seal creature that transforms into human form.

What They Do: Lives as human on land, as a seal in water.

Appearance: Human with soft features, seal-like in water.

37. Manananggal

Description: Filipino monster that detaches its torso to fly.

What They Do: Feeds on unborn children and blood.

Appearance: Upper body separates and grows wings at night.

38. Gashadokuro

Description: Giant skeletal monster from Japanese folklore.

What They Do: Crushes and devours people.

Appearance: Enormous, skeletal, with fiery eyes.

39. Pontianak

Description: Vengeful female spirit from Malaysian folklore.

What They Do: Attacks men, especially those who wronged her in life.

Appearance: Beautiful, but transforms into a blood-stained, terrifying figure with long nails.

40. Strigoi

Description: Undead creature from Romanian folklore, precursor to modern vampires.

What They Do: Rises from the grave to feed on blood or energy.

Appearance: Gaunt, pale, with sharp teeth, sometimes bearing claw-like nails.

41. Demon

Description: Evil entity from various mythologies.

What They Do: Possesses or torments humans, spreading chaos.

Appearance: Often with horns, red skin, and menacing features, sometimes invisible.

42. La Llorona

Description: “The Weeping Woman” from Mexican folklore.

What They Do: Wanders near bodies of water, crying for her lost children.

Appearance: Pale, drenched in white, with a sorrowful, ghostly presence.

43. Kelpie

Description: Shape-shifting water spirit from Scottish folklore.

What They Do: Lures people, usually children, into water to drown them.

Appearance: Often a beautiful horse, but can appear as human.

44. Dybbuk

Description: Malevolent spirit from Jewish folklore.

What They Do: Possesses living people, usually to fulfill unfinished business.

Appearance: Invisible, but exerts dark energy around the possessed.

45. Hag

Description: Wicked, old woman often associated with witchcraft.

What They Do: Casts curses, manipulates people, sometimes feeds on fear.

Appearance: Elderly, with wrinkled skin, often carrying magical trinkets.

46. Mare

Description: Spirit that causes nightmares.

What They Do: Sits on the chests of sleeping people, creating disturbing dreams.

Appearance: Shadowy, mist-like figure, sometimes with a vague human shape.

47. Fenrir

Description: Gigantic, mythical wolf from Norse mythology.

What They Do: Destined to bring about Ragnarok, devouring gods.

Appearance: Massive, fierce wolf with powerful jaws.

48. Tengu

Description: Supernatural creatures from Japanese folklore, part bird and part human.

What They Do: Mischievous or malevolent; protect forests and mountains.

Appearance: Humanoid with bird wings, red face, and often a long nose.

49. Doppelganger

Description: An exact double or duplicate of a living person.

What They Do: Appears to forewarn misfortune or even bring harm.

Appearance: Identical to a specific person, but with an eerie, lifeless presence.

50. Nightmare Horse

Description: Fiery, demonic horse that haunts dreams and the night.

What They Do: Gallops through night skies, bringing fear to those who see it.

Appearance: Black horse with glowing red eyes and flaming mane and hooves.

[fandomnerd9602]

Cairo grabs Y/N by the shirt collar…

Cairo: would you live for me?

Y/N: huh?

Cairo: dying’s too easy. I want you to live

Y/N: convince me

Cairo pulls Y/N into a fiery kiss, desperate and not wanting to let go…

For @jacelion

[itsawritblr]

I love a mystery.

[always-coffee]

A Grave Robbery

My friend Deanna has a new mystery book out next week, the next in her Veronica Speedwell series! If you haven't read them yet, do. They're excellent--great pacing, excellent human, and perfect tension. And no, I'm not just saying that because she's my friend.

I was a certainly a fan first, quite by chance. I received her first Julia Grey novel as a gift, ended up following her blog, then we emailed for a while, and now she is one of my dearest humans.

And here is a photo of D and me, from back when I had my original hair color, in NYC. (Did I Marilyn that day, twice? Yes.) That was one of my favorite days, ever.