Friday Focus: Mothers and Mysteries

 

In tribute to Mother's Day, Mystery Scene magazine has a nice article on its website, Most Mysterious Moms and the Kids Who Write with Them, in which they profile four family teams and the books written by each.  The featured writers are Charles Todd, Victoria Abbott, Gloria Skurzynski and Alane Ferguson, and Mary and Carol Higgins Clark. 

And if you know a mom who loves to read mysteries, here is a link from criminalelement.com to the books which recently won major mystery awards: 2013 Edgar and Agatha Award Winners.

Enjoy life with books...

Catherine

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Magazine Monday

If you are an avid mystery reader, chances are you've noticed Mystery Scene magazine at your local bookstore or newsstand.

Mystery Scene Holiday 2012  Issue

Mystery Scene is the go to source for in-depth coverage of the latest news in the mystery, crime, and suspense genres. The magazine is published 5 times a year, and contains a treasure trove of information in each issue.  Between its covers you'll find suggestions for what to read next, reader recommendations, interviews with authors, book reviews, upcoming event schedules, reading lists, and more.

If you are not a subscriber, you can get a sampling of author profiles, articles, blogs, and reviews on its website, where you can also sign up for an e-newsletter (or order a subscription to the print magazine for extended content).  This time of year in particular it's a good resource for gift ideas if you have a mystery, crime or suspense reader on your gift list.

Catherine  

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Disclosure:  This is an independent mention of Mystery Scene, a magazine that until recently I have had a paid subscription to. No remuneration has been received.