J.C. Kenney

Did That Really Happen? Writer's Life

Did that really happen yesterday? Great times with @nanreinhardt.bsky.social at Whyte Horse Winery - Monticello and then something even more unbelievable!
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@jckenney.bsky.social and I had a blast signing books together at Whyte Horse winery yesterday. Sunday Snippet tells all and there's a giveaway! open.substack.com/pub/nan819/p...

Even self-care can turn into another stressful job. This is just a little reminder to take the pressure off when you can. It’s okay to just be sometimes. 🐾

A good time was truly had by all!

Truth!

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Peace prizes for everyone!

Anthony pushed her hair out of her eyes. Behind her the moon rose slowly over the enormous sphere of the Griffith Observatory.
"I'm not a good man. Ive done some really bad things. But you make me want to be better. I'm a scorpion and I can't promise ill never sting ya but the ride'll be fun"

Buried in the Sand: A Paradise Springs Cozy Mystery with Quirky Suspects and Beachside Mayhem Paradise Springs is buzzing with its first-ever arts and music festival—but a shocking murder threatens to bury the fun.Elmo Simpson, animal removal specialist, resort owner, and festival committee ch...

It's cold outside. Why venture outdoors when you can stay inside and get an advance read of Buried in the Sand? Check out the deets at Booksprout! #booksky
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Star Trek Voyager scene. Seven of Nine (tertiary adjunct of unimatrix 01) is pictured. She has a dolphin shaped metal robotic implant around her left eye because she is a borgs. Closed caption reads, "Fun will now commence."

It's the weekend, baby

THE WORLD CUP GROUPS ARE SET 🚨

A reminder, our featured author this week is Peggy Ehrhart. Read our interview with her here: cozymystery.com/blog/peggy-e...

That whole Birds of a Feather thing.

Here are the Top 5 Dogs of the week!

Congratulations!

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#WritingCommunity #Thread
1/ For those in my query/submissions inbox, I'm working through the last of them now with an eye toward finishing up by 12/31.

This is the first time in recent memory I've had so many outstanding submissions at one time, and I have to say I'm having a VERY hard time...

Inspiring Holidays by Meryl Brown TobinHolidays are important for anyone.They get you away from everyday concerns and allow you to disconnect, unwind, relax and refresh. Unplugging and focusing on what you want to do––t...

Meryl Brown Tobin visits the Window from Australia today! #romancegems #windowholidays #WRPBKS #romancelandia #booksky www.lizflaherty.net/post/inspiri...

It's National Cookie Cutter Week! Check out The Cookie Cutter Legacy by Deb Graham cozymystery.com/links/the-co...

Guest Chick: Melissa Westemeier We’re happy to welcome Melissa to the blog! The Abbey and its cozy community is such a great setting! Community Matters in Dropped Like a Bad Habit A favorite cozy mystery trope of mine is a …

Today on the blog: Guest Chick Melissa Westemeier @mwestemeier.bsky.social talks about settings — and nuns! — in her new release, DROPPED LIKE A BAD HABIT. (Great title, Melissa!)

As we sit here shivering this morning, I thought I'd post a peaceful bit of video from the gentle waves of Lake Erie during warmer months. Also, this is from the beach at Presque Isle State Park, which is a featured location in the Detective Honeywell Mysteries. #LakeErie #BookSky

DC consultants came up with a new congressional map that makes no sense for our state. 

•Indianapolis would go from 2 districts to 4 
•Rural counties would have to share their rep with Indy
•Indy would get fewer resources and services — and so would rural areas.

Get this right now! Your life will be better for it. #booksky

Virtual Book Tour & Giveaway: Holidays & Homicides: A Short Story Collection by USA Today Bestselling Authors Holidays & Homicides: A Short Story Collection byRosalie Spielman, Catherine Bruns, Gin Jones, Annie McEwen, Lena Gregory, Jennifer Fischetto, Anne Marie Stoddard, Kelly Rey, Misty Simon, Chris…

Virtual Book Tour & Giveaway: Holidays & Homicides: A Short Story Collection by USA Today Bestselling Authors
5 stars!
I recommend HOLIDAYS & HOMICIDES: SHORT STORY COLLECTION to cozy mystery readers, especially those looking for a... ~Boys' Mom Reads!
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Hound of the Bonnevilles: A Grace "the Hit Mom" Mystery Amazon.com: Hound of the Bonnevilles: A Grace "the Hit Mom" Mystery: 9781684428038: Knight, Nikki: Books

#CyberMonday deal!

Today's the day to meet Grace, nice suburban mom and secret assassin, in HOUND OF THE BONNEVILLES from @keylightbooks -- on sale now!

Get it here:
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Welcome to our December Challenge! Your task this month is to read a book featuring Christmas. If you need help finding one, take a look at our theme page. cozymystery.com/themes/holid...

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Traditionally-published authors (print/ebook/audio): Promote your books today in the 2025 Whatever Holiday Gift Guide! Thousands of readers to connect to your work! Follow the link below to tell folks about what you have available to them this holiday season!

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It's Dog Day! Our feature today is Jackie Layton's Bite the Dust with lots and lots of dogs. cozymystery.com/links/bite-t...

Old Man Winter Writing Craft

Just saying the word "Winter" makes me shiver.
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Our featured author this week was Heather Weidner. You can see all of their cozies here: cozymystery.com/authors/heat...