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September 20, 2016

#Giveaway: 20 #Free Mysteries? What's the catch?

Grab The Case of the Defunct Adjunct and 19 more mysteries Through September 20. Get them now! Why are we doing this? We are a group of mystery authors who love writing and reading mysteries. Funny mysteries, cozy mysteries, thrillers, anything that keeps us turning the pages! We want to thank our readers, and share some of our …

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September 19, 2016

#Book Blast: Dandelion Dead by Chrystle Fiedler

Dandelion Dead by Chrystle Fiedler Dandelion Dead: A Natural Remedies Mystery Cozy Mystery Pocket Books (September 27, 2016) Mass Market Paperback: 384 pages ISBN-13: 978-1476748931 E-Book ASIN: B00WRBQP22 Synopsis In a cozy mystery filled with natural cures and edible plants that you will love, an organic winery becomes the backdrop for murder! Fortunately, solving crimes …

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September 18, 2016

Which Professions Have The Most Psychopaths?

According to a survey conducted by psychologist Kevin Dutton—called the Great British Psychopath Survey—here are the top 10 professions with the most psychopaths: CEO Lawyer Media (TV/Radio) Salesperson Surgeon Journalist Police Officer Clergyperson Chef Civil Servant And here are the professions with the least psychopaths: Care Aide Nurse Therapist Craftsperson Beautician/Stylist Charity Worker Teacher Creative …

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September 17, 2016

Book Reviews: Sail Into Treachery by Gary R. Bush and The Musubi Murder by Frankie Bow

The Musubi Murder reviewed on Buried Under Books!

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September 17, 2016

#CozyMystery Spotlight: Death Among the Doilies

>>Win one of two print copies of Death Among the Doilies<<< For thirty-something blogger Cora Chevalier, small-town Indigo Gap, North Carolina, seems like the perfect place to reinvent her life. Shedding a stressful past as a counselor for a women’s shelter, Cora is pouring all her talents—and most of her savings—into a craft retreat …

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September 16, 2016

Today in Disgusting Wonders of Nature

Gulp. Just look at how ridiculous this thing looks. It’s a giant black sea slug known as a sea hare and it’s freaking monstrous. You don’t really hold it in your hand as much as the sea hare, which can grow up to over 3 feet long and weigh over 30 pounds, just swallows your …

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September 15, 2016

Reading Fiction Increases Empathy

All sorts of narratives, including literary fiction, TV shows and even certain video games could help boost our fellow-feeling.That is the conclusion of a new review by Professor Keith Oatley, a cognitive psychologist and novelist. Literary fiction, in particular, which simulates the social world, may help to boost our empathy with others. One study gave people a …

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September 14, 2016

Spotlight and #Giveaway: Murder at Rough Point

>>>Enter to win a print copy of Murder at Rough Point by Alyssa Maxwell<<< In glittering Newport, Rhode Island, status is everything. But despite being a poorer relation to the venerable Vanderbilts, Emma Cross has shaped her own identity—as a reporter and a sleuth. As the nineteenth century draws to a close, Fancies and …

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September 13, 2016

Why It’s So Hard to Shake a Bad First Impression

A new study demonstrates that shaking a negative first impression is often diabolically difficult, providing just one more reason to make sure that you show up on time for your next job interview. “Moral and immoral behaviors often come in small doses. A person might donate just a few dollars to charity or cheat on …

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