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Phoenix Metro+ Chapter of Sisters in Crime (SinC). Award-winning anthologies, the annual WriteNow! Conference & support for all of our siblings! https://desertsleuths.com

Check out our latest anthology, SoWest: DangerAwaits!
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Come say hi to the Desert Sleuths at the upcoming Tales & Tumbleweed Book Festival, pick up some exciting books to read while on vacation, and find some local treasures for gifting this winter holiday season... all while supporting local authors, artisans, and vendors.

Sun, Nov 30, 10a-5p
Image: Festival logo featuring an open book with the Arizona desert sunset and a saguaro image making up the open pages. Text describing the event on an inset square and then background sun and desert scene. Text: TALES & TUMBLEWEED BOOK FESTIVAL November 30, 2025 10a-5p La Familgia Restaurant and Silver Key Lounge 1859 W. Guadalupe Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tales-tumbleweed-holiday-book-festival-tickets-1671027481179 Local Author & Vendor Event Celebrating Arizona's Storytellers and creatives with local authors, unique vendors, and community at a special indoor/outdoor market. Shop local with unique gifts, author signings, raffles, swag bags, and community. Find us on Facebook and Eventbrite.
November 15, 2025 at 8:48 PM
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On Nov 19, guest authors V.M. Burns, Ellen Byron, & Jennifer Chow talk all things cozy- from defining the genre to sharing their individual writing processes- & offer tips to navigate the marketplace. All welcome! Register at DesertSleuths.com.

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November 10, 2025 at 4:13 AM
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On Nov 11 Guest authors V.M. Burns, Ellen Byron, & Jennifer Chow talk all things cozy- from defining the genre to sharing their individual writing processes- & offer tips to navigate the marketplace. Register at DesertSleuths.com.

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Cozy up to Cozies: Reading, Writing, and Selling the Genre with V.M. Burns, Ellen Byron, and Jennifer Chow Wed, Nov 19, 6p-7:30p Arizona Time Our guest authors talk all things cozy- from defining the genre to sharing their individual writing processes- and offer tips to navigate the marketplace. Register at https://DesertSleuths.com
November 1, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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Check out all 11 of our crime anthologies featuring short stories about the best and worst of Arizona, plus, our cookbook, Recipes to Kill For. We highly recommend our latest release SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS! and for the holiday season, HOW NOT TO SURVIVE THE HOLIDAYS.

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Text: SoWest: Danger Awaits! In Arizona the heat isn't the only danger. From city streets to desert locales and mountain vistas, these stories cover a lot of ground. Obsession. Blackmail. Family. Historical. Revenge. Abuse. Paranormal. Assassins/Murder. Serial Killers. Redemption. Greed/Fraud. Return to Work. Sisters in Crime Desert Sleuths. Available on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sisters-in-Crime-Desert-Sleuths-Chapter-Authors/author/B00DRG06WQ DesertSleuths.com DesertSleuths@gmail.com Find us on Facebook, Bluesky, Instagram, Pinterest, and Youtube. Images: The covers of all our anthologies and our cookbook, especially highlighting the cover of SoWest: Danger Awaits! which features the back view of a man reaching for a gun in the waistband of his jeans and he faces a distant house in an ominous desert landscape.
November 1, 2025 at 5:16 PM
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Find Desert Sleuths at these upcoming Book Fairs in November & December:

LOCAL AUTHOR BOOK FAIR (Mesa Red Mtn Library)
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TALES & TUMBLEWEED BOOK FESTIVAL
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MESA BOOK FESTIVAL
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October 27, 2025 at 3:10 AM
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We had a great time at the Desert Foothills Book Festival today. Beautiful weather. Fun company. Plus the magic of connecting readers with some wonderful mystery stories.

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(l to r) Authors Laura MacKenzie, Patricia Curren, Patricia A. Bonn, and Suzanne E. Flaig selling our latest anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS! (and loads of other books) at the Sisters in Crime Desert Sleuths booth for the Desert Foothills Book Festival. Timothy W. Moore and Merle McCann at the Desert Foothills Book Festival selling their books.
October 19, 2025 at 5:13 AM
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We'll be at the Desert Foothills Book Festival this Sat, Oct 18. Come say hi and grab a book or two.
Saturday, October 18, 10a-3p Desert Foothills Book Festival at the Holland Center 34250 N. 60th St, Scottsdale, Az Free Event. Over 100 Arizona Authors- All genres. First 100 people get a free gift valued at $60. Food truck on site. DesertFoothillsBookFestival.com
October 18, 2025 at 6:29 AM
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This Wed, Oct 15, author Melissa Bourbon shares how to use Pinterest to grow your author platform and to skip the social media overwhelm but still remain visible to readers. All welcome, just register at DesertSleuths.com.

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October 13, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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On Wed, Oct 15, join us for a good look at using Pinterest to grow your author platform with Melissa Bourbon. Skip the social media overwhelm but still remain visible to readers. All welcome, just register at DesertSleuths.com.
Grow Your Platform without the Social Media Overwhelm with Melissa Bourbon Wed, Oct 15, 2025 Chapter Meeting 6p AZ Time, Presentation 6:30p AZ Time Pinterest is a powerful, often underused tool to build your author visibiilty. Pinterest is a search engine: your content works for you long after you post it. Melissa Bourbon will share how to use keywords, boards, pins, and lead magnets to grow your platform while you focus on writing. Join us and learn how to attact readers and drive interest with Pinterest. All welcome! Register at https://desertsleuths.com
October 9, 2025 at 8:42 PM
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Thanks to everyone who attended our SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS! anthology book launch at the @poisonedpen.bsky.social on Friday. We had such a great time!

Eight anthology authors were able to attend in person (pictured) and another six attended virtually.
A group of 8 authors lined up next to each other with bookshelves behind and to the side of them at The Poisoned Pen Bookstore. left to right: Patricia A. Bonn, D.R. Ransdell, Claire A Murray, Suzanne E. Flaig, Margaret Burnison, Bill Butler, Clare Broyles, and Michael Thomét.
September 30, 2025 at 5:52 AM
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After the Great Depression, a girl desperate to find her mother gambles that a dangerous cross-country journey to the west will bring her home.

"Hard Times" by Meg E. Dobson, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS!

Pick up a copy: www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162

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Desert Sleuths WriteNOW! Conference Anthology Launch Party and Author Signings Sept 26, 2025 The Poisoned Pen Bookstore, Scottsdale, AZ After the Great Depression, a girl desperate to find her mother gambles that a dangerous cross country journey to the west will bring her home. "Hard Times" by Meg E. Dobson, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS! Meg E. Dobson’s short stories have appeared in national anthologies from Malice Domestic, Poisoned Pen Press, and Desert Sleuths. Additional award-winning shorts were honored by the Tempe Writing Community Writing Forum and Writers’ Police Academy. She made her international debut with a flash in the UK Crime Bites with Lee Child. Her young crime novel Chaos Theory, a Kami Files Mystery was published by the Poisoned Pen’s imprint press. Order on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162 Register for the Launch Party at https://desertsleuths.com/writenow-2025-launch-party/
September 26, 2025 at 9:42 PM
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**TONIGHT**
The SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS! Anthology Launch Party at The Poisoned Pen Bookstore in Scottsdale, AZ, 6-7:30 p.m AZ time.

Meet some of the authors in person and/or virtually. The Pen will also be Live Streaming on Facebook & Youtube. Can't wait to see you there!

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Desert Sleuths WriteNOW! Conference Anthology Launch Party / Author Signing September 26, 2025, 6p-7:30p 25 crime/mystery stories packed into one volume... Obsession. Redemption. Abuse. Paranormal. Survival. Assassin/Murder for Hire. Blackmail. Betrayal. Family. Historical. Revenge. Serial Killer. Greed/Fraud. Trust. Come to The Poisoned Pen Bookstore in Scottsdale AZ, Friday night, Sept 26, from 6-7:30 p.m. MST, for the launch of SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS! an anthology of short stories by Desert Sleuths Chapter of Sisters in Crime authors. Meet some of the authors in person and virtually. The Poisoned Pen Bookstore 4014 N Goldwater Blvd Scottsdale, AZ 85251 USA https://poisonedpen.com/ Also available from Amazon.
September 26, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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A private detective goes undercover to investigate the suspicious death of an office bookkeeper in a flash flood.

“Come Hell or High Water" by Claire A. Murray, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS!

Pick up a copy: www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162

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Desert Sleuths WriteNOW! Conference Anthology Launch Party and Author Signings Sept 26, 2025 The Poisoned Pen Bookstore, Scottsdale, AZ A private detective goes undercover to investigate the suspicious death of an office bookkeeper in a flash flood. “Come Hell or High Water" by Claire A. Murray, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS! Claire A Murray writes, paints, and hosts write-ins for connection, inspiration, and sanity. Play the Hand You’re Dealt is her short story collection. Claire reviews books for Kings River Life Magazine and is completing a suspense fantasy novel and the first book of a trilogy. She belongs to the Short Mystery Fiction Society, Mystery Writers of America, and is President of Sisters in Crime Desert Sleuths Chapter. Order on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162 Register for the Launch Party at https://desertsleuths.com/writenow-2025-launch-party/
September 26, 2025 at 4:05 PM
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A college student spends his summers digging for gold in a secret mine until his boss mysteriously disappears.

"Herman Pines and Archie" by Bill Butler, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS!

Pick up a copy: www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162

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Desert Sleuths WriteNOW! Conference Anthology Launch Party and Author Signings Sept 26, 2025 The Poisoned Pen Bookstore, Scottsdale, AZ A college student spends his summers digging for gold in a secret mine until his boss mysteriously disappears. "Herman Pines and Archie" by Bill Butler, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS! Bill Butler likes adventure. At fifteen, he dropped out high school and became a carnival worker. At seventeen, he joined the army. While serving, he earned a G.E.D. and college credits. He was stationed in Alaska for two years; while there, he panned for gold in his spare time. Bill also was a private detective before retiring to manage a vocation rehab unit at The Samaritan Rehabilitation Institute in Phoenix. Order on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162 Register for the Launch Party at https://desertsleuths.com/writenow-2025-launch-party/
September 26, 2025 at 4:54 AM
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Smitten w/ an old copper-mining town, a genealogist buys a fixer upper Victorian, but is it haunted w/ more than boom time memories & sagging eaves?

"Echoes of the Past" by @annabartkowski.bsky.social , Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS!

Pick up a copy: www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162
Desert Sleuths WriteNOW! Conference Anthology Launch Party and Author Signings Sept 26, 2025 The Poisoned Pen Bookstore, Scottsdale, AZ Smitten with an old copper-mining town, a genealogist buys a fixer upper Victorian house, but is it haunted with more than boom time memories and sagging eaves? "Echoes of the Past" by Anna Dalhaimer Bartkowski, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS! Anna Dalhaimer Bartkowski’s genealogical passion sparked the observation that she had fewer grandparents than her peers. This curiosity blossomed to uncovering her ancestors’ stories and lineage back to 1699. Her work exemplifies the power of connecting with one’s roots. Her six books reflect her passion for storytelling, history, and empowering others to explore their heritage. Order on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162 Register for the Launch Party at https://desertsleuths.com/writenow-2025-launch-party/
September 25, 2025 at 9:57 PM
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When Ezra turns up dead after a frat party, it takes some ingenuity & determination to figure out who was responsible.

"Ezra & the Frat Boys" by Debra H. Goldstein, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS!

Pick up a copy: www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162
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Desert Sleuths WriteNOW! Conference Anthology Launch Party and Author Signings Sept 26, 2025 The Poisoned Pen Bookstore, Scottsdale, AZ When Ezra turns up dead after a frat party, it takes some ingenuity and determination to figure out who was responsible. "Ezra and the Frat Boys" by Debra H. Goldstein, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS! Judge Debra H. Goldstein is the award-winning author of With Our Bellies Full and the Fire Dying, Kensington’s five-books Sarah Blair mystery series, and standalones Maze in Blue and Should Have Played Poker. Her works have been named Agatha, Anthony, Derringer, and Claymore finalists and received Silver Falchion, IPPY, AWC, and BWR awards. Debra is the national Vice-President of Sisters in Crime. Order on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162 Register for the Launch Party at https://desertsleuths.com/writenow-2025-launch-party/
September 25, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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Come to the @poisonedpen.bsky.social in Scottsdale, AZ, Friday, Sept 26, from 6-7:30 p.m. Arizona time, for the launch of SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS! an anthology of short stories by authors from the Desert Sleuths Chapter of @sincworldwide.bsky.social.

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Desert Sleuths WriteNOW! Conference Anthology Launch Party / Author Signing September 26, 2025, 6p-7:30p https://desertsleuths.com/writenow-2025-launch-party/ 25 crime/mystery stories packed into one volume... Obsession. Redemption. Abuse. Paranormal. Survival. Assassin/Murder for Hire. Blackmail. Betrayal. Family. Historical. Revenge. Serial Killer. Greed/Fraud. Trust. Come to The Poisoned Pen Bookstore in Scottsdale AZ, Friday night, Sept 26, from 6-7:30 p.m. MST, for the launch of SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS! an anthology of short stories by Desert Sleuths Chapter of Sisters in Crime authors. Meet some of the authors in person and virtually. The Poisoned Pen Bookstore 4014 N Goldwater Blvd Scottsdale, AZ 85251 USA https://poisonedpen.com/ Also available from Amazon in paperback and on Kindle.
September 25, 2025 at 4:11 AM
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A man seeks refuge from a monsoon only to find himself trapped in a chaotic standoff with strangers and a dead body.

"The Microburst" by Michael Thomét, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS!

Pick up a copy: www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162

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Desert Sleuths WriteNOW! Conference Anthology Launch Party and Author Signings Sept 26, 2025 The Poisoned Pen Bookstore, Scottsdale, AZ A man seeks refuge from a monsoon only to find himself trapped in a chaotic standoff with strangers and a dead body. "The Microburst" by Michael Thomét, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS! Michael Thomét is a speculative mystery writer who enjoys crafting a good puzzle. His characters are queer because he’s queer. His fiction has been featured in Black Cat Weekly, the Crimeucopia series by Murderous Ink Press, and Nightmare Fuel by Cloaked Press. He also writes for games. When not writing, Michael enjoys a good narrative game—especially murder mysteries—both as player and designer. Order on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162 Register for the Launch Party at https://desertsleuths.com/writenow-2025-launch-party/
September 24, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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An accountant returns from a spiritual awakening in Sedona, determined to start a new life without her gambling police officer husband.

"The Vortex" by Clare Broyles, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS!

Pick up a copy: www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162

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Desert Sleuths WriteNOW! Conference Anthology Launch Party and Author Signings Sept 26, 2025 The Poisoned Pen Bookstore, Scottsdale, AZ An accountant returns from a spiritual awakening in Sedona, determined to start a new life without her gambling police officer husband. "The Vortex" by Clare Broyles, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS! Clare Broyles is the co-author of the Molly Murphy series with her mother Rhys Bowen. She is a music and math teacher at a Montessori School. An AriZoni-nominated theater composer and arranger, and a member of a local improv troupe. She lives in Phoenix with her husband and two goofy dogs. They have three children who have all flown the nest. Order on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162 Register for the Launch Party at https://desertsleuths.com/writenow-2025-launch-party/
September 24, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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A couple in a rocky marriage attempts to rediscover their happiness on the switchback trails of the Grand Canyon.

"The Dark Side of Bright Angel" by Karen Odden, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS!

Pick up a copy: www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162

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Desert Sleuths WriteNOW! Conference Anthology Launch Party and Author Signings Sept 26, 2025 The Poisoned Pen Bookstore, Scottsdale, AZ A couple in a rocky marriage attempts to rediscover their happiness on the switchback trails of the Grand Canyon. "The Dark Side of Bright Angel" by Karen Odden, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS! USA Today bestselling author Karen Odden wrote her PhD dissertation on Victorian literature and remained in 1870s London for all her novels. Her fourth mystery, Down a Dark River, was an Oprah Daily pick; the sequel, Under a Veiled Moon, was nominated for the Agatha, Lefty, and Anthony Awards. Her short stories appear in numerous anthologies. Connect with Karen at karenodden.com. Order on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162 Register for the Launch Party at https://desertsleuths.com/writenow-2025-launch-party/
September 23, 2025 at 11:38 PM
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A police officer training for a marathon in the desert witnesses a terrible accident… or was it murder?

"The Bride Wore Blood" by Wendy Harrison, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS!

Pick up a copy: www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162

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Desert Sleuths WriteNOW! Conference Anthology Launch Party and Author Signings Sept 26, 2025 The Poisoned Pen Bookstore, Scottsdale, AZ A police officer training for a marathon in the desert witnesses a terrible accident… or was it murder? "The Bride Wore Blood" by Wendy Harrison, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS! Wendy Harrison is a retired prosecutor turned short mystery writer and has been published in Peace, Love, & Crime; Autumn Noir; twice in CRIMEUCOPIA; Death of a Bad Neighbor; Checkpoint Charlie; Never Cheat a Witch; More Groovy Gumshoes; and Shotgun Honey. After Hurricane Ian she moved as far from Florida as she could get and now lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband and first reader, Brooks. Order on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162 Register for the Launch Party at https://desertsleuths.com/writenow-2025-launch-party/
September 23, 2025 at 7:57 PM
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A woman renting a townhouse sets rules for the ghost she imagines is haunting the place while she figures out the truth of the matter.

"Ghost Rule 47" by Cynthia Sabelhaus, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS!

Pick up a copy: www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162

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Desert Sleuths WriteNOW! Conference Anthology Launch Party and Author Signings Sept 26, 2025 The Poisoned Pen Bookstore, Scottsdale, AZ A woman renting a townhouse sets rules for the ghost she imagines is haunting the place while she figures out the truth of the matter. "Ghost Rule 47" by Cynthia Sabelhaus, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS! Cynthia Sabelhaus is the editor of Calliope, the literary journal of American Mensa’s Writers. She serves on the Malice Domestic Board of Directors, and is a member of Sisters in Crime, Mystery Writer of America, and the Authors Guild. Cynthia has published short stories and is working on a novel. She lives south of Tucson with her author-husband Bud and their 2-year-old Shih Tzu. Order on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162 Register for the Launch Party at https://desertsleuths.com/writenow-2025-launch-party/
September 23, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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A down on his luck father-to-be gets sucked into a dicey murder for hire gig as he tries to support his family.

"A Killer Job" by Roberta Gibson, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS!

Pick up a copy: www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162

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Desert Sleuths WriteNOW! Conference Anthology Launch Party and Author Signings Sept 26, 2025 The Poisoned Pen Bookstore, Scottsdale, AZ A down on his luck father-to-be gets sucked into a dicey murder for hire gig as he tries to support his family. "A Killer Job" by, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS! Robert Gibson’s muse sends her short stories for adults and picture books for children. Her most recent published stories are “Bodyguard of Lies” in the 2024 Malice Domestic Anthology #18, Mystery Most Devious, and “Hitman Walks into a Romance” in Desert Sleuths 2023 anthology SoWest: Wrong Turn. When her muse isn’t sending stories, Roberta studies martial arts and fends off the affection of three cats. Order on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162 Register for the Launch Party at https://desertsleuths.com/writenow-2025-launch-party/
September 23, 2025 at 3:52 AM
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A woman sets off to the wild west in search of her missing brother, a treasure hunter on a quest for the legendary Lost Dutchman Goldmine.

"Dutchman’s Curse" by Dory Crowe, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS!

Pick up a copy: www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162
Desert Sleuths WriteNOW! Conference Anthology Launch Party and Author Signings Sept 26, 2025 The Poisoned Pen Bookstore, Scottsdale, AZ A woman sets off to the wild west in search of her missing brother, a treasure hunter on a quest for the legendary Lost Dutchman Goldmine. "Dutchman’s Curse" by Dory Crowe, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS! Dory Crowe: One of four pseudonymous writing Crowes, Dory resides in the mythical town of Nobtucket, Cape Cod. Crowe stories have appeared in Daw Books, New England Sisters in Crime Best New England Crime Stories, and Fiction River anthologies, as well as Pulphouse Magazine and Alfred Hitchcock’s Mystery Magazine. “Dutchman’s Curse” is her first foray into the historical Southwest. It may not be her last. Order on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162 Register for the Launch Party at https://desertsleuths.com/writenow-2025-launch-party/
September 22, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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A hypervigilant veteran returns home to civilian life as a US Marshall, & he can’t shake the feeling that something bad is looming.

"Bad JuJu" by Patricia A. Bonn, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS!

Pick up a copy: www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162

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Desert Sleuths WriteNOW! Conference Anthology Launch Party and Author Signings Sept 26, 2025 The Poisoned Pen Bookstore, Scottsdale, AZ A hypervigilant veteran returns home to civilian life as a US Marshall, and he can’t shake the feeling that something bad is looming. "Bad JuJu" by Patricia A. Bonn, from the Desert Sleuths Anthology, SOWEST: DANGER AWAITS! Patricia A. Bonn: I had great fun with “Bad JuJu” because it combines my two favorite pursuits: research and writing. It was one of those stories which flowed after the title popped unbidden into my frontpolar cortex. The military and law enforcement details meant looking up stuff. I try not to take too great a literary license and stray from real world facts. Order on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNS2H162 Register for the Launch Party at https://desertsleuths.com/writenow-2025-launch-party/
September 22, 2025 at 2:51 AM