Monthly Archives: December 2015

In Fine Libraries Everywhere

Posted on December 31, 2015 by mainecrimewriters

Kate Flora: There’s an old New Yorker cartoon I remember from my childhood, where the husband is saying on the phone: “She’s not here. She’s at fine stores everywhere.” Well, for me—the second-hand queen—I am rarely found at stores, but … Continue reading →

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Another Country, Eventually My Own

Posted on December 30, 2015 by bereksennebec

John Clark following up on a Facebook post from earlier this month that got a couple interesting reactions. I’m in the editing mode on my current book, needing to cut about 20,000 words as well as wrap it up solidly. … Continue reading →

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A Visit from the Vet

Posted on December 29, 2015 by kaitlynkathy

Kaitlyn Dunnett/Kathy Lynn Emerson here. Yes, you read that title correctly—it’s from, not to. In my part of Maine, we have a veterinarian who makes house calls. No more packing three cats (or, once upon a time, four cats and … Continue reading →

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Fitting In

Posted on December 28, 2015 by mainecrimewriters

Jessie: In Northern New England where the lawn is still disconcertingly green. I love the holidays. I love the nostalgia, the traditions, the fun of secrets and surprises. But what I love most is the end of it all. It’s … Continue reading →

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Weekend Update: December 26-27, 2015

Posted on December 26, 2015 by kaitlynkathy

Next week at Maine Crime Writers there will be posts by Jessie Crockett (Monday), Kaitlyn Dunnett/Kathy Lynn Emerson (Tuesday), John Clark (Wednesday), Kate Flora (Thursday), and a mystery post on Friday, the first day of 2016. Happy New Year, everyone! … Continue reading →

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Merry E-Book Christmas

Posted on December 24, 2015 by mainecrimewriters

Since many of you have time to read over the holidays, or can’t wait to try out your new e-readers, or have been putting off sampling our books (what is wrong with you?) we asked each MCW writer to share … Continue reading →

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Saint Nicholas

Posted on December 23, 2015 by mainecrimewriters

Bruce Robert Coffin here, hoping that 2015 has been a good year for all of you. We’ve certainly had more than our share of news stories filled with tragedy, hatred, and violence, reporting that tends to take away much of my holiday … Continue reading →

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Writers! Vow in 2016 to make your voice heard

Posted on December 22, 2015 by mainecrimewriters

Maureen here, on the first day of winter. It’s hard to believe 2015 is coming to an end. I still can’t get used to years that begin with 20. Where’s my jet pack? Why aren’t we all living in condos … Continue reading →

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A Photo Tour of Maine Wildlife Park

Posted on December 21, 2015 by mainecrimewriters

Jen Blood here! I know I’m kicking off the holiday week, and as such should definitely have a properly festive post. I actually don’t, though. I thought about it, of course, but short of sharing my Christmas list with you … Continue reading →

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Weekend Update: December 19-20, 2015

Posted on December 19, 2015 by kaitlynkathy

Next week at Maine Crime Writers there will be posts by Jen Blood (Monday), Maureen Milliken (Tuesday), and Bruce Coffin (Wednesday), with a special Holiday Group Post Thursday and Friday. In the news department, here’s what’s happening with some of … Continue reading →

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