Who are the Stiletto Gang?
The Stiletto Gang is a group blog full of traditional and indie published romance and mystery authors talking about writing, life, and how hard it is to find a new way to kill someone. Each day of the week features a new author. We keep our monthly blogging schedule posted in the sidebar. and we invite you to follow us on Facebook and/or sign up for daily blog alerts.
Clicking Our Heels – What is Your Favorite Game or Pastime?
/in Clicking Our Heels/by DebraClicking Our Heels – What is Your Favorite Game or Pastime? Everyone needs a little fun, so we asked each member of The Stiletto Gang to tell us their favorite game or pastime: Judy Penz Sheluk: Golf. This past summer, I belonged to four ladies leagues (two different courses). But the season here is short […]
A Fatal Affair Cover Reveal (and the inspiration)
/in Mystery, A Fatal Affair, Helen Grier, Historical Mystery, Judy Penz Sheluk, True Crime/by Judy Penz ShelukHere’s the truth: Good book covers help to sell books. Not-so-good book covers don’t. Of course, what constitutes a good or not-so-good book cover is largely dependent on the genre, and in the case of mystery, the sub-genre. With my upcoming release, A FATAL AFFAIR: THE MURDER OF HELEN GRIER, I was faced with more than […]
Mystery in the Midlands Goes Short 2026!
/in Uncategorized/by Paula Bensonby Paula Gail Benson Last Monday, I promised an announcement about a short mystery fiction writing program. Here it is! Online, available virtually, and recorded so if you can’t watch while it’s happening, you can see it later. Michael Bracken helped to organize this program that features some outstanding short story authors and editors. Please […]
Author Life, Summer Style
/in Author Life, Cozy Mysteries, Mystery/by Lois WinstonBy Lois Winston I would have titled this blog post “What I Did on My Summer Vacation,” but I didn’t take a summer vacation. Hence, “Author Life, Summer Style.” Because, let’s face it, authors never really go on vacation. We’re always working because we view everything in our lives as fodder for the next book. […]
Finding a Short Mystery Fiction Writing Community
/in Anthologies, Conferences, Paula Gail Benson, Short Stories/by Paula Bensonby Paula Gail Benson Any writing endeavor is enhanced by a supportive community. Short crime or mystery fiction has its own path to navigate. While some general writing information translates, the shorter format has its own traditions and gateways. Having someone who can help direct you is a major advantage. Crime or mystery writing conferences […]