Southernism of the Week: “Flashy as a rat with a gold tooth.” Because  everything is flashier on a rat, we guess?

Can you believe Sweet Home Alabama came out twenty years ago? Check out Reese Witherspoon and other celebs in “Must-See Throwbacks from the 2002 SAG Awards.” (Visit the Amazon series page for Felony Melanie:  Sweet Home Alabama romantic comedy novels. Or find book 1 at All E-book retailers.)

Have you read Doug’s book Totally Rad Wormhole yet? If so did you leave a review? Please do! Reviews help authors, and they don’t have to be long. For example, L Coyote wrote:

“Super fan of 80's music so thoroughly enjoyed the fun concept of integrating 80's songs throughout the narrative. A great read for both YA and adults, I gobbled up the book over a weekend. Dare I say?...can't wait for the movie...”

Totally Rad Wormhole is the story of two nerds from the eighties who accidentally open a wormhole to today. They go to their high school reunion and meet their future selves. Horrified at what they’ve become, they set out to change their fate. Get the book on Amazon or in a variety of e-book formats on Smashwords.

Voice recognition mistake of the day: “How lovely to find real male in my PO Box for once.”

Southern Treat of the Week: Salmon Croquettes are a southern classic! But why? During the Depression era, many Southerners developed vitamin B3 deficiencies from eating mainly ground corn. The U.S. government provided subsidies, so a can of salmon cost less than a nickel in the 1930s. Learn more and get a recipe.

Kris found this on a hike. An old cowboy wine holder?

The Accidental Detective series: War correspondent Kate Tessler has followed the most dangerous news stories around the world. But can she survive going home? Book 1, Something Shady at Sunshine Haven, comes out April 7. (Preorder here)

Get a free short story and bonus material when you sign up for Kris Bock's mystery and romance newsletter. It comes out every other Friday, alternating with the newsletter you're reading now. Sign up here. This collection starts with a ten-page mystery short story set in the world of “The Accidental Detective” series, followed by information about the first books in the series and the first chapter of book 1. After that are three fun, short stories originally written for children.

Panda demonstrates a variation of chin to knee that is only for advanced Yogiferrets:

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Mouse and the Ball, by C.D. Gorri (FUC Academy) A mouse determined to be independent. A ball python with an insatiable urge to protect his main squeeze. Will Wasabi Wednesdays prove too hot for these two to handle? A paranormal romance with shifters.

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The Ebb: A Greek beach romance novel set on the island of Corfu Greece (The Lady of the Pier trilogy #1), by Effrosyni Moschoudi: "Two girls, two different worlds, one mysterious connection and a love that won't let go. If you enjoy sweet romance with a good measure of suspense or ghost stories, you're bound to love The Lady of the Pier trilogy." Only 99 cents.

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