Voice recognition mistake of the day: “Most writers are harmless.” I meant most spiders are harmless, though the other is also true – we'll only kill you in our books. Speaking of which …

Have you grabbed your free mystery story collection? It starts with a ten-page story set in the world of “The Accidental Detective” series. This is followed by information about the first books in the series, plus the first chapter of book 1, Something Shady at Sunshine Haven. After that are three fun, short stories originally written for children. The direct download page is here.

The Accidental Detective series: War correspondent Kate Tessler has followed the most dangerous news stories around the world. But can she survive going home? If you want to learn more about the series, I’m a guest at Kim McMahill’s blog with a “Meet the Author” post. 

Bear Bear and Panda snuggle on their bearskin rug. ♥

Voice recognition mistake, I assume: I got a five star review on Romance and Rescues at the Cat Café: “The story was great loved the romance kinda sneezing in for two people finding each other.” I can’t figure out what that should be, but thanks for the review! (If you don't have all the cat café books yet, visit the Kris Bock page on Amazon US or Amazon UK. For other countries click here.)

Do you see a giant dinosaur head in this New Mexico afternoon sky?

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Books on My Radar:

The Power of Will (Hidden Beauty Book 12), by Mary Crawford: "Will hired Miriam on a whim after he screwed up her chance of getting a better job. Who knew she would be the perfect person to help catapult his business to a whole new level? Will became an inventor to help solve problems. Suddenly, his mission is very personal. Miriam doesn't deserve to be in this much agony. Fibromyalgia is an enemy he can't see or touch. Even so, there has to be something he can do." FREE until March 21.

The Ghost of Ridgeton Manor (The Aspen Notch Mystery Series Book 6), by Kathleen McKee: "Eerie noises scare away guests who assert that Ridgeton Manor is haunted. Is it a hoax, or do spirits actually wander the halls? If you enjoy a cozy mystery, a touch of romance, and a woman sleuth who has an uncanny ability to make connections, you’ll love Kathleen McKee’s 6th book of the Aspen Notch Mystery Series." $4.99 or free in KU.

The Laird of Drumlychtoun: Ian Skair: Private Investigator, by Hilary Pugh: "Ian Skair has been invited to an ancient castle perched on a rocky promontory on the Angus coast. The charismatic Laird of Drumlychtoun wants Ian to find his sister. It should be a simple missing person search, but most families have their secrets and black sheep, and the Lytons of Drumlychtoun have more than their fair share." $2.99 or free in KU.

The Billionaire's Doc: Hot Medical Suspense Doctor Love Story, by Rachel J. Green: "Dr. Rhiannon Terrebonne’s new life in the cozy coastal town of Waterbury, Oregon, was exactly what she had wanted—until a huge explosion off the coast at an oil rig had victims pouring into the hospital. Had the disaster at the oil rig been an accident? Or had her tormentor been released from prison?" 99 cents or free in KU.

Super Hec: The Anderson Chronicles, Book 3, by Jennifer Bohnhoff: A humorous novel for ages 9 and up, compared to Judy Blume’s classics. “When the guys in the locker room call him Super Geek, Hec decides to become faster than a speeding bully. Can he dig deep and pull up the superpowers he needs to run a 5K and win the heart of the girl of his dreams?” On sale for 99 cents right now or free in KU!

PS: If you haven't yet gotten Lions and Love at the Cat Café, you can download it free here. For “22 of the recipes mentioned in Kris Bock's Furrever Friends Sweet Romance series,” go here (free).

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