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I have big news!
Murder Richly Deserved, featuring a stylish young cat burglar, a sophisticated and murderous gang, and one wily cop, was released world-wide August 7, 2024, joining Murder Undetected, a story of suspense, and Murder Unrehearsed, my debut mystery. All three are now available in several Pacific Northwest bookstores (see links in left hand column) and at Barnes and Noble, Amazon, iTunes, KOBO, and other fine retailers. Click on the Books tab for descriptions, trailers, and reviews.
What Else I’m writing:
I recently retired from writing my monthly galley column for Pacific Yachting magazine, and hope to start posting some of the essays about adventures on the water and boat-friendly recipes that I wrote over the years. If I ever get to it, you'll find them here on my website.
I've begun my fourth novel, another heist / mystery / romantic comedy featuring Chloe Eugenie Duval, who helps herself to the odd diamond that is left lying around by a careless owner; sequel to Murder Richly Deserved. The working title is Murder of a Quiet Man.
Mr. Moose and Mr. Bear is simmering on the back burner.
Merryweather Moose hates his name, because other kids taunt him by calling him "Merry," so insists on being called Mr. Moose. In solidarity, his good friend, Berry Bear, becomes Mr. Bear. That and other stories about the stuffed animals who lived aboard with me and got into trouble whenever I left them alone. I still plan to get back to these little critters some day, but where does the time go?
About me:
I am a foodie and fanatic about good chocolate, a physical therapist (now retired), and a private pilot. I lived aboard a classic wood motor yacht for 17 years, and in my dreams, I'm a famous watercolor artist, a pianist of renown, and a globe trotting yogini. And, oh yes, an apartment in Paris would be nice.
Go Read!
I hope you will find my website occasionally funny or the source of a new recipe. But don't stay here too long. Go find a book and curl up for a good long read.