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SinC Desert Sleuths @desertsleuths.bsky.social · 28/08/2025

Edith Maxwell (Maddie Day) has written over 35 books plus short stories. She's gonna share how she "keeps those creative juices flowing!" Stuck? Could be just what you need! Register for the WriteNOW! Conference at DesertSleuths.com #DSWN25 #AmWriting #WritingCommunity @maddieday.bsky.social

WriteNOW! Conference
Fri-Sat, Sept 19-20, Virtual
Edith Maxwell- Panelist: Keeping the Creative Juices Flowing

Edith Maxwell, writing as Maddie Day, writes the Country Store Mysteries, the Cozy Capers Book Group Mysteries, the Cece Barton Mysteries, and the historical Dot and Amelia Mysteries. As Edith Maxwell, she writes the Agatha-Award winning historical Quaker Midwife Mysteries and short crime fiction. She's a member of Mystery Writers of America and a proud lifetime member of Sisters in Crime.

Friday: Agent pitch sessions ($35), an editor's assessment of your first 3 chapters ($60), and a writing craft workshop ($35)

Saturday: One fee for a full day of panels, a workshop, and presentations; $25 Desert Sleuth members; $35 all others

For registration and conference details:
http://desertsleuths.com/writenow-2025/

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

I'll be chatting w/ @audreyleeauthor.bsky.social (MECHANICS OF MEMORY) & @dmrowell.bsky.social (SILENT ARE THE DEAD) about how we weave culture and #crime 12:30 PM Aug. 30 at the Mill Valley Public Library! Register here: millvalleylibrary.libcal.com/event/14404311 #bookevent #crimefiction #library

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SinC Desert Sleuths @desertsleuths.bsky.social · 16/08/2025

We have amazing guests for the 2025 WriteNOW! Conference. Authors Rhys Bowen, Edith Maxwell, Catriona McPherson and Lois Winston will be sharing their secrets to "Keeping the Creative Juices Flowing!" Say GOODBYE to getting stuck. #AmWriting #MysteryWriters #CrimeWriters #WritingCommunity #DSWN25

WriteNOW! Conference
September 19-20, 2025
$25 for Desert Sleuths members, $35 for everyone else- for a full day of virtual events

One of Saturday's panels features Rhys Bowen, Edith Maxwell, Catriona McPherson, and Lois Winston giving all their best tips on Keeping the Creative Juices Flowing!

Additional a la carte pitching, craft, and edits are also available
Register at https://DesertSleuths.com

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John Copenhaver @johncopenhaver.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

So excited to celebrate at the Underrepresented Authors Reception at Bouchercon 2025—now starting at 9:30 PM (not 9:15 as earlier posted)! 🎉 Join us Sept. 5 in the Bissonett Ballroom for a cash bar, dessert, bingo, prizes, book giveaways, and an evening honoring diverse voices in crime fiction.

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

I'll be at the Mill Valley Public Library on Sat 8/30 talking about culture & writing with @audreyleeauthor.bsky.social and @dmrowell.bsky.social . Seating is limited so be sure to sign up! millvalleylibrary.libcal.com/event/144043... #bookevent #libraryevents @crookedlanebooks.bsky.social

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D. M. Rowell @dmrowell.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

Looking forward to Aug 30th with @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social and @audreyleeauthor.bsky.social at Mill Valley Library! Going to be fun!

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · 02/08/2025

Who can resist a #sale ?! My #debutnovel is a Kindle Monthly Deal thru 8/31! @crookedlanebooks.bsky.social www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0CV... #booksale #kindledeal #ebook

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

Thanks to supportive colleagues at #sacramentostate, my #debutnovel GHOSTS OF WAIKĪKĪ was included in Alesia Ruble's incredible lineup of books by #CSU faculty and staff. Love my #dayjob! www.calstate.edu/csu-system/n...

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Summer Reads from the CSU Community | CSU

Dive into this list of beach-worthy books written by CSU faculty and staff.

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Crooked Lane Books @crookedlanebooks.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

Gold Country Writers welcome @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social, author of 🌴GHOSTS OF WAIKIKI🌴to speak about querying in Auburn, CA on Wednesday, July 16! Read the article below to learn more about Jennifer's background as a journalist. 📖 loom.ly/K7x1W10

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Gold Country Writers welcome reporter turned author

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

My #debutnovel GHOSTS OF WAIKĪKĪ is eligible for Best First Mystery. If you're looking for books to nominate, I'd love for you to consider my book. Ballots are out and due June 1! #crimewriter #authorlife #awardseason

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Thank you so much! And congrats to all the nominees!

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Maddie Day, aka Edith Maxwell @maddieday.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

The author-cooks at Mystery Lovers' Kitchen share our most memorable meals around the kitchen table today, and there's a SIX book #giveaway! www.mysteryloverskitchen.com/2025/05/arou...

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Around the Kitchen Table: OUR MEMORABLE MEALS Plus 6-Book #Giveaway

The blog where mystery authors cook up books and delicious recipes.

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

This is about all of us. Never forget that.

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Michael Northrop @michaelnorthrop.bsky.social · 26/04/2025

This year’s Agatha Award Best First Mystery Novel nominees— @ellejauffret.bsky.social @jadamswrites.bsky.social @elizabethcrowens.bsky.social @ktnguyenauthor.bsky.social—speaking at Malice Domestic. (Only @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social missing.) All brilliant, all on @bsky.app!

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

I got a zing interviewing an extraordinary woman today. I KNEW my #lede as she spoke, and when it was over, the story wrote itself. ❤️my #dayjob #writingcommunity #writerslife

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Let’s be clear. When the President defies the Supreme Court, it is the role of Congress to remove him from office. Full stop.

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

SAVE THE DATE Sacramento writers! Oct. 25 Capitol Crimes is hosting a series of classes on the writing craft, business of publishing, & lessons from law enforcement experts! Catriona McPherson will be the keynote speaker. Check www.capitolcrimes.org for updates! #writingconference #writingcommunity

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Raquel V. Reyes @latinasleuths.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

Orlando & Central Florida book lovers come out May 17th to the Orlando Library and meet Florida authors ocls.org/orlando-book...

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

I’m following preteen and her friends at the mall and spotted a man with a sign around his neck: Buy My Book! Why didn’t I think of that?

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · 06/04/2025

The GHOSTS OF WAIKĪKĪ #ebook is $1.99 today (4/6) only on Amazon AND Bookshop.org! tinyurl.com/24yf5umj

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · 06/04/2025

GHOSTS OF WAIKĪKĪ is a Kindle Editors' Goldbox pick! For one day you can get the #ebook for $1.99! Today ONLY! #flashsale Available wherever ebooks are sold!

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

GHOSTS OF WAIKĪKĪ is getting rave #audiobook reviews! Check out what people are saying, and then take a listen on Libro.fm, Spotify, Audible and everywhere audiobooks are available! @crookedlanebooks.Baku.social #audiobooks #bookstagram #bookreview #debutnovel

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Such a pleasure to meet #librarian @fineplan.bsky.social who wrote an amazing #review for the GHOSTS OF WAIKĪKĪ #audiobook, narrated by the talented Jennifer Robideau! Huge thrill! www.libraryjournal.com/review/ghost...

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Library Journal

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Acyn @acyn.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

Senator Cory Booker concludes his record-breaking Senate Floor speech after 25 hours Massive applause for Booker

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Kellye Garrett @kellyekell.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

Today is Trans Day Of Visability. Trans people aren't the bogeyman that MAGA wants you to think they are. They are people wanting to live as their authentic selves w/o being discriminated against for it. Check out the Crime Writers for Trans Rights auction: www.32auctions.com/writers4tran...

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Crime Writers for Trans Rights 2025

Silent auction 'Crime Writers for Trans Rights 2025' hosted online at 32auctions.

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SinCWorldWide @sincworldwide.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

#SinCPodcast: This week's guest, Lisa Black is the NYT bestselling author of 19 suspense novels, including the Gardiner & Renner and the Locard Institute series. Tune in for some bookish intrigue at sistersincrime.org/p... or your go-to podcast app!

The Sisters in Crime Writers' Podcast
Featuring Lisa Black (pictured)
https://www.sistersincrime.org/podcast

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SinCWorldWide @sincworldwide.bsky.social · 16/03/2025

Left Coast crime was a blast, and we have the videos to prove it! Audrey Lee shared what being a mentor meant to her. Are you interested in becoming a mentor to SinC members? Find out more at www.sistersincrime.org/general/cust...

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

Needed new lipstick but had to research where I want my $ to go. Happily added a few extra goodies after seeing this sign on @ultabeautyofficial.bsky.social ‘s door.

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

I'll be in Denver one week from today talking Killer Characters with @christinecarbo.bsky.social , Aaron Philip Clark, Leslie J. Hall and Janet Dawson - hope to see you there! #leftcoastcrime #rockymountainhighjinks #authorlife #bookevent #bookconference

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Alex Kenna @alexkenna.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

Going to Left Coast Crime?Join us Friday, March 14 at 6PM for readings by Crooked Lane authors & giveaways. Next, we'll go for drink at Pete’s Satire Lounge - Jack Kerouac's old haunt. @cayceosborne.bsky.social @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social @browneallover.bsky.social @mindycarlson.bsky.social

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

I'm going to be speaking at the Folsom Public Library today 3/1 at 2 PM. If you're in the area, please stop by! I'd love to meet you! www.library.folsom.ca.us/Home/Compone...

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SinCWorldWide @sincworldwide.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

Are you an emerging #CrImeFictionWriter? The Eleanor Taylor Bland Crime Fiction Writers of Color Award is now accepting submissions through March 31! Learn more at www.sistersincrime.o...

Eleanor Taylor Bland Crime Fiction Writers of Color Award
Submissions Open February 1 - March 31

www.sistersincrime.org/EleanorTaylorBland

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

I've wanted to be on the Sisters in Crime Writers' Podcast since listening to the first episode a few years back. Thank you @jahennrikus.bsky.social for helping me check off a #bucketlist item! This was such an honor, and so much fun! #podcast #authorlife www.sistersincrime.org/page/Jennife...

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Chris Towler @blkprofcct.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

So much to discuss in the latest #BlackVoterProject post-election survey & this great #SacState article offers a bit of insight into how the larger project came to be - and, again, puts an end to the notion that Black voters supported Trump in any significant way. www.csus.edu/news/newsroo...

csus.edu

Sac State professor’s new study finds Black men did not move from Democratic Party to Trump

Christopher Towler’s recent 2024 Black Voter Project disputes narratives that emerged after the election and presents a better analysis of Black public opinion.

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

Just discovered tapping my profile pic in IG opens up whole new menu of things you can do. Here's my takeaway: I may be old, but at least I'm smart enough to ask a #girlscout for help.

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Crime Writers of Color @crimewoc.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

Check out our latest episode! Crime Writers of Color co-founder Gigi Pandian chats with our podcast host @robert4justice.bsky.social!

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

I'm so excited to be featured on award-winning author George Cramer's blog today. I got to dig into my weird, messy writing process a bit for this one. Take a read and drop a comment! gdcramer.com/george-crame...

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Karly Kingsley @karlykingsley.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

“After we’ve discriminated against, deported, or disparaged all the immigrants, the gay and lesbian and transgender people, the developmentally disabled, the women, and minorities. Once we’ve ostracized our neighbors and betrayed our friends… what comes next?” - Gov. JB Pritzker

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Danny Daydreams Daily ☀️ @dannysdaydreams.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

more information to come 👀 www.flcparlay.org

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

I can't wait to meet readers and hang with my fellow @crookedlanebooks.bsky.social authors. A HUGE thank you to Tattered Cover Bookstore and @alexkenna.bsky.social for organizing all this! #bookevent #bookreading #authorlife

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