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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Join me as I chat with the fabulous Sarah Burr and J.C. Kenney @jckenney.bsky.social about three topics I'm very excited to discuss: Weddings, whodunits, and tequila donkeys! #booksky #cozymystery Thursday, June 4, at 4PM EST, or catch the replay on YouTube. (Link below!)

Promo for A Bookish Moment with picture of the hosts, Sarah Burr and J.C. Kenney.

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Chicks on the Case @chicksonthecase.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Kindle Daily Deal from Chicks on the Case! Get BURIED IN SHAMROCKS by Lisa Q. Mathews for only $2.99 — today June 2 only! #kindledailydeal #bookdeal GO GET IT!! (link below) @lisaqmathews.bsky.social

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

A big part of why I wanted to relaunch my series was because I LOVE the mystery writing community! This wonderful post by @mariahfredericks.bsky.social explains why.

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

If you love cozy neighborhoods, quirky senior apartments, and a retired nun sleuth with sass — you’ll want to check out today's post by Melissa Westemeier, author of DROPPED LIKE A BAD HABIT. @mwestemeier.bsky.social #cozymystery #booksky

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

I love awkward, and what's more awkward than unwittingly writing a book about your future co-workers?

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

Thanks, I'll keep that in mind as I get closer to relaunching my series!

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

I hear ya! I got my rights back and am recreating based on the most recent word doc I can find. Yikes!

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

Bubblegum Horror! I don't even know what that is but now I want to write one.

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

I think I've made peace with the static signup form for now, but will probably reevaluate down the road. You can check it out at www.marlacooper.com and if you have recos for the best place to rebuild (easy = good!) I'll take 'em!

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Author of the Kelsey McKenna Destination Wedding Mysteries, relaunching Fall of 2025.

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

It's my author website. I already had Canva Pro and they have a super easy drag and drop website building (plus they host it for free with Pro!)... sounded like a great deal, right? It is, but that one little functionality isn't supported.

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

Today at Chicks on the Case: Mystery author Leslie Karst goes deep — and makes me want to air up my bike tires. Follow Leslie at @lesliekarst.bsky.social, and come check out this great post already!

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 02/08/2025

THANK you! Finally, someone who understands my pain! 😂

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

Whew! Had a little rant about my favorite grammatical pet peeves on the blog today, and now I feel so much better! We're having a lively discussion in the comments, so come join us — and drop your favorite below. 👇

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Grammar Crimes of the Digital Age

It’s hard being a grammar geek in the digital age. When you’re online, it seems like the rules are more like… suggestions. Anyone who spends any amount of time on social media will run across all S…

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Mrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

You can't call immigrants lazy moochers looking for government handouts and then round them up at Home Depots where you know they are looking for work. You can't say immigrants don't follow the rules and then round them up in courthouses where they are following the rules. Get your lies straight.

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

Just curious: Do you remember your dreams? My FIL, a former baker in his 70s, said he STILL has stress dreams about drowning in dough! I barely remember mine, but this post makes me jealous that I don't! #amwriting #debutnovel #mystery

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

Fans of Ann Myers and Nora Page will definitely want to check out this wonderful post by Ann Claire! (Spoiler: they're all the same person.) Seriously, though, this is a great post for writers about not giving up! #amwriting #mystery #cozymystery

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

Join me in my underground bunker as I execute @lisaqmathews.bsky.social's tips for surviving the week.

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 21/06/2025

POV: You spend two hours setting up your MailerLite account and building a form to embed on your website, only to find out that Canva won't let you embed it and your only option is to rebuild the website on another platform if you want to have that functionality...

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

Grab a free book!! Today only, June 20. It’s Stuff Your Kindle Day at Romance Bookworms. Mostly romance, but cozy mystery lovers can find some cozy / romance hybrids. Go go go! #mystery #romance #booksky #amreading #bookgiveaway #freebooks www.romancebookworms.com/kindle-categ...

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Kindle Categories — Romance Bookworms

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

This may be my favorite "how do you get your ideas" stories yet! @mollymacrae.bsky.social

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 14/06/2025

Raise your hand if you need a dog to smile at you today! ✋

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

I love a good anthology! Come find out the inspiration behind MIDNIGHT SCHEMERS & DAYDREAM BELIEVERS at Chicks on the Case! 🐣

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Such a fun post! And what is UP with those families who go enjoy a meal at a nice restaurant but spend the whole time looking at their phones?! @lisaqmathews.bsky.social

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

Stop by the blog today to say hi to Kyra Davis Lurie ... this one's going straight to the TBR list! Check out those reviews on Amazon ("Instant classic!") and follow Kyra at @kyradavis.bsky.social. #TBR #bookrelease

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

My sleuth is a destination wedding planner, so setting is such a huge part of every book. In other words, I can totally relate!

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

Novel pitch: DEATH OF A BROMANCE Not exactly a surprise ending, but still binge-worthy!

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

Fascinating read at Chicks on the Case... my dad was a firefighter so now I absolutely need to read this book! #mysteries #booksky #amreading

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Chicks on the Case @chicksonthecase.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

Take a peek behind the scenes of Jason Powell's debut novel, NO MAN'S GHOST. Not just a debut author, Jason is a firefighter and deep-fried Oreo afficionado. And he's bringing the 🔥🔥🔥 to Chicks on the Case in this interview with @cynthiakuhn.bsky.social! #MysteryWriters #BookRec #mystery

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A Visit with Jason Powell

Cynthia here–at Left Coast Crime, I had the great fortune to meet the wonderful Jason Powell, who kindly agreed to visit us and answer some questions about his book No Man’s Ghost, which is o…

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Crime scenes, everywhere! I relate to this so much. Fun post, today on the blog: @patriciasargeant.bsky.social Stop by and let us know your latest micro-investigation! #cozymystery #mystery

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

This is such a fun blog post! My blogmates and I are dishing about our worst job ever, and invite you to do the same!

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

1. Check out J.C.'s flamingo suit 2. Congratulate him on his latest book 3. Enter to win a copy of IN THE DITCH Today on Chicks on the Case! #booksky #bookgiveaway #cozymystery #mystery

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

Today on the blog, I talk about that time Shonda Rhimes "stole" my idea — and more! Have you ever had an Idea Doppleganger? #cozymysteries #amwriting #mysterywriter #cozymystery #chicksonthecase #booksky

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Chicks on the Case @chicksonthecase.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

A powerful reality check today from Canadian mystery author Vicki Delany @vickidelany.bsky.social, who is cancelling her U.S. appearances for the foreseeable future in light of Trump's sudden obsession with Canada. Elbows up! #cozymystery #mysteryauthors

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Guest Chick: Vicki Delany

Hi all, Ellen here. Canadian author Vicki Delany is a revered cozy author who I am blessed to consider a dear friend. I was saddened to learn that she’d cancelled her upcoming author visits t…

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Love this post about a would-be research trip. Have you ever taken a research trip for a book? Where did you go? If not, what would be your ideal location for a reseach trip?

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

I love your rating system! I once got a 1-star from someone who accidentally bought the audiobook and was mad that she got an MP3 instead of the book. If I only get one star, I want to earn it, damnit! 😂

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Chicks on the Case @chicksonthecase.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

"She said, 'Do you want to start a blog with me? I already have a name for it.' I said, 'What’s the name going to be?' and she said, 'Chicks on the Case', and I said, 'Sold!'" chicksonthecase.com/2025/01/06/a...

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A Job Interview with Marla Cooper

As regular readers of this blog already know, our beloved Chick Kathleen Valenti has flown the coop to wing her way off and engage in other fabulous adventures–though she promises to come bac…

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Marla Cooper - Author @marlacooper.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

Book SEVEN?!?! How did you do that? Congratulations! 💕🧁📖

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