Here is my third list of suggested reads for your summer holidays, or lazy days. Or if it’s winter where you are, reads with which you can snuggle up on the sofa or in your favorite chair and escape the less than perfect weather outside.
The Death in Sioux Lookout Trilogy by Richard Schwindt
I’m a big fan of Richard Schwindt. I own all of his fiction. Because he is simply that good. His writing is laced with humor, full of life-like characters, enchanting (but not ponderous) descriptions of places that will transport you right out of your chair, and masterful storytelling that grabs you and doesn’t let you go.
Sioux Lookout is one of Schwindt’s favorite places and he makes it come alive for us in this trio of murder mysteries.
I love this series. My only complaint is that there aren’t more stories. Three just aren’t enough!
Do pick up this trilogy and join Chris Allard, dysfunctional social worker, as he solves 3 murders. An unlikely, yet astute amateur sleuth.
The Razzman Files and The Razzman Chronicles by Joe Congel
I love private investigator mysteries and Joe Congel writes doggone good ones. So good, in fact, that I bought every book he’s published to date.
In Tony Razzolito, The Razzman, Congel pays homage to the classic noir detective, without the overwhelming dark atmosphere. At the end of the day, we have bad guys — not bad humanity.
These are well-written whodunits, perfect for your armchair detective work. Pick them up, because the game is afoot!
The Monkey Idol by KD McNiven
I met Ms McNiven on Twitter, and I’m glad I did. Otherwise I’d never have discovered this delightful book — which is the first in her Decker and Callie series of adventure yarns.
My interest in archeology and lost cities and civilizations goes way back, and because this novel taps into all three I was hooked.
Ms McNiven tells a tale that will remind you a bit of Dirk Pitt, Indiana Jones, and Lara Croft. Lots of action in a thrilling adventure.
There are 3 books out now in the Decker and Callie series, and the two I haven’t read are definitely on my TBR list! And they should be on yours, as well.
Dark Fiction Tales by Andy Graham
Andy Graham is an incredible wordsmith. Simply incredible. His command of the English language is superb. And I’m more than a little envious! 🙂
His Dark Fiction Tales are amazingly dark tales about us. You know, people who could be you or me and yet aren’t you or me. The folk in Graham’s tales are the Mr Hyde that lurks inside each and every one of us — whether we want to admit he’s there or not.
I Died Yesterday is Book 1 and contains 5 stories that examine the consequences of our deepest wishes and desires, and of our seemingly innocent actions.
An Angel Fallen is Book 2 and is a powerfully eloquent tale of consequences and redemption. If this story doesn’t move you, I’m not sure any will.
A Crow’s Game is Book 3 and has just been released. I’m very much looking forward to reading it.
If you love to read the handiwork of a master craftsman, one who does things with language that no one else can, if you love good storytelling and well-crafted imagery, then you’ll love Andy Graham.
Once Upon a WolfPack: A #WolfPackAuthors Anthology by the #WolfPackAuthors
Short stories are the perfect reading experiences for this day and age when everyone is busier than busy.
But for myself, I’ve always loved short stories. I cut my reading eye teeth on them. A well-crafted short story is a thing of beauty. A powerful experience in a small package.
The #WolfPackAuthors is a writing group on Twitter dedicated to promoting and supporting its members. And one of our projects of mutual support is the Once Upon a WolfPack anthology. This collection of 17 stories and poems not only highlights the work of 17 members of the pack, but the profits from the anthology go to Lockwood Animal Rescue Center. The center helps save wolves from senseless and careless destruction and helps support returning veterans to transition back into civilian society, a society that doesn’t often understand the hidden wounds they carry.
Pick yourself up a copy and meet 17 new to you authors — and help out wolves and vets. This is such a good deal!
Comments are always welcome! And until next time, happy reading!
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