Celebrate cozy autumn days with Friday Finds for October 23, 2026! Meet featured author Karen Baney, discover three book reviews, explore BBNYA indie fiction, make Halloween Pretzel Broomsticks, and find a charming autumn décor favorite.
When Gnarly the German shepherd runs for mayor, political satire meets murder in Candidate for Murder by Lauren Carr. Read my 4.5-star review and an exclusive guest post from the author.
There's no place like home! This week's Friday Finds features book reviews, author Dave Tabler, old-fashioned apple crisp, and a charming miniature library. Settle in for cozy autumn discoveries, reading inspiration, and a little bookish comfort.
Lauren Carr's Best in Murder sends Mac Faraday and Gnarly into a glittering dog show full of stolen diamonds, a missing wolfhound, and murder. Read my spoiler-free five-star review, plus a guest post from the author.
A more personal cold case mystery filled with buried family secrets, emotional stakes, and layered investigation. My review of Shadows of the Missing by Lauren Carr.
A cozy mystery audiobook series featuring cold cases, humor, and a memorable investigative team. My thoughts on the Chris Matheson Cold Case Mysteries box set.