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Red Beans and Rituals By Jen Pitts: Review/Giveaway/Guest Post
Red Beans and Rituals is book two in The Witches of the French Quarter mystery series by Jen Pitts. While readers can easily devour this delicious mystery on its own, book one (Mardi Gras and Magic) is equally delightful and reveals some excellent back story.
Valley Animal Center: Siberian Husky Left to Suffer with Severe Skin Infection
In March, our hearts were touched as we welcomed a precious soul into our care: Frijolito (27905), a 3-year-old Siberian Husky.
His skin condition spoke volumes about the loneliness and neglect he had endured.
She Left By Stacie Grey: Review/Giveaway/Interview
She Left is a locked room mystery, with a limited number of characters that the reader gets to know intimately. In a special nod to Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None, the characters are invited to a remote location by a well-known journalist who wants to interview each of them about a mass murder that happened 20 years ago. Upon arrival, they don’t find a journalist, they find the crazed mother of the young man that confessed to the crime of setting off a bomb then knifing survivors.
Queer Mystery Coming Attractions: June 2024
Welcome to Pride 2024!! Be safe! Be vigilant! Celebrate who you are!!
On a book-related topic, I am a part of a lot of book Facebook groups and one question that consistently comes up is what to do about bad smelling books. Most of the time it’s a book that belonged to their nine-pack-of-cigarettes-a-day grandmother and they just can’t bear to part with it.
Out of Time By Cathi Stoler: Review/Giveaway
Dubai. New York City. Lexington, Kentucky. The Tallest Building in the World. Luxurious suites in five-star hotels. The Kentucky Derby. Lurking gangsters. Perfidious terrorists. Kidnappings. Bombs. Murder. A secret weapon. A helpful cat. And—believe it or not—Klingons.
Q & A With River City Theatre Company Board Member Mark Luzania
Over the last few months, we have interviewed several of the board members of Reedley’s very own theatre company, River City Theatre Co.(RCTC). This week is the last of those interviews as we chat with Mark Luzania, who is a past board president, and current member. Those who live in Reedley may also know Mark as a local dentist.
New Mysteryrat’s Maze Podcast featuring Voices
Here is your weekly reminder that there are also new articles up on our other website KRL News & Reviews! Every week there will be book reviews and giveaways, plus sometimes pet articles, theatre articles, and more! And listen to our new podcast!
A Deep Dive into Anxiety and the Paths to Light
Anxiety is a silent whisper in the lives of many, an unseen force that shapes actions, thoughts, and experiences. It's the common thread in many stories, often hidden behind a mask of normalcy. This exploration into anxiety is not just a discussion about its pervasiveness but an earnest effort to understand its roots, myriad manifestations, and, importantly, the avenues for help and healing.
6 Tips On Dealing with Your Mental Health And Others
It can be frustrating to struggle with your mental health and to get your family and friends to understand where you are coming from.
How to Properly Keep a House Clean with Pets?
It's hard to argue with the fact that pets fill the home with life. They are fed, cared for, but most of all, they are loved. As a rule, four-legged friends reciprocate. So, it comes as no surprise that owners willingly turn a blind eye to the additional costs of time and effort appearing on cleaning. The thing is that pets can create plenty of dirt that spreads throughout the house.
5 Items You Didn’t Think About Including on Your Baby Registry
Did you know that baby showers are one of the top-celebrated events? If you're creating a baby registry, it's important to think about a variety of things. These include items that can improve your comfort and convenience as well as those that will improve your baby's safety.
Molten Death By Leslie Karst: Review/Giveaway/Mother’s Day Recipe
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Valerie and her wife Kristen are in Hawaii as a way for Valerie to begin to recover from the death of her brother, Charlie, in a fiery car wreck. Kristen visited years before she met Valerie and made friends with Isaac. Now the couple are Isaac’s houseguests.
Rattie Ratz: A Tribute To Hansel
In February of last year, I wrote an article about my personal experience owning rats. It was sort of a memorial piece for my first official mischief (a group of rats) that really solidified my identity as a rat owner. Towards the end of the article, I stated that I was having a hard time bonding with the new boys I rescued because of the heartbreak of losing the last boy of that first mischief.
The Band By Christine Ma-Kellams: Review/Giveaway/Guest Post
The Band begins with a breezy narration full of footnotes covering the rise – and fall? – of a female Korean pop band attempting to forge their success in the States. They hope that connecting with another Korean idol who has found popularity in America will give them a boost up, but ominous hints would indicate that it’s about to go wrong.
Creating Lasting Memories: Recipe For the Perfect Gatlinburg Family Vacation
Planning a family vacation in Gatlinburg offers a unique blend of natural beauty, exciting activities, and welcoming atmospheres that guarantee memories to last a lifetime. This picturesque town, surrounded by the majestic Smoky Mountains, presents a perfect backdrop for family adventures. Whether it's exploring the great outdoors or enjoying the local culture and cuisine, Gatlinburg has something for everyone. This guide will walk you through crafting the perfect itinerary, ensuring your family vacation is filled with joy, adventure, and relaxation.
Ten Tips to Make the Most of Your Trip to the Smokies
The Smoky Mountains, a gem located in the heart of Appalachia, attract travelers with their mist-covered peaks and lush, verdant forests. This majestic range is not only a haven for nature lovers but also a treasure trove of American cultural heritage, making it an essential destination on any traveler's bucket list.
A Murder Most French By Colleen Cambridge: Review/Giveaway
I’m no stranger to Colleen Cambridge’s enchanting storytelling, but this is my first time meeting her sleuth, Tabitha Knight. It can be a gamble picking up book two in a series without reading the first, but I am happy to report that the kindhearted, yet fierce Tabitha dazzled me right from page one, and by page two, she felt like an old friend. The warm, inviting way in which Cambridge writes her characters (and the settings they inhabit) has a mesmerizing effect on the reader.
Mystery Short Story: Who Squawked?
“This is Chet Armor. I need to dispose of a parrot.”
“Thanks for your call, Chet,” Jake replied. “I’m sorry, but we don’t––”
“You have to take him. I’ve called every bird and animal adoption place within an hour of Sacramento. No one will take a parrot. Snakes, pot-bellied pigs, and rats are welcome, but not parrots.”
Three Fudges and a Baby By Nancy Coco: Review/Giveaway
It’s April on Mackinac Island, and the Historic McMurphy Hotel and Fudge Shop’s owner Allie McMurphy is preparing for the spring tourist season to resume. Her best friend Jenn Carpenter is also very pregnant and ready to pop, and even though she is two weeks overdue she is relieved to have hired doula Hannah Riversbend to help her give birth. That relief ends when Allie and Jenn find Hannah standing over a body holding a gun, and having her doula suspected of murder sends Jenn into a spiral of panic and hysteria.
- Books & Tales
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- Every Other Book
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Red Beans and Rituals By Jen Pitts: Review/Giveaway/Guest Post
Red Beans and Rituals is book two in The Witches of the French Quarter mystery series by Jen Pitts. While readers can easily devour this delicious mystery on its own, book one (Mardi Gras and Magic) is equally delightful and reveals some excellent back story.
Red Beans and Rituals By Jen Pitts: Review/Giveaway/Guest Post
Red Beans and Rituals is book two in The Witches of the French Quarter mystery series by Jen Pitts. While readers can easily devour this delicious mystery on its own, book one (Mardi Gras and Magic) is equally delightful and reveals some excellent back story.
Queer Mystery Coming Attractions: June 2024
Welcome to Pride 2024!! Be safe! Be vigilant! Celebrate who you are!! On a book-related topic, I am a part of a lot of book Facebook groups and one question that consistently comes up is what to do about bad smelling books. Most of the time it’s a book that belonged to their nine-pack-of-cigarettes-a-day grandmother and they just can’t bear to part with it.
How I Failed My Way into Writing Books
March 24, 2021. My family and I were enjoying dinner after a show. I was working two jobs at the time, plus making my first feature film. After years of planning, I had shot most of it with the best cast anyone could have asked for, and magic had been made. I had brought my laptop and hard drive with me, hoping I could get some more editing done in the three-and-a-half-hour drive both to and from the show, but we were all in the moment and enjoying each other's company, so no editing had been done thus far on the trip.
KRL Staff Favorite Books of 2023
It’s that time of year again, a time to look back at the books we reviewed here at KRL over the past year and share with you some of our favorites! We reviewed a LOT of books last year. All of our main reviewers share in this post their top 5-10ish favorite books they reviewed in 2023, except for me. To find my list click here and you can also enter to win a $5 Amazon gift card!
Mystery Short Story: Who Squawked?
“This is Chet Armor. I need to dispose of a parrot.” “Thanks for your call, Chet,” Jake replied. “I’m sorry, but we don’t––” “You have to take him. I’ve called every bird and animal adoption place within an hour of Sacramento. No one will take a parrot. Snakes, pot-bellied pigs, and rats are welcome, but not parrots.”
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Q & A With River City Theatre Company Board Member Mark Luzania
Over the last few months, we have interviewed several of the board members of Reedley’s very own theatre company, River City Theatre Co.(RCTC). This week is the last of those interviews as we chat with Mark Luzania, who is a past board president, and current member. Those who live in Reedley may also know Mark as a local dentist.
Q & A With River City Theatre Company Board Member Mark Luzania
Over the last few months, we have interviewed several of the board members of Reedley’s very own theatre company, River City Theatre Co.(RCTC). This week is the last of those interviews as we chat with Mark Luzania, who is a past board president, and current member. Those who live in Reedley may also know Mark as a local dentist.
Rogue Reviews: Cookie’s Cult Classics/S’Will ‘24/seaMAN/Titillated
Here are more Rogue show reviews, with possibly still a couple more to come! You will be able to find all of our reviews, and our performer preview articles, and our article about Rogue 2024 in our Rogue Festival section here at KRL.
The Band By Christine Ma-Kellams: Review/Giveaway/Guest Post
The Band begins with a breezy narration full of footnotes covering the rise – and fall? – of a female Korean pop band attempting to forge their success in the States. They hope that connecting with another Korean idol who has found popularity in America will give them a boost up, but ominous hints would indicate that it’s about to go wrong.
New Mysteryrat’s Maze Podcast featuring Voices
Here is your weekly reminder that there are also new articles up on our other website KRL News & Reviews! Every week there will be book reviews and giveaways, plus sometimes pet articles, theatre articles, and more! And listen to our new podcast!
Rogue Reviews: Cookie’s Cult Classics/S’Will ‘24/seaMAN/Titillated
Here are more Rogue show reviews, with possibly still a couple more to come! You will be able to find all of our reviews, and our performer preview articles, and our article about Rogue 2024 in our Rogue Festival section here at KRL.
Missing Persons: A Ghost Short Story
I handed my friend Graham a print out of the portrait I’d just taken of him and he burst into tears. He was sitting in the tapestry chair with his elbows resting on the wooden, carved lions head armrests, gazing into the near distance, exactly as I’d asked him to pose.
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- Animal Rescue Adventures
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Valley Animal Center: Siberian Husky Left to Suffer with Severe Skin Infection
In March, our hearts were touched as we welcomed a precious soul into our care: Frijolito (27905), a 3-year-old Siberian Husky. His skin condition spoke volumes about the loneliness and neglect he had endured.
Valley Animal Center: Siberian Husky Left to Suffer with Severe Skin Infection
In March, our hearts were touched as we welcomed a precious soul into our care: Frijolito (27905), a 3-year-old Siberian Husky. His skin condition spoke volumes about the loneliness and neglect he had endured.
Feral Paws Rescue: Betty and Fox
This month we feature two outstanding cats who recently came from the CCSPCA - Fresno. They both are gorgeous cats who were surrendered from different owners who were unable to keep them. Feral Paws Rescue was asked by the shelter if we would take them in. Of course we did!
Rattie Ratz: A Tribute To Hansel
In February of last year, I wrote an article about my personal experience owning rats. It was sort of a memorial piece for my first official mischief (a group of rats) that really solidified my identity as a rat owner. Towards the end of the article, I stated that I was having a hard time bonding with the new boys I rescued because of the heartbreak of losing the last boy of that first mischief.
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LatestRed Beans and Rituals By Jen Pitts: Review/Giveaway/Guest Post
Red Beans and Rituals is book two in The Witches of the French Quarter mystery series by Jen Pitts. While readers can easily devour this delicious mystery on its own, book one (Mardi Gras and Magic) is equally delightful and reveals some excellent back story.
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LatestNew Theatre Opportunities For KCUSD Middle & Elementary Schools
While Reedley High School has been well known for its theatre productions for quite some time, I recently became aware that theatre was happening at some Kings Canyon Unified School District (KCUSD) K-8 schools in Reedley, so I set out to learn more. Little did I realize that this actually began last year and somehow slipped under KRL’s radar, with the first show, a production of High School Musical Jr., performed by TL Reed students at Silas Bartsch.
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LatestMaster Gardener Spring Garden Tour
Winter is over and spring is finally here. So if you’re in the mood for an adventure in the great outdoors after emerging from hibernation (and who isn’t?), perhaps something affordable and close to home that will delight and possibly inspire you, listen up.
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LatestQ & A With River City Theatre Company Board Member Mark Luzania
Over the last few months, we have interviewed several of the board members of Reedley’s very own theatre company, River City Theatre Co.(RCTC). This week is the last of those interviews as we chat with Mark Luzania, who is a past board president, and current member. Those who live in Reedley may also know Mark as a local dentist.
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