Fresh Starts
For thousands of years, the beginning of a new year has been cause for celebration, though it was not always on the first of January. In ancient Babylon, some 4000 years ago, people celebrated during mid-March, the start of the…
Anita Dickason
The Origin Story Behind Beloved Christmas Traditions
When we think of Christmas traditions, often fond memories of decorating a Christmas tree, the hanging mistletoe, or the scent of gingerbread houses come to mind. Follow along as Anita Dickason goes On The Hunt for the origin story behind…
A Day Never Forgotten: The Killing of an American President
This month for True Crime November we’re talking about the Assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States. November 22, 1963—the day the killing of a President shocked a nation. A horrific event that is forever woven…
History Behind The Headless Horseman Legend
Take a step back in time when the night was feared. Within the encroaching darkness, danger awaited. A time when frightful tales warned of evil spirits roaming the land. A time when the thud of hoofbeats or the rattle of…
The 13th Grave by Anita Dickason p2
The month for ghosts, goblins, witches, and jack-o-lanterns. A time when the ancients believed the souls of the dead returned to their homes and evil spirits wandered the earth. A time when, “There are more things in Heaven and Earth,…
The 13th Grave by Anita Dickason P1
October. The month for ghosts, goblins, witches, and jack-o-lanterns. A time when the ancients believed the souls of the dead returned to their homes and evil spirits wandered the earth. A time when, “There are more things in Heaven and…
An Early Warning: Superstitious Origins
With October just around the corner, believers beware! Many Superstitious Origins begin in October is the month when ancient Pagans believed evil spirits walked the earth and the dead returned to their homes. Myths of ghosts, witches, vampires, and the like flourish.…
Autopsy of a Book Cover
An author’s source of inspiration comes in many forms. Sometimes, it is a picture. One that immediately stirs the author’s imagination. What kind of a story can be weaved around a decrepit doll from a bygone era attired in a…
Book Review: Second Strike by Nicole Nadeau
An extraordinary author, read on for our book review of Second Strike by Nicole Nadeau.
Puzzles & Mysteries
As mystery lovers is there a better combination than Puzzles & Mysteries? What fun when a plan comes together. On the first of June, the Mystery Review Crew launched a new group on Facebook, Mystery Review Crew—Book Talk. The place…
