BOOK TOUR
I'm so excited to be a stop on the book tour for
A CRAFTER QUILTS A CRIME
Book 3 in the Handcrafted Mysteries
by Holly Quinn
Perfect for fans of Betty Hechtman and Maggie Sefton, Holly Quinn's third Handcrafted mystery aspires to wrap you in its warmth.
Community Craft proprietor Sammy Kane must piece together a patchwork of clues when a "live" mannequin ends up stone-cold dead.
Snowcapped pines and glittery dusted sidewalks adorn tranquil Heartsford, Wisconsin, while residents cuddle beneath heirloom quilts in front of cozy wood fires. But come the next day, the below-zero temperatures won't keep the locals away from Heartsford's annual Fire & Ice event. To boost customer traffic at Community Craft's one-night-only sale, Samantha "Sammy" Kane persuades a few of the craftspeople who sell their wares at the store to participate in a live mannequin window display contest.
Local quilter Wanda Wadsworth emerges as a favorite to win the contest, as she manages to not move a muscle for an unusual amount of time. Onlookers outside the window try everything to get her to crack--tapping on the glass and making funny faces--but nothing disrupts Wanda's stillness. When the eagle-eyed spectators realize Wanda isn't breathing, a blanket of grief and fear descends upon the wintry town.
Detective Liam Nash can't seem to piece the clues together. Fortunately, Sammy's cousin, Heidi, and her sister, Ellie, are on hand to reconvene their detective team, S.H.E. They set out to solve Wanda's untimely death before the case grows as icy as a sub-zero Wisconsin winter. But they are all too aware that the killer is too close for comfort.
Community Craft proprietor Sammy Kane must piece together a patchwork of clues when a "live" mannequin ends up stone-cold dead.
Snowcapped pines and glittery dusted sidewalks adorn tranquil Heartsford, Wisconsin, while residents cuddle beneath heirloom quilts in front of cozy wood fires. But come the next day, the below-zero temperatures won't keep the locals away from Heartsford's annual Fire & Ice event. To boost customer traffic at Community Craft's one-night-only sale, Samantha "Sammy" Kane persuades a few of the craftspeople who sell their wares at the store to participate in a live mannequin window display contest.
Local quilter Wanda Wadsworth emerges as a favorite to win the contest, as she manages to not move a muscle for an unusual amount of time. Onlookers outside the window try everything to get her to crack--tapping on the glass and making funny faces--but nothing disrupts Wanda's stillness. When the eagle-eyed spectators realize Wanda isn't breathing, a blanket of grief and fear descends upon the wintry town.
Detective Liam Nash can't seem to piece the clues together. Fortunately, Sammy's cousin, Heidi, and her sister, Ellie, are on hand to reconvene their detective team, S.H.E. They set out to solve Wanda's untimely death before the case grows as icy as a sub-zero Wisconsin winter. But they are all too aware that the killer is too close for comfort.
LKBR: Thank you for being here today, Holly. Please
tell us a bit about yourself, and A Crafter Quilts a Crime.
HQ: I write
the Handcrafted Mystery series for Crooked Lane Books and I’m excited to share
the 3rd book, A Crafter Quilts a Crime. This mystery starts as a result of something
that happens during a mannequin challenge in the window at Community Craft. The
contest is for the January Fire and Ice Event in the town of Heartsford, so
it’s a perfect read for a cold snowy evening.
LKBR: Any hints
or spoilers you can give us about your next book?
HQ: Nope.
You’ll have to read it. Ha-ha!
LKBR: Have you ever written a scene that you loved but had to
remove it for the sake of the story?
HQ: Actually, this story was originally supposed to release
before Christmas and was slotted to publish as a holiday book. Unfortunately, it had to be re-written to fit
the publishing schedule. So…it still has a hint of after Christmas remnants
scattered though the beginning of the novel as you’ll soon see! I couldn’t take
all of it out. 😊
LKBR: Have you ever
gotten reader’s block? Just find it hard to get into reading
because you are so into your writing?
HQ: Yes. Definitely,
yes! I can’t read while I’m writing the first draft of a novel. It’s like
trying to walk and chew gum at the same time. (I’m not very good at that
either, LOL!)
LKBR: Are there any
magazines/publications that as a writer you subscribe to? Are these or others
something readers could also benefit from?
HQ: No. I’m a member of
Sister’s in Crime and subscribe to their emails. With a tight publishing
schedule, that’s about all I can keep up with. I think readers can join SIC too,
but I’m not sure?
LKBR: Is there anything
you would give up if you thought it would make you an even better writer?
HQ: My weight. Ha-ha!
I’ve gained 20lbs writing this series because I’m sitting too much. They say
sitting is the next smoking. Goodness, I’m in trouble!
LKBR: Any new projects
in the works?
HQ: I’m
working on several submission packages for a few future cozy series ideas that
I’m sending to my agent. Fingers crossed! A few cool ideas in the works,
unfortunately, none I can share yet. They’re still in the vault!
LKBR: If you
could ask your readers 3 questions, what would they be?
HQ: Where is
your favorite place to read a book?
What about a story drives you to read further? Do you like those
hooks at the end of a chapter? Or do they drive you mad because you must stay
up way past your bedtime?
Would you rather meet your favorite author? Or your favorite
character?
LKBR: Where can
readers go to learn more about you and your books?
HQ: Website: http://www.authorhollyquinn.com
LKBR: Thank you
so much, Holly for letting us get to know you better!
HQ: Thank
you, Lisa, for having me. The pleasure is all mine. 😊
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!!!GIVEAWAY!!!
1 lucky reader will win a print copy of
Enter using the Rafflecopter form at the end of this post. (USA Only please)
Winner will be chosen after February 14 at the end of the tour.
This giveaway is through Great Escape Book Tours, not Lisa Ks Book Reviews.
Less
than half way through the first book in this series, I knew and said it was
going to be one of my favorites. Having now finished this third book, I stand
by my word.
Author
Holly Quinn has created something special with her Handcrafted Mysteries. With
a good number of cozy mysteries getting “edgier” (Not a word I think of when I
think of cozies), Ms. Quinn has stayed true to the roots of the genre, and I
for one am thrilled.
A
CRAFTER QUILTS A CLUE was a fast paced read from cover to cover. Feeling as
though I was a participant in every scene, I was totally invested in finding
out who killed a local woman and why they did it. With skillful plotting and a
knack for knocking the reader off track, the author had me duped right up until
the reveal.
I’m
sure I said this about the second book of this series, but I think A CRAFTER
QUILTS A CLUE may be my favorite book in this series so far. It’s been
delightful watching the characters grow from book to book, and I feel this
story shows them at their best and strongest yet. The feeling of community was
palpable and I enjoyed being a part of it.
With
A CRAFTER QUILTS A CLUE is the perfect book to treat yourself to a dose of
cozy.
About Holly Quinn
Holly Quinn has published two stand-alone fiction novels in another persona. She graduated from Carroll University in Wisconsin with a Bachelor of Science in business and a minor in marketing. This is her second Handcrafted mystery.
Visit her @ www.authorhollyquinn.com
Author Links
Website – www.authorhollyquinn.com
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/HollyQuinnbooks/
Purchase Links
Amazon – B&N – BAM – IndieBound – Powell’s Books – Walmart
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TOUR PARTICIPANTS
February 1 – Diary of a Book Fiend – SPOTLIGHT
February 1 – Literary Gold – CHARACTER GUEST POST
February 2 – Mystery Thrillers and Romantic Suspense Reviews – SPOTLIGHT
February 2 – A Chick Who Reads – REVIEW
February 3 – The Pulp and Mystery Shelf – AUTHOR INTERVIEW
February 3 – StoreyBook Reviews – SPOTLIGHT
February 4 – A Wytch's Book Review Blog - REVIEW
February 4 – The Book Decoder – REVIEW
February 5 – Hearts & Scribbles – SPOTLIGHT
February 5 – Escape With Dollycas Into A Good Book – REVIEW
February 6 – Cozy Up With Kathy – CHARACTER GUEST POST
February 6 – Baroness' Book Trove – REVIEW
February 7 – The Book's the Thing – REVIEW
February 7 – I'm All About Books – SPOTLIGHT
February 8 – This Is My Truth Now – CHARACTER INTERVIEW
February 8 – Brianne's Book Reviews – REVIEW
February 9 – Books a Plenty Book Reviews – REVIEW
February 9 – Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers – SPOTLIGHT
February 10 – My Reading Journeys – SPOTLIGHT
February 10 – Lisa Ks Book Reviews – REVIEW, AUTHOR INTERVIEW
February 11 – The Avid Reader – REVIEW
February 11 – Maureen's Musings – REVIEW
February 12 – Christy's Cozy Corners – REVIEW
February 12 – Brooke Blogs SPOTLIGHT
February 13 – Mysteries with Character – GUEST POST
February 13 – Gimme The Scoop Reviews – REVIEW
February 14 – View from the Birdhouse – REVIEW
February 14 – Celticlady's Reviews – SPOTLIGHT
February 14 – Diane Reviews Books – GUEST POST
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Thanks for the interview and the lovely review. I'm glad you enjoyed it and noticed I strive harder for each new book in the series! :)
ReplyDeleteThank you for being part of the book tour for "A CRAFTER QUILTS A CRIME" by Holly Quinn.
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed reading the interview with Holly. In answer to her questions: in from of the fireplace in the winter and our on the front porch in the warmer times of year. Love the hooks because who needs sleep anyway. Why can't you have both since most times there is a little of the author in the character. :)
Can't wait for the opportunity to read this book on my TBR list.
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Thanks, Lisa! Monday blessings, to you.
ReplyDeleteThis is a wonderful interview. This book sounds wonderful. I am a quilter and am now reading cozy mysteries. I have this on my list to read now.
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Loved reading and learning about a new author. Loved the interview.
ReplyDeleteI really like books like this especially paperback/print ones and etc...
I love the book cover and blurb. It's very interesting, intriguing and mysterious. I like your use of humans and pets together in the book.
Can't wait to read the paperback/print version of your books. I just love books like that.
Hope I win.
Crystal
This book sounds great!
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