I grew up on Agatha Christie--I mean, after I read stuff like Encyclopedia Brown and Nancy Drew. There was something transportive about puzzling out a mystery. The Queen of Crime was great at stumping me. Later on, as a writer, I appreciated her skill at varying scenarios and clues (unreliable narrator, anyone?). My mom also loved Christie and was the one who first introduced me to her. That day, I wasn't sure what to borrow at the library, and the beginning of the adult section was right behind … [Read more...]
Lefty Award Nomination!
January 18, 2023 2 Comments
Have you heard of Left Coast Crime? If you’re a crime fiction fan and live West-ish (western US, Canada…), you might know of it. This exciting conference for fans brings together readers and authors for a wonderful time of connection. Every year, it changes locations. In 2023, it’ll be held in Tucson in March. I’m really excited about LCC since my book, Death By Bubble Tea, has been nominated for a Lefty Award in the Best Humorous Mystery category. Find me listed next to Ellen Byron, my … [Read more...]
2022 Lefty Award Finalist
January 19, 2022 2 Comments
Hey, everyone! Just a quick post to say that MIMI LEE CRACKS THE CODE is a Lefty Award Finalist for Best Humorous Mystery. So honored to be on this great list of authors! https://leftcoastcrime.org/2022/Awards.html … [Read more...]
Wonderful Wednesday: Cozy Escape Awards
September 8, 2021 Leave a Comment
I have some exciting news! Mimi Lee Gets A Clue has been nominated for a Cozy Escape Award in the Own Voices category. Background behind the award: The Cozy Escape Book Club is hosting their first ever Cozy Escape Awards on 9/15 for National Cozy Mystery Day on their Patreon Page. There are 20 different Cozy Mystery categories with 5 great cozy mysteries nominated for each category. How you can participate for free: Vote for your favorite book in each … [Read more...]
I’m a CLUE finalist!
February 1, 2016 8 Comments
"You will soon be receiving some good written news." I'm finally getting back into the groove after my Taiwan vacation. Sometimes it's nice to get away to reflect on things and not experience the doubting waiting game known as submissions. I didn't get any notifications while I was gone, so I was pleasantly surprised to find that Seniors Sleuth is a CLUE finalist. The CLUE awards are run by Chanticleer Book Reviews and recognize the best thriller and suspense novels. I'm on the 2015 list for … [Read more...]
Solace through Swag (ALAAC 2014 part 1)
July 7, 2014 6 Comments
"If the horse dies, then you have to walk." --Chinese proverb You ride pretty high until the horse falters and you fall off. What else can you do then but walk? I went to the American Library Association Annual Conference (ALAAC) at the end of June to listen to the award announcements for Foreword Reviews' Book of the Year. The bad news: I didn't place in the top four slots in the multicultural category. The good news: I'm still a bonafide finalist! Another silver lining is that I got a … [Read more...]
ALA, Here I Come!
June 23, 2014 4 Comments
"Trees may prefer calm, but the wind will not subside." --Chinese proverb The wind's been blowing me here and there. In fact, this post is a little late because I had to prepare for a book talk. I interacted with teens at the local library today, talking about the process of writing and encouraging them to complete their own works over the summer. It's amazing to see their passions and their diverse interests, which can range from manga to poetry. Speaking of libraries, I'm gearing to attend … [Read more...]
Smile!
November 4, 2013 8 Comments
A person without a smiling face should not open a shop. -Chinese proverb My neighbor turned 100 years old! Her advice to a long life? Smiling. Actually, laughing. She says that she weathered life's ups and downs with a dose of good humor. Also, I was recently nominated for a blog award by Brittney (thanks!). The name of the award makes me smile: Sunshine Award. The rule is I have to answer eleven questions: 1. What is your favorite vacation place? I really enjoyed visiting Italy … [Read more...]
![Happy that Death By Bubble Tea is representing California! Check out the other great cozies by @gigipandian @korinamossauthor @kellyekell
Thank you, @cspina!
Posted @withregram • @cspina With some states, it is difficult to find cozy mysteries to highlight for my #50Cozies50States project, but that is definitely not the issue for California! California is another state where there are lots of cozy series that take place fully within its borders and I had to pick and choose between them. I decided to focus on newer or less well-known series for this post, but maybe someday I'll come back for a part 2.
* Death by Bubble Tea by Jennifer J. Chow - Jennifer J. Chow herself is a great example of how many fun series are set in California since she has the Sassy Cat Mystery series also set there. I decided to focus on this series for a few reasons. First, I really wish I could go to the night market in this book! Second, I love how it centers on the main character, Yale Yee, and her visiting cousin, since I enjoy family dynamics in cozies. Finally, I chose to focus on this book because the next in the series will be out in June, so you can pre-order it now! (But you should also check out the Sassy Cat Mystery series!)
* Cheddar Off Dead by Korina Moss - This is set at a cheese shop, which immediately caught my attention as a cheese lover! I love the small town setting and the main character in this one. This series has two books out now and two more coming this year!
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