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Kris Bock writes #mystery #suspense and #romance novels, many with outdoor adventures and Southwestern landscapes.

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Voice recognition mistake of the day: “Not everyone realizes that your brain can be a weapon against corporate muffins.”
I stumbled trying to pronounce malfeasance.

https://tulepublishing.com/series/the-accidental-detective/
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    Okay, when voice recognition hears "mystery for dogs" instead of "mystery for adults," that's funny. But when I said "that is" and it heard "fat ass," that could get me in trouble!
    https://tulepublishing.com/series/the-accidental-detective/
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    Quiz: What is your mystery-solving super power?” The questions lead to an answer + book recommendation from Tule Publishing. Will you get mine? (Note that you can get an answer without giving your email, if you prefer – just scroll down so you see the SUBMIT button.)
    https://s4lth5up3tx.typeform.com/to/mmeAttUG
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    Look for these exciting audiobook versions coming in 2024:

    The Accidental Detective Series, by Kris Bock:

    Not even Arizona’s sunshine can bring light to these misdeeds—but recovering foreign war correspondent Kate Tessler is up to the job, because the stakes are personal.

    Something Shady at Sunshine Haven
    Something Deadly on Desert Drive
    Someone Cruel in Coyote Creek

    https://tulepublishing.com/series/the-accidental-detective/

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    Voice recognition mistake of the day: He tried to chuckle but it came out a kind of horse wheeze.
    https://tulepublishing.com/series/the-accidental-billionaire-cowboys/
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    Voice recognition mistake of the day: "He handed me my phone and I slept in my pocket."
    ... I slipped it in my pocket.
    https://tulepublishing.com/series/the-accidental-detective/
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    Voice recognition mistake of the day: Whenever I try to say "lawyers" dictating on my phone, it comes out "liars." Is that a voice recognition error or not?
    https://tulepublishing.com/series/the-accidental-detective/
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    Voice recognition mistake of the day: "She can get room and board at the ranch and a small celery."
    https://tulepublishing.com/books/the-billionaire-cowboys-christmas/
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    Voice recognition mistake of the day: "If it's going to be a while yet, I may need to shovel some things to make sure I don't get overwhelmed later."
    I meant shuffle, but sometimes it does feel like I need to take a shovel to the to do list.
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    Last day to grab the Depositphotos deal! Only $39 for 100 photo/vector downloads from Depositphotos (this never expires). Choose from 270 million+ royalty-free images:
    appsumo.8odi.net/6bOZAE
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    "Check out these Tule mysteries on your next trip and touch down in a good mood!
    "Something Shady at Sunshine Haven : The father-daughter relationship will warm your heart far more than the sun in this Southwestern setting. Kate’s used to danger, knows how to investigate, and that makes her the best option to tackle problems that don’t interest the police yet, so you can count on plenty of clues, twists, and characters in this whodunnit.
    https://tulepublishing.com/2024/05/top-5-mysteries-to-read-on-a-plane/ @bookstodon

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    A new review on BookBub: "Another fun read... With sister Jen, IT wizard Mackenzie, and the Coffee Shop Irregulars, they tackle both tasks with ingenuity and humour. This charming series hits the spot for me. I’m looking forward to the next one."
    https://www.bookbub.com/reviews/2188239803
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    100 ebook copies of Pride and Prejudice at The Cat Café are up for grabs in the GoodReads giveaway!
    https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/show/389209-pride-and-prejudice-at-the-cat-caf-a-furrever-friends-sweet-romance
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    Enter the GoodReads giveaway for Pride and Prejudice at The Cat Café: a Furrever Friends Sweet Romance - 100 ebook copies are up for grabs!
    https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/show/389209-pride-and-prejudice-at-the-cat-caf-a-furrever-friends-sweet-romance
    #Romance #books @bookstodon

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    'Google search interest for “historical fiction books” increased 34% in the last 3 years to 33,000 searches/month. The K-lytics Historical Fiction Report 2024 incorporates two Top-100 Market Snapshots: one for the Historical Fiction bestseller list and another for Historical Mystery. See trending authors, publishers, book descriptions, keywords, pricing analysis, cover art, Kindle Unlimited vs. Non-KU, and more.'
    https://k-lytics.com/dap/a/?a=16040&p=k-lytics.com/historical-fiction/ @bookstodon #books #publishing #mystery #Historicalfiction

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    Voice recognition mistake of the day: Then I got ready for my “not a date” with God and his kids.
    That's Todd, not God! book 7 in the Accidental Detective humorous mystery series @bookstodon

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    99-cent sale: Pride and Prejudice at The Cat Café! “I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The story is fun and I had several laugh-out-loud moments – really out loud! It also passed the ‘I'm awake in the middle of the night so I'll read test’ because then I stayed up for 4-5 hours reading and didn't actually sleep.” – reader review
    https://storyoriginapp.com/collections/6eb320a9-c5ab-45f9-ba44-46a902be614e
    #Romance #books #catlovers @bookstodon

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    Two pieces of good news this week! The first 3 Accidental Detective humorous mystery novels will come out in audio! PLUS HarperCollins/Harlequin contracted for the mass market paperback rights of something Shady at Sunshine Haven. (Mass-market is the small paperback size. Right now they're in trade paperback.) These options should bring the books to more readers. I don't know yet when they'll be out though. @bookstodon

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    Author Spotlight: I'm Back at the Cat Café with a New Novel at a Great Price! Pride and Prejudice at the Cat Café is just 99c May 2-10 (normally $4.99). Book 1 is also 99c. https://nanreinhardt.com/author-spotlight-kris-bock-is-back-at-the-cat-cafe-with-a-new-novel-at-a-great-price/
    #books #Romance @bookstodon

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    Try some new authors for free! These humorous mystery short stories, prequels, and samples are free with newsletter signup (unsubscribe any time). You'll find paranormal as well as more realistic cozy mysteries.
    https://storyoriginapp.com/to/HxRpAx8
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    Spring fling: This bunch of freebies has #romance novels of all types, from bad boy bikers to grumpy bosses to dukes being blackmailed! Find young love, second chances, forbidden romance, more.
    https://storyoriginapp.com/to/mbmgSRO
    @bookstodon #books #romance #booksale

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    Crazy Capers: Check out these wacky tales with free prequels and samples! Explore:
    A Sweet Home Alabama story
    A radical time traveling
    A scavenger hunt at a modern art museum
    A magical cat living in an English castle
    https://storyoriginapp.com/to/juDaPO4
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    Happy Mother’s Day: An Anthology - Don't miss these 6 small-town novels featuring mothers. Only 99 cents if you preorder now!
    https://tulepublishing.com/books/happy-mothers-day/
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    K-lytics Sports Romance 2024 Report: Amazon's sports #romance bestseller list climbed to new heights, sustained its performance, and has comparatively low competition. See sales development, competition, the best categories, KU/non-KU performance, high-selling cover art, top authors and publishers, optimal price points, power words for titles, keyword ideas, book descriptions, and more.
    https://k-lytics.com/dap/a/?a=16040&p=k-lytics.com/sports-romance/ #books #bookmarketing #publishing @bookstodon

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    "People seem to enjoy sleuths who are older women, who use their life experience to solve mysteries ..."
    Around the Fire In-depth Interview with Author Kris Bock.
    Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/ARyPU
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    It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a fortune should donate to a cat rescue.
    Read an excerpt from Pride and Prejudice at the Cat Cafe:
    https://alana-lorens.com/2024/04/19/pride-and-prejudice-at-the-cat-cafe-a-furrever-friends-sweet-romance/comment-page-1/#comment-271
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    The Depositphotos deal is back for a limited time! Only $39 for 100 photo/vector downloads from Depositphotos (this never expires). Choose from 270 million+ royalty-free images
    Get the deal here:
    https://appsumo.8odi.net/anD97Y
    I use this for self published book covers & social media posts. I find it has a good selection and is much more safe and reliable (in terms of proper licensing) than the completely free places. @bookstodon #books #marketing #socialmedia #author

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    Guest Author: Kris Bock and Pride and Prejudice at The Cat Café: “I’m really more of a dog person,” William muttered.
    Well, that explained it. Liz liked dogs too, and cats, and just about every other animal.
    Except for people. She didn’t always have a high opinion of them.
    https://fourfoxesonehound.wordpress.com/2024/04/15/guest-author-kris-bock-and-pride-and-prejudice-at-the-cat-cafe/
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    "Paranormal Women's Fiction features powerful heroines kicking their midlife problems to hell with sass, magic, mystery, and adventure. Check out this new K-lytics research report for a detailed market analysis, sales development, top authors/publishers, top categories, keywords, leading cover art, emerging high-selling genre clichés, Kindle Unlimited vs. Non-KU performance, and more.
    https://k-lytics.com/dap/a/?a=16040&p=k-lytics.com/paranormal-womens-fiction/
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    Coffee and Crushes at the Cat Café is 99 cents everywhere. It has 4.4 stars on Amazon with over 400 ratings and 4.2 stars on GoodReads with over 290 ratings.

    Kari doesn’t have time for love when she’s opening her new cat café. She’s busy hiring employees, fighting with the health inspector – oh, and welcoming 16 shelter cats. But when a sexy master baker walks in, she can’t let him get away.

    https://storyoriginapp.com/collections/6eb320a9-c5ab-45f9-ba44-46a902be614e @bookstodon

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    𝐒𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐑𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: If you like your on the sweet side, check out these novels with small town settings, lovable characters, and plenty of pets!
    https://storyoriginapp.com/to/GlqIQT2
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    "For the Accidental Detective series, I was inspired by the Phryne Fisher Mysteries by Kerry Greenwood, plus senior sleuths such as Jessica Fletcher ..."
    Around the Fire In-depth Interview 👉 https://lttr.ai/ARSS4
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    This book keeps chugging along. It came out in 1999. I just got a royalty payment of >300. I only get royalties twice a year, but that's not bad on a book that old. It's nice to know it's still being read.
    https://storyoriginapp.com/universalbooklinks/0b4ce802-9f5f-11ea-bff8-df0f333bb2f5
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    It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a fortune should donate to a cat rescue...

    Pride and Prejudice at The Cat Café: a Furrever Friends Sweet is out!
    https://storyoriginapp.com/collections/6eb320a9-c5ab-45f9-ba44-46a902be614e

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    My #NewRelease - Pride and Prejudice at The Cat Café: a Furrever Friends Sweet Romance #7
    It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a fortune should donate to a cat rescue.
    @bookstodon #books #caturday

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    Some of this will mainly make sense to indie authors, but my publisher got a BookBub deal for Something Deadly on Desert Drive. I went from fewer than fifty ratings to 150 in a week! And I basically retained my star rating. I also hit at least #2 in free Cozy Mystery and #2 in free Women Sleuths in the Kindle Store. (I wasn't checking constantly.) Now if only those new readers will go on to read the rest of the series ....
    https://tulepublishing.com/books/something-deadly-on-desert-drive/
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    @peachfront @bookstodon
    Thanks! I love series too, if they can keep the quality up.

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    "I was going to turn fifty soon and noted a lack of mystery leads in that in-between age!"
    Around the Fire In-depth Interview with Author Kris Bock.
    Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/AQmkV
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    Something Deadly on Desert Drive is free until the end of the month! In the humorous Accidental Detective series, a witty journalist solves mysteries in Arizona and tackles the challenges of turning fifty.
    Readers say: “I love the characters in this series.”
    “Kris has done a wonderful job providing a suspenseful mystery for the reader to help solve, as well as shared some interesting and quirky characters.”
    https://tulepublishing.com/series/the-accidental-detective/
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    Cliffhangers: Keep the Pages Turning! A Ten-Minute Writer short video to help writers improve craft. This one covers cliffhanger chapter endings that will keep readers turning the pages.
    https://youtu.be/uMiskJJULGc
    #amWriting #writing @bookstodon

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    Free and 99-cent #romance deals: You could get my cat café first-in-series sweet romance or my romantic suspense in the Southwest, Desert Gold! Or browse dozens of stories you can get free with newsletter signup (unsubscribe any time).
    https://swarmchairtraveler.blogspot.com/2024/03/free-and-99-cent-romance-deals.html
    @bookstodon #books

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    Best digitalisation errors from today's old Perry Mason novel: "Save it for the oops ...." (cops) Also [they] overtook the jeep about two or three males north of town. #books @bookstodon #reading

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    Finally got the cover for ride and Prejudice at The Cat Café: a Furrever Friends Sweet Romance book 7! (Each stands alone.)
    It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a fortune should donate to a cat rescue...
    @bookstodon #caturday #catsofmastodon #romance #books

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    - See the Cat Writers Association directory of members' books, with novels, poetry, memoirs, nonfiction on animal behavior, and books of photographs or illustrations.
    👉 https://lttr.ai/AQI7C
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    Do you have what it takes to captivate your readers with heart-pounding suspense that delves into the twists and turns of dark secrets, crimes, and mysteries?
    Thrillers » Psychological has become the #1 highest-selling Kindle sub-category in Mystery, Thrillers & Suspense. The K-lytics Psychological Thrillers Report 2024 is packed with valuable insights and data-driven analysis.
    https://k-lytics.com/dap/a/?a=16040&p=k-lytics.com/psychological-thrillers/
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    $0.99 Romance Reads: Ten books for ten bucks? Great deal! Or choose which of these novels you’d like for 99 cents each. You could get my cat café first-in-series or my in the Southwest, Desert Gold.

    https://storyoriginapp.com/to/67HKYHg
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    Get Lions and Love at the Cat Café, a sweet romance novella, free when you sign up for Kris Bock's Romance and Mystery newsletter.
    Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/AP9Y2
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    What is literary success to you?
    "I’d rather make a better living than I’m making now, but I haven’t had an office job in years, so I call that a success! "
    Around the Fire Interview 👉 https://lttr.ai/AP9WY
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