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SUMMARY:STRIKING RANGE SALE! $2.99
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a veteran K-9 cop hunts a serial killer in the rugged mountains of Colorado STRIKING RANGE | Kirkus Reviews in Margaret Mizushima’s gripping seventh Timber Creek K-9 Mystery. For the entire month of September\, Striking Range is just $2.99 on Kindle. \nThis award-winning series has earned stellar reviews from critics and readers alike. Library Journal gave it a starred review\, calling it satisfying for “fans of K-9 partners and solid police procedurals\,” while Kirkus Reviews praised its “subtlety” that “suggests the best of Scandinavian noir\, with a nod to animal lovers.” Striking Range by Margaret Mizushima: 9781639102426 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books +2 \nMargaret Mizushima is the past president of the Rocky Mountain Chapter of Mystery Writers of America and was elected Writer of the Year by Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers. Margaret Mizushima – Official Website of Author Margaret Mizushima Her books have been finalists for a SPUR Award by Western Writers of America\, a Killer Nashville Silver Falchion Award\, and the Colorado Book Award. Margaret Mizushima – Official Website of Author Margaret Mizushima \nDon’t miss this chance to dive into a series that readers describe as “action packed\, compelling and well-written.” Striking Range (Timber Creek K-9 Mystery\, #7) by Margaret Mizushima | Goodreads Whether you’re new to Deputy Mattie Cobb and her K-9 partner Robo or a longtime fan\, this is the perfect opportunity to experience the Colorado high country mystery that has captivated readers worldwide. \nAvailable September 1-30 | Kindle Monthly Deal | $2.99
URL:https://akalm.net/event/striking-range-sale-2-99/
LOCATION:Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:AKA Authors,Author Margaret Mizushima,Book Launch
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SUMMARY:Bouchercon 2025
DESCRIPTION:Bouchercon is the largest and most prestigious mystery fiction convention in the United States\, often referred to as the “World Mystery Convention.” Named after Anthony Boucher\, the influential mystery critic and author\, this convention has been the cornerstone of mystery fandom since 1970. The 2025 New Orleans location promises to be particularly special\, with the city’s rich literary heritage and mysterious atmosphere providing the perfect backdrop for this celebration of crime fiction. The convention brings together thousands of authors\, fans\, and industry professionals for five days of intensive programming that includes author panels\, book signings\, dealer rooms\, and the presentation of the Anthony Awards\, voted on by convention attendees. A major highlight of the 2025 convention is the celebration of Michael Connelly\, honoring his significant contributions to the genre through his Harry Bosch series and other acclaimed works. Bouchercon’s programming covers every subgenre of mystery fiction\, from cozy mysteries to hard-boiled detective stories\, police procedurals to psychological thrillers. The convention’s international scope attracts authors and fans from around the world\, creating a truly global celebration of crime fiction. What makes Bouchercon unique is its democratic spirit—it’s run by fans for fans\, with programming designed to celebrate both established masters and emerging voices in the genre. The New Orleans setting adds an extra layer of intrigue\, with the city’s haunted history and vibrant culture enhancing the mysterious atmosphere.
URL:https://akalm.net/event/bouchercon-2025/
LOCATION:Bouchercon\, 555 Canal Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
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SUMMARY:Panel 2-1: The Art of Misdirection: Mis-Clues\, Miscues and Red Herrings (Bouchercon with J. Luke Benneke)
DESCRIPTION:Misleading your reader\, but in a good way. \nBaer Charlton – moderator\nJ. Luke Bennecke\nJohn Billheimer\nCurtis Ippolito\nJames L’Etoile\nAmanda Marbais \nDate: Wednesday\, September 3\nTime: 01:30 PM – 02:25 PM\nRoom: Galerie 1-2\n\nBook signing immediately after in the Acadia Ballroom
URL:https://akalm.net/event/panel-2-1-the-art-of-misdirection-mis-clues-miscues-and-red-herrings-bouchercon-with-j-luke-benneke/
LOCATION:Bouchercon\, 555 Canal Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:AKA Authors,Author J. Luke Bennecke,Author Meeting,Author Signing
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SUMMARY:Cozies and Cocktails! Meet J.B. Abbott
DESCRIPTION:Pour a drink\, pull up a chair\, and join us for Cozies and Cocktails on Wednesday evening at Bouchercon! Cozy mystery authors J.B. Abbott\, aka Brian Tracey– represented by AKA Literary and Jeff Ayers—will be on hand for laughs\, lively conversation\, and a little mischief. Brian will be introducing his charming and twisty new cozy\, Picking Up the Pieces\, perfect for fans who like their mysteries clever\, heartfelt\, and just a bit wicked. Come for the cocktails\, stay for the clues—and don’t miss the exclusive giveaways!
URL:https://akalm.net/event/cozies-and-cocktails-meet-j-b-abbott/
LOCATION:Bouchercon\, 555 Canal Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:AKA Authors,AKA J.B. Abbott,Author Brian Tracey,Author Signing,Writer's Events
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SUMMARY:Bouchercon 2025: Writing Partners in Crime - Challenges and Rewards with Brian Tracey
DESCRIPTION:Join us for “Writing Partners in Crime: Challenges and Rewards\,” a spirited Bouchercon 2025 panel exploring the art\, chaos\, and creativity of co-authorship. Moderated by publishing veteran Victoria Olsen\, this session brings together an all-star lineup: \n\n\nJeff Ayers and Brian Tracey\, the duo behind cozy mystery pen name J.B. Abbott \n\n\nValerie and Lynne Constantine\, the bestselling sisters who write as Liv Constantine (The Last Mrs. Parrish) \n\n\nJon Lindstrom\, actor and psychological thriller author known for blending sharp suspense with emotional depth \n\nJon is writing with Jeff now for Book 3 of the National Parks Thrillers series as A.J. Landau.\n\n\n\nTogether\, they’ll pull back the curtain on how collaboration shapes character\, plot\, and publishing success. Expect candid insights\, practical tips\, and a few hilarious behind-the-scenes stories from the world of writing duos. \n\nDescription:  Twice the work or twice the fun? The challenges and rewards of writing with a partner. \n\n\n  \n\n\nVictoria Olsen – moderator \n\n\nJeff Ayers \n\n\nValerie Liv Constantine \n\n\nLynne Constantine \n\n\nJon Lindstrom \n\n\nBrian Tracey \n\nLocation: Room: Galerie 1-2 \n 
URL:https://akalm.net/event/bouchercon-2025-writing-partners-in-crime-challenges-and-rewards-with-brian-tracey/
LOCATION:Bouchercon\, 555 Canal Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:AKA Authors,AKA J.B. Abbott,Author Brian Tracey,Writer's Events
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SUMMARY:CrimeCon 2025
DESCRIPTION:CrimeCon is a groundbreaking event that represents the convergence of true crime entertainment\, investigative journalism\, and forensic science education. This immersive weekend-long conference covers every aspect of true crime culture\, from the latest cold cases and advanced scientific techniques that help solve them to new television documentaries and the best crime and mystery podcasts in the world. The event brings together a unique community of experts and enthusiasts\, including law enforcement professionals\, forensic scientists\, investigative journalists\, true crime authors\, podcasters\, and passionate fans. What distinguishes CrimeCon is its emphasis on creating a responsible and empathetic community that respects victims\, families\, and law enforcement while pursuing justice and understanding. Programming includes case studies of famous investigations\, presentations on cutting-edge forensic technology\, discussions about the ethics of true crime media\, and opportunities to meet the creators of popular true crime content. The conference features interactive elements such as mock crime scenes\, forensic workshops\, and detective challenges that allow attendees to engage with the material in hands-on ways. CrimeCon also serves as a platform for raising awareness about unsolved cases and supporting victims’ families. The Denver location provides excellent facilities for this large-scale event\, which attracts thousands of attendees from around the world\, making it the premier gathering for true crime enthusiasts and professionals.
URL:https://akalm.net/event/crimecon-2025/
LOCATION:CRIMECON\, 6700 N Faylord Rockies Blvd.\, Aurora\, CO\, 80019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Writer's Events
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SUMMARY:Bouchercon 2025: Psychological Focus – Going Inside the Mind of a Killer
DESCRIPTION:Step into the shadows at Bouchercon 2025 with “Psychological Focus: Going Inside the Mind of a Killer\,” a gripping Friday morning panel moderated by author Brian Tracey. Featuring a powerhouse lineup—Lisa Jewell\, Joshua Moehling\, Linda Sands\, Diane Schaffer\, and Miranda Smith—this session delves deep into the dark corners of character psychology. Discover how today’s top crime writers craft believable villains\, explore twisted motivations\, and blur the lines between good and evil. It’s the panel that will change how you write (and read) a killer. \nWhy do killers kill? What drives their decisions\, and how do writers make it feel real? Join a lineup of darkly brilliant crime writers as they explore the twisted—but often disturbingly logical—motivations behind their most chilling villains. Learn how psychological depth transforms antagonists into unforgettable characters. \n🎤 \nPanel Participants\n\n\nModerator: Brian Tracey \nCo-author of the cozy mystery series under J.B. Abbott; here bringing a sharp lens to psychological suspense. \n\n\nLisa Jewell \nInternationally bestselling author of dark psychological thrillers like Then She Was Gone and None of This Is True. \n\n\nJoshua Moehling \nAuthor of the Deputy Ben Packard series\, known for layered characters and Midwestern noir vibes. \n\n\nLinda Sands \nAward-winning author of gritty thrillers and Southern-set crime fiction. \n\n\nDiane Schaffer \nUp-and-coming voice in psychological suspense\, blending chilling twists with emotional undercurrents. \n\n\nMiranda Smith \nAuthor of fast-paced domestic thrillers with morally complex protagonists and shocking endings.
URL:https://akalm.net/event/bouchercon-2025-psychological-focus-going-inside-the-mind-of-a-killer/
LOCATION:Bouchercon\, 555 Canal Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:AKA Authors,AKA J.B. Abbott,Author Brian Tracey,Writer's Events
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SUMMARY:Bouchercon 2025: 🥐 Debut Authors’ Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Wake up to the future of crime fiction at Bouchercon 2025’s Debut Authors’ Breakfast! This beloved tradition brings together readers\, reviewers\, editors\, and authors to celebrate the fresh voices making their Bouchercon debut. Among this year’s featured authors is AKA Literary’s Brian Tracey\, introducing his charming and twist-filled cozy mystery Picking Up the Pieces\, written under the joint pseudonym J.B. Abbott.
URL:https://akalm.net/event/bouchercon-2025-%f0%9f%a5%90-debut-authors-breakfast/
LOCATION:Bouchercon\, 555 Canal Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
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SUMMARY:Last One Seen with Rebecca Kanner — Once Upon A Crime
DESCRIPTION:📘 Book Overview: Last One Seen \nGenre: Psychological Thriller \nSeries: Standalone \nAuthor: Rebecca Kanner \nPublisher: Crooked Lane Books \nRelease Date: September 23\, 2025 \nFormats: Hardcover ($29.99)\, Paperback ($19.99)\, eBook ($14.99) \nISBNs: \n– Hardcover / Paperback: 979‑8892421287 \n– eBook: 979‑8892422505 \nPage Count: 336 \n\nSynopsis: \n“There are three people I suspect of killing her\, and I’m one of them.” Hannah\, a creative writing MFA student at Washington University in St. Louis\, awakens in the passenger seat of a car speeding away from a murder. Haunted by blackouts\, mental health struggles\, and betrayal\, she can’t disentangle reality from paranoia. As a haunting dual-timeline unfolds\, she’s forced to confront whether she—and who else—might be responsible for the death of her charismatic peer\, Justine.   \n\n👤 About the Author: Rebecca Kanner \nRebecca Kanner is a graduate of the St. Paul Civilian Police Academy\, holds an MFA from Washington University in St. Louis\, and teaches at The Loft Literary Center in Minneapolis   . Her acclaimed previous novels include Sinners and the Sea and Esther. She is a member of Sisters in Crime and brings authentic procedural insight to her psychological thrillers. \n\n🗓️ Launch & Promotion \n  \nCelebrate the release of Rebecca Kanner’s new thriller\, Last One Seen at Once Upon A Crime\, Minneapolis’s legendary independent mystery bookstore. \nThe evening will feature a reading\, author talk\, and audience Q&A\, followed by a signing. Books will be available for purchase at the store. \n\n\nDate/Time: Tuesday\, September 23\, 2025 • 6:30–7:30 pm \n\n\nVenue: Once Upon A Crime\, 604 W. 26th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN 55405 \n\n\nAdmission: Free; open to the public \n\n\nPresented by: Once Upon A Crime \n\n\n  \nPRE-ORDER TODAY:
URL:https://akalm.net/event/book-launch-last-one-seen-by-rebecca-kanner/
LOCATION:Once Upon a Crime\, 610 W 26th\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States
CATEGORIES:AKA Authors,Author Pre-Release,Author Rebecca Kanner,Book Launch
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250927T133000
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SUMMARY:Last One Seen Launch with Rebecca Kanner — Marathon County Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Author Rebecca Kanner returns with her new novel Last One Seen. Join her at the Marathon County Public Library in Wausau for a reading\, discussion\, and launch celebration as part of the Central Wisconsin Book Festival. \nThe event is free and open to the public. Seating is first-come\, first-served. Books will be available for purchase\, with a signing to follow. \n\n\n\nDate/Time: Saturday\, September 27\, 2025 • 1:30–2:30 pm \n\n\nVenue: Marathon County Public Library\, 300 N. First Street\, Wausau\, WI \n\n\nAdmission: Free \n\n\nPresented by: Central Wisconsin Book Festival \n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://akalm.net/event/last-one-seen-with-author-rebecca-kanner/
LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library (MCPL\, 300 N 1st St\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States
CATEGORIES:AKA Authors,Author Rebecca Kanner,Author Signing,Book Launch
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