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05 May 2018

Saturday Spotlight | "Tick Tock: A Stitch In Crime" Book Release

In addition to the usual blog posts every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday about our travel adventures and day-to-day life living aboard a sailboat, I also occasionally post on Saturdays, focusing on things related to writing such as cover reveals, book launches, reviews, interviews with authors etc. So if you're a bit of a book nerd like I am, check in on Saturdays - you never know what might pop up.

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Today, I'm super excited to feature the release of >>Tick Tock: A Stitch in Crime<<, the latest Insecure Writer's Support Group (IWSG) anthology. 

When I saw that this year's anthology was focused on mystery, crime, and thriller stories revolving around a clock, something time sensitive, or something to do with a specific time, I was pretty darn excited. After all, who doesn't like stories about mysteries and crimes? And the whole time twist was intriguing.

 I'm always in awe of the talent of my fellow IWSG members and this anthology doesn't disappoint. I'm partway through reading it and, let me tell you, it's amazing!


Blurb

The clock is ticking... 
Can a dead child’s cross-stitch pendant find a missing nun? Is revenge possible in just 48 minutes? Can a killer be stopped before the rescuers are engulfed by a city ablaze? Who killed what the tide brought in? Can a soliloquizing gumshoe stay out of jail?

Exploring the facets of time, eleven authors delve into mysteries and crimes that linger in both dark corners and plain sight. Featuring the talents of Gwen Gardner, Rebecca M. Douglass, Tara Tyler, S. R. Betler, C.D. Gallant-King, Jemi Fraser, J. R. Ferguson, Yolanda Renée, C. Lee McKenzie, Christine Clemetson, and Mary Aalgaard.

Hand-picked by a panel of agents and authors, these eleven tales will take you on a thrilling ride into jeopardy and secrecy. Trail along, find the clues, and stay out of danger. Time is wasting... 

Buy Links

Tick Tock: A Stitch in Crime
Mystery / Detective / Crime / Thrillers
Print ISBN 9781939844545
eBook ISBN 9781939844552

Find Out More
Find out more about the anthology on the Tick Tock website and Facebook page. You can also find out more about other IWSG publications here, including last year's anthology, >>Hero Lost<<, which I had a story in.


Do you enjoy mystery, crime, and thriller stories? Are you planning on picking up a copy of "Tick Tock"? Don't you just love the cover?

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30 comments:

  1. Alex J. CavanaughMay 5, 2018 at 5:31 AM

    Thanks for featuring the IWSG anthology! Glad you are enjoying it. As good as last year's...?

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  2. SandeeMay 5, 2018 at 6:05 AM

    I love these kinds of books the very best. Mostly what I read. A great who done it kind of book is most fun to read.

    Have a fabulous weekend, Ellen. ♥

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    1. The Cynical SailorMay 7, 2018 at 5:54 AM

      It's a really great read. I like that you can sample different authors and types of stories.

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  3. L. Diane WolfeMay 5, 2018 at 6:15 AM

    You featured Tick Tock - wonderful!

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  4. UnknownMay 5, 2018 at 6:54 AM

    It looks awesome! Huge congrats! :)

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    1. The Cynical SailorMay 7, 2018 at 5:55 AM

      I finished the anthology now and it is indeed awesome from front cover to back.

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  5. J.Q. RoseMay 5, 2018 at 8:33 AM

    I'm reading it now and enjoying these great stories.
    JQ Rose

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  6. JEN GarrettMay 5, 2018 at 12:36 PM

    I absolutely love the cover, even though my thrill level is too low for good thrillers. So, no, I'm not planning on reading it - but yes! I'm so excited to see it out!

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    1. Rebecca M. DouglassMay 6, 2018 at 10:29 AM

      The stories aren't really the kind of thrillers that keep you up at night. I'm a real wimp, and I had no trouble with any of them! Of course, I might be biased :) Seriously, though, these are mysteries, not thrillers, and several fall into the "cozy" category, more or less.

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    2. The Cynical SailorMay 7, 2018 at 5:56 AM

      What I really like about this anthology is the range of stories - some are more on the thrillers side, while some are cozier.

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  7. Gwen GardnerMay 5, 2018 at 3:08 PM

    Mystery is my favorite genre. I'm glad you're enjoying the Tick Tick anthology and thanks so much for spotlighting it!

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    1. The Cynical SailorMay 7, 2018 at 5:56 AM

      It's a wonderful read. Mysteries are one of my favorite genres as well.

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  8. messymimiMay 5, 2018 at 3:38 PM

    Grandpa is big into mysteries, maybe this will be his Father's Day gift.

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  9. cleemckenzieMay 5, 2018 at 5:39 PM

    Thanks, Ms. Sailor Person. A lot. All of us so appreciate your spotlighting us on your nautical blog.

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  10. Jemi FraserMay 6, 2018 at 7:02 AM

    Thanks so much for spotlighting us Ellen! I'm so excited to be part of this anthology & in the company of such great people! :)

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  11. Susan Flett SwiderskiMay 6, 2018 at 7:51 AM

    I'm at the 90% mark of the book, and like you, I'm really enjoying it. :)

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    1. The Cynical SailorMay 7, 2018 at 5:57 AM

      I've now finished it since writing this and it was fantastic all the way through.

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  12. Rebecca M. DouglassMay 6, 2018 at 10:29 AM

    Thanks for the shout-out! We're all really excited about the book :)

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    1. The Cynical SailorMay 7, 2018 at 5:58 AM

      A huge congrats to you and the rest of your co-authors. Well done!

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  13. Yolanda RenéeMay 8, 2018 at 3:54 PM

    Thanks, Sailor, this is one special book. Even if I do say so myself! I love it. The stories are all truly special!
    And we do appreciate the support!

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  14. J.H. MoncrieffMay 9, 2018 at 12:16 AM

    Can't wait to read this one! Lots of talented people in every IWSG anthology.

    Thanks for featuring it.

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    1. The Cynical SailorMay 9, 2018 at 4:54 AM

      It's really neat to read stories from people who you've known through blogging. Lots of talent!

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  15. Michelle WallaceMay 9, 2018 at 12:06 PM

    This is a wonderful collection of stories written by a batch of awesome writers!

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