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LeAnna Shields
A place where I will be reviewing books and eventually interviewing the authors. I also plan to discuss the greats in classic detective fiction.
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Author Chat with Zaida Nightingale

Author Chat with Zaida Nightingale

What a blast! I loved chatting with Zaida Nightingale author of The Last Note.  If you like our show consider becoming either a Clever Sidekick, a Small Town Sleuth, or a Sherlock Holmes on our Patreon account https://www.patreon.com/TheCozySleuth or for a one-time contribution, you can feed our coffee addiction on https://ko-fi.com/thecozysleuth any contribution helps to keep our show commercial-free.
29:0719/05/2020
A Review of A Penny for Your Thoughts

A Review of A Penny for Your Thoughts

A Penny for your thoughts is the first in the Million Dollar Mysteries by Mindy Starns Clark. It was also the second Cozy series I fell in love with. if you want to support our show and keep it commercial-free become either a Clever Sidekick, a Small Town Sleuth. or a Sherlock Holmes at https://www.patreon.com/TheCozySleuth or you can help feed our coffee addiction at https://ko-fi.com/thecozysleuth
02:1019/05/2020
Art of Facts Reading Pt 7 The Mystery Gem

Art of Facts Reading Pt 7 The Mystery Gem

Maxine looks into the gem her father sent her from Australia. but something isn't as it should be. if you like what you hear you can find The Art of Facts on Amazon and Barnes and Noble for ebook and paperback. Join me on twitter at https://twitter.com/TheCozySleuth and on our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/311571653112056 
03:3724/04/2020
Author Chat with Rachel Neuburger

Author Chat with Rachel Neuburger

Today I'm chatting with Author Rachel Neuburger about her books and all things cozy. Also join us on our twitter page at https://twitter.com/TheCozySleuth or our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/311571653112056
24:2222/04/2020
A review of K.M. Carrol's Fire and Ice Cream

A review of K.M. Carrol's Fire and Ice Cream

Today I'm reviewing Fire and Ice Cream by K.M. Carrol.  This was the first fantasy cozy I'd ever read and I enjoyed getting to know the characters and the mystery. while so far it's only a two-book series I hope there will be more.
01:4220/04/2020
Art of Facts reading Pt 6

Art of Facts reading Pt 6

Maxine's father asks for help in this week's reading from my book The Art of Facts and you get a small hint as to how their relationship is. if you like what you're hearing, you can find this and some of my other books on my author page: https://www.amazon.com/LeAnna-Shields/e/B005D74GYQ%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share 
02:3617/04/2020
Author Chat LeAnna Shields (hey that's me.)

Author Chat LeAnna Shields (hey that's me.)

Today I did a FB Live chat and turned the spotlight on myself.  You can find my books Sparx of Suspicion and Art of Facts on Amazon here along with my other books. https://www.amazon.com/LeAnna-Shields/e/B005D74GYQ%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share and follow me on https://twitter.com/inkwielder and on https://twitter.com/TheCozySleuth hope you had fun getting to know a little about me. :D 
06:5015/04/2020
A review of The Pomeranian Always Barks Twice by Alex Erickson

A review of The Pomeranian Always Barks Twice by Alex Erickson

I was introduced to this series by one of my twitter followers and from line one I loved it. Follow us on https://twitter.com/TheCozySleuth
01:4413/04/2020
Art of Facts pt 5 Enter Calvin

Art of Facts pt 5 Enter Calvin

When you have rivals like Harley Malory, it good to know you have a man like Calvin. Or is it? If you like what you've heard so far you can find The Art of Facts here https://www.amazon.com/Art-Facts-Heart-Book-ebook/dp/B075HMRNPK/ref=sr and join us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/TheCozySleuth 
02:3110/04/2020
Author Chat with Zara Kean

Author Chat with Zara Kean

Today I chat with Zara Kean about her books, favorite old movies, and all things cozy. and join us on our Twitter account at https://twitter.com/TheCozySleuth or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/311571653112056
16:3008/04/2020
A Review of Ruby Herring Mysteries: Prediction is Murder

A Review of Ruby Herring Mysteries: Prediction is Murder

My review of last night's premiere of Hallmark Movies and Mysteries Ruby Herring Mysteries: Prediction is Murder. and follow us on our twitter page https://twitter.com/TheCozySleuth
01:2306/04/2020
The Art of Facts reading pt 4 Enter a Rival

The Art of Facts reading pt 4 Enter a Rival

This week Snoops and Sleuths meet Maxine's rival at her college Harley Malory a woman more interested in using her wiles than her skills to get ahead.  you can find The Art of Facts on Amazon.com and Barnes and Noble. Also, join us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/TheCozySleuth 
02:3303/04/2020
Author Chat with Sheila Hudson

Author Chat with Sheila Hudson

Today Snoops and Sleuths join me as I chat with Sheila Hudson author of The Ministry can be Murder Series, The Thursday Club Series, and many other great books. and join me on Twitter at https://twitter.com/TheCozySleuth 
20:1401/04/2020
A Review of Homicide in Hardcover: A Bibliophile Mystery

A Review of Homicide in Hardcover: A Bibliophile Mystery

Today I am reviewing Homicide in Hardcover by Kate Calisle. I would give this book a strong language warning, but overall I found it a fun read. and join us on our twitter page at: https://twitter.com/TheCozySleuth
01:3330/03/2020
Art of Facts Reading Pt 3 A Talk with Ivy

Art of Facts Reading Pt 3 A Talk with Ivy

In today's episode, we listen in on a conversation between Maxine's sisters Ivy and Lorelie. If you like what your hearing and want to find out what happens next you can find my book The Art of Facts on Amazon and Barnes and Noble.com for paperback and ebook. Also please join us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/TheCozySleuth 
02:2727/03/2020
Author Chat with Joan Young

Author Chat with Joan Young

Join me and Author Joan H. Young about all things Cozy. and join me on my twitter page  https://twitter.com/TheCozySleuth
15:3025/03/2020
A review of Joanne Fluke's Apple Turnover Murder

A review of Joanne Fluke's Apple Turnover Murder

Today I'm reviewing Apple Turnover Murder by Joanne Fluke. 
01:5523/03/2020
The Art of Facts reading Pt 2

The Art of Facts reading Pt 2

Maxine receives interesting news on an artifact that she brought back from Arizona. News that irritates her older sister Lorelai. Join me in this latest installment of The Art of Facts by LeAnna Shields. 
03:2020/03/2020
Author Chat With Summer Prescott

Author Chat With Summer Prescott

It was so much fun chatting about all things cozy with Best Selling author Summer Prescott. 
17:2918/03/2020
A Review of The Cat Who Went Underground

A Review of The Cat Who Went Underground

Join me as I review Lilian Jackson Braun's The Cat Who Went Underground. and follow me on Twitter @TheCozySleuth.
01:4316/03/2020
A Reading From The Art of Facts

A Reading From The Art of Facts

Well, Snoops and Sleuths today I'm starting a new series. Every Friday I'll be reading a 2-minute segment from my book The Art of Facts. If you like what you hear, you can find The Art of Facts on Amazon and BarnsandNoble.com. Also, don't forget to join us on Twitter @TheCozySleuth.  
02:4213/03/2020
Author Chat with Avery Daniels

Author Chat with Avery Daniels

Join me as I chat with Avery Daniels about her cozies and everything else cozy related.
23:2211/03/2020
A Review of Chihuahua of the Baskervilles

A Review of Chihuahua of the Baskervilles

I'm reviewing a new to me Author Esri Albritten and her Paranormal Cozy, Chihuahua of the Baskervilles. 
01:1409/03/2020
Mary Roberts Rinehart: The American Agatha Christie

Mary Roberts Rinehart: The American Agatha Christie

An International Day of the Woman Salute to one of the first ladies of mystery. All dates and sources came from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_Roberts_Rinehart and https://www.neatorama.com/2012/09/06/Why-Do-We-Say-The-Butler-Did-It/
02:1406/03/2020
A Cozy Sleuth Reading: The Art of Facts

A Cozy Sleuth Reading: The Art of Facts

Due to illness my usual Author Chat could not be recorded so instead I'll be reading from my book The Art of Facts and I'll have a Q&A session on our Twitter account @TheCozySleuth.
02:1904/03/2020
A review of Murder in the Lord's House

A review of Murder in the Lord's House

Today I'm reviewing Murder in the Lord's House by Shiela Hudson. It was a great read and everything you expect from a good mystery. Join me on April 1 for my interview with Shiela Hudson about her upcoming books.
01:2602/03/2020
A Brief (Maybe incomplete) history of "The Butler Did It."

A Brief (Maybe incomplete) history of "The Butler Did It."

Why do we associate mysteries with the sinister butler? I got the dates and titles from https://www.neatorama.com/2012/09/06/Why-Do-We-Say-The-Butler-Did-It/ 
02:3628/02/2020
Author Chat With J.C. Kenny

Author Chat With J.C. Kenny

Today we chat with JC Kenny about his books and his views on writing. 
16:1526/02/2020
A Review of Lilian Jackson Braun's The Cat Who Sniffed Glue

A Review of Lilian Jackson Braun's The Cat Who Sniffed Glue

"The Cat Who..." series is the series that ignited my love of the cozy mystery, and The Cat Who Sniffed glue is one of my favorites. Follow our show in Twitter @TheCozySleuth to see who'll be coming on the show Wednesday.
01:4124/02/2020
A review of Murder Man

A review of Murder Man

Today I'm reviewing the 1935 movie Murder Man Staring Spencer Tracey as ace homicide reporter Steve Grey. As a fan of the classic movie, this is one of my top picks. 
01:0622/02/2020
Author Chat with Abby Vandiver

Author Chat with Abby Vandiver

Author Abby Vandiver joins us to talk about her new book A Deadly Inside Scoop. Found wherever books are sold.
14:1719/02/2020
A new segment idea.

A new segment idea.

Snoops and Sleuths. Today I've decided to try out a new segment idea called reading time. On Fridays instead of my random thoughts on the cozy genre and old movies, I thought I'd read from one of my own cozies. I welcome your comments good bad or indifferent.  Also, I have a new twitter handle @TheCozySleuth so come on down to the Twitterverse and follow me.  
02:2117/02/2020
Author Chat with Heather Weidner

Author Chat with Heather Weidner

I had such a blast interviewing Heather Weidner about her books and writing. 
08:5012/02/2020
A review of The Golden Owl by Lana Axe

A review of The Golden Owl by Lana Axe

Today I review Clockwork Calico: The Golden Owl Book 1 in Lana Axe's Clockwork Calico Series.
01:3110/02/2020
The Cringe-worthy TSTL Moment

The Cringe-worthy TSTL Moment

Today I'm talking about the Too Stupid to Live moments in out favorite mystery movies and books. 
01:2507/02/2020
Author Chat with Scarlett Braden

Author Chat with Scarlett Braden

I'm chatting with Scarlett Braden Author of the House sitter's Cozy Mystery Series.
14:4505/02/2020
A review of the Pocket Mystery phone app

A review of the Pocket Mystery phone app

I'm giving a review on the Pocket Mystery App produced by Babangida LLC. Sadly this is one of my least liked games. 
01:2603/02/2020
Author Chat with Kelly Brakenhoff

Author Chat with Kelly Brakenhoff

Hello, Snoops and Sleuths today I have a special second Author Chat.  Today's guest is Kelly Brakenhoff Author of the Cassandra Sato Mystery Series.
11:3131/01/2020
Author Chat: Barbara Silkstone

Author Chat: Barbara Silkstone

Join me as we chat with Author Barbara Silkstone about her book Lavender Toes and her other projects. Lavender Toes is the 5th book in her Cold Cream Murders series.
15:5329/01/2020
A review if Alexander McCall Smith's The House of Unexpected Sisters.

A review if Alexander McCall Smith's The House of Unexpected Sisters.

Do you love Audiobooks? Then enjoy my review of the Audiobook edition of Alexander McCall Smith's The House of Unexpected Sisters.
01:3427/01/2020
Cozy Companions

Cozy Companions

A few words on the furry companions of our favorite cozy sleuths.
01:1224/01/2020
Author Chat Nicole Asselin

Author Chat Nicole Asselin

I'm so excited to chat with Nicole Asselin about her debut cozy mystery Murder at First Base. It's a baseball theme cozy that I'm sure will hit it out of the park. 
12:0622/01/2020
A Special MLK Episode

A Special MLK Episode

Today Snoops and Sleuths, instead of my usual review I'm giving a list of cozy mysteries that have made it onto my To Be Read list each featuring an African American Sleuth. 
03:0620/01/2020
A Review of Criminal Case: Mysteries of the Past

A Review of Criminal Case: Mysteries of the Past

Today I'm reviewing a hidden object game that might appeal to the mystery lover in you, Snoops and Sleuths. Do you play any games on your phones or board games? 
01:4013/01/2020
The Bad Girl Gone Good: A look at four classic Hollywood movies

The Bad Girl Gone Good: A look at four classic Hollywood movies

Today I look at Remember the Night, The Last of Mrs. Chaney, Two Smart People, and The Lady Eve. What made these four bad girls turn their lives around? 
02:4110/01/2020
Author Chat: Vicki Delany

Author Chat: Vicki Delany

I'm talking with Vicki Delany, author of the Sherlock Holmes Bookshop Mysteries. We're talking about the fifth book in her series There's a Murder Afoot. 
09:5308/01/2020
Welcome to Season 3: A Review of The Woman Who Walked in Sunshine

Welcome to Season 3: A Review of The Woman Who Walked in Sunshine

Can you believe it's season 3 so soon Soops and Sleuths? Let's kick this off right away with a review of Alexander McCall Smith's The Woman who Walked in Sunshine. 
01:2706/01/2020
Author Chat :Kristine Raymond

Author Chat :Kristine Raymond

I've been promising it since I started this show, and now I'm happy to announce the start of Author Chat! Here, I'll be interviewing cozy authors about their books.  My first guest is Kristine Raymond, Author of Finn-agled.
12:4920/11/2019
A review of Finn-agled

A review of Finn-agled

I had the pleasure of reading Finn-agled.  A unique character with a unique way of telling her story that I hope you'll love as much as I did. And please join me on Wednesday as I interview the Author of Finn-agled Kristine Raymond.  
01:0818/11/2019
Narrators and Audio books

Narrators and Audio books

Episode Seven talks about my thoughts on audiobook narration. Do you have a favorite cozy audiobook?  
01:2308/11/2019