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2020: WOW WHAT A YEAR – Part One!
Happy Much Better New Year Readers! Anno horribilis, AKA 2020, started out with the Mesdames’ normal busy schedule of book promotions, conferences and teaching. Then wham – COVID hit! Left Coast Crime San Diego ended after only half a day … Continue reading →
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2019: WOW WHAT A YEAR!
Happy New Year Readers! The Mesdames of Mayhem had an absolutely stellar year in 2019. We were the subject of a CBC documentary: Meet the women who love murder | The Mesdames of Mayhem. We launched our fourth anthology, In … Continue reading →
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Tagged 13 Claws, anthology, award winning authors, award winning writers, Canadian authors, Canadian Crime writers, Caro Soles, Carrick Publishing, Catherine Astolfo, Catherine Dunphy, Cheryl Freedman, comedy, cozies, crime fiction, crime stories, crime writers, Donna Carrick, Lisa de Nikolits, M.H. Callway, Marilyn Kay, Melodie Campbell, mesdames of mayhem, Rosemary Aubert, Rosemary McCracken, short stories, sisters in crime, suspense, Sylvia Warsh, Thirteen, thriller, thrillers
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2018: WOW WHAT A YEAR!
Happy New Year Readers! In 2018, the Mesdames of Mayhem came into their own. We had a truly fabulous year: a major new venture, awards and critical recognition and many book and story publications. We’re looking forward to another terrific … Continue reading →
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Tagged 13 Claws, anthology, award winning authors, award winning writers, Canadian authors, Canadian Crime writers, Caro Soles, Carrick Publishing, Catherine Astolfo, Catherine Dunphy, Cheryl Freedman, comedy, cozies, crime fiction, crime stories, crime writers, Donna Carrick, Lisa de Nikolits, M.H. Callway, Marilyn Kay, Melodie Campbell, mesdames of mayhem, Rosemary Aubert, Rosemary McCracken, short stories, sisters in crime, suspense, Sylvia Warsh, Thirteen, thriller, thrillers
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MESDAMES ON THE MOVE: MARCH
HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY READERS! Greetings Readers! Spring is in the air so we are sprucing up the Mesdames website. Our overhaul will be done in stages, so stay tuned! Under Events and Workshops, you will now find the … Continue reading →
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Tagged 13 Claws, advice for writers, anthology, Arthur Ellis, award winning authors, award winning writers, Bony Blithe, Canadian authors, Canadian Crime writers, Carrick Publishing, comedy, cozies, crime writers, Derringer, Donna Carrick, Lisa de Nikolits, M.H. Callway, Melodie Campbell, short stories
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MESDAMES ON THE MOVE: FEBRUARY
HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY READERS! February is a busy month for the Mesdames with the year’s first new book launch, lots of readings and events – and of course, the Ontario Public Library Association’s annual superconference. FIRST NEW BOOK OF 2018! Mme … Continue reading →
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2017: WOW WHAT A YEAR!
Happy New Year Readers! 2017 was another busy year for the Mesdames filled with new book launches, authors conferences, events and readings. Our Third Anthology! THE EVENT of 2017 was the publication and smash launch of our third anthology, 13 … Continue reading →
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MESDAMES ON THE MOVE: DECEMBER
HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE MESDAMES! The year is winding down but the Mesdames are still making news. Our very successful launch for our new anthology, 13 Claws, was the highlight of 2017 for us but exciting events are still happening. KUDOS … Continue reading →
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Tagged 13 Claws, anthology, award winning authors, award winning writers, Canadian authors, Canadian Crime writers, Caro Soles, Carrick Publishing, Catherine Dunphy, comedy, cozies, crime fiction, crime stories, crime writers, Donna Carrick, Ed Piwowarczyk, Jack Batten, Lisa de Nikolits, M.H. Callway, Madona Skaff, Marilyn Kay, Maureen Jennings, Melodie Campbell, mesdames of mayhem, mystery, Rosemary Aubert, Rosemary McCracken, short stories, Sleuth of Baker Street
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WOW! WHAT A LAUNCH!
The launch of 13 Claws on Saturday, October 28th was a huge success. And here are the promised pics and write-up of our event! Sleuth of Baker Street was the place to be on Saturday, Oct. 28th when the Mesdames … Continue reading →
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13 Claws: A Sample Bite of Stories, Part 4
THE FINAL SNEAK PREVIEW OF 13 CLAWS! Do join us for our launch on Saturday, October 28th, 2 pm at our favorite bookstore, Sleuth of Baker Street. Treats and readings and more! The Lion King by Lynne Murphy Lynne … Continue reading →
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Tagged anthology, award winning writers, Canadian authors, Canadian Crime writers, Carrick Publishing, Cathy Astolfo, comedy, cozies, crime fiction, crime stories, crime writers, Donna Carrick, humor, Lisa de Nikolits, M.H. Callway, Melodie Campbell, mesdames of mayhem, mystery, Rosemary Aubert, Rosemary McCracken, short stories, thrillers
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13 Claws: A Sample Bite of Stories, Part 3
NEWS UPDATE – A TERRIFIC HONOUR FOR THE MESDAMES! Mesdames Lisa de Nikolits and Cathy Dunphy are thrilled to be appearing at Life in the Beach, the Authors’ Dinner, next Thursday, Sept 28th, 6 pm at the Balmy Beach Club, … Continue reading →
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Tagged 13 Claws, anthology, award winning authors, award winning writers, Canadian authors, Canadian Crime writers, Carrick Publishing, Catherine Dunphy, comedy, cozies, crime fiction, crime stories, crime writers, Donna Carrick, Gord Downie, Lisa de Nikolits, Mike Downie, Peter Robinson, Rosemary McCracken, The Tragically Hip
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