Resort Midsummer Review

Veteran reviewer Kevin Tipple takes on Resort to Murder at Blogger News. Tipple writes: "Like the anthology “Silence of the Loons” the tales in this book feature intriguing character from a variety of viewpoints and walks of life. Some have seen this collection as darker in tone, but, I would not agree. Graphic descriptions are not present here with the focus being on the characters and the tales they tell. Each tale, well told, often is filled with misdirection while touching on some of the age old concepts of deceit, family honor, envy and others that ultimately lead to murder. Murder, well told and another good read compiled and edited by the members of the 'Minnesota Crime Wave.'" See the whole review at Blogger News, 7/13/08).

Resort to Murder Editors Television Show

Meet Resort to Murder editors and authors Ellen Hart, Carl Brookins, and William Kent Krueger (AKA Minnesota Crime Wave) as they discuss reading, writing, and the mystery scene with guests Pete Hautman, Mary Logue, Robert Alexander and others. Catch this innovative and informative program on local cable teleivion CTV-15 or on the Minnesota Crime Wave website.

New Anthology Announced

Minnesota Crime Wave has issued a call for submissions to MURDER ON A STICK, its newest anthology, due for release in August 2009. Yes, as the title and release date imply, the key element of these stories will be the Minnesota State Fair. The fair, which this year opens August 21st and runs through Labor Day, is one of the biggest state fairs in the country, and features everything under the sun—from bees to beef to butterheads, and more kinds of food on a stick than you can imagine!

Aspiring writers can read the call and view the quirky list of clues to include at Carl Brookin's blog. The deadline for submissions is October 1, 2008. If you're a reader and want to savor the suspense of finding the story clues later when the book comes out, DON'T read the blog entry!

Resort to Murder Reading--St Cloud Barnes & Noble

On Wednesday, June 4, Resort to Murder authors, William Kent Krueger, Carl Brookins, Ellen Hart, David Housewright, Scott Pearson, Michael Allan Mallory, Jess Lourey, and hopefully more will be reading from and signing Resort to Murder, at the St. Cloud Barnes & Noble starting at 7:00. The event is free and informal, and everyone is welcome. Miniature versions of summer camping food will be served.

Resort to Murder's Jess Lourey Interviewed

Resort to Murder author Jess Lourey was interviewed by Minnesota Crime Wave recently. Click here to get a glimpse into the mind of this wonderful writer and her thoughts on mysteries.

Write of Spring—Meet Resort to Murder Authors

It might still be snowing, but the venerable independent bookstore Once Upon a Crime is holding its annual "Write of Spring" Saturday, April 22, from 12–4 pm. Most of the Resort to Murder authors will be attending. Don't miss this fun event!

The store is located at 604 West 26th Street (by Lyndale) in Minneapolis. 612-870-3785.

Resort to Murder Readings and Signings--December

Resort to Murder makes a great gift! Come meet the authors and get your own signed copy! We'll read excerpts from stories, take questions, and sign books at the following locations (please check with host location close to date in case of changes)
The December reading will be the last of the group readings, so it will be your last chance to get multiple authors to sign.

Resort to Murder editors Ellen Hart, Carl Brookins, and William Kent Krueger (collectively known as Minnesota Crime Wave) will carry on with readings and signings of Resort to Murder as well as their own numerous books. For the latest on their touring schedule, visit their website.

Don't forget! You can purchase Resort to Murder at many fine bookstores throughout the Midwest and beyond.

DECEMBER 2007

Friday, December 14, 7:00 pm, Barnes & Noble Minnetonka

November Events--Resort to Murder

Resort to Murder authors will appear at a number of events in November (more may be added, so check back).

NOVEMBER 2007

November 1, 7 pm Borders, Woodbury
November 2, 6-8 pm, CANCELLED Back to Books 520 second Street, Hudson, Wisconsin
Nov. 3, 7 pm CHANGED (to December) Barnes & Noble, Minnetonka

Resort to Murder at Raking through Books

Tuesday, October 9, 5:30 p.m.
HAPPY HOUR BOOK CLUB
RAKING THROUGH BOOKS—Resort to Murder
Resort to Murder continues in the same tradition as Nodin Press’ Silence of the Loons, with some of the state's best writers delivering creepy, spine-tingling tales all of which are set at Minnesota vacation resorts, stories far more haunting than the cry of a loon and crimes more lethal than a lump of lutefisk. Featuring Carl Brookins, Pat Dennis, Michael Allan Mallory, David Housewright, Judith Yates Borger, Scott Pearson, and Joel Arnold. This event offers readers the chance to discuss literature with writers and each other in a super-casual setting. Free appetizers.
Cosponsored by the Loft, the Rake magazine, Kieran’s Irish Pub, University of MN Book Store, Peace Coffee, and KFAI Radio.
Kieran’s Irish Pub, 330 2nd Avenue South, Minneapolis. Free.

Resort to Murder Authors in Local Media

Resort to Murder authors have been featured in local media recently. Judith Yates Borger made an appearance on WCCO TV on Oct. 6, where she explained the premise of the book and the genesis of her story. The interview can be seen on the WCCO site. She was also interviewed in the Park Rapids Enterprise.
Joel Arnold was the subject of a story in theSavage Pacer. They wrote, "Writing has been a passion for Joel Arnold ever since the second grade when he won a writing contest. 'My teacher told me I’d be a writer someday, and I believed her,” said Arnold.'" (Savage Pacer, September 20, 2007).

Armchair Interviews Review

"Nodin Press and thirteen talented Minnesota writers took on a challenge of writing mystery stories that take place at a Minnesota resort. Let me tell you, going ‘up north’ to the cabin (resort) will never be the same for me. I will constantly search the woods for stray bodies, wonder what is buried near the volleyball court, and I will always check out the resort handyman—I could go on and on. Suffice to say, the thirteen Minnesota writers hit the mark with their anthology." Read the complete review by Andrea Sisco.

Resort to Murder Authors Head to Courtroom Sunday September 30th!

Resort to Murder authors will appear as part of the 125 Years of Words and Music celebration of the Schubert Club and the St Paul Public Library. Find us in the stately woodpaneled Courtroom #326, Landmark Center, 3 pm, Sunday, September 30th, 2007.
The day starts with a Parade, at noon, running along 4th Street, from at Wabasha Street and ending at Rice Park, followed by speeches from the mayor, the library director, and special guest Franz Schubert.
Also on the day’s calendar are everything from raptors to book arts, dance performances, gamelan, mariachi, accordian, storytelling to poetry to mystery, drummers, choirs, the history of the State Fair, plus the Café Accordion Orchestra, Teddy Bear Band, Minnesota Percussion Trio, Bill the Juggler, Minnesota Center for Book Arts, strolling musicians, costumed authors and composers from the past 125 years, and more!
Events will take place at the Central Library, at Rice Park, and the Landmark Center.
For the compete schedule, see the library website. The event is supported by Minnesota Public Radio, the Saint Paul Pioneer Press and Landmark Center.

Resort to Murder Readings and Signings--October

Come meet the authors! Resort to Murder authors will appear at a number of events at bookstores, libraries and other events. Here are some upcoming events (more will be added, so check back).

OCTOBER 2007

Oct. 4, 7 pm, Barnes & Noble, Apple Valley
Oct 9, 5:30 pm Raking Through Books, Kieran's Pub co-sponsored by: Kierans, U of M Bookstores, The Rake and The Loft
Oct 13, 10–5 pm, Minneapolis Book Festival, Minneapolis Community and Technical College
Oct 14, 2 pm, Borders, Rosedale
Oct 16, 7 pm, Barnes & Noble, Har Mar
Oct 17, 7 pm, Barnes & Noble, Maplewood
NEWLY ADDED: Oct. 21, 2 pm, Barnes & Noble, Edina (Galleria)
Oct 23, 7 pm, Barnes 7 Noble, Eden Prairie
Oct 29, 7 pm, Borders, Minnetonka

Resort to Murder Launch--September

SEPTEMBER 2007

Join us as we celebrate the launch of Resort to Murder: Thirteen More Tales of Mystery on Monday, Sept. 24, 7 pm at Once Upon a Crime, Minneapolis, Book Launch Party! This will be one of your few chances to purchase a fully signed book. Make sure to reserve a copy by calling Once Upon a Crime.
The store is located at 604 West 26th street, just east of Lyndale Avenue South. 612-870-3785.
Other upcoming readings for October and November are listed in entries below.

Resort to Murder Review—Pioneer Press

"Resort to Murder is the second in a series (following "The Silence of the Loons") commissioned by Minnesota Crime Wave - William Kent Krueger, Ellen Hart and Carl Brookins. They asked contributors to "Resort to Murder" to set their stories at a Minnesota resort, and the 13 authors delivered. Some of the stories are about revenge, including David Housewright's "Miss Behavin' " and Hart's "14-A." Several tales offer an O. Henry-style twist, including Brookins' "A Fish Story" and Judith Yates Borger's "Hunter's Lodge." Pat Dennis describes a very odd mother-son relationship in "Mother's Day," and Deborah Woodworth evokes the dark north woods in "The Moose Whisperer." Barbara DaCosta's "Cabin" is the most surprising, and Michael Allen Mallory's "Bird of Prey" shows how far a writer will go for her craft. The sweetest tale is Joel Arnold's "Leave No Wake," featuring a pair of gay senior citizens. For lots of fun, there's Jess Lourey's "The Locked Fish-cleaning House Mystery," featuring a lively sleuth who lives in a nursing home and crashes weddings." - Mary Ann Grossmann (St Paul Pioneer Press, 9/23/07)