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Mystery: June 17, 2009 Issue [#3111]

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  Edited by: SHERRI GIBSON
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1. About this Newsletter
2. A Word from our Sponsor
3. Letter from the Editor
4. Editor's Picks
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6. Ask & Answer
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About This Newsletter

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What is a mystery? It's like a puzzle. A reader has to discover the secret or riddle in order to solve it and find out who the criminal or enemy is. Clues are imperative, but should be puzzling. Make a reader have to think by using a strong plot that paints a picture in the reader's mind, yet leaves them guessing.*Smile*


*Star* What is your idea of a good mystery? Is it a cozy mystery with less action, a hard-boiled detective mystery, an amateur detective mystery, or one not mentioned here?


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Letter from the editor

*Star* The topic for this weeks newsletter is mystery/comedy. I think this combination is one of the most difficult because a writer has to focus on both humor and realism. Good examples of this type of mystery are the Lethal Weapon series. Actors Mel Gibson and Danny Glover, both excellent detectives, not only piece together the crimes and criminals involved, but do so while adding a good laugh occasionally. The Frighteners is another example of a fine mystery and comedy mix. Michael J. Fox portrays a ghost detective with a past and present including mystery, drama, and comedy. Another great combination is Miss Congeniality, where actress Sandra Bullock enters a beauty contest. An undercover police woman who is more than a bit tomboyish, she is determined to find out who is attempting to slay the contestants. Then there is The Cowboy Way, where actors Kiefer Sutherland and Woody Harrelson are good old cowboys whose friend is murdered. Alienated by an incident from the past, the two cowboys unite to head to the city to find their friend and his daughter in a realistic, yet hilarious way. Also among the comedy/mystery combinations I enjoy are the Rush Hour series.

The writing of the story should have a beginning that instantly captures a readers attention and holds it until the end just like other mysteries. The characters are a bit harder to define being as they have to be believable, yet humorous as well. *Star*

**If you have a good mystery you would like read, post it here or email me. I just love a good mystery! *Delight* **


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*Note* For a limited time only, anyone interested in purchasing my first two novels, A Doorway to Hearts, and Chasing Dreams, can email me and can purchase the books (40.00 value each) for only $20.00 per novel. Must be willing to give address and be 18+. NOTE: WILL EMAIL MY PayPal account number for those wanting to buy one/both. *Note*


Editor's Picks

Visit these websites if you are interested in my published works.
http://www.thedarkcastlelords.com
http://www.mysticmoonpress.com
http://www.amazon.com
http://barnesandnoble.com
http://borders.com
http://target.com

*Note* For a limited time only, anyone interested in purchasing my first two novels, A Doorway to Hearts, and Chasing Dreams, can email me and can purchase the books (40.00 value each) for only $20.00 per novel. Must be willing to give address and be 18+. NOTE: WILL EMAIL MY PayPal account number for those wanting to buy one/both. *Note*


*Star**Star*CHECK THESE OUT: *Star**Star*

MYSTERY MOUNTAIN  (E)
Written for Sherri's Coloring The World Contest using her prompt
#1360312 by COUNTRYMOM-JUST REMEMBER ME


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 Part I:The Body in the Alder Hotel  (E)
The first part of a mystery involving an impossible crime scenario at a hotel.
#1217814 by lack1050


 The Nightshift  (E)
A newly-hired retail worker is baffled by strange things happening.
#1360854 by Jaye P. Marshall


 Prince  (E)
Excerpt from "The Diaries of Lisa Lansing" Part IV - Trinity Lost.
#1333026 by L. A. Powell


 The Lisa Lansing Series  (NPL)
From the Diaries of Lisa Lansing
#1287637 by L. A. Powell


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COLORING THE WORLD CONTEST TEMP. CLOSED   (E)
A colorful contest that offers more.
#1308391 by SHERRI GIBSON


 
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