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“The Puzzle is the Thing"

January 29 is National Puzzle Day. It got me thinking about what types of puzzles I enjoy. Here on Booklovers Bench, we offer you Word Searches and Jigsaw Puzzles. I like word searches and Sudoku puzzles but don’t have the patience for real jigsaw puzzles. A friend of mine is a jigsaw enthusiast whose home is filled with puzzles, many of which she obtains at puzzle swaps. That’s a cool idea but not for me. I’m more into doing

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Win a Booklover’s Reusable Tote Bag – Feb 2026

Contest Run: Feb 1 - 23, 2026
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On The Bench

Characters on the Bench

Lights, Camera, Chaos!

Ever wonder what happens when fictional characters start casting their own movies? Spoiler alert: things get *deliciously* complicated.

We’ve got aspiring feline actresses demanding top billing, rom-com hopefuls, and sleuths protagonists who know exactly which snarky A-lister has the chops to nail their signature eye-roll.

Ready for the ultimate fantasy casting session? Head to this month’s Characters on the Bench and discover which stars our characters have picked for their close-ups. Trust us—their choices might surprise you!

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Latest News

  • Terry Ambrose

    is pleased to announce that his ninth Seaside Cove Bed & Breakfast Mystery, Death by Blueprint, will be released early this spring. In the seaside town of Seaside Cove, Rick and his sharp-eyed thirteen-year-old daughter, Alex, uncover a deadly scheme tied to their historic B&B, a powerful developer, and a past that refuses to stay hidden.

  • Nancy J. Cohen

    announces the Large Print Hardcover edition of MURDER PAYS A CALL from Center Point Large Print. Order from Amazon or Barnes and Noble, or ask your local library to get a copy.

  • Debra H. Goldstein

    will be a Left Coast Crime “Labels: Cosy, Traditional, Suspense, or Thriller” panelist in San Francisco on February 28, from 2:45-3:30 p.m. The panel, moderated by Margaret Lucke, will also include authors Marty Eberhardt, CR Foster, and Galit Gottlieb.

  • Cheryl Hollon

    has been busy in her writing corner, crafting a humorous short story while bravely venturing into the query trenches with her historical mystery. You can meet her in person at the Localtopia Craft Market on Valentine’s Day, February 14th, at Williams Park in St. Petersburg—the perfect opportunity to celebrate local authors and share the love of books!

  • Maggie Toussaint

    recently spoke online to the Cartersville Book Club about how events she observes or experiences influence her writing. She is continuing edits on her next cozy paranormal release, slated for late summer or early fall.

  • Lois Winston

    says Feb. 10th marks the release of Embroidered Lies and Alibis, book 15 in the Anastasia Pollack Crafting Mystery series by Lois Winston. In addition, Lois will be embarking on a 2-week Great Escapes virtual book tour beginning Feb. 11th. Follow the tour to enter the Rafflecopter for a chance to win one of several copies of Embroidered Lies and Alibis. You can find the schedule here. <Embroidered Lies and Alibis (An Anastasia Pollack Crafting Mystery) by Lois Winston – Escape With Dollycas Into A Good Book – Great Escapes Book Tours>