Joanna's latest book, "Paint Can Kill," was discussed on an episode of PBS's Between the Covers, Summer Series. Join Cara Mia on a new adventure filled with vintage treasures and a murder mystery. Watch Joanna's PBS interview to learn more! PBS Interview Link:https://player.pbs.org/viralplayer/3094000108/ … [Read more...] about Joanna Campbell Slan | Between the Covers Summer Series
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Mask or Raid: Kiki Lowenstein Mystery #17
As if this writing, I’m 9,000-words into Mask or Raid: Kiki Lowenstein Mystery #17. There’s an outline done already, so that’s good. I have a strong sense of how this particular book starts, so I’m feeling confident as I write. Zinging right along. However, like all my books, I’m sure this one will present its own particular snags and problems. That’s the nature of the beast. We have the cover already, and that’s good news. I always feel like … [Read more...] about Mask or Raid: Kiki Lowenstein Mystery #17
The Friday Night Mystery Club
I’m often asked, “How long does it take you to write a book?” The answer is, “Depends on the book.” The Friday Night Mystery Club took me thirty years. I don’t know why. I don’t have a good reason. No, that’s not entirely true. As I recall, I submitted it to my (then) agent, and she wasn’t impressed. I now know that agents aren’t always good judges of what will sell. Some, I assume, are. Especially if it means “will sell to a … [Read more...] about The Friday Night Mystery Club