December 26, 2009 - Posted by mtmwriter - 0 Comments
Mrs. Mildew in one of her fabled disguises. Note spy-cam in left lens of sunglasses.
Amateur detective Mrs. Mildred Mildew interprets the initials P.I. to mean Paranormal Investigator, Politically Incorrect , Practically Incorrigible, or whatever fits the occasion while she pursues a Professional Investigator’s license.
Mildew does surveillance work on call for fellow retiree Victor Van Mutter, owner of Ace Investigations in Tucson, Arizona. To counter his gruff attitude she constantly attempts to fool him with her undercover disguises.
P.I. Mildew’s adventures take place worldwide. To protect the guilty she rewrote the cases as fiction, planning to publish them as a collection—but before she got around to doing so, she mysteriously vanished.
While Detective Van Mutter and the police conduct an official search, Mildew’s nephew Max is actively combing through her case files for clues to help find her. He hopes to publish her investigations under the title In Plain Sight, either posthumously or prehumously, depending upon circumstances.
Notoriously opinionated, Mrs. Mildew has a blog for her philosophical pronouncements entitled Mildew Moments which can be viewed at: http://mildewmoments.blog.com/.
November 27, 2009 - Posted by mtmwriter - 0 Comments
DESERT STARS WRITING WORKSHOP is a free support group for creative writers in Tucson, Arizona, sponsored by Moon Cactus Books. Members are experienced writers who have taken creative writing classes or published books, and would like quality feedback on their current project. DSWW also offers a proofreading service on a freelance basis. For more information on DSWW contact Molly McKinney at mtmwriter@gmail.com.
October 20, 2009 - Posted by mtmwriter - 0 Comments
Author Molly McKinney promoting her first book, CROCODILE TALE, at the Society of Southwestern Authors Book Fair on 11/15/09, Four Points Sheraton, Speedway at Campbell Ave.
CROCODILE TALE is available at SSA and at AMW, Arizona Mystery Writers. ISBN-13 # 978-1-61623-000-5
October 10, 2009 - Posted by mtmwriter - 1 Comment
Molly McKinney’s first book, CROCODILE TALE, was inspired by the author’s memories of growing up in southern Africa. This romantic mystery novelette, set in Africa during World War II, is a fast-paced adventure spiced with humor. Compact in size and price, CROCODILE TALE packs a punch as a unique and affordable gift. (See REVIEWS below.)
ISBN 978-1-61623-000-5
Overview • Tony Winford cheats Death the first time around, but Death isn’t done with him. The World War II Royal Air Force pilot returns to Africa on medical leave to put his Spitfire bailout behind him. During the train journey from Cape Town to Northern Rhodesia a witch doctor sells him a crocodile carving, implying it has magical powers. Tony has no clue how soon his skepticism will be challenged.
• In his home town of Ndeki, Tony plans to help out at his uncle’s hotel and start a flying service—but right away he runs into problems that keep growing worse. Lovely Julia looks too young for him, but her flirtation with Cliff makes him jealous. When Tony rents Cliff a fishing cabin, he opens a can of worms involving national security and his pal Death, ready to get even.
To order your autographed copy of the quality softcover edition, contact Moon Cactus Books at mtmwriter@gmail.com, or phone (520) 624-0792 • Discount price $9.00 • Quantity price: •3-9 copies @ $8.50 •10 up @ $8.00. Mailed orders add $4.00.
CROCODILE TALE is also available at:
(AMW) Arizona Mystery Writers • 2nd Saturday each month, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. • Hometown Buffet, Oracle @ River Rd., Tucson, AZ.
(SSA) Society of Southwestern Authors • 3rd Sunday each month, 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. • Sheraton Four Points, Speedway @ Campbell Ave., Tucson, AZ.
(DSWW) Desert Stars Writing Workshop • 2nd Tuesday each month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. ( by appointment,) Tucson, AZ • Phone Molly at 624-0792
• REVIEWS •
A charming story — unqualified success! – Peter Talbot, California, retired NASA research engineer.
Set in Africa, Crocodile Tale combines romance, action and intrigue in a page-turner of a tale. I’m looking forward to her upcoming “Mildred Mildew” series. – Bert Steves, Arizona, author of Secret Service thriller Other Duties.
This fast-paced tale of adventure served up by Molly McKinney, who lived in South Africa, delights the reader’s palate with snippets of humor and the authenticity of its South African setting. – Mary Ellen Barnes, Arizona, author of award-winning documentaries Forged by Fire and The Road to Mount Lemmon.
Great story. Brought back some fond memories of my years growing up in South Africa. The way to go Molly. Your greatest fan, Evelyn — Manager, Orthodontics Office, Tucson, Arizona.
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October 10, 2009 - Posted by mtmwriter - 0 Comments
SALES OF MOON CACTUS BOOKS
As of Sold Title
1/06/10 70* Crocodile Tale
*excluding complimentary copies for services rendered.
FUTURE MOON CACTUS BOOKS
Scheduled for publication in 2010:
IN PLAIN SIGHT • A cozy mystery starring amateur sleuth Mrs. Mildred Mildew, set in various countries. • Overview: When Mrs. Mildew mysteriously vanishes, her nephew Max searches her case files for clues as to what may have happened to her.
CRYSTAL SHADOWS • A contemporary romantic mystery set in Arizona and Mexico. • Overview: Amelia Eastwood meets an eligible millionaire who treats her like royalty until a murder intervenes.
