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Chris Hills Farrow
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I enjoy writing murder/mystery novels and games
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This scene is from Murder Most Dramatic, and the questions matter more than the answers… at first.

Was it an accident?
A crime of opportunity?
Or something planned long before the kettle ever boiled?

How and why do you think he died?

#CozyMystery #MysteryReaders #Whodunit #BookishDetective
January 28, 2026 at 9:19 AM
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📚 First draft creeping toward the finish — just four chapters to go! Loving where this thriller is headed… 🔍 #booksky #theforgottencorpse
January 26, 2026 at 10:22 AM
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Choosing a cosy mystery title can be trickier than it looks ☕📚
I’ve shared some friendly, practical tips (and a few laughs) in my latest blog post.

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#booksky #CosyMystery #WritingTips
How to Choose the Perfect Cosy Mystery Title (Without Committing Literary Murder)
Choosing a title for a cosy mystery can feel deceptively simple. After all, how hard can it be to come up with a few words involving a nice...
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January 23, 2026 at 11:03 AM
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Midnight In The Aravis

"A good and intriguing read...I found it to be a real page turner. ...You get to know the characters, and this made the story more gripping... making for an easy and enjoyable read." - Irene.

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Midnight In The Aravis by Chris Hills Farrow
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January 20, 2026 at 1:20 PM
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🎧 Checked Out At The Imperial is now available as an **audiobook** on Apple Books.
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‎Checked Out at The Imperial
‎Mysteries & Thrillers · 2025
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January 19, 2026 at 8:10 AM
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How I edit a cozy mystery—from self-edits to proofreaders (with plenty of tea along the way ☕✍️).
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How I Edit a Cozy Mystery: My Step-by-Step Process
Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes of a cozy mystery? Well, let me confess: after I write “The End,” the real detective work begins! I fire...
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January 16, 2026 at 12:05 PM
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Hi! I’m looking to build my next great reading list — what’s your favourite cosy mystery or thriller you’ve read recently (or ever)?
Drop the title and author in the replies! 👇

Let’s share some awesome recommendations together. 💬📖

💙📚 #booksky #cozymystery #thrillerbooks
January 14, 2026 at 10:48 AM
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Huge thanks to everyone who’s chimed in about ARC readers! 💛 I’m still looking for more folks to join my advance team for The Forgotten Corpse — you can read early & help shape the story! 📚👉 www.chrishillsfarrow.com/blog/join-my...
#arcreader #bookcommunity #mysterybooks #booksky
Join My ARC Team for The Forgotten Corpse!
Happy New Year, dear readers — and welcome to 2026! ✨ I’m excited to share what’s coming next in my writing journey and invite you to be part of it.
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January 12, 2026 at 9:05 AM
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Love how fog, storms & nature become storytellers in mystery writing? 🌫️ Read my latest blog on using weather & setting to build mood & suspense! 👉 www.chrishillsfarrow.com/blog/nature-...
#mystery #writingtips #AmWriting #creativewriting
Nature and Weather as Tools in Mystery Writing
If you’ve ever wondered why so many mystery writers talk about fog rolling in, thunderstorms rumbling ominously, or that suspiciously too-sunny...
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January 9, 2026 at 10:58 AM
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“You cannot simply buy a town’s heart, Councillor Bailey!”

Brightcombe is about to discover just how deadly small-town drama can be… 🎭💀

Perfect for fans of cosy crime with bite!
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#BookRecommendation #MurderMystery
Available now at your favorite digital store!
Murder Most Dramatic by Chris Hills Farrow
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January 7, 2026 at 12:21 PM
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Want to read The Forgotten Corpse before release? 📚✨ Join my ARC team and get an advance copy to review! 🕵️‍♂️👀 Read how & sign up 👉 www.chrishillsfarrow.com/blog/join-my...
#ARCreaders #MysteryBooks #booksky
Join My ARC Team for The Forgotten Corpse!
Happy New Year, dear readers — and welcome to 2026! ✨ I’m excited to share what’s coming next in my writing journey and invite you to be part of it.
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January 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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🎉 Last chance! 📚 Today’s your final day to grab my books & amazing indie titles in the @smashwords.bsky.social End Of Year Sale 2025! Don’t miss out — deals end Jan 1! 👉 www.smashwords.com/profile/view...

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December 31, 2025 at 10:27 AM
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Grateful looking back on my writing year 💙 I introduced new amateur sleuth Paula Langford in Checked Out At The Imperial, then welcomed her back in Murder Most Dramatic. Plus Midnight In The Aravis debuted in paperback. Thanks for coming along 📚✍️
#amwriting #indiemystery #booksky
December 29, 2025 at 2:41 PM
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I went full detective on the best selling mystery books of 2025 🕵️‍♀️📚 From cozy villages to sleepless-night thrillers, here’s what readers loved — and what it says about mystery trends (and future projects 👀).
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#BookSky #MysteryBooks #CozyMystery #ThrillerReads
What I Learned From 2025’s Mystery Best Sellers
Every year I tell myself I’m only going to read for pleasure. Every year I immediately lie to myself and start “casually” analysing best sellers...
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December 26, 2025 at 10:46 AM
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What genre's are you hoping to receive this Christmas?
I have some ebooks available in the
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end of year sale, if you're looking for some last minute gifts.
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#booksky #EOYsale25 #ebook #sale #books2read #indiebooks
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December 24, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Holiday settings blend familiar traditions with suspense, character drama, and sometimes a touch of danger.” ✨🔍 Dive into festive mysteries & thrillers!
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#HolidayReads #CozyMystery #WinterBooks #FestiveFiction #booksky
Preparing for the Holidays: Festive Scenes in Cosy Mysteries and Thrillers
As the year winds down and holiday lights begin to twinkle, many readers turn to novels that mirror the mood of the season — whether it’s the cozy...
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December 22, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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❄️ Winter whispers secrets under snow… 50% OFF 🌲✨ A frozen alpine lodge under stars sets the scene for Midnight In The Aravis—a mysterious winter tale. 🌌 Dive in: www.smashwords.com/books/view/1...
#winterreads #mysterybooks #winterreading #booksky
Midnight In The Aravis
When the powerful Ashford family gathers for a weekend retreat in the French Alps, tensions simmer beneath the surface of wealth and privilege. Old grudges, unspoken betrayals, and ambition collide in...
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December 17, 2025 at 11:16 AM
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📚✨ Checked Out At The Imperial — the first book in the Paula Langford series — is FREE all December as part of the Smashwords End of Year Sale! 🎁
Snag your copy now and start the mystery adventure today!

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Checked Out at The Imperial
A Cosy Mystery with a Dark Twist Welcome to the Imperial Hotel, a historic beacon of elegance nestled in the charming seaside town of Brightcombe. Behind its polished facade, the hotel is a hotbed of ...
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December 15, 2025 at 10:06 AM
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📚🎁 Looking for killer holiday gift ideas? Check out my Holiday Book Gift Guide for Mystery Lovers — classics, twists, ski-lodge chills, and my own Paula Langford mysteries!
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#mysterybooks #holidayreads #booksky
Holiday Book Gift Guide for Mystery Lovers
Clever Clues, Cozy Whodunits, and Suspenseful Twists That Sleigh Listen up, sleuths and seasoned page-turners! The holidays are upon us, which...
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December 12, 2025 at 1:22 PM
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🎉📚 "Checked Out At The Imperial" is free all December in the @smashwords.bsky.social End of Year Sale! 🎁 Grab it now — perfect holiday read in time for the season. 📖✨

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#EoYSale25 #Smashwords #booksky
Checked Out at The Imperial
A Cosy Mystery with a Dark Twist Welcome to the Imperial Hotel, a historic beacon of elegance nestled in the charming seaside town of Brightcombe. Behind its polished facade, the hotel is a hotbed of ...
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December 10, 2025 at 9:43 AM
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My collection of ebooks are available as part of the Smashwords 2025 End of Year Sale! Find your next favourite book this month at smashwords.com/sale and follow @smashwords.bsky.social for more promos like this! #EoYSale25 #ebook #sale #books2read #indiebooks #booksky
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December 8, 2025 at 10:52 AM
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Just published a new post: “Why I Chose to Publish Under a Pen Name and How It Strengthens My Brand.” I talk about how a pseudonym is about creating distinct creative identities. Could a pen name help you define your writing voice?
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Why I Chose to Publish Under a Pen Name — and How It Strengthens My Brand
Writing is many things: creativity, craft, escape — and, increasingly, brand identity. Over the years I’ve discovered that using different author...
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December 5, 2025 at 12:16 PM
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This year I learned that auto-save is not my friend. It’s more like that unreliable cousin who says they’ll help you move, then ghosts you on moving day. RIP to the 700 words I’ll never see again.
#WritingHumor #WriterProblems #AmWriting #WritersLife #FunnyWritersLife
December 3, 2025 at 11:44 AM
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I’m excited to announce my books, will be promoted on @Smashwords as part of their End of Year Sale 2025 starting on December 8! Be sure to follow me for more updates and links to the promotion for my books and many more! #EoYSale25 #Smashwords #booksky
December 1, 2025 at 3:38 PM
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Want to learn how to drop a red herring that surprises — without annoying your readers? 🕵️‍♀️ Check out this great piece on “Crafting Red Herrings Without Frustrating Readers.” 👉 www.chrishillsfarrow.com/blog/craftin...
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Crafting Red Herrings Without Frustrating Readers
Ever tried planting a fake clue in your story, only for your beta readers to hurl their Kindles across the room yelling
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November 28, 2025 at 11:31 AM