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J.C. Kenney
@jckenney.bsky.social
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Agatha Award winning whodunnit author, father, husband, and cat dad, not necessarily in that order. Author of the Allie Cobb Mysteries, the Darcy Gaughan Mysteries, and the Elmo Simpson Mysteries.
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Tomorrow afternoon! We're talking gourmet pizza, Valentine's Day, chonky cats, and a creepy murder. Join @authorsaraheburr.bsky.social and me for what's going to be a fantastic bookish moment with Mindy Quigley. Good times guaranteed!
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November 10, 2025 at 10:13 PM
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Yep, this is Indianapolis right now.
November 9, 2025 at 9:59 PM
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Let’s Get Bookish tomorrow afternoon! Join @authorsaraheburr.bsky.social and me for a chat with the delightful @jackiecozyauthor.bsky.social You’ll be glad you did! @itsbookishtime.bsky.social

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November 6, 2025 at 1:10 AM
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Since tomorrow is election day, @authorsaraheburr.bsky.social and I suggest that after you cast your vote, you elect to join us for to get bookish with the Marvelous Melinda R. Mullet! There will be no doubt about the outcome of this episode! See you then!
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November 3, 2025 at 11:26 PM
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Happy Dia de Los Muertos, y'all!
Man wearing a Day of the Dead mask and glasses over the mask.
November 1, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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Here are some freakishly tall orange marigolds to get your Halloween off on the right foot. 👻🎃
Very tall orange marigolds
October 31, 2025 at 12:14 PM
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Getting book mail is the best kind of mail, especially when it's from the amazing Mindy Quigley! #booksky
Copy of book called At Death's Dough, with a cat and a heart shaped pizza on the cover
October 23, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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Let's get Bookish this afternoon with mystery author Allison Brook!
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October 21, 2025 at 1:39 PM
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Younger kiddo got married yesterday. This is their cake topper. Custom Legos of the happy couple with their two kitties. Priceless
Wedding cake topper featuring Lego figurines of bride, groom, and two cats
October 20, 2025 at 2:41 PM
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Join us this afternoon for a Bookish Moment with the absolutely fabulous @nanreinhardt.bsky.social . You'll be glad you did!
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Photos of 3 authors next to cover of book Forever Cowboy
October 16, 2025 at 1:41 PM
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Tomorrow afternoon! Come hang with @authorsaraheburr.bsky.social and me for a fantastic convo with mystery author @ellejauffret.bsky.social ! youtube.com/live/FEkKO4V... @itsbookishtime.bsky.social
Photos of three authors next to a cover of book Cosplayed to Death
October 14, 2025 at 8:45 PM
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Monday Morning Maria - it's with great sadness that we share Maria's passing. She'd been unwell for months and made the trip to her next adventure 9/30. We'll miss her, but are grateful for our time together and knowing that she's enjoying her walkabouts and naps in sunny patches pain-free. Peace.
October 13, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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It's an honor to share a birthday with the immortal Elmore Leonard. I learn more about writing every time I read one of his stories.

If you want to get me a birthday present, grab a copy of one of my Elmo Simpson Mysteries, They're on sale for only $1.99 at the Zon!😉
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Photo of Elmore Leonard with a list of his 10 rules of writing.
October 11, 2025 at 8:10 PM
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This afternoon, let's get Bookish with Annie R. McEwen! We can all use more romance in our lives! #booksky
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October 9, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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Great news, friends! During the mysterious month of October, my Elmo Simpson Mysteries are on sale for $1.99 in Kindle ebook format! Grab your copies now at this fantastic price.

Click here www.amazon.com/dp/B0CTHQ11G... to the sale page. Enjoy! @tulepublishing.bsky.social #readztule #booksky
October 1, 2025 at 9:24 PM
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Tomorrow afternoon! Come hand with @authorsaraheburr.bsky.social and me for a Bookish chat with wonderful cozy mystery author Tina Kashian! Good times guaranteed! @itsbookishtime.bsky.social #booksky
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September 29, 2025 at 10:22 PM
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Monday Morning Maria - the nap time shrimp curl/croissant curl executed to perfection. Stay excellent, friends! #cat
Gray cat curled up for a nap on a yellow towel
September 29, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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COVID and flu shots received. Because science is real.
Man with sleeve rolled up to reveal two bandages on the upper arm.
September 27, 2025 at 9:20 PM
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See you this afternoon!
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September 23, 2025 at 2:12 PM
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Tomorrow afternoon! Come hang out with @authorsaraheburr.bsky.social and me for a Bookish Moment chat with fabulous author and artist Elizabeth Mitchell! You'll be glad you did! See you then!
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September 22, 2025 at 11:14 PM
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Monday Morning Maria - dad's writing outside, so I'm going to take a look around to make sure he doesn't get attacked by ferocious leaves. Look out for your loved ones, friends! #cat
Gray cat standing on a concrete patio
September 22, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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Tomorrow afternoon! Come hang with @authorsaraheburr.bsky.social and me for a Bookish Moment chat with the fabulous Kara Lacey! You'll be glad you did!
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September 15, 2025 at 4:28 PM
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Monday Morning Maria - channeling my inner Sheryl Crow and soaking up the sun. Keep shining bright, friends! #cat
Gray cat sitting in the sunshine
September 15, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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Tomorrow, join Sarah and me for a fascinating chat with Jack Anderson as he dishes about his new Sherlock Holmes-inspired novel, The Return of Moriarity! See you then!
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Photos of three authors next to a cover of the book The Return of Moriarity
September 10, 2025 at 9:24 PM
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Tomorrow, 4:30 Eastern! Join @authorsaraheburr.bsky.social and me as we what with debut author and mixologist, @adrianandover.com! I mean, come on, you don't to miss out with a book title like Whiskey Business!

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photos of three authors with cover of Whiskey Business by Adrian Andover displayed above A Bookish Moment logo
September 8, 2025 at 10:02 PM