Lee Strauss Blog
India in 1929: Salt, Secrets, and the Spark of ...
While writing Murder at the Maharaja’s Courts, I found myself stepping deeper into the rich tapestry of India in the late 1920s. It’s a world of color, ritual, elegance, and...
India in 1929: Salt, Secrets, and the Spark of ...
While writing Murder at the Maharaja’s Courts, I found myself stepping deeper into the rich tapestry of India in the late 1920s. It’s a world of color, ritual, elegance, and...
Behind the Pearls and Cloche Hats: The Creation...
As I'm working on the 28th (!) Ginger Gold Mystery, I find myself thinking about how this journey began, and surprised (pleasantly) that Ginger and I still spend so much...
Behind the Pearls and Cloche Hats: The Creation...
As I'm working on the 28th (!) Ginger Gold Mystery, I find myself thinking about how this journey began, and surprised (pleasantly) that Ginger and I still spend so much...
5 Reasons to Give Short Stories a Try
When most people think about reading, they picture sinking into a full-length novel that takes days (or weeks) to finish. But short stories offer their own unique kind of magic—bite-sized...
5 Reasons to Give Short Stories a Try
When most people think about reading, they picture sinking into a full-length novel that takes days (or weeks) to finish. But short stories offer their own unique kind of magic—bite-sized...
Beyond the Turkey: Unpacking the Unique Story o...
Ah, Thanksgiving. The mere word conjures images of a laden table, a roasted turkey taking center stage, surrounded by family and friends. For many, this is an iconic American holiday....
Beyond the Turkey: Unpacking the Unique Story o...
Ah, Thanksgiving. The mere word conjures images of a laden table, a roasted turkey taking center stage, surrounded by family and friends. For many, this is an iconic American holiday....
Unlocking the Secrets of the Closed Room Mystery
1. What is a closed room mystery? A closed room mystery (sometimes called a locked room mystery) is one of the most tantalizing subgenres of crime fiction. The premise is...
Unlocking the Secrets of the Closed Room Mystery
1. What is a closed room mystery? A closed room mystery (sometimes called a locked room mystery) is one of the most tantalizing subgenres of crime fiction. The premise is...
What kept me busy this summer - personal blog
It's been a while since I blogged about what's going on in my life personally. It's not all business all the time! Though sometimes it feels like it, lol. It's...
What kept me busy this summer - personal blog
It's been a while since I blogged about what's going on in my life personally. It's not all business all the time! Though sometimes it feels like it, lol. It's...