am absolutely thrilled to share my latest story for The Journal! This week, New Ulm got a little more mysterious—and a lot more inspiring—as a trio of award-winning mystery and thriller authors brought their “Women of Mystery Tour” to town.
If you love a gripping page-turner, a cozy independent bookstore vibe, or just celebrating incredible regional talent, this was an event you didn’t want to miss.
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Highlights from the Tour
We had a lively crowd of about 25 dedicated readers pack into Lykke Books and the NU Brew Cafe for an intimate evening of literary discussion, audience Q&A, and book signings. The panel featured an incredible lineup of authors:
- Jess Lourey: New York Times bestselling author who took us inside a thrilling, dystopian “locked room” world set right here in southeastern Minnesota.
- Erica Ruth Neubauer: Shared insights into her brilliant 1920s historical sleuth mysteries.
- Shannon Baker: Charmed the audience with tales of her Kate Fox mystery series set in the rugged Nebraska Sandhills.
From historical crime to modern-day psychological thrills, it was a fantastic masterclass in storytelling and the craft of suspense.
A Huge Community Thank You
Events like this don’t just happen—they take a village of passionate book lovers! A massive thank you to:
- Brie Taralson of Lykke Books for organizing and hosting this wonderful literary escape.
- Tamara Quinn Klawitter for doing a fantastic job moderating the panel discussion and keeping the conversation lively.
- All the wonderful authors and readers who showed up to support local arts and independent business!
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