Stories Behind the Stories.
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VOLUME . 12 JULY 2026
There’s nothing like a Texas sunrise, a hot cup of coffee, and a dog who thinks every squeak from the neighbors is a personal challenge. Thanks for of this journey. or being part o You make the stories worth telling.
75%
Research
Planning
This month I’m digging into railroad history and how it shaped small towns. across the country. The stories behind the tracks are as fascinating as the mysteries that unfold on them.
A Blake Franklin Mystery
75% Complete
Historical Fiction
Research & Development
Mystery Series
Planning Stage
Details Coming Soon
Historical Fiction
A powerful story of connection, resilience, and redemption set against a time of change and transformation.
More details coming soon.
A Blake Franklin Mysteries
Mysteries with heart, history, and a twist. secrets
Small Town, Big Secrets
Coming Soon
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– Susan K.
I’ve spent most of my life collecting stories. Some became books. Some became songs. Some are simply moments worth sharing. Mystery Musings is where I pull back the curtain and invite readers into the journey- the research, the roadblocks, the breakthroughs, and the adventures
(big and small) along the way.
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