Tag Archives: Kirkus Reviews

Five-Star summer reading: The Frank Nagler Mysteries

Posted on July 4, 2020 by michaelstephendaigle

Thanks to the readers and fans of the Frank Nagler Mysteries for this deluge of 5-star reviews. Kirkus Reviews: “One of modern fiction’s expertly drawn detectives.”   THE SWAMPS OF JERSEY. Why are an old swamp, a burning factory and … Continue reading →

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A short reading of THE RED HAND (by me!?)

Posted on June 26, 2020 by michaelstephendaigle

I was asked to record a short section from THE RED HAND for Authors Read Podcast. Thanks to the group for the opportunity. Here are the links: https://castbox.fm/episode/Episode-50%3A-Michael-Steven-Daigle-reads-from-The-Red-Hand-id1872281-id279422546?country=us https://authorsreadpodcast.wordpress.com/2020/06/26/episode-50-michael-steven-daigle-reads-from-the-red-hand/ https://www.facebook.com/Authors-Read-Podcast-264076417455140/ What I learned from this is that I won’t be … Continue reading →

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Five-star review for THE WEIGHT OF LIVING

Posted on June 25, 2020 by michaelstephendaigle

Thanks, Arthur Turfa for this new 5-star review of THE WEIGHT OF LIVING  A Frank Nagler Mystery.   5Stars: “The author avoids sensationalism here. As dark as the plot gets, what stands out, as usual, are the characters and dialogue. … Continue reading →

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Dane Petersen’s reading of THE RED HAND: Wow

Posted on June 10, 2020 by michaelstephendaigle

I have been asked why I don’t record audio versions of my own Frank Nagler Mysteries. It’s because of people like Dane Petersen. https://danepetersen.com/ Dane read and produced the newly released Audiobook of THE RED HAND, the fourth Frank Nagler … Continue reading →

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New 5-star review for THE RED HAND–Many thanks!

Posted on May 14, 2020 by michaelstephendaigle

The prose is crisp and delectable and the overall writing featuring descriptions that pull readers into a dark wave sweeping through a city. The chilling story is fast-paced, twisty, and with the potential to hold readers awake throughout the night. … Continue reading →

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A newspaper life

Posted on May 2, 2020 by michaelstephendaigle

I miss the newspaper business. I spent half my life there. So when a story as big as Covid-19 shows up, I want to be in on the reporting. I want to be leaning over a desk with three or … Continue reading →

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THE RED HAND: Distinguished Favorite in 2020 Independent Press Awards

Posted on April 29, 2020 by michaelstephendaigle

When we writers sit down to compose a story, we hope we will write the best story possible with the material at hand. Then we hope other people like it. Sometimes that notice comes in the form of awards. So … Continue reading →

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THE RED HAND a 2020 Top Shelf Book Awards nominee

Posted on April 27, 2020 by michaelstephendaigle

THE RED HAND, the fourth Frank Nagler Mystery is a nominee for the 2020 Top Shelf Books Awards. The multi-award winning book has been named: Distinguished Favorite in the 2019 Big NYC Book Contest; Second Place winner for mysteries in … Continue reading →

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When this is over

Posted on April 12, 2020 by michaelstephendaigle

When this is over Lovers will hold their kiss longer And taste that sweetness again; Sunrise will bring praise and relief And nightfall an emptiness.   When this is over Books will be put away and clothes folded, A bed … Continue reading →

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Kirkus Review campaign for THE RED HAND

Posted on March 11, 2020 by michaelstephendaigle

Kirkus Reviews has a campaign in support of THE RED HAND, the fourth Frank Nagler Mystery, including a feature profile:   The link: https://www.kirkusreviews.com/news-and-features/articles/michael-stephen-daigle/.   From the profile, written by Rhett Morgan: “Daigle paints such a convincing picture because in all … Continue reading →

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