So exciting to learn that the Readers’ Favorite Website has awarded Malice on the Mekong five stars! Here are a few excerpts: “Great entertainment…breathtaking language..powerful and evocative..a beautiful tapestry on which the gripping story is masterfully designed…hard to put down…classic story that will be remembered for the beautiful characters, the unforgettable setting, and events so …

Such a lot of fun reading, discussing and signing our books at Old Capitol Books in Monterey, CA on August 20th. We had a good turnout with a wide-ranging conversation and sold at least one book to everyone who came!Thanks to Matthew Sundt and his staff for making it happen.

Thanks to Lizzie Hayes and her blog for previewing Carol Westron’s review which will appear on the Mystery People website in October. Wonderfully encouraging when a teacher of Creative Writing submits such a positive review: “…author shows great skill in drawing the reader into this country, its traditions and its people…clever mystery…Anjali Rao, the chocoholic …

Really gratifying to drive around Monterey Bay to Santa Cruz and find our books featured on their Local Authors Shelf. Bookshop Santa Cruz is the largest and most popular independent bookstore on the Central Coast. You can also see reviews and promotion of our books on their website: Click here to see reviews.

Just got back from traveling by train from California to the East Coast to help my stepsister celebrate her 90th birthday. What a civilized way to travel and what a nice way to get reacquainted with my country after so many years abroad. And boy, did we have a nice time helping Barb celebrate — …