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Jennifer K. Morita, author

@jenniferkmorita.bsky.social

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Mystery author & mom. Member of Sisters in Crime, Crime Writers of Color, Mystery Writers of American & International Thriller Writers.

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · Aug 2

Who can resist a #sale ?! My #debutnovel is a Kindle Monthly Deal thru 8/31! @crookedlanebooks.bsky.social
www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0CV...

#booksale #kindledeal #ebook

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I'm shocked.

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SinC Desert Sleuths @desertsleuths.bsky.social · Aug 28

Edith Maxwell (Maddie Day) has written over 35 books plus short stories. She's gonna share how she "keeps those creative juices flowing!" Stuck? Could be just what you need!

Register for the WriteNOW! Conference at DesertSleuths.com
#DSWN25 #AmWriting #WritingCommunity
@maddieday.bsky.social

WriteNOW! Conference
Fri-Sat, Sept 19-20, Virtual
Edith Maxwell- Panelist: Keeping the Creative Juices Flowing

Edith Maxwell, writing as Maddie Day, writes the Country Store Mysteries, the Cozy Capers Book Group Mysteries, the Cece Barton Mysteries, and the historical Dot and Amelia Mysteries. As Edith Maxwell, she writes the Agatha-Award winning historical Quaker Midwife Mysteries and short crime fiction. She's a member of Mystery Writers of America and a proud lifetime member of Sisters in Crime.

Friday: Agent pitch sessions ($35), an editor's assessment of your first 3 chapters ($60), and a writing craft workshop ($35)

Saturday: One fee for a full day of panels, a workshop, and presentations; $25 Desert Sleuth members; $35 all others

For registration and conference details:
http://desertsleuths.com/writenow-2025/

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · Aug 20

I'll be chatting w/ @audreyleeauthor.bsky.social (MECHANICS OF MEMORY) & @dmrowell.bsky.social (SILENT ARE THE DEAD) about how we weave culture and #crime 12:30 PM Aug. 30 at the Mill Valley Public Library! Register here: millvalleylibrary.libcal.com/event/14404311
#bookevent #crimefiction #library

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SinC Desert Sleuths @desertsleuths.bsky.social · Aug 16

We have amazing guests for the 2025 WriteNOW! Conference. Authors Rhys Bowen, Edith Maxwell, Catriona McPherson and Lois Winston will be sharing their secrets to "Keeping the Creative Juices Flowing!" Say GOODBYE to getting stuck. #AmWriting #MysteryWriters #CrimeWriters #WritingCommunity #DSWN25

WriteNOW! Conference
September 19-20, 2025
$25 for Desert Sleuths members, $35 for everyone else- for a full day of virtual events

One of Saturday's panels features Rhys Bowen, Edith Maxwell, Catriona McPherson, and Lois Winston giving all their best tips on Keeping the Creative Juices Flowing!

Additional a la carte pitching, craft, and edits are also available
Register at https://DesertSleuths.com

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John Copenhaver @johncopenhaver.bsky.social · Aug 9

So excited to celebrate at the Underrepresented Authors Reception at Bouchercon 2025—now starting at 9:30 PM (not 9:15 as earlier posted)! 🎉

Join us Sept. 5 in the Bissonett Ballroom for a cash bar, dessert, bingo, prizes, book giveaways, and an evening honoring diverse voices in crime fiction.

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · Aug 8

I'll be at the Mill Valley Public Library on Sat 8/30 talking about culture & writing with @audreyleeauthor.bsky.social and @dmrowell.bsky.social . Seating is limited so be sure to sign up! millvalleylibrary.libcal.com/event/144043...
#bookevent #libraryevents @crookedlanebooks.bsky.social

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D. M. Rowell @dmrowell.bsky.social · Aug 4

Looking forward to Aug 30th with @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social and @audreyleeauthor.bsky.social at Mill Valley Library! Going to be fun!

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · Aug 2

Who can resist a #sale ?! My #debutnovel is a Kindle Monthly Deal thru 8/31! @crookedlanebooks.bsky.social
www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0CV...

#booksale #kindledeal #ebook

Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · Jul 24

Thanks to supportive colleagues at #sacramentostate, my #debutnovel GHOSTS OF WAIKĪKĪ was included in Alesia Ruble's incredible lineup of books by #CSU faculty and staff. Love my #dayjob!

www.calstate.edu/csu-system/n...

Summer Reads from the CSU Community | CSU

Dive into this list of beach-worthy books written by CSU faculty and staff.

www.calstate.edu

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Crooked Lane Books @crookedlanebooks.bsky.social · Jul 8

Gold Country Writers welcome @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social, author of 🌴GHOSTS OF WAIKIKI🌴to speak about querying in Auburn, CA on Wednesday, July 16! Read the article below to learn more about Jennifer's background as a journalist. 📖

https://loom.ly/K7x1W10

Gold Country Writers welcome reporter turned author

goldcountrymedia.com

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Gabriel Valjan @gvaljan.bsky.social · Jun 17

#congrats @johncopenhaver.bsky.social @jamesletoile.bsky.social @swierczy.bsky.social @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social @ktnguyenauthor.bsky.social @sjrozan.bsky.social @diannefreeman.bsky.social @deannaraybourn.bsky.social @mariahfredericks.bsky.social @greglilly.bsky.social @janetrudolph.bsky.social

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · Jun 18

Thank you!!!!

Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · Jun 12

Congratulations!

Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · May 18

My #debutnovel GHOSTS OF WAIKĪKĪ is eligible for Best First Mystery. If you're looking for books to nominate, I'd love for you to consider my book. Ballots are out and due June 1! #crimewriter #authorlife #awardseason

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Gabriel Valjan @gvaljan.bsky.social · May 16

It's that time of year @janetrudolph.bsky.social @sincnational.bsky.social @chessiecrime.bsky.social @sinccolorado.bsky.social

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · May 8

Thank you so much! And congrats to all the nominees!

Gabriel Valjan @gvaljan.bsky.social · May 7

#Congrats @alexsegura.bsky.social @kellyekell.bsky.social @catrionamcp.bsky.social @sjrozan.bsky.social @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social @ktnguyenauthor.bsky.social @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social @jamesletoile.bsky.social @kbjackson.bsky.social @curtisippolito.bsky.social @ellenbyronla.bsky.social

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Maddie Day, aka Edith Maxwell @maddieday.bsky.social · May 4

The author-cooks at Mystery Lovers' Kitchen share our most memorable meals around the kitchen table today, and there's a SIX book #giveaway!
www.mysteryloverskitchen.com/2025/05/arou...

Around the Kitchen Table: OUR MEMORABLE MEALS Plus 6-Book #Giveaway

The blog where mystery authors cook up books and delicious recipes.

www.mysteryloverskitchen.com

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · May 4

This is about all of us. Never forget that.

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · May 2

I'm so excited!

D. M. Rowell @dmrowell.bsky.social · Apr 30

Join us at the Bay Area Book Festival on June 1st for a panel with @lesliekarst.bsky.social, Laurie R. King, @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social and J. Richard Osborn
BA Book Festival admission is FREE with events for all ages!
Go to www.baybookfest.org for more info!
@crookedlanebooks.bsky.social

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Michael Northrop @michaelnorthrop.bsky.social · Apr 26

This year’s Agatha Award Best First Mystery Novel nominees— @ellejauffret.bsky.social @jadamswrites.bsky.social @elizabethcrowens.bsky.social @ktnguyenauthor.bsky.social—speaking at Malice Domestic. (Only @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social missing.) All brilliant, all on @bsky.app!

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · Apr 26

Thank you, Michael!!! Hope you're all having a great time!

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · Apr 24

❤️Thank you so much! Hope you like my book! I secretly want to write a cozy about someone getting offed in a Zumba class, but I think I'd have to use a pen name 'cause I want to keep my front row spot! 🤣

Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · Apr 24

I got a zing interviewing an extraordinary woman today. I KNEW my #lede as she spoke, and when it was over, the story wrote itself. ❤️my #dayjob

#writingcommunity #writerslife

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · Apr 15

Let’s be clear. When the President defies the Supreme Court, it is the role of Congress to remove him from office. Full stop.

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Jennifer K. Morita, author @jenniferkmorita.bsky.social · Apr 15

SAVE THE DATE Sacramento writers! Oct. 25 Capitol Crimes is hosting a series of classes on the writing craft, business of publishing, & lessons from law enforcement experts! Catriona McPherson will be the keynote speaker. Check www.capitolcrimes.org for updates! #writingconference #writingcommunity