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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · 7d

Today's newsletter, with news about my new blog spot, MURDER IS EVERYWHERE, an essay and book GIVEAWAY from @mariahfredericks.bsky.social, last month's giveaway from @jamesletoile.bsky.social & a new writing practice. #books #writinglife #bookgiveaway #murderiseverywhere
Read here: bit.ly/48FvIfR

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Pete Buttigieg @petebuttigieg.bsky.social · 20d

What's happening with Jimmy Kimmel is about politics and power.

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Mariah Fredericks @mariahfredericks.bsky.social · 29d

Thank you so much!

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Mariah Fredericks @mariahfredericks.bsky.social · 29d

Thank you so much!! Happily, it's been a very busy week!

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Mariah Fredericks @mariahfredericks.bsky.social · Jul 22

I'm so sorry you had Covid! Thank you for the lovely shout out. So glad you found it engrossing.

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Mariah Fredericks @mariahfredericks.bsky.social · Jul 10

Oh, wow. What is this document?

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Mariah Fredericks @mariahfredericks.bsky.social · Jul 7

Sally—it's so nice to connect again! Thank you for the kind words about GIRL. You made my day!

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Pete Buttigieg @petebuttigieg.bsky.social · Jul 4

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Mariah Fredericks @mariahfredericks.bsky.social · Jun 24

Thrilled with this review for THE GIRL IN THE GREEN DRESS from @publisherswkly.bsky.social. Also, that they chose to highlight the gorgeous cover.

Publishers Weekly @publisherswkly.bsky.social · Jun 23

★ Mariah Fredericks brilliantly evokes 1920s New York City in this riveting standalone inspired by the unsolved murder of gambler and womanizer Joseph Elwell. Add in an enthralling investigation and a complex, fame-hungry lead, and it’s undeniable: Fredericks has struck gold.

The Girl in the Green Dress by Mariah Fredericks

Fredericks (The Wharton Plot) brilliantly evokes 1920s New York City in this riveting standalone inspired by the unsolved murder...

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Mark Ruffalo @markruffalo.bsky.social · Jun 20

You know how everyone now says they were always against the Iraq war when most people were for it? Let’s just skip the step of going to war with Iran, because one day everyone will say how they were always against it… except the weirdos, who just love bloodshed and bombs.

Win Without War @winwithoutwar.bsky.social · Jun 20

People across the country agree: No War with Iran

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Mariah Fredericks @mariahfredericks.bsky.social · May 21

Thrilled that the child is home from college. Less thrilled that every charge cord in the house has disappeared.

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Mariah Fredericks @mariahfredericks.bsky.social · Apr 29

Nice to see some electoral good news!

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Mariah Fredericks @mariahfredericks.bsky.social · Apr 24

"Vladimir, stop!"
Oh, how the pussy grabbers have fallen.

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Mariah Fredericks @mariahfredericks.bsky.social · Apr 16

It's a good look.

Ben Ross @benross.bsky.social · Apr 16

Steve Kerr wore a Harvard basketball shirt after the Warriors’ win tonight: “Yes, this is me supporting Harvard. Way to go. Way to stand up to the bully.”

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Mariah Fredericks @mariahfredericks.bsky.social · Apr 15

www.youtube.com/watch?v=3J04...

Tom Lehrer - Fight fiercely Harvard

YouTube video by FreddeTl

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Queens Public Library @qplnyc.bsky.social · Apr 11

Join us for our talk with @mariahfredericks.bsky.social, author of "The Lindbergh Nanny," at Jackson Heights Library on Saturday, April 12 at 2:30PM!
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Promotional flyer for the QPL program Meet Mariah Fredericks, Author of "The Lindbergh Nanny."

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Mariah Fredericks @mariahfredericks.bsky.social · Apr 10

First item on today's to do list: Set up autopsy.
Oh—no, that's autopay. (Bad handwriting and writing mysteries for a living.)

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Mariah Fredericks @mariahfredericks.bsky.social · Apr 8

A small bit of good news. But there are others who should be released as well.

The New York Times @nytimes.com · Apr 8

Three children and their mother have been released from federal custody after being detained by immigration enforcement agents last month at an upstate New York dairy farm.

Mother and 3 Children Detained by ICE at Upstate N.Y. Farm Are Released

The family was returned to New York after being taken into custody last month and held at a detention center in Texas, officials and advocates said.

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Mariah Fredericks @mariahfredericks.bsky.social · Apr 3

Whole lotta people gripping themselves today and weeping Why, why?

Gabino Iglesias @gabino.bsky.social · Apr 3

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Mariah Fredericks @mariahfredericks.bsky.social · Mar 31

I hate when you come to that point in the outline where you wrote "Various hilarious mishaps ensue," but failed to disclose what those mishaps might be. Bad show, outline self.

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Pete Buttigieg @petebuttigieg.bsky.social · Mar 25

They are breaking Social Security, because they do not like Social Security.

Long waits, waves of calls, web crashes: Social Security is breaking down

A flood of cuts led by Elon Musk has sent the agency into chaos as a new commissioner prepares to take charge.

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Mariah Fredericks @mariahfredericks.bsky.social · Mar 20

Well, that is some carrot.

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Elizabeth Warren @warren.senate.gov · Mar 17

Trump is defying court orders and abusing wartime powers to deport people with no due process.

He's using the law that put Italian, German, and Japanese immigrants in detention camps during World War II.

We are not at war. Donald Trump is not a king. He is not above the law.

The Alien Enemies Act: What To Know About A 1798 Law That Trump Has Invoked For Deportations

President Donald Trump has invoked the Alien Enemies Act for the first time since World War II, granting himself sweeping powers.

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Mariah Fredericks @mariahfredericks.bsky.social · Mar 15

The best thing about being nominated for an Agatha is you get to have a conversation with the writers doing some of the best work in mystery today. If you're going to Malice, come hear the discussion!

Gabriel Valjan @gvaljan.bsky.social · Mar 14

#Historical Malice Domestic 37 #AgathaAwards 2025
Harriette Sackler @mallybeckerwrites.bsky.social @johncopenhaver.bsky.social @mariahfredericks.bsky.social @amandaflower.bsky.social @susaneliamacneal.bsky.social @hnsnorthamerica.bsky.social @histnovsoc.bsky.social

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Mariah Fredericks @mariahfredericks.bsky.social · Mar 12

Now I'd vote for this old white millionaire.

Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · Mar 11

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