The further adventures of me

(The rest of today’s posts will appear below over the course of the morning.)

First, the professional: I’ve got a standalone review in today’s Baltimore Sun as I read my very first Ruth Rendell novel (yes, yes, I know) and then tried to figure out what works in THE ROTTWEILER and what does not.

Then, the unbelievably vain: Thanks to Mary Reagan finally posting her Bouchercon pics, I’ve updated my bio picture. It’s hard to get the full effect, so here’s a spiffier version. I can’t really remember why I had the centerpiece in my hair, but it seemed like a good idea at the time.* Besides, sometimes you have to add a touch of the bizarre to what was otherwise semi-formal dress….

*I didn’t start drinking till later that night. No, really. Ask some of my tablemates and friends.