Ozymandias syndrome? Once I read that Rupert Murdoch has it, I see it in so many people. Read the poem again: poets.org/poem/ozymand...

Echocardiogram this morning, then lunch with writer friend. Both exploring the capacity of the heart. Oh, and my book club tonight. Win win win.

What’s your favorite bookstore? I love Mystery Lovers Bookshop in Oakmont, PA (a suburb of Pittsburgh.) A store with a long and glorious history. They’re re-arranging this weekend. Can’t wait to see the results. Where do you shop for books? We should make a starter pack!

The Martha Stewart doc is fascinating. For one thing, James Comey may be solely responsible for bringing down two strong, brilliant, successful women. Why? We’re going to write about this, aren’t we?

Here’s my pal, former FBI agent turned true crime podcaster, Jodene Weber. Nancy sez, check it out!

It’s Dinner & Documentary Friday on Caught In My Web! #truecrimepodcast For dinner, a delicious Fig & Mushroom Quesadilla recipe 🍄‍🟫 Them, we begin analysis of Death at the Mansion, and the strange circumstances surrounding the death of Rebecca Zahau. Subscribe on Patreon. Photo: IMDB

Books can help. Love this article in today’s Post. When times get tough, I turn to Patrick O’Brian. (I am ready to board for my fifth circumnavigation.) But maybe it’s time to crack open Dorothy Dunnett instead? Who do you read in times of trouble? I need suggestions, friends!

Tiny silver lining: Mitch McConnell’s departure.

Years ago, at a lovely wedding reception in Arizona, the nice lady sitting next to me at the table opened her little handbag to show me her pistol. At a wedding reception. Sane gun laws, people. We just need a little sanity.

Much as I’d like to stay and play, the daylight hours are for writing. See yinz later tonight.

Still a great first page. How to Murder a Millionaire, updated and ready if you like your mysteries with a little romance.

Writer from Pittsburgh even though I write about Philadelphia. Go figure.