An awesome review of DEADLY THREADS is in from John Valeri at the Hartford Examiner:

"Deadly Threads is an intelligent and intricately plotted mystery that is written with uncommon grace. Cleland delivers all the familiar elements that fans have come to expect while also expanding her repertoire of collectibles and continuing to reveal layers of her characters, who become more complex with each entry. While the book may not qualify as an antique just yet, one could make the argument that it’s a modern classic."

The entire review is HERE.

“I'm so completely thrilled!” Jane said. “Wow! ‘Queen of the Antiques Mystery’ from Fresh Fiction, ‘a winner’ from Publisher’s Weekly, and ‘a modern classic’ from the Hartford Examiner. I couldn’t be more proud.”

A FREE DRAWING: Win a vintage Pucci purse

To celebrate the publication of DEADLY THREADS, a tale of vintage clothing, a cat who fetches, and betrayal, Jane is giving away this gorgeous vintage Pucci purse. It’s free and easy to enter.

Hurry! The deadline is May 31, 2011

The BONA, given by the Wolfe Pack (the literary society that celebrates all things Nero Wolfe) in cooperation withAlfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine, honors a format (the novella) popularized by Rex Stout in his enduringly popular Nero Wolfe mystery series. Jane is the chair of the Wolfe Pack’s literary awards, which include the Nero for best novel and the BONA. The deadline for submitting for this year’s BONA contest is May 31, 2011. Details are available at the Wolfe Pack’s site, www.nerowolfe.org.

Prescott’s new cat is a Maine Coon, a breed known for fetching.
He adapts to his new home easily, and as you can see, is very handsome.

See my Tour Schedule for upcoming dates. I'd love to see you!

With best regards,

The Josie Prescott Antiques Mysteries. "Ingenious ... engaging!" Publishers Weekly. www.janecleland.net Jane does Business Communications training work, too! www.janecleland.com