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Dorothy Howell | 20 Questions: SEAMS LIKE MURDER
Author Guest / September 26, 2022

1–What is the title of your latest release? My latest release is SEAMS LIKE MURDER.  It’s the launch book of my Sewing Studio Mystery – my 48th published novel.   2–What’s the “elevator pitch” for your new book? Abbey Chandler returns to quaint, touristy Hideaway Grove where she spent summers with her aunt, and finds herself involved in the town’s sewing project and a murder. The charity sewing project Abbey heads up is making pillowcase dresses for girls in Africa.  I’ve been sewing and donating these dresses to a non-profit for several years.  I’ve donated over 1,000 dresses so far.   3–How did you decide where your book was going to take place? I decided a fictional town would work best for SEAMS LIKE MURDER, so I created Hideaway Grove.  It’s known for its specialty shops, antique stores, and art galleries.  The town’s founder was a birdwatcher so most of the businesses and streets are named after birds.  I had a delightful time developing this small town—I even drew a map!   4–Would you hang out with your sleuth in real life? I’d love to hang out with Abbey!  I’d also love to live in Hideaway Grove—if only that were…