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Hi Maila, do you recommend to read your books in order of appearance? And where can I buy the first book as paperback?

Malia Zaidi Hi Jürgen,
Though you could read each as a standalone, I would recommend reading them in the order of appearance. You can get the book on Amazon or Barnes & Noble. Happy reading!

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Hi! I'm currently reading A Poisonous Journey and I can't wait to read the other books in the series! Do you know yet how many books you plan to write for this series? Also, I'm curious to know, does Daniel not appear at all in book 3? Thanks!

Malia Zaidi Hello,
I'm so glad you are enjoying A Poisonous Journey and hope you will like the other books, too! I am not quite sure how many will be in the series, but I can say I am currently working on the sixth book, so Evelyn's story is set to continue for some time yet:-) As for Daniel, you will have to wait and see what happens, but it is not a spoiler to say, he doesn't disappear from the series. Happy reading!

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What books are on your summer reading list this year?

Malia Zaidi There are so many books on my summer reading list, I will really have to be selective, if I don't want to take a full suitcase dedicated to books on my travels. I am especially looking forward to Beartown by Fredrik Backman, The Women in the Castle by Jessica Shattuck and The Alice Network by Kate Quinn. I have also compiled a list of summer reading recommendations on my blog, which can be found here: https://www.princessandpen.com/single...
Enjoy your summer and happy reading!

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Who is your favorite fictional couple, and why?

Malia Zaidi I debated going with Lizzie Bennet and Mr. Darcy from "Pride and Prejudice", but honestly, I have always thought she was too good for him. So I have to go with Wesley and Buttercup from "The Princess Bride". It's one of my absolute favorite books, and if you've only seen the movie, what are you doing here, get reading! They are a funny couple, who fall in love, become separated, deal with one misunderstanding after another, pirate interventions, a giant, a plan for revenge, an articulate abductor, Rodents Of Unusual Size, six-fingered men, being mostly dead and a prissy prince bent on his achieving will. Definitely a couple that beats the odds and I root for them every time I re-read this treasure of a book.

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Hello, I would love to read your second book A Darker Shore. Is there anyway you could give me an advance reading copy of it? I would read it and rate it on Goodreads. Please let me know. Thanks. Judy

Malia Zaidi Hi Judy,
Thanks for your interest! I have set you a message.

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Good luck with the book sales, Malia. I hope No.2 is flowing well. Kind regards Gary :-) I am sending this via your question box as I cannot see how to send you a personal message, lol. ?

Malia Zaidi Thanks so much, Gary, that is very kind of you! Look out for book two around December, hope you will enjoy it!

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Hi Malia - this is not a question, but I just won your book Jan 20 = A Poisonous Journey: A Lady Evelyn Mystery - but when I checked my mailbox... I had an empty torn envelope. Is it too much to ask for another signed copy? ;-}

Malia Zaidi Hi Bianca,
How disappointing! Send me a message with your address and I will get you another copy:-)

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What are you currently working on?

Malia Zaidi I'm working on the next Lady Evelyn mystery. For Book Two, Evelyn will be going on another adventure and there may or may not be fatalities...

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I've just started writing a novel. Any suggestions for groups I could join for support & encouragement?

Malia Zaidi Hi Bill,
How exciting! To answer your question, I have heard people say good things about writer's workshops from Faber Academy (http://www.faberacademy.co.uk/), which might be a good place to find some like-minded writers, seeking support, as well and learning more about the writing process. I had a good experience with Gotham's Writer's Workshops (https://www.writingclasses.com/). You might also find a creative writing/publishing group in your area, which would bring you together with other writers and you could bounce ideas around, or hear about their experiences in this area. Best of luck with your writing endeavors and I hope this helps!

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