Congratulations to the winners of the last contest. Shawna H. from Lewisburg, TN won Trust Me by Hank Phillippi Ryan. A Gathering of Secrets by Linda Castillo is going to Jacquie F. of Chicago, IL. The books are going out in the mail today.

Important to note – This week and next the giveaways will kick off on Friday as usual, but, due to my schedule, they will end early so I can get them in the mail to the winners. Watch for the deadlines! You won’t want to miss the giveaways.

This week, I’m giving away two mysteries featuring library directors and small town libraries. Hitting the Books is Jenn McKinlay’s latest Library Lover’s mystery. When library director Lindsey Norris witnesses a hit-and-run, she’s concerned about the victim, a popular local tennis coach. Then, the woman becomes the target of a second murder attempt. Are these “accidents” linked to the stash of library materials found in a stolen car? Lindsey’s on the case.

In Victoria Gilbert’s Shelved Under Murder, library director Amy Webber is recruited to help the investigation after she and her assistant stumble across the dead body of a renowned local artist. Amy’s background in art will be helpful when the studio is found to contain a cache of forged paintings. Then, the state’s art expert finds a possible connection between Amy’s deceased uncle and the murder case. Gilbert’s mysteries bring a very personal connection to Amy Webber’s investigations.

Which library mystery would you like to win? You can enter to win both, but I need separate entries. Email me at Lesa.Holstine@gmail.com. Your subject heading should read either “Win Hitting the Books” or “Win Shelved Under Murder.” Please include your name and mailing address. Entries from the U.S. only, please.

Note: This contest will end Wednesday, Oct. 10 at 5 PM CT.