Brian Abbott

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Brian Abbott is a graduate of Syracuse University with a B.A. in English and Public Relations. He lives in Syracuse, NY, and works at a local public library where he’s responsible for public relations, publications, and selecting mysteries for the collection. Besides writing, Brian enjoys reading, theatre, film, gaming, and travel.


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  • The Poisoned Martini http://thepoisonedmartini.com/

    For mysteries & more!
    The Poisoned Martini is a mix of reviews, original writing, and the occasional cocktail.

LATEST ARTICLES ( 306 )

  • Interview with Mystery Author Duffy Brown

    Interview with Mystery Author Duffy Brown

    Today, The Poisoned Martini is privileged to be speaking with author Duffy Brown, author of the consignment shop mysteries, Iced Chiffon (2012) and Killer in... Read more

    Posted on 21 January 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE

  • 25,000 Hits!

    Earlier today, The Poisoned Martini achieved a milestone … 25,000 hits!So what were the popular posts of the day leading up to this achievement? Read more

    Posted on 19 January 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE

  • Friday Cocktail

    Friday Cocktail

    Dubonnet cocktailThis Friday’s cocktail is steeped in history and a favorite of queens.  Try the Dubonnet cocktail!Dubonnet is an aperitif wine containing... Read more

    Posted on 11 January 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE

  • Enter a Murderer

    Enter Murderer

    Book by Ngaio MarshAs the brief foreword warns, we will know the identity of the murderer early on.  Or do we?The scene is set. Read more

    Posted on 03 January 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE

  • Writing Challenge 25

    Writing Challenge

    The second of two writing challenges this month!To spark your creativity, The Poisoned Martini features monthly images to get you started. Read more

    Posted on 31 December 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE

  • Top 10 Mysteries in 2013?

    Mysteries 2013?

    2014 is nearly here.  That means it’s time to reflect on the year that’s been.  What books did you read this year?  Were they the most popular? Read more

    Posted on 27 December 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE

  • Friday Cocktail

    Friday Cocktail

    Society cocktailWhether it be secret, high or polite, this Friday’s cocktail might well fit in.  Try the Society cocktail!This classic cocktail has been around... Read more

    Posted on 21 December 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE

  • Subscription to Murder?

    Subscription Murder?

    Here’s something new in the arena of epublishing.  Can’t get enough of your favorite authors?  Try a subscription.ePublisher Stark Raving Group has launched... Read more

    Posted on 13 December 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE

  • Writing Challenge 24

    Writing Challenge

    The first of two writing challenges this month!To spark your creativity, The Poisoned Martini features monthly images to get you started. Read more

    Posted on 02 December 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE

  • Recommended Reads

    Recommended Reads

    Discover new authors (or revisit old favorites) with The Poisoned Martini ‘s Recommended Reads. Perhaps these suggested titles will expand your reading... Read more

    Posted on 02 December 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE

  • Cocktail Special

    Cocktail Special

    Thanksgiving Special cocktailToast and give thanks with the Thanksgiving Special cocktail.This one’s been around a while, dating back to—at least—the early... Read more

    Posted on 27 November 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE

  • Writing Challenge 23

    Writing Challenge

    This month’s writing challenge offers up a scene that lends itself to a spookier kind of story.To spark your creativity, The Poisoned Martini features monthly... Read more

    Posted on 22 November 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE

  • Murder in the British Isles

    Murder British Isles

    Read along with The Poisoned Martini …The British Isles have long been a source of intriguing mysteries.  In fact, Judith Flanders’ 2013 book, The Invention of... Read more

    Posted on 15 November 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE

  • The Daughter of Time

    Daughter Time

    Book by Josephine TeyWhat would you do if you were cooped up, staring at the ceiling, with nothing to engage your mind?Inspector Alan Grant of Scotland... Read more

    Posted on 14 November 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE

  • Strangers on a Train

    Strangers Train

    Book by Patricia Highsmith“The train tore along with an angry, irregular rhythm.  It was having to stop at smaller and more frequent stations, where it would... Read more

    Posted on 11 November 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE

  • John Steakley’s Vampires

    John Steakley’s Vampires

    Book by John Steakley.This is the cover of the edition I original owned.Have you ever started reading a book, but for whatever reason set it aside–and possibly... Read more

    Posted on 31 October 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE

  • Whose Body?

    Whose Body?

    Book by Dorothy L. SayersA scant two years before the introduction of that Belgian detective, Dorothy L. Sayers featured the gentleman detective Lord Peter... Read more

    Posted on 25 October 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE

  • Recommended Reads

    Recommended Reads

    Discover new authors (or revisit old favorites) with The Poisoned Martini ‘s Recommended Reads. Perhaps these suggested titles will expand your reading list. Read more

    Posted on 16 October 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE

  • Friday Cocktail

    Friday Cocktail

    Widow MakerWill you flirt with this Friday’s cocktail, the Widow Maker?There’s not a lot of info about this drink’s pedigree; it appears to be a recent creation. Read more

    Posted on 12 October 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE

  • Writing Challenge 21

    Writing Challenge

    This month’s writing challenge offers up a scene that lends itself to a spookier kind of story.To spark your creativity, The Poisoned Martini features monthly... Read more

    Posted on 12 October 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE