Brian Abbott

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 )
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Do Or Diner
Book by Christine WengerCulinary mystery fans have a new series to sample. Do or Diner is the first in the Comfort Food Mystery series by author Christine... Read more
Posted on 11 July 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Fragments
Over time, writers inevitably create innumerable pieces of writing, some of which end up as mere fragments that needed to be written at the time of conception.... Read more
Posted on 30 June 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Double Indemnity
Posted on 29 June 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE
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The Postman Always Rings Twice
Book by James M. CainThe classic story of a man falling in love with a married woman and the two conspiring to kill her husband, The Postman Always Rings Twice... Read more
Posted on 27 June 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Writing Challenge 18
It’s time once again for another writing challenge!To spark your creativity, The Poisoned Martini is featuring a new image to get you started. Such images,... Read more
Posted on 17 June 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Friday Cocktail
NegroniThis Friday, try the classic apéritif, the Negroni.Provided you have Campari on hand, this is a relatively easy cocktail to make. Campari is bitter,... Read more
Posted on 07 June 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE