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In DESERT WIND, Lena Jones investigates a murder near the Grand Canyon. Actor John Wayne, who appears as a ghost, is a recurring character in this unique mystery where memories of the Cold War still haunt the desert. DESERT WIND received a STARRED REVIEW from Publishers Weekly: "Webb pulls no punches in exploring another human rights issue in her excellent seventh mystery starring Arizona PI Lena Jones (after 2009's 'Desert Lost')."

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February 19, 2012: From 1 to 5 p.m,, Betty discusses fiction and mystery writing on a writing panel with Susan Pohlman (memoirs and non-fiction); and Patricia Brooks (marketing). Mustang Library, Scottsdale AZ.

February 21, 2012: 7 p.m. Betty will talk about DESERT WIND at Changing Hands Bookstore, SW corner of McClintock & Guadalupe, Tempe AZ. (Note: check March 6 for Betty's mystery writing workshop at this wonderful store!)

February 22, 2012: 5:30 p.m. Betty discusses her books and the writing life at "Manuscripts and Munchies," a fund-raiser for Friends of the Scottsdale Library, at Fifth & Wine, 7051 E. Fifth Ave., in Old Town Scottsdale AZ. Proceeds go to Friends of the Scottsdale Library.

February 23, 2012: At 2:30 p.m. Betty discusses her mysteries, including the new DESERT WIND, at Desert Foothills Library, Cave Creek AZ. Editor Barbara Peters just might show up for this one!

February 24, 2012: 6:30 p.m. Betty discusses DESERT WIND in an informal meet-and-greet at Barnes & Noble, 90th St. and Shea, Scottsdale AZ.

February 25, 2012: 11 a.m. Betty talks about her books (especially her new DESERT WIND) and the writing experience at the Tempe Public Library, 3500 So Rural Road, Tempe AZ. This will be a fun free-for-all for both readers and writers.

March 3, 2012: 3 p.m. Betty discusses her new Lena Jones mystery DESERT WIND, gives hints about the three books remaining in the series -- and the series that comes next. Apache Junction Library, Mountain View Room. Apache Junction AZ

March 10-11, 2012: Betty speaks on several panels and signs her books at the Tucson Festival for the Book. Tucson AZ. Look for her on "Politically Motivated" with Mike Hayes, Mike Lawson, and Alan Jacobson, on Saturday 11:30 a.m. in Student Union #2; "Criminal Animals," with David Rosenfelt and Rebecca Hale, on Saturday at 4 p.m. in Student Union #2; and "Deadlier than the Male" with J.A. Jance, Elizabeth Gunn, and Susan Cummings Miller, on Sunday at 2:30 p.m. in the Mall Tent.

March 14, 2012: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Changing Hands Bookstore, SW corner of McClintock & Guadalupe, Tempe AZ. Betty gives a two-hour mystery writing workshop. Among the subjects discussed will be the differences between thrillers and mysteries, creating a detective that will captivate the reader through an entire series, choosing the right point of view, establishing the all-important arc of action, when to explain and when to hold back, how to drop clues without giving away too much, getting the forensics and police procedure right, the complications of mystery sub-genres, tone, and much, much more. Call 480-730-0205 for registration information. IMPORTANT: When Betty gave a similar workshop at Changing Hands last year, registration had to be cut off at 25, so register early.

March 16, 2012: At noon, Betty speaks about her books and the writing life at the Winfield Authors Luncheon, in the Winfield Clubhouse, off Scottsdale Road and Westland Drive, Scottsdale AZ.

March 17, 2012: At noon, Betty speaks to the Phoenix Writers Club luncheon about her books, and also shares writing and publishing tips. Bluewater Grill, 1720 E. Camelback, Phoeniz AZ. Luncheon is $15 for members, $20 for non-members. Contact Eileen Birin by March 15 to make reservations at 623-561-6751. This is an excellent group for writers and aspiring writers.

April 17, 2012: At 10:15 a.m. Betty discusses the research necessary for writing DESERT WIND, her new Lena Jones mystery, and how her discoveries changed John Wayne from a flashback walk-on into a major character in the book. Velma Teague Library, 7010 N. 58th Ave.(one block north of Glendale Ave.), Glendale AZ.

April 21, 2012: Betty appears at the Arizona History Conference with other writers from Arizona PressWomen, at Point Hilton Tapitio, Phoenix AZ. Details are to come, but be sure to put this informative Arizona history conference on your schedule.

April 25, 2012: 5 p.m., Betty discusses her writing techniques and the surprising entrance of actor John Wayne into her latest Lena Jones mystery, DESERT WIND. At Scottsdale Society of Women Writers, Chaparral Suites, Scottsdale AZ.

September 20-22, 2012: Betty discusses how newspaper headlines influence her novels at the National Federation of Press Women Conference. Phoenix AZ.


MUCH MORE TO COME, so keep checking back!m