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SHORT (74 words)

Millicent Eidson invites readers into a world where animal diseases hold secrets more dangerous than any criminal. Millicent’s career began at the CDC, where the nights belonged to whispered tales of microbes dancing in her imagination. Led by Maya Maguire, a fictional veterinary medical detective, the MayaVerse offers uplifting and inspirational medical thrillers. Dr. Eidson’s alphabetical novels showcase public health heroes who champion “One Health,” the essential connection between human, animal, and environmental health.

MEDIUM (142 words)

Dr. Millicent Eidson, a master of intrigue and suspense, weaves her literary magic through the pages of the Maya Maguire microbial mystery series. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for scientific puzzles, she invites readers into a world where microbes hold secrets more dangerous than any criminal.

Millicent’s career as a public health veterinarian and epidemiologist began at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. After days filled with pathogens and outbreaks, the nights belonged to whispered tales of microbes dancing in her imagination. Upon retirement, her passion for storytelling blossomed into the MayaVerse, https://drmayamaguire.com/.

In alphabetical novels named after disease threats, the investigation team champions “One Health,” the essential connection between human, animal, and environmental health. Maya Maguire is a fictional veterinary medical detective, one of the public heroes in a medical thriller series that’s uplifting and inspirational.

LONG (392 words)

From Statistical Software to Literary Feats: Millicent’s career as a public health veterinarian and epidemiologist began at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. After days filled with pathogens and outbreaks, the nights belonged to whispered tales of microbes dancing in her imagination. Upon retirement, her passion for storytelling blossomed into the MayaVerse, https://drmayamaguire.com/.

Awards and Accolades: Millicent’s talent has not gone unnoticed. She snagged the Best Play award in the literary magazine “Synkroniciti.” A short story in her “Microbial Mysteries” collection was recognized by the Arizona Mystery Writers with an Honorable Mention.

Writer Service: Millicent is a major fan of writer critique groups, including a current one with three other indie Sisters in Crime series authors. She’s newly elected to the Sisters in Crime Grand Canyon Writers board and facilitates the Mysteries and More Marketing Network. Previously, she served as Secretary for the Burlington (Vermont) Writers Workshop and has led numerous writer discussions and classes through BWW and other organizations.

Life Beyond the Microscope: Millie’s roots stretch across the Southwest. She cherishes family trips to Arizona, where cacti whisper secrets and ancient rocks hold forgotten stories. Fate led her to the green hills of Vermont where she resides with her daughter, Lian. Lian, adopted from China, embodies resilience and wonder—the essence of Maya Maguire.

Follow the Clues: Millicent Eidson’s life is a tapestry of science, suspense, and storytelling. Her microbes may be microscopic, but her impact on readers is immeasurable. Dive into her world, and you’ll find that even the tiniest organisms can harbor the grandest secrets.

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book sheets

These are links to one-page (two-sided) pdfs about each book, suitable for the press or book clubs. Each includes a photo of the book cover, a short summary of the book, Q & A for book clubs, contact information, and follow-up links. For additional details on each publication, go to the NOVELS and SHORTS tabs.