Favorite Handbag and Book welcomes author Wendy Kendall: A Tough Question: What is Your Favorite Handbag? and her book

  

About the Handbag:

Toughest question – what's your favorite handbag? The amateur sleuth of my cozy mysteries is a purse designer because I adore purses. For today's blog, I reveled in a review of my large collection that includes vintage purses as old as 19^th century, and more through the decades to contemporary. Some of my favorites are because they belonged to great-great-grandmothers, and there's my mother's favorites, I treasure my first purse, fun memories of purses I bought at the Little Rock, Arkansas Esse Purse Museum, designer bags, homemade bags, and more. Decisions, decisions.

Today I'm sharing with you a delightful, contemporary favorite. Have you discovered Nicole Lee? My first view of Nicole Lee handbags was in Las Vegas where I saw a lady carrying a bag I fell in love with at first sight. Of course, I complimented her purse. Don't you always notice other's purses and compliment those that captivate you? I gushed over her colorful bag, and the vivacious woman pictured on the front. That encounter led me in purse-suit of Nicole Lee handbags online, and I've purchased several, including a fabulous briefcase for work.

This beauty sits 8 1/2” tall and 14 1/2” wide. It opens 3” wide. My Nicole Lee flower girl is fun to carry all seasons. You can see that the sides do zipper up if wanted, and that artfully alters the shape of the silhouette. The back panel is plain black patent leather, with an outside zippered pocket across the middle. That's a handy spot for a cell phone, and keys, and other need-in-a-flash items.

The roomy inside has a fun, big polka dot lining. I love that because instead of a dark interior, it's light and so I can more easily find what I'm looking for. On one side there are two deep pockets, and across from it a big zippered pocket. There's also a key leash that's quite handy. It all has a smooth, easy zippered closure.

Handbags are practical, and fun. They reflect personality traits of the women who carry them, and across the decades they reflect women's herstory. So, tell us - what's your favorite handbag?

About the Book:

Kat Out of the Bag – From designer bags to body bags

When celebrated purse designer Katherine Watson hosts a gala for her Purse-onality Women's History museum, she never expected the next day's headline to read: Murder at the Gala Premiere. 

Working to solve the murder, Katherine matches wits with local cop Jason Holmes and his K-9 partner, Hobbs. Although Holmes and Watson disagree often, they discover an undeniable attraction building between them. They'll have to put their feelings on hold and focus on solving the murder before Katherine becomes the killer's next knockoff.

 

About the Author:

The result of Wendy Kendall's passion for purses, mystery and romance is an intriguing In Purse-Suit mysteries series.  Kat Out of the Bag introduces Katherine Watson purse designer/sleuth, investigating murder as she moves from designer bags to body bags. The prequel, Purse-Stachio Makes A Splash delves into a chilling cold case. The romantic suspense, Snow Kiss Cookies To Die For creates an intriguing tangle of mystery and love. Her 2022 release, Cherry Shakes In The Park blends danger, divas, and frothy summer delights. Wendy enjoys the Pacific Northwest life and time with her two adult sons. She's a blogger, YouTube podcaster, speaker, project manager, and syndicated columnist. Just wait until you see what Katherine Watson and her friends in Bayside face next in the series.

Answer these questions:

Red, White or Blue? Red has always been my favorite color. So vibrant, outstanding, and beautiful shades from bright to burgundy

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter? Definitely love the heat and sun of summer. This summer my new book Cherry Shakes in the Park releases and reflects my love of this delightful season.

Cake or Pie? Cake is my favorite dessert, especially those with sweet frosting.

Coffee, Tea, or Champagne? I love the treat of champagne, but my all day go-to is tea. I indulge in all kinds of tea blends from all over the world. If forced to pick one favorite I'd say a London Fog. I prefer hot tea to iced tea, and I also like making sun tea in the summer.

Country music or Michael Buble? Another hard choice, but I do have a preference for crooner Michael.

Pencil or Pen? Pen. I love all pens including fountain pens, although I can't use those. I'm lefthanded and so I smear the ink with a fountain pen. I have a pair of fountain pens that stand up in silver stands that have great sentimental value since my father gave them to me when I won the middle grade writing contest. They're just for decoration and inspiration though.

 

Find Out More at:

Find Kat Out of the Bag at: Vendor

Find Wendy Kendall at: Website