Thrilled with this review from @PublishersWkly

I chatted with my amazing narrator Devon Sorvari about #TheStoryThatWouldntDie. I asked which character, other than my main character Jolene, she really enjoyed. Devon's answer surprised me! @MinotaurBooks #books #fiction #mystery

Some personal news, this week I was laid off after 4 years at Eventbrite. I'm using this sign to finally launch my full-time freelance writing (20%)/consulting (80%) business after a decade of side hustling. Please hire me to market, write, & edit things! sophievershbow.com/consultin…

Thank you @FlinnFoundation for hosting @spjphx Regional Conference and @azcentral for showing us your new home! I spotted @robertanglen working hard on Friday night. 📝#spjphxconference2026

I finally met the man behind a pivotal scene in the Phoenix based mystery novel Off the Air! @WindyCitySlider Owner Bob Pappanduros is as friendly in-person as he is in the book. Thank you for the delicious dog and crispy fries!

I can’t wait to moderate a conversation with the legendary @JAJance at @TFOB at @uarizona this Saturday, March 14! Her Ali Reynolds series planted the seed for my writing. 📚 Who’s coming? #books

I’m not exaggerating when I say it took years to get this group together! I worked at @abc15 three different times and these incredible people were with me for the first ride as I adjusted from Midwest living to the Sonoran Desert. ❤️❤️❤️

Mark your calendars for March 14! I'm moderating a can't-miss panel at @TFOB with three incredible mystery authors: J.A. Jance @JAJance Linda Castillo @LindaCastillo11 Elle Cosimano @ElleCosimano See you at @uarizona! #tucsonfestivalofbooks #mysteryauthors #crimefiction

Bringing THE STORY THAT WOULDN'T DIE to @TFOB! My main character is a reporter who won't let a story go—even when it puts her life at risk. If you've ever wondered what really happens behind the scenes in a newsroom, come find me at the festival! #TheStoryThatWouldntDie

Books under the sun. Conversations in every corner. @TFOB is one of my favorite events, bringing in 100s of authors from across the country 100,000 visitors. It's powered mostly by volunteers—people who love connecting authors and readers. See you in Tucson!

Thrilled to be heading to the @TFOB! This free festival brings together hundreds of authors and thousands of book lovers on the beautiful @uarizona campus on March 14 and 15. I'll be moderating a powerhouse panel AND appearing on two other panels. More details coming soon!

If you know a Kindle lover, please share the news! #mystery #books @MinotaurBooks

“We grew up together, Phoenix and I,” Talton wrote in his first column in The Republic. “It is my root and my touchstone.”

Thank you @arizonapbs for including The Story That Wouldn't Die in your winter reading list! @MinotaurBooks azpbs.org/2026/01/winter-rea…

Thank you @TucsonStar for including The Story That Wouldn't Die among Best Books! 🥰 "This is the second outing for author Christina Estes’s quick-witted amateur sleuth, and its lively authenticity, brisk dialogue and clever plotting do not disappoint." tucson.com/life-entertainmen…

This marked the final formal council meeting for @cityofphoenixaz Manager Jeff Barton. After 26 years of service to Phoenix residents, he’s retiring. Jeff Barton is a man of faith, family and integrity and will be greatly missed. When COVID-19 hit, Jeff guided us by remaining calm, compassionate and always honest. Jeff has earned something rare in public life - genuine respect across every political perspective. Fiscal conservatives, progressives and moderates trust him. Jeff, is leaving Phoenix stronger, more transparent, and more prepared for what comes next. Thank you, Jeff!

Nice stickers, @RecordersOffice !

Thrilled to be part of Phoenix Public Library's Local Author Fair on Saturday, November 8! Dozens of local authors across all genres will be at Burton Barr Central Library from 11-am to 2pm. Stop by and say hello! #ReadLocal #supportlocal #Phoenix

In the words of the Christmas Queen @MariahCarey “It’s time!”For @999kez fans, the holiday music starts Monday! As you can tell from the first page, it’s a great time to read #TheStoryThatWouldntDie @MinotaurBooks #fiction #mystery #books