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The Last Picks
Expanded Universe
All the other stuff.
Expanded Universe is a collection of short stories from The Last Picks. It includes the
“Engineered Public Confession”
A glimpse into Dash’s life before his move to Hastings Rock.
“Mystery of the Week”
Someone steals Dash’s ice cream cone, and things…escalate.
“New Neighbors”
Dash adjusts to his new life in Hastings Rock—and to his budding friendship with Deputy Bobby.
“Friends on the Force”
Taking advantage of a local perk, Dash does a ride-along with his favorite deputy.
“Thanksgiving Episode”
On Dash’s first Thanksgiving with his new friends, things don’t go quite as planned.
“It Runs in the Family”
Dash’s sister arrives for an unexpected—and unwelcome—visit.
“Sheep in Sheep’s Clothing”
Bobby is most definitely not perfect. But why is it so hard to prove it?
“Chekhov’s Wig”
A box of stolen wigs. Jewel thieves on the run. What could go wrong?
“Birthday Beginning”
The Last Picks are determined to make Keme’s birthday a memorable one.
“The Odd Couple”
Dash and Keme might not be the original odd couple, but they’re odd enough.
“Home for the Holidays”
It’s Dash and Bobby’s first Christmas together. They manage to make it interesting.
“Good Cop, Bad Cop”
When Dash discovers someone is stealing Keme’s lunch, he’s determined to help. He’s just a little too late.
“Insufferable Geniuses”
Dash and Fox share the highs and lows of the artistic temperament.
“Found Family”
The Last Picks celebrate Keme’s graduation.
“Skip to the End”
Dash and Bobby celebrate their big day.
Please note that the first fourteen stories were distributed previously in various formats.
“Skip to the End” is exclusively available in this collection.
Expanded Universe is a collection of short stories from The Last Picks. It includes the
“Engineered Public Confession”
A glimpse into Dash’s life before his move to Hastings Rock.
“Mystery of the Week”
Someone steals Dash’s ice cream cone, and things…escalate.
“New Neighbors”
Dash adjusts to his new life in Hastings Rock—and to his budding friendship with Deputy Bobby.
“Friends on the Force”
Taking advantage of a local perk, Dash does a ride-along with his favorite deputy.
“Thanksgiving Episode”
On Dash’s first Thanksgiving with his new friends, things don’t go quite as planned.
“It Runs in the Family”
Dash’s sister arrives for an unexpected—and unwelcome—visit.
“Sheep in Sheep’s Clothing”
Bobby is most definitely not perfect. But why is it so hard to prove it?
“Chekhov’s Wig”
A box of stolen wigs. Jewel thieves on the run. What could go wrong?
“Birthday Beginning”
The Last Picks are determined to make Keme’s birthday a memorable one.
“The Odd Couple”
Dash and Keme might not be the original odd couple, but they’re odd enough.
“Home for the Holidays”
It’s Dash and Bobby’s first Christmas together. They manage to make it interesting.
“Good Cop, Bad Cop”
When Dash discovers someone is stealing Keme’s lunch, he’s determined to help. He’s just a little too late.
“Insufferable Geniuses”
Dash and Fox share the highs and lows of the artistic temperament.
“Found Family”
The Last Picks celebrate Keme’s graduation.
“Skip to the End”
Dash and Bobby celebrate their big day.
Please note that the first fourteen stories were distributed previously in various formats.
“Skip to the End” is exclusively available in this collection.
- GenresContemporaryLGBTFiction
339 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 29, 2025
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About the author
Gregory Ashe
135 books1,788 followersI'm a long-time Midwesterner. I've lived in Chicago, Bloomington (IN), and Saint Louis, my current home. Aside from reading and writing (which take up a lot of my time), I'm an educator.
While I enjoy reading across many genres, my two main loves are mystery and speculative fiction. I used to keep a list of favorite books, but it changes so frequently that I've given up. I'm always looking for recommendations, though, so please drop me a line if you have something in mind!
My big goal right now is one day to be responsible enough to get a dog.
While I enjoy reading across many genres, my two main loves are mystery and speculative fiction. I used to keep a list of favorite books, but it changes so frequently that I've given up. I'm always looking for recommendations, though, so please drop me a line if you have something in mind!
My big goal right now is one day to be responsible enough to get a dog.
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Review of advance copy received from Author
December 29, 2025 defines the end of a (cozy) era. Because these books have been coming out consistently since last year, it’s also been a time marker of sorts for me. So when I say seeing the release date of the short story collection gave a little shock to the system, that’s the truth. I’m in disbelief, but glad and oh so grateful it’s been a constant, warm hug in the chaos of recent times.
I’ll miss them dearly! (Sobs over the title of the final short story 🥹)
I’ll miss them dearly! (Sobs over the title of the final short story 🥹)
December 29, 2025
Que agridulce es despedir The Last Picks (por ahora... ?). Esta saga pasó a ser mi favorita de cozy mystery.
Es una mezcla con tanto buenos elementos: de por sí Gregory sabe escribir muy bien, y hay que sumarle un protagonista que amas desde la primera página, y amas de igual forma su found family (Keme, Indira, Fox, Millie y Bobby), y tiene un romance que comienza no de la forma más fácil pero que florece en una historia hermosa, y además hay una ambientación que me encanta y misterios entretenidos con su dosis de drama y momentos de infarto. Lo disfruté de principio a fin.
Recuerdo que para los primeros libros (con Dash y Bobby en ese slow romance desesperante) hice una maratón en la que casi no dormí por 3 días jajaja así de atrapada estaba. Y este final es perfecto.
Las historias extras las había leído casi todas porque el autor las manda al newsletter (sugiero inscribirse), así que solo me faltan leer un par. Por sobre todo quería leer la última historia extra y obviamente lloré. De emoción y felicidad. Las palabras de Dash y Bobby fueron la promesa perfecta. Así que aquí me veo secandome las lagrimas gracias a otra fabulosa saga por parte de Gregory Ashe.
"And before everything else, Bobby, you were my friend.
Before everything else, he investigated you for murder!"
Es una mezcla con tanto buenos elementos: de por sí Gregory sabe escribir muy bien, y hay que sumarle un protagonista que amas desde la primera página, y amas de igual forma su found family (Keme, Indira, Fox, Millie y Bobby), y tiene un romance que comienza no de la forma más fácil pero que florece en una historia hermosa, y además hay una ambientación que me encanta y misterios entretenidos con su dosis de drama y momentos de infarto. Lo disfruté de principio a fin.
Recuerdo que para los primeros libros (con Dash y Bobby en ese slow romance desesperante) hice una maratón en la que casi no dormí por 3 días jajaja así de atrapada estaba. Y este final es perfecto.
Las historias extras las había leído casi todas porque el autor las manda al newsletter (sugiero inscribirse), así que solo me faltan leer un par. Por sobre todo quería leer la última historia extra y obviamente lloré. De emoción y felicidad. Las palabras de Dash y Bobby fueron la promesa perfecta. Así que aquí me veo secandome las lagrimas gracias a otra fabulosa saga por parte de Gregory Ashe.
"And before everything else, Bobby, you were my friend.
Before everything else, he investigated you for murder!"
December 31, 2025
Beautiful.
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