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Rachel Ekstrom Courage returns with another Golden Girls Mystery

By Vanessa Ferguson,
Zoey Zara
Published July 9, 2026 at 3:20 PM CDT
Disney Publishing Worldwide

Death on the Lanai is the second cozy Golden Girls mystery written by Rachel Ekstrom Courage. She returns to Beyond the Mouse to speak with Vanessa and Zoey all about the process of writing this second book. They crew also discusses fan reaction the her first book, Murder by Cheesecake.

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Vanessa Ferguson
Vanessa was the Community Voices Production Coordinator at NPR Illinois from 2021-2025. She continues her passion for broadcasting as a co-host of the Beyond the Mouse podcast for the Front Row Network.
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Zoey Zara
Zoey Zara is a frequent contributor to Beyond the Mouse, a Disney-themed podcast where she shares her passion for all things Disney. She loves exploring the Disney Parks and offering tips from her adventures to help others make the most of their visits. A lifelong fan of Disney films, Zoey holds a special place in her heart for her favorite—Cinderella.
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