Soho Crime Presents: The Lineup is a virtual event series brought to you by publisher Soho Crime featuring live conversations with mystery and thriller authors. Attendees will have access to signed bookplates and other exclusive items available with the purchase of any featured book from our independent bookstore partner, Mystery to Me.
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JuLY 23, 2025 • 1pm CT / 2pm ET
Eli Cranor
in conversation with John T. Edge
Eli Cranor heads back to the football field in his new novel Mississippi Blue 42 which follows FBI Special Agent Rae Johnson as she investigates illicit money flowing into a bustling football program and the death of the star quarterback. Join Eli and host of SEC Network's TrueSouth John T. Edge for a special preview event of the first installment of a big-hearted new crime series.
RSVP for Eli's Lineup live even on July 23 for a chance to win the deluxe The Mississippi Blue 42 Ultimate Tailgate Prize Pack [sponsored by Soho Crime].*
Featuring a NOMAD® Grill and Smoker, custom coozie set, author-signed football, and more! See more details below.
*No purchase necessary. 18+. Void where prohibited. US only, excluding residents of Rhode Island. 1 prize will be awarded to a randomly selected entrant. Total approximate retail value (ARV) is $800. Complete entry rules and guidelines are available here.
BOOKS FEATURED IN THE LINEUP


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