Monthly Archives: May 2011

Religious Leaders Advocate for Georgia Man on Death Row

As our forensic scientists continue to develop new technology that will aid in accurately identifying the perpetrators of violent acts, we can hope that the guilty will face the day of justice that they deserve and the innocent will remain … Continue reading

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Criminal Profiling – An Important Investigative Tool

In my first crime fiction novel Compulsion, Emily Stone’s love interest Detective Rick Lopez uses a form of profiling called a “Threshold Assessment”.  He carefully weighs the evidence from the serial homicide crime scenes, criminal behavior patterns, and victimology to … Continue reading

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Photography Sunday — Happy Mother’s Day

In honor of Mother’s Day today, I thought roses were appropriate.  I enjoy going to various nurseries around my area and I don’t forget my camera.  This particular garden has a wonderful area with a variety of roses growing on a … Continue reading

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Out & About Magazine — May Issue

Out & About Magazine – In the Valley & on the Coast – The South Bay’s Premiere Entertainment Guide.  You will find what’s going on around the Monterey Bay, South Bay, and inland areas.  Check it out, there’s something to do … Continue reading

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Spending a Day in the Garden

Today, I’m one of the featured artists in the garden for the Aromas Hills Artisans Country Garden Tour.  It’s a wonderful annual event that showcases all of the wonderful local artists (painters, photographers, sculptors, weavers, woodworkers, writers, etc.) in a … Continue reading

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DNA Links Murders from Thirty Years Ago to Serial Killer

The men and women who work in the field of forensic science are always discovering new ways to use available evidence and piece together clues that will bring criminals to justice.  What we are able to learn using DNA samples … Continue reading

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Police Ride-Alongs Jump Started My Research for Writing Crime Fiction

One of the most exciting and rewarding experiences that I’ve had as a crime fiction writer was the opportunity to participate in a police ride-along.  I have observed patrol, K9, and detective investigative duties for various police agencies throughout the … Continue reading

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