Monthly Archives: February 2012

5 Questions for Vigilante Detective Emily Stone

Posted on February 15, 2012 by jchasenovelist

I receive many questions about the heroine in my Emily Stone Thriller Series.  I thought it might be fun to ask her a few questions.  She was my inspiration and creation after a personal experience with a real psychopath.  But … Continue reading →

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Forensics in the News

Posted on February 13, 2012 by jchasenovelist

With the advancements in computer technology today, many improvements have been made in the law enforcement community for police related investigations.  The technology hasn’t caught up to the fascinating and lightening speeds of popular television shows, but nonetheless there are … Continue reading →

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Out & About Magazine — February 2012

Posted on February 12, 2012 by jchasenovelist

It’s that time again! Out and About Magazine has hit the stands in California and around the central coast. It’s filled with great articles and some fun things to see and do during the month of love.  It features the … Continue reading →

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Brave Georgia Girl Fights Off Would-Be Abductor

Posted on February 11, 2012 by jchasenovelist

My latest novel, Dark Mind, opens with the depiction of a girl who has been abducted and taken far from home as part of an international child sex trade operation.  As scary as that fictional account may be, real stories … Continue reading →

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Man Who Targeted Homeless Now Accused of Killing Family Friends

Posted on February 9, 2012 by jchasenovelist

Last month, I posted a piece about an assumed serial killer who was targeting homeless men in California.  Just a day after the article went up on my blog, the suspected murderer was arrested and identified as 23-year-old Itzcoatl Ocampo.  … Continue reading →

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Participating in the Fourth Writers’ Platform-Building Campaign

Posted on February 8, 2012 by jchasenovelist

Writers Rock!  I really mean it!  It’s been wonderful networking with people and meeting writers and readers alike.  I’m very excited to participate in the Fourth Writers’ Platform-Building Campaign hosted by Rachel Harrie.  I’m glad that I found Rachel Harries’ … Continue reading →

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Revved up and Writing to Go!

Posted on February 8, 2012 by jchasenovelist

There is nothing more exciting for a writer as when it’s time again to embark upon that novel journey.  I’ve been letting the writing juices simmer a bit before jumping into my new book, but now I’m rearing to go.  … Continue reading →

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