Monthly Archives: May 2016

Emily Stone’s Weaponry: Knife or Gun?

Posted on May 19, 2016 by jchasenovelist

I love asking Benjamin Sobieck questions about weapons–he is an incredible resource for weapons as well as a great writer. As I begin outlining the next two Emily Stone Thrillers, I have some decisions to make as far as her … Continue reading →

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INTUITION: An Underused Weapon to Fight Crime

Posted on May 10, 2016 by jchasenovelist

We all have had those moments in our lives where it seemed like a little inner voice told us to avoid a situation, change our decision, or take a completely different direction. That voice goes by many names (hunch, sixth … Continue reading →

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No Bones about Writing Bad Guys

Posted on May 2, 2016 by jchasenovelist

Originally posted on Author Jennifer Chase:
When I outline bad guys for my novels, it often reads like a police rap sheet and a psychological profile. I can’t overstate the effectiveness for research and outlining in fiction writing. There’s always…