Author Archives: jchasenovelist

About jchasenovelist

Published thriller author, criminologist, and blogger.

Cover Reveal & Pre-Order for LAST GIRLS ALIVE #Bookouture

Posted on July 9, 2020

It’s here! I can hardly believe that LAST GIRLS ALIVE, Detective Katie Scott Thriller, Book #4, is here for the cover reveal and Pre-order. Writing this book was somewhat of an adventure for me. I should say it was a … Continue reading →

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5 Writing Tips for Punching up Fight Scenes for any Genre

Posted on July 6, 2020

I love reading and writing action-oriented stories. It doesn’t matter if it’s a movie or book—I love all the action with fights, weapons, car chases, martial arts, or an old-fashioned shootout. It may sound easy enough to write, but you … Continue reading →

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Cool Police Tech: 6 Emerging Advancements

Posted on May 7, 2020

Technology has infiltrated just about every aspect of modern life. And the pace by which technology advances is beyond rapid. While new technology – in many instances – improves our lives, it simultaneously enhances the nefarious pursuits of criminals. So, … Continue reading →

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No Body, No Problem: Murder Convictions in Missing Persons Cases

Posted on March 31, 2020

The old Hollywood trope of “no body, no conviction” is usually accurate, but not always true. Generally, it is very difficult to prove the murder of a missing person. But, between the tenacity of investigators and the legal precedent of … Continue reading →

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Book Release Today! FLOWERS ON HER GRAVE: A Detective Katie Scott Thriller #Crime #Bookouture #ebook

Posted on March 24, 2020

Exciting news! The third installment for the Detective Katie Scott Series: FLOWERS ON HER GRAVE released today. This was a fun and challenging story to write. See what readers have to say about FLOWERS ON HER GRAVE. *** “A brilliantly … Continue reading →

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Epitome of Evil: 4 Killers Without Motive

Posted on February 28, 2020

As fans of crime fiction, we all know how important it is for murder investigators to understand a killer’s motive. But what if the killer was not a jealous lover, a greedy business partner or a vengeful ex? But rather, … Continue reading →

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Next Generation Threats: The Future of Crime and Crime-Stoppers

Posted on January 21, 2020

It’s the year 2020 – which means, the future is upon us. And, as we look back at the past 20 years, it is apparent that business, technology and cultural norms have rapidly evolved. So, it is no wonder that … Continue reading →

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