Category Archives: Writing

What Happens When a Crime Writer is Dropped Into the Country?

Posted on December 23, 2011 by jchasenovelist

Once upon a time… about five years ago, I moved to a country location near the California coastline.  Please note that I’ve never lived in the country or any “rural” area before.  Basically, I’m a city girl that loves structured … Continue reading →

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BOOK GIVEAWAY! Emily Stone Thriller Package!

Posted on December 18, 2011 by jchasenovelist

What’s everyone so excited about?  There’s a new Emily Stone Thriller – Dark Mind.  Yes, my kick ass serial killer hunter heroine is back and she’s taking names.  Beware! Grand Prize Winner: Receives an autographed copy of Dark Mind, a cool … Continue reading →

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Memorable Supporting Characters are Extremely Important

Posted on December 17, 2011 by jchasenovelist

A good supporting character is like a great sidekick that can breathe new life into the story.  I can think of so many great buddy movies that have great sidekicks and memorable supporting characters like Butch & Sundance (awesome buddy … Continue reading →

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Fan or Stalker?

Posted on December 9, 2011 by jchasenovelist

I’ve decided to lighten things up a bit from murders, serial killers, and the deepest recesses of the criminal mind to tell you about another disturbing tale a little closer to home. I’ve had a “real life” stalker before, in … Continue reading →

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Out & About Magazine — December 2011

Posted on December 5, 2011 by jchasenovelist

It’s that time again!  The December Issue of Out & About Magazine has hit the stands.  This year has flown by at lightening speed! I’ve really enjoyed writing a book review and crime safety tip column this year.  This month … Continue reading →

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Guest Post by Author Jason McKinney — The Animals that Inspire Us

Posted on November 25, 2011 by jchasenovelist

I love animals. In my family, over the course of thirteen years of marriage and three children, we’ve had a total of four dogs, fourteen cats and three gerbils. We’ve even played host to a field mouse once and my … Continue reading →

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Available Now! DARK MIND An Emily Stone Thriller

Posted on November 21, 2011 by jchasenovelist

    DARK MIND A Serial Killer Plagues an Island Paradise Vigilante detective Emily Stone continues her covert pursuits to find serial killers and child abductors, all under the radar while shadowing police investigations. Emily searches for an abducted nine-year-old … Continue reading →

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