Category Archives: Writing

Blog Author Interview — Wise Words

I was featured today on a wonderful book blog: Wise Words   This blog features authors in the spotlight, interviews, and guest posts.  It’s all about books! You can read my interview here: Author Jennifer Chase   

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What Makes a Terrifying Villain?

Why serial killers?  I’ve been asked this question many times about my thrillers.  Why write about serial killers?  The very words “serial killer” scares me.  It conjures up images of a madman wielding an ax coming after me in the dead … Continue reading

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Never-Ending Paperwork of Book Promotion

I’ve received many questions over the past year in regard to marketing a novel and the best way to go about it.  It’s simple and complicated.  How’s that for an answer?  No doubt the Internet has made it easier and … Continue reading

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Out & About Magazine — June Issue

The June issue of Out & About Magazine has hit the stands.  It’s a local magazine on and around the Monterey Bay, California.  You can also view it online: Out & About Magazine I write a monthly column for book … Continue reading

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How Long Does it Take to Write a Novel?

This is a good question.  It’s a solid, straight to the point question about writing.   It’s a question I’ve been asked quite a bit lately.   How long does it take to write a novel?  I’ve heard answers from it takes … Continue reading

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Behavioral Patterns of Homicide and Writing Crime Fiction

Criminal homicide is divided by statute: murder in the first degree, murder in the second degree, and manslaughter.  The corpus delicti  (the objective proof that a crime has been committed) of homicide must include these three elements:  an evidentiary showing … Continue reading

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Boosting Creativity for Writing Crime Fiction

Writing is tough work, but at the same time it’s a bug that I can’t seem to shake.  I can’t imagine my life without it even with all of its challenges.  I budget my time for writing projects, promotion, clients, … Continue reading

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