Category Archives: Writing

Writing as a Lone Wolf or Being a Part of the Pack

Posted on May 13, 2011 by jchasenovelist

As a writer, you have many options to consider besides what and how you’re going to write.  You can join a writing group, take a class, network with other writers online, bounce ideas off of your best friend, but ultimately … Continue reading →

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Police Ride-Alongs Jump Started My Research for Writing Crime Fiction

Posted on May 5, 2011 by jchasenovelist

One of the most exciting and rewarding experiences that I’ve had as a crime fiction writer was the opportunity to participate in a police ride-along.  I have observed patrol, K9, and detective investigative duties for various police agencies throughout the … Continue reading →

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Writing in the Moment…

Posted on April 28, 2011 by jchasenovelist

I recently discovered a new term “mindfulness” in my everyday life.  It basically means what it implies.  On one level it means paying attention to details of what’s going on around you at any given time, but on a much … Continue reading →

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Break Out of Writer’s Block or Stubborn Procrastination

Posted on April 25, 2011 by jchasenovelist

We’ve all been there.  I’ve never really experienced writer’s block, but procrastination isn’t far away for me on some of my writing days.  At times, it’s difficult to stay focused on my story because my mind wanders to other things … Continue reading →

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Life on the Beat as a K9 Officer

Posted on April 23, 2011 by jchasenovelist

As I researched the inner workings of K9 units for my latest novel Silent Partner, I realized that every police K9 officer I met (both active duty and retired) couldn’t express enough how rewarding the job was for them.  I … Continue reading →

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What Sends eBooks Flying Off Shelves?

Posted on April 21, 2011 by jchasenovelist

I read this great blog article about marketing eBooks from acclaimed writer, Robert W. Walker.  I’m reposting it on my blog because it’s filled with such great information.  Actually, I going to follow these instructions for my four eBooks to … Continue reading →

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Out & About Magazine – April Column

Posted on April 20, 2011 by jchasenovelist

Out & About Magazine – In the Valley & on the Coast – The South Bay’s Premiere Entertainment Guide. Book Reviews and Crime Tips by Local Award Winning Author and Criminologist Jennifer Chase.  Her book review of Tess Gerritsens’s Ice … Continue reading →

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