Tag Archives: author jennifer chase

Early Innovators of Forensic Science

Posted on June 6, 2011 by jchasenovelist

I find everything about the science of forensics to be extremely interesting. I can’t seem to shake my curious mind about how and why the various crime scene puzzles interlock and ultimately reveal the identity of the criminal. Descriptions like … Continue reading →

Posted in Criminology, Forensic | Tagged author jennifer chase, forensic science, hans gross, locards exchange principle, vidocq | 4 Comments

Photography Sunday — Maze of Clouds

Posted on June 5, 2011 by jchasenovelist

This photo was taken by a nearby harbor and beach. A storm was brewing and approaching fast, but the light through all the clouds was amazing. I felt it was more dramatic with black and white. Have a wonderful weekend!

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged author jennifer chase, emily stone series, photography, thrillers | Leave a comment

How Long Does it Take to Write a Novel?

Posted on June 3, 2011 by jchasenovelist

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 →

Posted in Writing | Tagged author jennifer chase, award winning dead game, novel, outline, writing, writing goals | Leave a comment

Back to Forensic Basics with the Body Farm

Posted on June 1, 2011 by jchasenovelist

Today’s post is not for the squeamish or faint of heart. The body farm refers to a research facility where human decomposition is studied in different settings, conditions, and environments. The invaluable research gains a more accurate understanding of the human … Continue reading →

Posted in Forensic | Tagged author jennifer chase, body farm, body temperature, death, death investigation, forensic, scientific | 1 Comment

Fingerprints — Important Piece of Evidence

Posted on May 31, 2011 by jchasenovelist

Fingerprints have been studied for uniqueness, identification and criminal importance for more than one hundred years. The significance of fingerprints and the criminal justice system can’t be undervalued; they can implicate the guilty by linking a criminal to the victim … Continue reading →

Posted in crime, Forensic | Tagged author jennifer chase, compulsion, crime scene, dead game, evidence, fingerprints | 3 Comments

Search Dogs Helping Find Victims in Joplin

Posted on May 30, 2011 by jchasenovelist

The stories that have been coming out of Joplin, Missouri over the past week have been heartbreaking, inspiring, and terrifying. As everyone knows, the city was struck by the deadliest tornado in United States history on May 22. As of … Continue reading →

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Photography Sunday — California Dreamin…

Posted on May 29, 2011 by jchasenovelist

I find myself drawn to the beaches in California year round. My camera captures the subtle changes of light, sky, and water. This particular day I couldn’t help but snap a few shots of a lone surfer walking down … Continue reading →