Tag Archives: compulsion

Triple the Thrillers with a Boxed Set!

Posted on November 1, 2013 by jchasenovelist

In celebration of the 5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY since the first published Emily Stone Thriller, I’ve just released the EMILY STONE THRILLERS Boxed Set.  I’m very excited to offer this to readers.  It includes the first three novels in the series … Continue reading →

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I Took a Walk in a Graveyard at One of California’s Most Haunted Locations

Posted on October 24, 2013 by jchasenovelist

Curiosity persuaded me.  Inquisitiveness overpowered me.  These feelings called out, or rather screamed out, to my writer’s imagination.  I just had to stop and take some photographs of this particular spot at San Miguel Mission, which gave me the opportunity … Continue reading →

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Exploring Four Types of Serial Killers

Posted on October 19, 2013 by jchasenovelist

In my Emily Stone Thriller Series, the tough heroine Emily Stone goes up against ruthless and  diabolical serial killers.  In Dead Game, Samuel uses his unique signature as a voyeuristic serial killer to commit his crimes.  I created Samuel to be … Continue reading →

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Curious About the 31 Things Frightening to a Criminologist?

Posted on October 8, 2013 by jchasenovelist

It’s that time again. It’s the scariest month of the year with Halloween fast approaching.  The chills are chasing me.  I thought I’d keep up with my yearly tradition and post what actually scares a criminologist and crime fiction author.  … Continue reading →

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A High-Tech Voyeuristic Serial Killer in a DEAD GAME

Posted on September 27, 2013 by jchasenovelist

An Award Winning Emily Stone Thriller Saturday 1800 Hours The room was entirely black.  There were special window coverings that didn’t allow a trace of light to enter from any other natural or unnatural sources.  Windows, doors, or other rooms … Continue reading →

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Think Like a Crime Scene Detective

Posted on August 29, 2013 by jchasenovelist

There is a big division in the aptly labeled type of writer called plotter or pantser when it comes to writing a novel.  I make no bones about it, I’m a plotter.  Yep, I admit it.  I outline my stories, … Continue reading →

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The Story Begins…

Posted on August 26, 2013 by jchasenovelist

The EMILY STONE SERIES wasn’t something that I initially planned in the beginning – at least not consciously anyway.  In fact, I was planning on some spinoff stories with some of the other characters.  I guess it’s safe to say … Continue reading →

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