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Fine Line between Thriller and Horror Genres

Posted on March 2, 2011 by jchasenovelist

I have been told my books are scary and that there is a horror quality to them because of the serial killers.  I never really thought about how thriller and horror genres sometimes blend their boundaries.  Traditionally, when I think … Continue reading →

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One of Time Magazine’s Best Inventions in 2008 – Enhanced Fingerprints

Posted on February 22, 2011 by jchasenovelist

  There are so many really cool things that make Time Magazine’s top 50 inventions every year.  For example in 2010, there was the solar shingle, bladeless fan, wooden bones, and the world’s fastest (steam powered) car.  An amazing fingerprint enhancement … Continue reading →

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Would You Walk Through This Gate at Night by Yourself?

Posted on February 15, 2011 by jchasenovelist

How much would it take for you to walk through this gate at night – alone?  As I mentioned in previous articles, I’m a very visual person and many things can actually trigger storylines and chapters.  I can be driving … Continue reading →

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New Forensic Technique to Help Catch Sexual Offenders

Posted on February 5, 2011 by jchasenovelist

  “If condom lubricant can be detected in fingermarks it would improve the evidence for prosecution by establishing the assailants present at the scene and, crucially, having had contact with the condom.  This would enable forensic scientists to provide further … Continue reading →

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How Can Henna Help Catch Criminals?

Posted on January 21, 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 →

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2011 with a New Amazon Kindle

Posted on January 5, 2011 by jchasenovelist

I recently purchased an Amazon Kindle with the basic wi-fi version during the holiday.  I want to make it clear that I’m not a “techie” electronic-oriented person.  I love my physical books and I keep all of my electronic devices … Continue reading →

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Main Characters that Make a Lasting Impression

Posted on December 3, 2010 by jchasenovelist

Everyone has their favorite leading characters from movies and books.  I know that I seem to gravitate towards strong, no nonsense, kick butt female leads like Sarah Connor in the Terminator trilogy.  These characters make you cheer when they overcome … Continue reading →

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