Tag Archives: crime fiction

Some Fun Stops in the Book Blog World

Posted on September 28, 2011 by jchasenovelist

I’ve been busy typing away on my newest book, Dark Mind.  It’s been a fun journey with some unexpected surprises along the way.  I will post more information about when and where the next Emily Stone novel will be out in … Continue reading →

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Putting all the Pieces Together to Write a Novel

Posted on September 23, 2011 by jchasenovelist

I love puzzles – especially jigsaw puzzles.  I just finished this beautiful, 1000-piece puzzle of Yosemite (shown above) with the help of my husband.  I find it relaxing and fun, and it takes my mind off of the current novel I’m … Continue reading →

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What’s the Bug Deal?

Posted on September 19, 2011 by jchasenovelist

One of the more interesting or perhaps creepy crawly facts about crime scene investigation is that forensic entomology is used more and more to help solve crimes.  This type of work within the crime scene condition is definitely not for … Continue reading →

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A Writer’s Basic Instinct of 20 Questions

Posted on September 16, 2011 by jchasenovelist

It’s time to lighten things up a bit and put all the thrills and chills of serial killers aside.  I’ve been busy working on a deadline for my third Emily Stone Novel, Dark Mind.  I thought it would be fun … Continue reading →

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No New Trial for Cleveland Strangler

Posted on September 13, 2011 by jchasenovelist

There is often a moment in the television crime dramas that I watch in which a police officer has an emotional discussion with the victim of a violent crime regarding the upcoming trial.  Olivia Benson from Law and Order: SVU, … Continue reading →

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What Does Forensic Science, Charles Manson, and a Black Labrador Retriever Have in Common?

Posted on September 12, 2011 by jchasenovelist

No, this isn’t the silly punch line for a joke.  I found a very interesting article that immediately captured my interest about three things that I study on a regular basis: forensics, serial killers, and Labrador retrievers.  Undisputed, Labrador retrievers … Continue reading →

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Out & About Magazine — September 2011

Posted on September 10, 2011 by jchasenovelist

It’s that time again! Out & About Magazine is available and full of great things to do in the valley and around the Monterey Bay area in California.  You don’t have to live here to enjoy great articles, recipes, theater, … Continue reading →

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