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Tag Archives: research
How Much Research is Essential for a Crime Thriller?
I love to conduct research. This can be a thorn in a writer’s side, but I really enjoy this part of the creative process. Just think about it… you learn something new every time you research. You can actually learn a … Continue reading
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Tagged author jennifer chase, compulsion, crime thriller, emily stone series, novels, research, writing
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The Real Story Behind the Novel…
It’s interesting how we can see things more clearly when we look back at events, how it shapes the present and even the future. Here’s the real story behind my recent thriller novel Silent Partner. Sometime during 2002, I had … Continue reading
Posted in Silent Partner, Writing
Tagged author jennifer chase, crime fiction, k9, readers favorite awards, research, silent partner
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Police Ride-Alongs Jump Started My Research for Writing Crime Fiction
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
Posted in Police, Writing
Tagged author jennifer chase, compulsion, police, research, ride along, silent partner
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Outlining Characters and Summary For a New Novel Project
As a writer, author, and criminologist, I find that I wear a variety of hats throughout my working day. Writing, editing, promotion, researcher, and expert are just to name a few. One of my favorite hats is when I’m beginning … Continue reading
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Tagged author and criminologist, author jennifer chase, characters, outline, research, summary, writing
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Basic Novel Outline Guidelines
Two of the most popular questions about writing novels I hear… How long does it take to write a novel and do you outline? Both are great questions, but answers vary from writer to writer. An average timeframe for writing … Continue reading
Posted in Writing
Tagged author jennifer chase, award winning author, brainstorming, outline, research, writing
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