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Confrontation with a Violent Sociopath Compelled Me to Pursue Criminology

Posted on January 18, 2014 by jchasenovelist

As I look back in my life, I reflect and smile. It is interesting how certain situations can shape our decisions and ultimately the outcome of our lives. I have been blessed with many things, even the bad incidents. I … Continue reading →

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Resolutions for Readers and Writers

Posted on December 31, 2013 by jchasenovelist

The end of the year has come upon us once again. If you are like me you probably are saying to yourself, “Wow, this year went by really fast!” You said this last year as well, of course, but this … Continue reading →

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Guest Post: Will a Conveniently Placed Item Stop a Bullet by Benjamin Sobieck

Posted on December 19, 2013 by jchasenovelist

I thought a very interesting and thought-provoking crime article from friend and author Benjamin Sobieck would be a perfect post today — being Thriller Thursday and all. Enjoy! *** Will a Conveniently Placed Item Stop a Bullet? by Benjamin Sobieck … Continue reading →

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The Thankfulness of a Writer

Posted on November 26, 2013 by jchasenovelist

I know that many of the readers who follow this blog are fellow writers, and I thank you for your support as we all pursue the craft that we love. With that in mind and in light of the Thanksgiving … 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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Choose Your Words Carefully

Posted on July 30, 2013 by jchasenovelist

When you’re writing about a special moment in a novel, such as a harrowing escape or a tender love scene, do you write whatever moods strikes you or do you choose your words carefully? In other words, do you wrangler … Continue reading →