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Looking for Novel Clues Can Sometimes Find Hidden Treasure

Posted on November 19, 2012 by jchasenovelist

A little over a week ago, I made myself take a break to have a wonderful breakfast at the harbor (it was awesome) with my husband and we browsed a few stores afterward. Even with the e-book revolution, I still … Continue reading →

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Quirkiness of Writers Woven into Novels

Posted on October 2, 2012 by jchasenovelist

There is no doubt that the daily routine of a writer has its ups… and… downs. I keep my eye on the prize of completing another novel and really (and honestly), I try to enjoy the challenge of the journey. … Continue reading →

Posted in Writing | Tagged crime fiction, dark mind, emily stone series, forensic mystery, individual perspective, influencing writing, inspiration, jennifer chase author, mystery, quirkiness of writer, usinig perspective to write a novel, writing, writing a novel | 10 Comments

What’s Really Out There in the Dark?

Posted on August 27, 2012 by jchasenovelist

Fear is one of those ingrained emotions or feelings that affect everyone at one time or another in a lifetime. Fear drives us to do many things, to push us through the near impossible situations or to run and hide. … Continue reading →

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Plugging Into Reader Emotions

Posted on July 25, 2012 by jchasenovelist

When I began writing the Emily Stone Thriller Series, I didn’t stop to think about the emotions that I would try to engage from readers. In fact, originally, I didn’t even think about an entire series, but I pushed forward … Continue reading →

Posted in Dark Mind, Writing | Tagged cirme fiction, creating characters, emily stone series, evoking emotions, jennifer chase author, thriller, writing, writing a novel, writing scenes | 4 Comments

Who What How When Where and Why?

Posted on July 16, 2012 by jchasenovelist

When you’re writing an informative article, you want to incorporate all of these basic questions into the editorial. I remember many class assignments in my high school freshman English class and how these simple words came into play – it … Continue reading →

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Which Writing Tense Would You Choose?

Posted on June 22, 2012 by jchasenovelist

Writing a novel in past or present tense makes some people crazy. It seems when you stray from the standard mainstream way of novel writing, it causes an unsettling raucous among the people. Is there a wrong tense to write … Continue reading →

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Flash Fiction – Messages

Posted on June 13, 2012 by jchasenovelist

Every time I pass by, a new perception beckons me with curiosity and ambiguity. When the day becomes dark, the bubbles radiate with blue, green, and every magnificent shade of emerald, turquoise and aqua. Once popular, later passé, and now … Continue reading →