With Valentine’s Day just a few days away, it’s a fitting time to take a look at love as a motive in crime fiction. Anyone who has ever been in love knows even the best relationships come with those “I dream of stabbing you with a kitchen knife” moments, so it’s no wonder that… Continue Reading Love as a Motive in Crime Fiction »
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We’ve all read mystery novels that seem to plod along endlessly, going into explicit detail about every irrelevant fact as we slog our way through in hopes of finding out whodunnit. Then there are those thrillers that end without warning – leaving us with more questions than answers. Finding the right length for your… Continue Reading Finding the right length for your crime fiction novel »
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The weather outside is frightful, and much of the country has greeted 2015 with record breaking lows. What a great time to curl up by the fireplace with a good mystery novel! Trade your case of winter blues for a case that will have you turning the pages with a sizzling mystery set in… Continue Reading Beat the winter blues with a mystery set in a tropical location »
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The season of holiday travel is upon us, and whoever coined the phrase “It’s not the destination, it’s the journey” was never sandwiched between two large men on a 747 while it bounced around like a kernel in a popcorn maker. No matter how you’re travelling this holiday season, just remember: It could be… Continue Reading Travel nightmare mysteries and thrillers »
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Whether you’re trying to come up with a topic for your next blog post or you’re trying to figure out what comes next in the Lou Mason series, it’s inevitable that a writer will eventually struggle with a bout of writer’s block. Always frustrating and sometimes downright infuriating, writer’s block can be a sign… Continue Reading Overcoming writer’s block »
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Happy Thanksgiving! The holiday season has officially begun, and while all the parties and family gatherings are fun, you may find yourself with little time to read your favorite crime fiction novel. After all, it’s hard to get wrapped up in a suspense thriller waiting in line at the mall. Instead, put that riveting… Continue Reading Crime fiction short stories for holiday reading »
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It’s November, and that means it’s officially is National Novel Writing Month! Whether you’re a published mystery novelist or you’re trying to break into crime fiction writing, this inspirational program is the perfect opportunity to put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard!) and get writing. With plenty of organized activities and resources, this… Continue Reading National Novel Writing Month »
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Writing a crime fiction novel – or any novel – is no easy feat, and even successful published authors work to hone their craft and improve their skills. Luckily, there are lots of resources to help, from free seminars to workshops to full-fledge classes that will help you improve everything from grammar to plot… Continue Reading Become a better crime fiction writer »
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It was 50 years ago that Ruth Rendell introduced Inspector Wexford to the world, and she’s been making waves in the world of crime fiction ever since. Both a prolific author and sitting member in Britain’s House of Lords for the Labour Party, Rendell mixes compelling crime storylines with social and political commentary and… Continue Reading Celebrating Ruth Rendell’s contributions to crime fiction »
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Summer is almost over – and if you missed out on a great summer vacation, there’s still time for one last hurrah over Labor Day week. These crime fiction titles will take you away from it all and transport you around the world! If you’re all caught up on the Alex Stone series and… Continue Reading Last Ditch Summer Crime Fiction Escapes »
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