Guest Post | Joel Goldman | International Best Selling Crime Author

3 Great Crime Fiction Authors Like James Patterson

Posted September 30, 2013 by backupwp & filed under Guest Post.

A guest post by Kate Naylor Are you looking for authors similar to James Patterson? If so, you’re not alone. Genius as he is, he can only write one book at a time. And thrill-hungry audiences are always on the lookout for more of the same, whether it’s from his pen or someone else’s. I’ve… Continue Reading 3 Great Crime Fiction Authors Like James Patterson »

James Patterson’s Alex Cross Books in Order

Posted September 13, 2013 by backupwp & filed under Guest Post.

A guest post by Kate Naylor Like many great crime novels, James Patterson’s Alex Cross books can be read in any order. Each is a mini-masterpiece in itself. But if you want to make the most of the experience, it’s actually best to read them in the right order. That way you enjoy the subtleties… Continue Reading James Patterson’s Alex Cross Books in Order »

7 Best Suspense Novels of All Time

Posted July 29, 2013 by backupwp & filed under Guest Post.

A guest post by Kate Naylor One man’s meat is another man’s poison. One person loves a novel so much they buy it for all their friends, another consigns it to the rubbish bin (the trash can, for US readers!) in a fit of disgust before getting half way down the first page. Here are… Continue Reading 7 Best Suspense Novels of All Time »

Criminal injustice – Fatally flawed investigation tools

Posted February 11, 2013 by backupwp & filed under Guest Post.

I used to love Serpico, the series and movie based on Peter Maas’s excellent 1970s crime novel, one of my favourite all time thrillers. Back in his day the tools at a cop’s disposal were relatively basic with fingerprint analysis the star of the crime investigation show, a universe away from the sophisticated electronic noses… Continue Reading Criminal injustice – Fatally flawed investigation tools »

At the mercy of socks – The tyranny of inanimate objects

Posted January 30, 2013 by backupwp & filed under Guest Post.

Inspired by Joel’s post about the curious habits of inanimate objects, I decided to take a look at the habits of those that live and breed in our house. These real-life mysteries enrich our existence, delivering just enough weirdness to keep everyday perambulations nice and spicy. Like millions of British households, we’re at the mercy… Continue Reading At the mercy of socks – The tyranny of inanimate objects »

The rise of machine-tooled crime fiction?

Posted December 20, 2012 by backupwp & filed under Guest Post.

Computer-generated art is hitting the big time. As is computer-generated music. It’s controversial stuff. Some say it’s beautiful, others turn up their noses at masterpieces made by machines, created by analysing images and sounds to identify which best evoke human emotion. Does it pack an appropriate visual or aural punch? Because art and music are… Continue Reading The rise of machine-tooled crime fiction? »

Love, hate and loss – When characters live on after the final page

Posted November 13, 2012 by backupwp & filed under Guest Post.

I don’t mind admitting it. By the end of the latest book in Joel’s cracking crime fiction series I had a bit of a crush on Lou Mason. And yes, I am mildly jealous of his latest squeeze. Am I alone in my madness? Probably not. When an author creates a powerful, clear, rounded character

Fannies, bums, jugs, jam and jelly – Fun with US and UK English

Posted October 5, 2012 by backupwp & filed under Guest Post, Language.

A guest post from Kate Naylor Someone either very clever or very annoying once said that the USA and Britain are two nations separated by a common language. But do we really express ourselves so differently? Do language differences cause mayhem, chaos and confusion,

BONES OVER BRITAIN

Posted September 28, 2012 by Joel Goldman & filed under Guest Post.

Guest post from Stephen Gallagher www.joelgoldman.com/overlays/check-advance-online-loans.htm One of the great things about being a writer is getting to know other writers not only to appreciate their work and learn from them but also because writers make terrific friends. From time to time, I’m going to invite writer friends as guest bloggers to share

Write what you know? Or create what you can imagine?

Posted September 25, 2012 by backupwp & filed under Guest Post.

Writers love dialogue and the same is true for my blog. That’s why I love hearing from all of you and that’s why I’ve asked my good friend, Kate Naylor, to chime in as my guest blogger on topics near and dear to her heart. Not only do I appreciate her perspective as a woman… Continue Reading Write what you know? Or create what you can imagine? »