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Do Crows Understand Recursion?
Crows are notoriously clever, and some of the smartest animals in the Natural World. Now, a new study suggests their grasp of a complex cognitive principle is better than that of macaques and…
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Animals Who Solved Murders
Not all heroes wear capes. Some don fur or feathers. Let’s delve into the wonderful world of animal superheroes who solved their human’s murder. Bud, the African Grey Parrot A 20-year-old African Grey…
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Release Day! Savage Mayhem
Thanks to all my friends & partners on Story Empire, Savage Mayhem had an amazing book tour. At many stops, I shared an excerpt. At others, I chatted about why I focused on…
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Human vs. Animal Eyes
The differences between human and animal eyes are just as interesting as the similarities. Eye shape can transcend class of animal, eyeballs don’t always align with body size, and pupils come in a…
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15 Fun Facts About Turkeys and Thanksgiving
Impress your holiday guests with these fun facts about turkeys and Thanksgiving. I had a blast compiling these. Hope you enjoy them! 15: Only Male Turkeys Gobble Male turkeys are called “gobblers” because…
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Why One Writer Switched Into New Genre
If you write in the same genre for years, making the switch into a new genre isn’t easy. I could’ve played it safe and continued to write psychological thrillers, but I reached a…
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What is an Eco-Thriller?
When we write in a certain genre, we assume readers will know what we’re talking about. With so many genres and sub-genres these days, it’s an unfair assumption and one I’ve continued to…
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Why Don’t Wild Animals Get Lost?
Have you ever wondered how birds follow their migration route or how sea turtles find their way back to their birthplace? After all, sea turtles spend twelve years at sea before they return…
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Polar Bears and Tracking Mayhem
Polar bears are fascinating animals that roam across the Arctic, but they’re a lot more faceted than the adorable faces portrayed in children’s books and on Coke commercials. While researching these amazing animals,…
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The Neighbourhood Watch by @Sgc58
While I obsess over every tiny detail of the next Mayhem book (releases within two weeks), I’ve got a special treat for you. My guest needs no formal introduction. The amazing Sally Cronin…