Grafton County Series
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Behind-the-Scenes of HALOED
While drafting my new psychological thriller, HALOED, I was teaching a serial killer course. To prepare for week three I dove deep into the mind, motivation, and crimes of Israel Keyes. I’d drawn…
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Play Dead
Thanatosis or tonic immobility is the term used to describe the tactic of playing dead. Many animals use tonic immobility for various reasons. Some play dead to lure in potential prey, others play…
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How To Investigate Serial Murder
Active serial murder investigations present many challenges to law enforcement, according to the FBI. Some of the pressures include public outcry, the media, law enforcement management, and the frustration of investigators at not being…
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Haunted House: Crime Writer’s Research Trip
As I mentioned in my previous post, I went to a reported haunted house for research. I’m now racing toward the finish line for RACKED and edits come back for SILENT MAYHEM tomorrow…
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What is Adipocere or Corpse Wax?
After deciding to use a specific decomposition process in my WIP, I called my consultant at the Grafton County Medical Examiner’s. I hadn’t spoken to her in a while. Our last conversation wound…
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Writing Tips, Editing Tips, Perseverance, and More on Dying Words
Garry was crazy kind enough to invite me back to the Dying Words blog for a fun talk. We discuss writing tips, characterization, POV, the Oxford comma, self-editing, SCATHED, and lots more. Hop…
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The Inspiration Behind SCATHED May Surprise You
Writers never know when the seed of a story idea will take root. In this post I’ll share a behind-the-scenes look at my new psychological thriller, SCATHED, and what lead to the premise.…
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One Word Separates Us From Psychopaths: Writer
Real life offers inspiration when we least expect it. That moment can also be awkward, especially if you forget to mention one crucial distinction between you and a psychopath: the word writer. A…
