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Thoughts on justice inspired by MAKING A MURDERER and SERIAL
A few years ago I was called for jury duty. Normally, I would have been thrilled. I would love to sit on a jury. I’m NOT EVEN JOKING. I believe, in most cases, I could be impartial. I could objectively … Continue reading
How Audio Books Saved My Life
Fifteen days into 2016, I thought I would check in about how I am doing with my resolutions. Because, let’s face it: usually, by this point I’ve dropped the ball and reverted back to all of my old habits. But … Continue reading
2015 Reflection…and Looking Ahead to a Creative 2016
Wow…another year ends! And what a year it has been. 2015 was a pretty major year for me creatively. Here are just a few of this year’s highlights: JANUARY: My 10-minute play CLOWN THERAPY is translated into Spanish and performed … Continue reading
Posted in Everything Else, Uncategorized, Writing
Tagged #YA Lit, 10-minute plays, 2015 reflection, creativity, happy new year, Nina Mansfield, Playwright, Swimming Alone, Writing, writing goals
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Marilyn Meredith on Inspiration
I am excited to welcome fellow mystery author Marilyn Meredith to Not Even Joking today. This might sound silly, but I am really inspired by what inspires others. I’m not even joking! That’s why I have been asking my guest … Continue reading
Posted in Guest Post, Uncategorized, Writing
Tagged author, inspiration, Marilyn Meredith, Mystery, Writing
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Killer Nashville Conference: Murder for Hire
I have written several times on this blog how much I love attending writing conferences. I was disappointed that I could not get to Killer Nashville this year. It’s one of those conferences that I have been hoping to go … Continue reading
Posted in Guest Post, Mystery Writing, Uncategorized, Writing
Tagged C. Hope Clark, Killer Nashville Conference, Mystery, Writing Conference
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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF CATHY BANKS
I am thrilled to be appearing on Dru’s Book Musings today, where I share “A Day in the Life of Cathy Banks.” In case you are wondering, Cathy Banks is the protagonist of Swimming Alone. Oh, and there’s a book … Continue reading
Posted in Blog Tour, Guest Blog Links, Uncategorized
Tagged Book Giveaway, Mystery, thriller, YA
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SWIMMING ALONE: Virtual Book Launch Post #5
Wow! I can’t believe the evening has come to a close. Thank you so much to everyone who joined me on Facebook, Twitter, and right here on Not Even Joking. All of the winners of tonight’s giveaways have been selected. … Continue reading
Posted in Blog Tour, Mystery Writing, Uncategorized, Writing, Young Adult Books
Tagged #YA Lit, Beach Book, Swimming Alone, YA Mystery, YA Thriller, Young Adult
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SWIMMING ALONE: Virtual Book Launch Post #1
Welcome to the first post of my online book launch for SWIMMING ALONE! I’m getting this post up a little early to accommodate friends in different time zones. I am so glad that you could join me today. I have … Continue reading
Posted in Blog Tour, Mystery Writing, Uncategorized, Writing, Young Adult Books
Tagged #YA Lit, Beach Book, Swimming Alone, Virtual Book Launch, YA Mystery, YA Thriller
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BOOK BITES: Taming Tigers
I mentioned last time on “Book Bites” that I am a fan of young adult fiction. Of course, I am…I write YA! This week, I am thrilled to host Daisy White, author of the YA Fantasy/Romance Taming Tigers (Fire & … Continue reading
Posted in Book Bites, Uncategorized, Young Adult Books
Tagged #TamingTigers, #YA Lit
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Crime Scene Analysis Day 5: All sorts of stuff!
Just joining us today? Be sure to check out Day 1, Day 2, Day 3 and Day 4— where I cover everything from lifting fingerprints off of skin to blood. This is my last post about my time at SIRCHIE. … Continue reading
Posted in Mystery Writing, Uncategorized, Writing
Tagged crime scene analysis, fingerprints, mystery writing
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