Author, Compulsively Readable Thrillers
So it happened! My first Ellie Foreman novel, originally published in 2002, is now (finally) out on audio! You can find it on Audible— the narrator was actress Karyn O’Bryant, and she did a fabulous job. Btw, this all happened through ACX, and I couldn’t be more pleased. As I’ve said a couple of times, I … Read more
As you know, I’m both a traditionally published and indie author. Last week I talked about traditionally published authors, but this week I’m crossing over to the indie side of the street. I’ve been incredibly fortunate to have hooked up with some imaginative and creative indie authors who not only write wonderful books but know … Read more
I just got back from the annual Sisters in Crime luncheon in Chicago’s Greek Town where I was one of the guest speakers, along with Sara Paretsky and Barb D’Amato. All of us were at one time President of the National organization, which many of you know is dedicated to the development and promotion of … Read more
A good friend of mine, and a lovely writer, Catrina Taylor has just published her first novel, a sci-fi, Star-Wars epic, Xarrok Birth of an Empire, Book 1. To celebrate, she’s put together a kind of scavenger hunt. I am thrilled to be able to help her launch her new work. (Don’t you love the … Read more
If you are one of my 3,400 closest friends, you’ve already received this. But, if you trashed it instead of reading it (no, I’m not offended), or if you’re not in my Address Book (a situation about which you may be quite satisfied), I thought I’d reprint it anyway. This is what’s going down in … Read more
One of my favorite new blogs for and about crime fiction is READ ME DEADLY, and today they are interviewing — me. I hope you’ll stop by and have a read, leave a comment, a slur, or even something nice. Thanks! http://www.readmedeadly.com/
Ok. I confess. I’m a sucker for “modern” historical crime fiction — stories that go back to the recent past (ie Twentieth Century +) for their inspiration. I’ve written my fair share of them — those of you who’ve read me know that. But I’m always on the look-out for similarly themed crime novels, and … Read more
You’ve got until Sunday to finish the Turkey Trot, but for those who’ve already found the turkey, here’s another Holiday Gift for you. It’s totally FREE at Smashwords and includes holiday-themed romances, mysteries, fantasies, and thrillers by some of my friends… and, of course, a noir story from me. You can get it right … Read more
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! Now that the turkey is in the oven, or you’re drowsy from all that tryptophan, it’s time to wake up and smell the fun! And the chance to download a FREE copy of ToxiCity! Maybe you’ve heard of a blog hop? Well I’m participating in something similar which we’re calling the First … Read more
Hi, folks. This is going to be a long post, so go get some coffee or wine or something before you read it. OK? Oh… and before we start, there was a happy ending to the bookseller situation last week. They decided to order all my books. I was very happy. I think they were … Read more