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Michael Prescott says Hurricane Sandy influenced his writing

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Hurricane Sandy, which devastated the East Coast in 2012, didn’t bring many good things with it. But, for Michael Prescott, it did bring the concept for a new book. In this interview, the New York Times Bestselling author talked about the story behind his latest release, “Blood in the Water."From Hurricane Sandy, Prescott decided on an opening scene. He said, “A guy is … [Read more...] about Michael Prescott says Hurricane Sandy influenced his writing

American Home Warranty scam emails

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In early August, American Home Shield announced the “Summer of Giveaways Sweepstakes” to give away a $25,000 kitchen remodel. Once American Home Shield announced this legitimate contest, the “american home warranty” scam emails began. The home warranty email scam attempts to fleece victims through the use of fake emails and phishing websites. Although the contest ends on … [Read more...] about American Home Warranty scam emails

Quaint, quirky, crowded Kona

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Our trip to the Big Island concluded with two days in beautiful Kona. Once a sleepy little town, Kona has long since become a tourist mecca and a center for residents. Kona still has a quaint feel, but part of that might have been because we were there in the off season. Even though a cruise ship had come into port, there were very few tourists. Pau hana traffic, the jam up … [Read more...] about Quaint, quirky, crowded Kona

In depth with Margaret Coel

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New York Times Bestselling author Margaret Coel has written eighteen Wind River Mysteries. The series features Father John O’Malley and Vicky Holden, two characters who have what could easily be called a complicated relationship. For this interview, Coel discussed her love of history and how she works that into the stories as well as how she personally has been affected by … [Read more...] about In depth with Margaret Coel