This week’s tip comes from two authors who told me they had no experience with being scammed while traveling. Neither had been the victim of a crime while traveling, but both travel extensively, including international flights. Interestingly enough, they both had similar experiences when it came to buying “discounted” tickets.Libby Hellman is a bestselling author whose … [Read more...] about Two thriller authors—one travel tip
Scrivenings
Thriller author Libby Hellmann tells what drives her
Libby Hellmann (www.libbyHellmann.com) writes what she calls “compulsively readable thrillers.” In this interview, Hellmann talked about where the idea for her latest thriller came from and the direction she’s taking next in her writing. “Havana Lost,” Hellmann’s most recent release, begins on the eve of the Cuba revolution in 1958. It’s a time in history that fascinates … [Read more...] about Thriller author Libby Hellmann tells what drives her
Operation Thriller IV heading overseas
The USO announced that “Operation Thriller IV” is now in full swing. Operation Thriller IV indulges troop thirst for suspense this Halloween with a USO/Armed Forces Entertainment tour to the U.S., Kuwait, Germany and the UK. The tour began on Oct. 24 and runs until Nov. 1. With help from five of today’s most celebrated thriller authors including, Harlan Coben, Phillip … [Read more...] about Operation Thriller IV heading overseas
CryptoLocker malware hits personal and business email
An FBI press release issued on Oct. 28 warned PC users about Cryptolocker, a ransomware campaign that has been extorting money from computer users. The warning said, “The FBI is aware of a file encrypting Ransomware known as CryptoLocker. Businesses are receiving email with alleged customer complaints containing an attachment that when opened, appears as a window and is in fact … [Read more...] about CryptoLocker malware hits personal and business email
Spy thriller author James Bruno
There are any number of spy-thriller authors, but few who have military intelligence experience. James Bruno is one of those authors with real-life experience, and in this interview, the author of three Amazon Kindle bestsellers talks about why he thinks readers find his books so compelling. “Twenty-five years in the federal government often placed me in situations which made … [Read more...] about Spy thriller author James Bruno