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Behind the story of ‘Soul of the Fire’

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With his first Inspector Shan novel, Eliot Pattison seized the holy grail of mystery writing, the Edgar Award for Best First Novel. “Soul of the Fire” is the eighth book in this series and continues themes established in prior Inspector Shan novels. For this interview, Pattison discussed why he writes what might be called “heavy” novels—deep in complexity and above all, thought … [Read more...] about Behind the story of ‘Soul of the Fire’

Review of new Jane Ryland thriller Truth Be Told

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One of my biggest complaints with writers is what I call wishy-washy writing. I'm always saying, "Write boldly." Well, to be blunt, there ain't no wishy-washy writing in Hank Phillippi Ryan's new Jane Ryland novel. Here's my review.“Truth Be Told” begins with the eviction of a family from their home. Reporter Jane Ryland is covering foreclosure when she realizes there are … [Read more...] about Review of new Jane Ryland thriller Truth Be Told

Three tips to protect your online security

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October is Cyber Security Awareness Month, so McKenna’s written a letter to the scammers of the world with just a few simple requests. Personally, I think he’s been smoking that pakalolo again.Dear Scammers:Today, I received well over a hundred of your emailed love notes. Honestly, I wish I weren’t so popular with you. I know you won’t stop sending those virtual cards … [Read more...] about Three tips to protect your online security

Hank Phillippi Ryan on writing fiction vs fact

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Book Giveaway! Congratulations to Marissa C., the winner of a copy of "Truth Be Told!"Hank Phillippi Ryan had been a journalist for thirty years when she wrote her first novel. It was, in a sense, a huge leap of faith in her ability to find the story because for her entire career, she’d only reported the truth. When interviewed about her new release, “Truth Be Told,” the … [Read more...] about Hank Phillippi Ryan on writing fiction vs fact