I found my favorite private detective, Spenser, decades ago, brought to life by Robert B. Parker. In addition to the Spenser novels, Parker also created the interconnected Sunny Randall and Jesse Stone novels. Recently fans of Robert B. Parker’s enduring literary world have been treated to two fresh takes on his beloved characters: Buzzkill by Alison Gaylin, …
Mystery stories have long captivated readers with their suspense, intrigue, and clever twists. From gritty urban tales to charming small-town puzzles, the genre offers something for everyone. Here’s a quick look at five distinct types of mystery genres that have kept fans hooked for decades: 1. Hard-Boiled Mysteries For those who love gritty realism and …
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I've loved crime/detective/thriller fiction ever since picking up and reading And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie way back in middle school. This continues today. I thought I'd share my top five favorite characters which make you think, sit on the edge of your seat and figure out who done it. You have homicide …
When Kentucky Monthly Magazine published my short story, Leaves of Departure, in 1998, they asked me if I was working on anything else and I told them I was working on my first detective novel. It was an idea which floated around in my head for years. I grew up loving the Rockford Files, Columbo …
Part of the problem with being insanely busy is keeping up with my personal website. I plan to do a MUCH better job of things going forward. Some quick updates: The movie is progressing. We continue to work on the script while we sort out the financing. When you are dealing with a project this …
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