There are lots of reasons to love Florida. Which is why my Hunt for Justice books are set in Tampa, Florida, where the fictional star of this series, Judge Willa Carson, lives. One of my favorite things about the Tampa Bay Area (besides the natural beauty, of course…) is discovering the little nuggets of its […]
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Strange Crimes in Tampa
By now, you know that I love Florida. I know, I know— who doesn’t? But bear with me. I’m not talking only about Disney World and the beaches. As a mystery writer, I try to peer into the strange and mysterious side of Florida, which is part of the intrigue. It’s not only my love […]
It’s a Dog’s World in Tampa Bay
As you might have guessed – I love dogs and Florida! Apart from making wonderful companions, dogs are often the unsung heroes involved in solving many mysteries. In my Hunt for Justice Series books, the main character Judge Willa Carson lives in Tampa Bay and has two adorable labradors, Harry and Bess. It’s no coincidence […]
So what is Prepper Cuisine? Find out!
If you’ve read books in my Hunt for Jack Reacher series, you know Reacher is an expert at living off the grid. With an estimated 3 million Preppers living in the US, he’s not the only one. A ‘Prepper’ is someone who prepares for emergencies. The level of preparedness and types of emergencies that Preppers […]
The Sunshine Skyway Bridge
One of my favorite things about the Tampa Bay Area (besides the natural beauty, of course…) is discovering the its unique history. That’s what a writer loves to do — we soak up everything. And in the process, we’re able to see how the big picture developed and show it to you through our stories. […]
New Research on Fingerprinting
Did you hear about the new technological development in fingerprinting analysis? Fingerprints are extremely helpful for solving crimes, and that’s often the reason I research and write about them — both in my books and here on my blog. For example, in Get Back Jack, FBI Special Agent Kim Otto notices, “Fingerprint residue blackened the […]
22 Authors For Veterans
22 Great Books for a Great Cause at a Great Price! Here in the US, this is the start of the long Memorial Day weekend, the traditional beginning of summer. The holiday’s purpose is to honor the men and women who died while serving in the US Military. It is the day we are reminded of what the […]
Cold Cases in Tampa, Florida
As you already know, there are lots of reasons why I love Florida. Which is why my Hunt for Justice books are set in Tampa, Florida, where the fictional star of this series, Judge Willa Carson, lives. Tampa’s beautiful sandy beaches, historic riverwalk, and laid-back culture are all appealing. Of course, as a mystery thriller […]
Unsung Four-Legged Heroes
As you might have guessed – I love dogs! Apart from making wonderful companions, dogs are often the unsung heroes involved in solving many mysteries. In my Hunt for Justice Series books, the main character Judge Willa Carson has two adorable labradors, Harry and Bess. Of course, Labradors are known for more than just solving […]
Prepper Bunkers and Shelters
If you’ve read books in my Hunt for Jack Reacher series, you know Reacher is an expert at living off the grid. But he’s not the only one. The most crucial aspect of being a Prepper is radical self-reliance. Ultimately, Preppers seek to have the necessary equipment and knowledge to protect themselves and their loved […]
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