Selling books is hard. Free books for readers is easier.
Now I have answers. And some recommendations.
Now I have answers.
And some recommendations for you and for me
Last week I asked two questions. Who are you? And why are you here?
Now I have some answers and I’m willing to share them with you. And, of course, now that I know more about who you are and what you want, I can...Notes from ThrillerFest – 2023
Notes from ThrillerFest - 2023
Information, inspiration and fun!
Last year was such a rewarding experience at ThrillerFest in NYC that I was excited to go back again for more information, inspiration, and fun! (Plus the opportunity to pitch my fourth novel to the agents and publishers there looking to meet new authors.) Last week’s event did not disappoint....The Thriller Formula
The Thriller Formula
There’s a formula?
Readers and critics often dismiss a writer for having a formula that is too obvious and makes the writing predictable and boring. It doesn’t matter if it’s the crime thrillers of James Patterson, the legal thrillers of John Grisham, or the action thrillers of Lee Child, who all consistently write...Back to Boston
Back to Boston
Pushing new projects
You may have noticed that although Montreal is the home base for my Dale Hunter novels, Boston is also frequently the scene of the crime. That’s because my own history as an entrepreneur is similar to Dale Hunter’s (except for the crime and corruption); I had a distribution centre in...What next? WHATEVER IT TAKES
What next?
WHATEVER IT TAKES
Novel #6 in the Dale Hunter Series was another chance to develop my process for writing a novel, however, the attempt to push as hard as Rick Mofina and write 1500 words a day, everyday, failed. I started on TRUST NOBODY December 1st and thought I’d try to do 60,000 words...Something new to read? Browse these Thrillers
Something new to read?
Browse these Free E-book Thrillers
In case you’re still waiting for my next novel to be published, I thought I should give you a chance to look at some other crime fiction novels to read. Click on this link for a look at a wide-ranging selection of crime thrillers: Special Offer of Free E-book...Plans & progress reports
Plans & progress reports
Do we need both?
When I was a young management consultant I was often asked by the partner responsible for each project to provide a regular progress report. I sometimes thought it was just an excuse to bill some expensive hours to my budget and waste my time, so my smart-ass response was,...Plans for Readers & Writers in the New Year. What’s on your list?
Plans for Readers & Writers in the New Year
What’s on your list?
Preparing my plans for 2023 I’ve started by looking back at the past year and reviewing the most memorable books to influence and inspire my own writing. Some modern classics, some different styles and themes; all worth reading. They include:- Rick Mofina’s domestic thriller, Her...
Trust nobody. Or trust everybody?
