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Jack Unterweger: Crime Writer Turned Serial Killer
Jack Unterweger, born Johan Unterweger in 1950 to Theresia Unterweger, a Viennese barmaid, waitress, and prostitute, had a brutal childhood. He never knew his birth father, only that he was an American GI…
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What’s a Marine Raider?
My guest today loves research as much as I do. Thrill Writing, her blog, is a rich resource for crime writers. Be sure to check it out if you’re not already following her.…
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Serial Killers by State – FBI Stats – How Many Live Near You?
An interesting post by James L’Etoile got me thinking about the serial killers in my area. So, like I often do, I researched the subject. It’s not surprising that the U.S. has more…
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9 Ways to Recall Our Dreams and Why We Dream
Most people can remember one or two of their dreams, but what if there were ways to increase that number exponentially? We’ve all heard the stories of hugely popular novels which stemmed from…
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Music in Fiction Writing + the Songs Behind CLEAVED
Writing can be a lot like method acting. It’s not always easy to jump into a character’s skin unless they’re similar to us. So what are some ways to become that character in…
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Nature vs. Nurture: What Drives People to Kill?
The debate of a nature vs. nurture is a controversial, longstanding debate with supporters on both sides. Some experts believe if you grow up in a loving home, you’re destined to become a…
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Pets: Ways to Include Animals to Enhance Your Fictional World
I love writing pets into my stories. Not only is a great way to show a killer’s soft side, but they become important family members for the main characters. In my stories, I’ve…
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I’m at ThrillWriting, Chatting About My Time Inside an Oil Drum
I’m over at ThrillWriting.blogspot.com today, talking about my time spent inside an oil drum. During my edits of CLEAVED, I noticed I had no real life experience to draw from in order to…
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DNA and Other Forensic Evidence: Reliable or Fallible?
Is forensic evidence, like DNA, always reliable? The answer may surprise you. My guest today is a fellow research junkie. I’ll let her explain why. Please welcome New York Times E-book Bestselling Author Debbi…
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Mortis: What Happens to the Body After Death?
Once the heart stops beating, whether due to homicide or natural causes, the body enters the first stage of death. Blood drains from the capillaries to the larger veins in the parts of…
