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  • Netflix: Making a Murderer
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    Making a Murderer

    Sue Coletta

    On December 18, 2016, Netflix released Making a Murderer, a documentary series that rocked the viewing public with its gross miscarriage of justice. I got reeled in like a cod, with a hook…

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  • Win 30 Crime Novels
    Contest,  MARRED

    Who are the lucky winners?

    Sue Coletta

    The time has finally arrived! Before I announce the winners I’d like to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you. This holiday giveaway was a lot of fun. Not…

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  • Forensics: Radiocarbon dating
    Crime tips,  Forensics

    Forensics: Radiocarbon Dating & Skeletal Differences

    Sue Coletta

    Forensics, or forensic science, is always evolving to better aid in the apprehension of criminals. But what if a killer leaves his victim with no fingertips, DNA, or teeth? One way to determine the…

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  • Reindeer Names
    Contest,  Holiday fun,  The life of a writer

    Reindeer Names

    Sue Coletta

    We’ve all heard the poem by Clement Clark Moore, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, but the original poem was actually entitled, A Visit from St. Nicholas. After reading this heart-warming verse, I wondered how…

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  • Win 30 Crime Novels
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    Win 30 Crime Novels

    Sue Coletta

    In keeping with the holiday spirit I have the best surprise ever. I’ve rounded up my favorite authors and begged asked if they’d like to participate in a special holiday giveaway. And they said…

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  • Donnie from K9 Christmas Story
    Short stories,  The life of a writer

    K9 Christmas Story

    Sue Coletta

    Former K9 Captain Dolph Kringle hooked a paw at his pack and padded through the snow to an unlit house in Dogwood Circle. No way would he singe his sleek black coat sliding…

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  • Leonardo Da Vinci quote
    Short stories,  The life of a writer

    Test Your Gut Instinct

    Sue Coletta

    I was cursed/blessed with the ability to see the good in everyone, and I mean everyone. This has gotten me into sticky situations in the past and if I’m not careful, could destroy my future.…

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    MARRED,  The life of a writer

    How Do You Define Bestselling Author?

    Sue Coletta

    Many authors have asked me how Marred hit the bestsellers list during pre-release and remained there for several days. It’ll hit it again soon, too, by the way…any day now. But rather than discuss…

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  • Pinterest for authors
    Blogging,  The life of a writer

    Pinterest for Authors: Generate Traffic & Gain Readers

    Sue Coletta

    Today, I have Janice from Mostly Blogging to show us how authors can use Pinterest to generate traffic and gain readers. Thanks for joining us, Janice! Pinterest for Authors If you are going to…

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  • Snarky characters: love them or hate them?
    Books,  The life of a writer,  Wings of Mayhem

    Snarky Characters: Love Them or Hate Them?

    Sue Coletta

    Do you need a squeaky clean protagonist? What about a protagonist who’s on the wrong side of the law? Yesterday, I finished Wings of Mayhem and sent it in to my publisher (as I…

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Sue Coletta

Sue Coletta

Sue Coletta is an award-winning crime writer and member of Mystery Writers of America, Sisters in Crime, and International Thriller Writers. In addition to her award-winning Murder Blog, she also blogs on the Kill Zone (Writer's Digest "101 Best Websites for Writers"), Writers Helping Writers, and Story Empire (Positive Writer's "Top 50 Writing Blogs"). Sue's backlist includes psychological thrillers and true crime/narrative nonfiction. Now, she exclusively writes eco-thrillers (The Mayhem Series, books 5-9 & continuing). She's appeared on the Emmy award-winning true crime series, Storm of Suspicion, and three episodes of A Time to Kill on Investigation Discovery. Links to her newsletter and books can be found here: https://linktr.ee/suecoletta Email: sue(at)suecoletta(dot)com

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