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Category Archives: Author
Diary of a Serial Killer: 2nd Entry
This is not an excerpt from our gripping thriller ‘Your Last Breath’, but rather a snippet from our main character’s life before he became a serial killer. More journal entries from my co-writer, Doug Lafuze, to follow. Please read and … Continue reading
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Tagged Anger, Disappointment, Disharmony, Expectations, Family Life, Homeless, Hot girl., Loving from a distance, Thrown out
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Diary of a Serial Killer: 1st Entry
This is not an excerpt from ‘Your Last Breath’. It’s more a snapshot of the thoughts and feelings our serial killer, Ray Lang, had in his earlier life. What influenced his later decision to kill? Was it the negative reactions … Continue reading
Do Murder Thrillers Encourage Some People to Kill
The horrifying news about Jemma Lilley, originally from Lincolnshire, UK, killing autistic boy, Aaron Pajich, at her home in Perth because she wanted to feel euphoric, appalls me. http://ind.pn/2lWh91Z I’m beginning to worry what effect books like my dark thriller … Continue reading
Posted in Author, Books, Life, Uncategorized, writing
Tagged fiction encouraging action, Murder, responsibility of writers
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MOTIVATIONAL MONDAY MOMENT – 08.28.17
Source: MOTIVATIONAL MONDAY MOMENT – 08.28.17
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Lancashire Humour -Wet, Wet, Wet
We walked out of the chippy unable to speak, we had tears in our eyes. It was not the price or an Atlantic Cod shortage causing this emotional moment, we had just said goodbye to Mr Chow, proprietor of Chow’s … Continue reading
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Author’s Dilemma
Author’s Dilemma In Appreciation of My Blogging Friends Oh! What am I doing? I swore I never would Broadcast my whole life in sight of every hood. “You’ll be taking a risk,” So everybody said. “They’ll know about you,” They’re … Continue reading
Posted in Author, Humour, Life, Uncategorized, writing
Tagged Appreciation, Authors, Bloggers, Broadcasting your Life, Danger, Fun, Likes, Poetry, Promoting books, Psychological thriller, Reblogs, Risk, support, writing
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Something to Whet Your appetite for Halloween!
Halloween is a mere few days away. Here’s an excerpt from ‘Your Last Breath’ to put you in a scary mood. Note – American serial-killer, Raymond Lang , has fled to England to avoid capture. The mix of British English … Continue reading
FINALLY, IN ENGLAND…
Finally, in England I’m delighted, over the moon, excited beyond belief, and chuffed to bits as we say in good old Blighty. My second book has received its first review on the Amazon United Kingdom site. (sigh of relief) I … Continue reading
Posted in Author, Books, Promotion, Uncategorized, writing
Tagged 5 Stars, Book Review, Delighted, England, Grateful, Happy., Hope
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I May Not Tell You I Love You
I May Not Tell You I Love You Carole Parkes I may not tell you I love you Perfect husband of many years, But you see the peaceful calm we have And also the lack of tears. I may … Continue reading
Posted in #Love, Author, Blog, Life, Poetry, Uncategorized, writing
Tagged children, feelings, husband, I love you, Memories, parents, tears, three little words, words not spoken
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WANTED POSTER- DANGEROUS SERIAL KILLER
WANTED American born serial killer, Raymond Thomas Lang Junior Last seen in the county of Lancashire, England. Widespread rumours claim Raymond Lang is currently hiding in the fictional thriller ‘YOUR LAST BREATH‘ found in your Amazon Book store. SEE … Continue reading
Posted in Author, Blog, Books, Promotion, Uncategorized, writing
Tagged book, dangerous, fictional character, madman, Private Detective, Serial Killer, Thriller, vigilantes, Wanted poster, your last breath
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Updated Cover Reveal for ‘TISSUE OF LIES’
Updated Cover To coincide with my new collaborated book’s launch tomorrow, 23rd December, I’ve updated the cover on my first book ‘Tissue of Lies’. I have made it clear it’s a new cover. See the blurb on the Amazon … Continue reading
Posted in #Love, Author, Life, Psychological Thriller, Uncategorized
Tagged #Illness, adoption secret, amateur dramatic society, busy mums, Crime, difficult relationships, Family Drama, friendships, keeping secrets, leading a double life, living a lie, loving husband, meeting birth parents, some romance, twins
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The Truth About Grammar
Learning from Experience The Truth About Grammar Knowing about grammar is just like knowing about healthy and unhealthy food. Just when you think you’ve learned it, the rules change.
Posted in Author, Blog, Books, Uncategorized, writing
Tagged Changing Grammar, English Language, Evolving Languages., Grammar, Modern Language, writing
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The ‘Written Acts of Kindness Award’
‘Written Acts of Kindness Award’ My first nomination for the ‘written Acts of kindness Award’ goes to Kathleen Burkinshaw. https://kathleenburkinshaw.wordpress.com/ Kathleen is an author who battles through a painful neurological disease which affects her hands, making typing difficult. Despite … Continue reading
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Tagged #Writtenkindness, Award, comments, deserve, Kathleenburkinshaw, support
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‘A Writer’s Blog’ from the Killer’s Perspective
Originally posted on Doug's Scribbles and Ramblings:
After reading author Carole Parkes’ short story on her blog about a woman who is murdered in her own kitchen, told from the victim’s point of view, I felt inspired to write…
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Tagged Horror, Killer's Mind, Knife, Murder, Name Search, Personal Details, Psycho, Stalking, Suspense
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Book Covers?
I’ve just been playing around with royalty free images today. Now, the main thing about these images is that you can’t use them for profit, although you can use them for many other things. I’m going to put one of … Continue reading
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Tagged A Blogger's day, Blogging, Following, Murder, Notifications, Stalker
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The ‘Written Acts of Kindness Reward’ Nomination 3
The ‘Written Acts of Kindness Award’ My third nomination for this award goes to the lovely, unassuming Marian Beaman, who describes herself as a former plain girl who’s now turning fancy. I’m indebted to Marian who has always supported my posts by frequently commenting … Continue reading →