"So, tell me, Detective. Do you kiss all your murder suspects?" She has no alibi, plenty of motive, and there's DNA evidence linking her to the crime. In Jill Rice's romantic suspense, tenured psychology professor and best-selling author Caroline 'Cal' Cassidy becomes the prime suspect in the brutal murder of her ex-husband, Paul. Assigned to the case is Detective Daniel 'Danny' Chan. His suspicion of Cal is unwavering; he interrogates her, and … [Read more...]
Meet Author Joan Renner, Los Angeles Crime Specialist
Hi. I'm Joan Renner, and I have a passion for true crime. I am an author, social historian, and TV commentator. My interest in true crime began in grammar school. I was 7 years old when I read about the kidnapping and murder of three boys near the Chicago suburb where I lived with my family. I followed the case, and a month after they found the boys, one father died. He had a heart attack, which I read as a broken heart. The story stuck with … [Read more...]
Meet Romance Author D K McLaughlin!
D K McLaughlin formerly worked in Molecular Genetics and Genomics at Wake Forest University School of Medicine and is a licensed massage therapist at night. But writing is her first love, and now she does it full-time. In the author's own words, Who wouldn't love reading a steamy romance novel, with handsome alpha men and in interesting geographic locations? I know I do." She began writing fiction as an adolescent while living with her … [Read more...]
Catch Arthur Kane on “White House Chronicle” & Pre-Order His Investigative Triumph, THE LAST STORY
Arthur Kane recently appeared on PBS's White House Chronicle to discuss the risky world of investigative journalism and the murder of courageous reporter Jeff German. The story is set in the gritty reality of Las Vegas and provides a deep insight into the dangerous nature of the profession. Watch the episode now to dive into the conversation. The growing risks for journalists from White House Chronicle on Vimeo. His upcoming book, titled THE … [Read more...]
Narrated by Tom Lennon, Kevin DiBacco’s THE GABARDINE GANG is Now Available as an Audiobook!
We're thrilled to announce that THE GABARDINE GANG: Power and Betrayal in Hartford's Mob Scene by Kevin B. DiBacco is now available for your listening pleasure! Dive into the heart of the 1950s and 1960s Hartford, Connecticut, through a story woven with the threads of crime, family, and a quest for redemption. Kevin B. DiBacco, son of Geno DiBacco, the leader of the Gabardine Gang, unveils the inner workings of the small-time mob that once … [Read more...]
Random Passage Challenge for RUBICON: Book Two in the Spy-fi ‘Timberwolf’ Series!
By Tom Julian As an author, sometimes you're asked to pick a passage from your latest book-either to read it aloud during a podcast or to paste into a blog post. You pick an action scene or a dramatic moment that you think will resonate with the audience. I've been asked to do this many times, and I'm happy to oblige-and I have my favorite passages ready to go! But that always feels so controlled to me. Of course, I'm going to showcase what I … [Read more...]
Author Tom Julian Recounts His Recent TIMBERWOLF Book Signing at Barnes & Noble
"How do you spell "Noble?" I replied to the clerk who had asked if I needed anything. She smiled and said, "N-O-B-L-E." I was making a post for Facebook. I had slipped away from the book signing for a moment to snap a photo of my first novel-real copies, in a real bookcase, in a real store. TIMBERWOLF was on the spine in a blocky stylized font with cool, strategically placed nicks in each letter. My name in the same treatment was at the … [Read more...]
THE GABARDINE GANG: Power and Betrayal in Hartford’s Mob Scene by Kevin B. DiBacco is a Son’s Personal Account of Life within a Crime Family in the 1950s and ’60s
THE GABARDINE GANG: Power and Betrayal in Hartford's Mob Scene by Kevin B. DiBacco is a riveting tale of crime, family, and redemption in the gritty underworld of the 1950s and 1960s Hartford, Connecticut. Geno DiBacco led the notorious Gabardine Gang, a small-time mob that ruled the city. Geno's son, Kevin, takes you on a visceral journey through his childhood and adolescence, revealing the gang's illegal activities, his father's dramatic … [Read more...]
Meet Romance Author Jill Rice!
Jill's Story Jill Rice's journey began amidst the bustling streets of Atlanta, Georgia, where she spent her formative years. However, her story unfolds far beyond city limits, taking her to some of the most enchanting and magical places on Earth. From the vibrant seascapes of Mexico to the serene beauty of Colorado and the coastal allure of Georgia and South Carolina beaches, Jill's life has been an adventure. Currently, she calls a quaint … [Read more...]
Meet Author Jeff Ignatowski!
My fascination with true crime started at an early age. I was born in 1980 and grew up in Murder Town, U.S.A., otherwise known as Wilmington, Delaware, about 40 minutes outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. I ran the streets during some of the most violent history that region of the United States has ever seen. I grew up listening to stories of my dad's mob connection; he had a relationship with Angelo Bruno, the deceased boss of Philadelphia, … [Read more...]