I am often asked what is involved in putting together a true crime book and how long it takes. Well, if I were writing a cook book on how to cook up a book (now that’s a mouthful), I might give this answer: pour several truckloads of research into a large caldron, add a barrelful of interviews, a gallon of storytelling pizzazz, a dash of hope, and a pinch of justice. Consume many glasses of full-bodied patience, determination, and flexibility … [Read more...]
WHEN FALL FADES Release Scheduled for The Day Before Halloween; New True Crime Authors and a New Mystery Series
Your Guide to New Developments, Exclusive Content and Giveaways at WildBlue Press October 2015 THIS MONTH'S CONTENT Amy Leigh Simpson's Romantic Mystery WHEN FALL FADES Released October 30th Meet Two New True Crime Authors and The Author of the Max Blake Mystery Series Featured Blog Posts: NY Times Bestselling Author Caitlin Rother Hits Ten Book Milestone; Mystery Author William Florence Describes the Origins of Max … [Read more...]
NYT Bestselling Author Caitlin Rother Hits Ten-Book Milestone
As I'm about to go on tour for the release of my tenth book, THEN NO ONE CAN HAVE HER, I have been asking myself this existential question: Just how many books does an author need to publish in a lifetime? I haven't really come up with a good answer. I'm proud to have reached this personal milestone, but I also know that I'm still getting better with every book. Why stop now? THEN NO ONE CAN HAVE HER tells the true story behind the Steve … [Read more...]
Author Caitlin Rother Launches Her “Don’t Worry ‘Bout A Thing” Tour
By Caitlin Rother When things get rough or tough, I sing. When I want to stop thinking about writer’s block or the rejections I’m getting on the new book proposal, I sing. When I want to bring some light into the darkness, I sing. When I just want to be happy, I sing. And now, after singing in organized groups since I was a teenager—chorus, college glee club, community theater and a capella at the Bread Loaf Writing Conference—I am … [Read more...]
PITFALL Anticipation Builds, New On the Trail of Ted Bundy Video and Debbi Mack Lists her Childhood Heroes
Your Guide to New Developments, Exclusive Content and Giveaways at WildBlue Press July 27, 2015 THIS WEEK'S CONTENT PITFALL Release pushed back to August Featured Blog Posts by Cameron Bane, Debbi Mack and John Ferak WildBlue Press explores new genres Kevin Sullivan On the Trail of Ted Bundy Media appearances by John Ferak, Caitlin Rother and Bradley Nickell Ron Fransscell returns to Casper for a book … [Read more...]
Caitlin Rother Radio Interview: The Hazards of Investigative Journalism
Multi-genre crime maven and author of NAKED ADDICTION, Caitlin Rother, gave an in-depth interview on KPPV radio with DJ Phone. Caitlin described their conversation as follows: "DJ Fone, who does an afternoon radio talk show "Q&A with DJ Fone" on KPPV in Prescott, AZ, the locale of my upcoming book, THEN NO ONE CAN HAVE HER, had me on the radio for an hour on Tuesday, July 21, and got me going on my favorite soapbox and hot-button … [Read more...]
Carolina Sarassa Warns Of Potentially Fatal Consequences of Domestic Violence; John Ferak Prepares to Launch BODY OF PROOF
Your Guide to New Developments, Exclusive Content and Giveaways at WildBlue Press June 28, 2015 THIS WEEK'S CONTENT Hot Summer Crime Fiction and True Crime Reads John Ferak Walks Us Through New DIXIE Crime Scene Photos Carolina Sarassa on Domestic Violence Dispatch from the Desk of Burl Barer Steve Jackson reveals the dramatic quest behind From Russia With Love Bradley Nickell talks about bestselling REPEAT … [Read more...]
McStay Murder Case Moves to Trial, But Questions Remain
By Caitlin Rother After following the McStay case for the past five years, I drove nearly four hours to San Bernardino and back yesterday to cover the preliminary hearing of Charles “Chase” Merritt, who stands accused of murdering this family of four. Before I commit myself to writing a true crime book on a specific case, I must weigh many factors, including the logistical challenges of covering a trial as well as the strength of the … [Read more...]
Meet Debbi Mack’s Heroine Sam McRae Plus The Murderesses of Prohibition-Era Chicago
Your Guide to New Developments, Exclusive Content and Giveaways at WildBlue Press June 14, 2015 THIS WEEK'S CONTENT New John Ferak true crime book title contest results Featured Blog Posts by John Ferak, Kevin Sullivan and Steve Jackson Debbi Mack in the spotlight Steve Jackson From Russia With Love video journal and photo gallery Bizarre but True: The Celebrity Murderesses of Prohibition-Era … [Read more...]
This Week at WildBlue: “You Never Say Goodbye to a Case”– Kevin Sullivan On The Psychological Toll Of Writing True Crime
Your Guide to New Developments, Exclusive Content and Giveaways at WildBlue Press May 24, 2015 THIS WEEK'S CONTENT KENTUCKY BLOODBATH by Kevin Sullivan Launches June 2 NY Times Bestseller Steve Jackson Begins "From Russia With Love" Blogs Featured Blog Posts By Burl Barer, John Ferak, Steve Jackson and Kevin Sullivan Coming This Summer To WildBlue: New Authors and New True Crime, Crime Fiction Ask An … [Read more...]
