Small-Town Newspaper Covered Dixie's Crime And Now The Book Small town newspapers know the pulse of their communities inside and out. Over in western #Iowa, The #Harlan Newspapers have a rich tradition for exhibiting excellence in small-town journalism. The paper's history dates back to 1870. The Harlan Newspapers are the fifth largest twice weekly newspaper in Iowa. Harlan's journalists have won more than 250 state and national awards, as … [Read more...]
The True Crime Writer As An Adventurer
Deciding To Become A True Crime Writer Came With Risks, Work And Reward From what I can tell, there’s a bit of the adventurer in most writers. Indeed, this term can be applied to writers of both fiction and nonfiction. It can be clearly seen in the life of Ernest Hemingway who, after reporting for the Kansas City Star for several months after graduating high school, traveled to Europe during World War One where he transported by … [Read more...]
DIXIE’S LAST STAND: Reviewer Gives True Crime Thriller 5-Stars
DIXIE'S LAST STAND: WAS IT MURDER OR SELF-DEFENSE? Below is Carol Tilson's unedited FIVE STAR review of my true crime book, DIXIE'S LAST STAND, a soon-to-be newly published true crime feature-length book at WildBlue Press: Reviewer Carol Tilson says "I had a hard time putting the book down" Whenever I review a book, especially non-fiction, I always read it a second time to pick up whatever I missed. Before that second reading, I make a … [Read more...]
VAMPIRE’S Sullivan Never Meant To Write About Bundy
Several days ago I wrote an article about real evidence, and how those personal items of murder can have an impact on the one holding and viewing such evidence. Mostly, the reaction will be positive, but there will be times when a sense of repulsion will surface based solely on what is confronting you. In the case of Richard Chase, there was one item that really turned me off. But most of it was interesting and contributed to my … [Read more...]
DIXIE’S LAST STAND — Why Ferak chose this Iowa murder case
It was the third week of October in 2003. My first week at the Omaha World-Herald newspaper in Nebraska when a news alert came over the Associated Press wire from neighboring Iowa. A woman in a small-town was put in jail, accused of killing her husband. (More about DIXIE'S LAST STAND: Was It Murder or Self-Defense?) I grabbed my reporter's notebook. I hopped into one of the newspaper's many company cars with Rudy Smith, a long-time and … [Read more...]
Ron Franscell: Is true crime’s death exaggerated?
A few years ago, author Joe McGinniss, whose Fatal Vision is among a handful of acknowledged classics in true crime, pronounced the genre deader than Marley: “The last three books I’ve written have been about soccer, which nobody in America cares about; horse racing, which nobody in America cares about; and true crime, a genre that expired sometime last century . . .” If the genre is dead, it died fairly young. It hasn’t even been 50 years … [Read more...]
True Crime Talk with Nic Edwards Podcast
The True Crime Talk with Nic Edwards podcast is brought to you by WildBlue Press. It is hosted by Carolyn Berardino, Bryan Smith, and Nic Edwards. Featuring books and authors from the WildBlue Press true crime library. You can find the True Crime Talk with Nic Edwards podcast in all of these popular podcast networks. Click the icons to go to the network channel: Nic Edwards Nic Edwards … [Read more...]
Help Us Find the Next Great True Crime Authors!
Are you a passionate writer with a knack for crafting gripping true crime stories? Do you know someone with a story to tell? We are officially launching the True Crime submission campaign and need your help to spread the word. For those who delve into the dark and complex world of true crime, we offer a platform to bring your compelling narratives to life. Whether it's an untold story, a deep investigative piece, or an intriguing historical … [Read more...]
Dan Lawton’s ABOVE THE GROUND Grabs a Spotlight Review by Kirkus Reviews!
We are proud to share that ABOVE THE GROUND: A True Story of The Troubles in Northern Ireland" by Dan Lawton, a recent history publication from WildBlue Press, has received a noteworthy review from Kirkus Reviews, an esteemed critic in the literary world. The rigor and expansiveness of Lawton's research is simply astonishing, and his journalistic prose is exacting and powerful. This is by turns a terrifying and heartbreaking story, conveyed with … [Read more...]
Author Tom Julian Answers the WildBlue Press Q&A Ahead of Spy-fi Series Launch in December
In the WildBlue Press Author Questionnaire, Tom Julian opens a window into the influences that shape his writing and offers a glimpse into captivating aspects of his life. From his dedicated participation in a children's charity to his resilience as a survivor of 9/11, each facet contributes to the captivating persona that enriches his storytelling. Delving into the upcoming release, TIMBERWOLF, we unravel the distinctive fusion of sci-fi and spy … [Read more...]
