I spent nine years as a journalist in Omaha, Nebraska from 2003 through 2012 at the state's largest news organization. There were three things that stood out about Nebraska. Aside from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln campus, the rest of Nebraska is about as far right-leaning and conservative as any state in the country. I'm not saying that is good or bad, it's just the way Nebraskans are. Secondly, Nebraska Cornhuskers football means … [Read more...]
John Ferak Reflects on DIXIE and Looks Forward to the Launch of New True Crime
Friends and readers: I can't thank you enough for showing a sincere interest in reading books including my most recent, #truecrime feature length book, DIXIE'S LAST STAND. https://wildbluepress.com/dixies-last-stand-john-ferak-true-crime/ Your dedication, enthusiasm and unwaivering support fuels my motivation to devote untold number of hours during my weeknights and on weekends doing the research, writing, follow-up interviews … [Read more...]
Cameron Bane Brings His Brand of Suspense Thriller To WildBlue Press With the John Brenner Series
Cameron Bane is the pen-name for an author who has written several other thrillers but has chosen to now write under this nom de plume. We asked him, why the change? "A few years ago I wrote a couple inspirational novels that sold well, but don't really reflect my style now. The split came when I wanted to explore darker, more mature themes than that market would allow, and rather than force the issue, I simply left it. With my newer works, … [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...]
Carolina Sarassa Warns Women About Domestic Violence: Learn How to Say “NO” or You Can Wind up Dead
I’m a 31-year old Latina and a Journalist. We’ve all heard about it on the news, from a friend, or someone we know, who unfortunately have been victims of what’s called ‘domestic violence’. Just like many other things in life we think, “well, that won’t happen to me,” and that’s exactly what I always thought until I met Debbie Flores-Narvaez. In reality, I didn’t get to meet Debbie in person; I met her after she was brutally murdered. Yes, I’m … [Read more...]
Part 1: Author Ferak explains newly obtained crime photos from DIXIE’s murder case
Iowa bedroom of Dixie and Scott Shanahan, late October 2003. CAPTION: Author's perspective: Study this photo carefully. What do you see? On the wall, there's a portrait of Jesus Christ. The drapes are drawn shut. Two lamps on each side of the bed. A blue pillow. But did you notice the lump in the bed? This photo was taken in late October 2003 by crime lab specialists for the state of Iowa. When they walked into this bedroom, they were overcome … [Read more...]
Post Six: One Man’s Quest To Answer The Romanov Questions and Finish What His Family Started
In 2013, I was invited by Peter Sarandinaki to join his first expedition to Perm, Russia to locate the remains of the Grand Duke Mikhail Alexandrovich Romanov, the final leg of a journey he'd been on for years and, in a way perhaps, his entire life. We just completed the third expedition and, having not yet achieved our goal, are already preparing for a fourth expedition in August 2016. It has been one of the most unique and rewarding experience … [Read more...]
Post Three: The Search for Grand Duke Mikhail Romanov and the Saga of the Red Mountain Skull Part II
It's June 12 and Russia National Day, a patriotic holiday for this great and proud country and its warm and generous people. Outside of my hotel window I can hear an orchestra playing the 1812 Overture (celebrating the Russian victory over Bonaparte and the French outside the gates of Moscow). Ironically, it's also the anniversary of the June 12, 1918 abduction and murder of Grand Duke Mikhail Alexandrovich Romanov and his secretary and friend, … [Read more...]
Fallen CSI commander who went to prison grants interview for Ferak’s sequel to BLOODY LIES
Every new book I write is a new adventure. Occasionally, my persistence pays off and the true-crimes readers of all shapes and sizes can benefit from the depth of my research and fresh perspectives of the people I can interview. Every author is different, but I tend to take the advice of veteran true-crime writer Gary C. King. I'll often send a formal type-written letter through the mail to the person I would like to interview. Some respond … [Read more...]
Gallery: A Blessing for Investigators of the Romanov Murders With Steve Jackson
Steve Jackson continues his fieldwork in Perm, Russia, searching for the remains of the Grand Duke Mikhail Romanov with NecroSearch International. He is corresponding via his field journal series From Russia With Love and sent us some photos, a video journal as well as a link to an interesting video about Orthodox monks he has befriended in Perm. See the monks blessing Steve and other NecroSearch International members here! … [Read more...]
