By Cheryl Gyant “A Letter from Sheri” is a story inspired by the 1986 California serial killer murders executed by Charles Ng and Leonard Lake. Cheryl Gyant, the author says “I began writing a book in 2001 about how it felt to be adopted. As a child, I was led to believe that my biologicalContinue reading “A Letter from Sheri”
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The Criminal Prosecutor Series
By Victor Kusske The Criminal Prosecutor is a series of crime fiction books, self- published by author Victor Kusske.It is a “crime trilogy that takes place in the 1970’s in the west. It’s a story of the murder of a mother and wife combined with the adventures of a downtown foot patrol officer.” The FirstContinue reading “The Criminal Prosecutor Series”
The Bricklayer
By Rene Natan “The Bricklayer” is a Crime Fiction novel written by Rene Natan. The book description says… “Underneath the usual activities of a successful construction company, The Werkstein, lurk fraud, deception and murder. This all starts when Frederick Elliot Dalton, the owner of The Werkstein hires Moira Johnson, a female engineer in his otherwiseContinue reading “The Bricklayer”
Writer Interview: Andy Betz
Andy is one of the most prolific writers, that The Yard: Crime Blog has had the pleasure of being involved with. He has brought many great stories to us, and we are better for having read them. We were able to catch up with Andy and get him to answer some questions for us. 1.Continue reading “Writer Interview: Andy Betz”
Interview: Jason P. Reed
1. What led you to start writing? Honestly, it’s probably because writing seemed like the easiest creative pursuit available to me at the time. I had already given up on guitar and drawing, so I sort of fell back on writing because it was the only thing I could use to impress the one likeContinue reading “Interview: Jason P. Reed”
All Saint’s Day of the Dead
By Jason P. Reed All Saint’s Day of the Dead is a book written by Jason P. Reed under the banner of New Bayou Books. This was said about the Author on Goodreads.com. “Jason studied English at what was then the University of Southwestern Louisiana in the mid 90s and worked as a technical writerContinue reading “All Saint’s Day of the Dead”
Tattoos and Tans
By Jason P. Reed. Tattoos and Tans is a book written by Jason P. Reed. The book is published by him under the banner of New Bayou Books. This was said about the author on Goodreads.com. Jason Reed came of age in Eunice, Louisiana, in the 1980s. His fondest memories are of listening to AC/DCContinue reading “Tattoos and Tans”
Meth, Murder and Amazon
By G.S. Gerry Meth, Murder and Amazon is a book written by author G.S. Gerry. The BookViral Review had this to say: “When G S Gerry says his debut novel Meth Murder & Amazon is an experience unlike anything imaginable he’s not kidding! Wholly original and darkly humorous it’s not one of those portrayals ofContinue reading “Meth, Murder and Amazon”
In Loving Memory of Sherry Lewis
By Dennette Bender (Russell), Edited by Andy Betz It was not a typical Friday in 1994. It was the first day of the annual Decatur Celebration, a day many in central Illinois looked forward to. It was the marking of another great midwestern summer. Local corn harvesting, farming, and vacations were coming to an end.Continue reading “In Loving Memory of Sherry Lewis”
Missing in Orlando: What Happened to Jennifer Kesse?
By Molly McGuigan When one hears someone mention Orlando, Florida, the first image to come to mind is probably princess castles, looping roller coasters, and family fun. Because of the opportunities, those interested in working in the hospitality industry flock to the Orlando area; there is no shortage of theme parks, recreational activities, and hotelsContinue reading “Missing in Orlando: What Happened to Jennifer Kesse?”