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Jean Holloway

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Flushing, NY, The United States

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Stephen King, Dean Koontz, Tananarive Due, Jean Auel, V.C. Andrews

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About this author

I was born October 10, 19** in good ole Queens, New York. I had a difficult childhood because I developed severe eczema and most of my schoolmates shunned me until high school. Books became my friend.
Early in life, I found myself fascinated by the macabre. I would actually set my alarm if one of my favorite Alfred Hitchcock, Rod Serling or One Step Beyond episodes was coming on late at night. These kept me up til the wee hours of the morning.
Being raised in Amityville was the icing on the cake. I went to see the actual house and swear it literally took my breath away.
My biological mother died when I was 13, the age when puberty reared its ugly head. Needless to say, I was a wife and mother by the time I was 17, divorced at 20. Then I met...more


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Average rating: 4.43 · 149 ratings · 62 reviews · 11 distinct works
Ace of Hearts (DECK of CARD...
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Deuces Wild (DECK of CARDZ,...
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Full House (DECK of CARDZ, #4)
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Ace of Hearts Black Jack (DECK of CARDZ, #2) Deuces Wild Full House
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"In This Life" (Horror)
1 chapters   —   updated May 17, 2012 08:25am
Description: Cameo wants revenge for her rape (and murder) in a prior life.
"Full House" (Mystery & Thrillers)
1 chapters   —   updated Feb 01, 2012 02:06pm
Description: It's 1993 and in the final novel of the Deck of Cardz series, Captain Shevaughn Robinson is living the challenging life of a single mother of two while at the pinnacle of her career. It doesn't help that her adolescent daughter still communicates with the dead and is in a relationship that's way too serious for her age. Or that Nonna, the only one she can depend on, is showing the beginning signs of Alzheimer's. When she hears allegations that the police are ignoring the growing number of missing Black women in Portsborough, Shevaughn pledges to personally investigate their disappearance. It leads her to one of the most unusual crimes in her entire career and gives a new meaning to the phrase... Honor thy mother.
"Ace of Hearts" (Mystery & Thrillers)
1 chapters   —   updated Sep 23, 2011 08:21pm
Description: Shevaughn Robinson begins her career as a homicide detective with the investigation of an especially gruesome murder which quickly evolves into serial murders. Right before the police find the first victim, she meets Tony O'Brien, a TV reporter interested in doing a piece on her life and her career. Sparks fly! Detective Robinson follows murder after murder trying to catch this lethal sexual predator before he strikes again. She doesn’t realize the killer is someone who is not only obsessed with death, but is becoming more and more fixated on her. Watching the relationship blossom from afar, he plots its demise.
"Black Jack" (Mystery & Thrillers)
1 chapters   —   updated Sep 23, 2011 08:20pm
Description: Jean’s second novel of the Deck of Cardz series, Black Jack, picks up four years into Detective Shevaughn Robinson’s career as PPD’s lead homicide detective. She has gone from the cop that everyone, including herself, doubted to the "golden child" of the police department with a record of sensational arrests and closed cases. But when Helene Elliott is found dead from an apparent suicide, her family insists it was murder and pressures the Portsborough Police Department to take on the investigation. Detective Robinson is assigned to the case at a time when she is struggling to strike a balance between her personal and professional life. Was the Elliott death a suicide or the work of a cold-blooded predator? Will life throw Shevaughn another unexpected blow? Buckle up and follow Shevaughn as she moves closer to solving the Elliott murder, unknowingly rekindling old grudges and awakening a sinister spirit. Get ready, it’s gonna be a bumpy ride.
"Deuces Wild" (Mystery & Thrillers)
1 chapters   —   updated Sep 23, 2011 08:18pm
Description: Three years have passed since the Black Jack case ended. Now, in the fiendishly evil and sexy as hell third novel of the Deck of Cardz series, Deuces Wild, Detective Shevaughn Robinson-William’s career and personal life are at a crossroads as she tries to assist in the capture of a homicidal couple on a murdering spree filled with illegal drugs and illicit perversion. Meanwhile, Shevaughn’s idyllic marriage is beginning to crumble, secrets revealed have a profound impact on her and her entire extended family and to top it all off, her daughter seems to be communicating with a supportive spirit who is trying to warn Shevaughn about her marriage and help her solve the case. Should she comply with her husband’s wishes and save her marriage or will she lose him to her career? Shevaughn tracks the feral couple as they go on a tri-state rampage of lethal depravity, proving their commitment is one without morals, conscience or boundaries. Sometimes, love can be murder...
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SUSPECT: A Confessional Anthology
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I'm proud to say some of the authors in this anthology have never been published before and authors with prior publications brought their "A" game. I think the literary world is in for a big surprise.
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"No longer do I sing, dance or draw pictures; but God has granted me the gift to do them all in my stories."J'aiti
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“He left for his day at the library. Today is research day. When he got there, he went directly to the microfiche machine and began looking through the newspaper obituaries for married men who died between 1980 and 1983. Their widows would be due for a little romance by now. He stayed there for hours, searching for her. His meticulous search netted seven names that merited further investigation. If some husband died and it made the first five pages of the paper, well, that meant a definite bonus because the dead man was powerful and with power came money. Their widows made excellent prospects for his future plans.”
Jean Holloway, Black Jack (DECK of CARDZ, #2)

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message 69: by Jean

Jean Holloway Would you like our Publisher's Catalog, kindle or paperback? Email your answer to info@pheinkpub.com & include your mailing address if U chose paperback. This offer goes to anyone out there interested in getting a taste of what PHE Ink is all about by reading excerpts from our novels.


message 68: by J.W.

J.W. Smith Jean, Please take a moment and download this great and very inspirational http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B007LF3...


message 67: by Jean (last edited May 01, 2012 04:18pm)

Jean Holloway COMING SOON!

Title: SUSPECT: A Confessional Anthology
Authors: C. Highsmith-Hooks, JA Gardner, Jean Holloway, Linda Watson, LM Blakely, Lorita Kelsey Childress, Michele T. Darring and TL James
Publisher: PHE Ink - Writing Solutions Firm
Release date: June 9th, 2012
ISBN: 9781935724087
Specs: Paperback, 5.5 x 8.5, 202 pages
Website: http://www.pheinkpub.com/suspect-anth...
Category: Suspense, thriller, horror, revenge


Christine Hatfield thanks for being my friend


Pancakemib Thanks for the friend request, please feel free to check out my bookshelves, quotes, friends and groups for things that might interest you or you read and forgot about.


message 64: by Tarran

Tarran Emotionally Wounded Spiritually Strong

First, I am blessed that goodreads affords us the opportunity to be friends. Therefore, I wanted to invite you as a fan and request your support for my book.

Many are being healed from the pages of this book. I thank God that I did not allow my fears to hinder my progress to get this book out. Transparency is the antidote that has touched several. My journey is to help others through the healing process--an intrepid life's journey.

This read has received great reviews: Goodreads.com, Barnes & Nobles, eBook, Nook and other. Please help me get this book out to others by recommending it and spreading the word.

Please subscribe to my webpage www.tcarterministries.com

Thank you Jean for all of your support


message 63: by Lorian

Lorian Jones hey thanx 4 the add can u comment my new pics i need ur true opinions bout them i want 2 kno wat u see and wat is saying 2 u
and also pleaz have ur friends may leave a comments on my pics

Thanx u!!! :)


message 62: by Jean

Jean Holloway Thanks, Tyria,
Now that was right on time. I needed a little push. Yes, I just passed the 50K words mark in 'Full House', about 20K to go. Scheduled release date: 11/11/11.

If you keep studying, I promise to keep writing.

Take care,
~Jean


message 61: by Tyria

Tyria Snow Hope you're working on your next best seller!!! Love your work!!!


message 60: by Jean

Jean Holloway Thanks, Veronica, that means a lot coming from a fellow author.


Veronica Kelly I really enjoyed reading your bio.


message 58: by Jean

Jean Holloway Hey Fellow Authors,

PHE Ink is hosting its 2nd Annual 'Get Lit' Party, a Black & Red Affair on June 11th, 2011.

We are asking any authors who would like to participate to send your promotional material (50 pieces max), along with 5 copies of ...your book(s) to:
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We still have a few VIP Hospitality Spots available. For details, please go to:
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message 57: by Jean

Jean Holloway Just saying Hey to all my new friends. Please check out www.pheinkpub.com for unique stories by AA authors.


message 56: by Linda

Linda Boyd Hi Jean, Thank you so much for accepting me as a friend and I am looking forward to reading your books. James Patterson is one of my favorite authors. I hope to see more African American writers move to the Mystery/Thriller genre, especially female writers!!


message 55: by Kevin

Kevin Elliott Hi Jean thanks for adding me look forward to chatting somtimes:-)


message 54: by Pamela

Pamela Hey Jean...Thanks for accepting my friendship.


message 53: by Jaree

Jaree Francis Hey, what's going on, ma? If you get a chance, check out the book trailer for my debut novel, Metra City: Destiny's Kiss http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXX76O...


message 52: by Maria

Maria Hi Jean! Thanks for voting in the poll!


message 51: by Jean

Jean Holloway New Ace of Hearts Review!!
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Christine Hi Jean,just dropping by for a visit. I would like to invite you to check out Shadow Forrest Authors for charity and help support illiteracy issues.
http://www.shadowforestauthors.com
We also have a SFA group here on goodreads. Have a great week.
Blessing CJ



Christine Hi Jean, stopped by to see what's new on your page. Have a great week.
Blessings CJ
Mariard Volume 2 Glass Pawns

Join shadow forest authors and help stop illiteracy worldwide.
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message 48: by Dana

Dana Congratulations Jean! I can't wait to read the reviews.


Bobbie  Crawford-McCoy Hi Jean,

How are you doing? Well I hope! :-)
How is the sequel coming along? I can't wait to review it for you...make sure you send me a review copy, okay?
(((hugs)))

-Bobbie

Book Reviews By Bobbie


message 46: by Ward

Ward Hi Jean, Just wanted to stop by and say hello. Hope this finds you doing well. Have a great rest of the week. Ward

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Christine Hi Jean, stopped by to see what's new with you. Have a great week.
Blessings CJ
Mariard Volume 2 Glass Pawns


message 44: by Dana

Dana We've recently added your feature with Nia Virtual Book Tours to GoodReads (via link).

Nia Virtual Book Tours author interview with Jean Holloway.

Dana
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message 43: by Pamela

Pamela Just dropping by to say hi :) Hope you have a wonderful Valentine's Day!


Christine Hi from down under Jean. Dropped by to see what’s new with you.

Blessings CJ

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message 40: by Jean

Jean Holloway Thanks for checking me out.
Have a great weekend, Jean


Jennifer Salaiz Hello Jean,

Thank you for the friendship, and i look forward to reading your book.Hope you have a great day!


message 38: by Jean

Jean Holloway Same to U. Hope 2009 brings you all U wish 4, Jean


Nardsbaby Reader Hello Jean,

I saw you read and liked the review. Wishing you a safe and happy new year. And thanks for being so welcoming on Goodreads to me.


message 36: by Eva

Eva Hi Jean! Thanks for telling me about the book- I already had it down to read but with the list being so long sometimes books get lost in the shuffle. I'm making sure to pick it up and I just saw what Brooklyn had to say so far also. I can't wait! I just went and voted for you and Dana and I hope you guys win! Thanks for letting me help out! Good luck!


message 35: by T.L.

T.L. James hey you! are you okay? I haven't heard from you in a while. "Mallory" hasn't gotten you, has he? LOL!

that was an awesome interview thursday. I am SOOOOO waiting for BlackJack!


message 34: by Roger

Roger Cottrell Hi, again
(It's OK, I'm not a cyberstalker)
The crime thriller that I've already self published is HOLLYWOOD BOWL and it is available on http://www.lulu.com/content/2557400 The ISBN is ISBN 978-1-4092-0457-2

The supernatural thriller is THE LUNDQUIST CHRONICLES available on http://www.lulu.com/content/4649341 The ISBN is ISBN 978-1-4092-4155-3

My retrospective crime thriller, ENEMY WITHIN is published by picnic books in April. I THINK details are on www.picnic-publishing.co.uk

Hope to hear from you shortly,

ROGER


message 33: by Roger

Roger Cottrell Hi Jean,
Always great to meet a fellow thriller and horror writer. I'll send you some details of my stuff if you get back to me. I've not got the ISBN numbers and links to hand here and some of it isn't on Amazon yet.
ROGER


message 32: by Pam

Pam Tucker Thanks Jean for the friendship request from another Southern woman!
Pam


message 31: by Liz

Liz Jean,

Thanks for the invitation to add you as a friend. I read your profile, and I'm honored to accept. Congratulations on your AAMBC nomintation. I wish you well!

All best,
Liz Adair
Author of
The Spider Latham Mystery Series
The Mist of Quarry Harbor
Lucy Shook's Letters from Afghanistan (editor)
Counting the Cost (Out in March of 09)


message 30: by Ellen

Ellen Hi Jean,
Thanks for friending me! All the best of luck to you with Ace of Hearts.
Ellen Dye


message 29: by Rowena

Rowena Hello, Jean,

Thank you for adding me as a friend. Good luck with Ace of Hearts.

Rowena Cherry

Rowena Cherry


Rosemary Jean, thanks so much for the friend invitation. Your bio is an inspiration. Lots of material there!
My best to you in your writing and reading.


The Book Posh I'm honored to make your acquaintance!

♥Optimus


message 26: by Jean (last edited Sep 26, 2008 06:09pm)

Jean Holloway Well, everyone, Walter Mosley beat me & won the 2008 Best Mystery Award, but I'm OK with it. Hey, I lost to one of the best on the literary scene, not a small task for the newbie that I am!
I DID get to meet Carleen Brice, another GoodReads author who won the category of 2008 Break-Out Author of the Year, a very gracious lady. Congratulations, Carleen, you deserve it. Orange Mint and Honey: A Novel is sure to win more recognition. And Congratulations to my good friend, Trice Hickman for winning 2008 Best Romance. Girl, you ARE doing it.
I believe when one door closes, God opens another & I may have some exciting news in the near future! Stay tuned & thank you all for voting, Jean
P.S. I did get a nomination for AAMBC's Best New Author. You can vote for me @ http://aambcvoting.blogspot.com
I'm like the energizer bunny! LOL


message 25: by Karen

Karen Thanks for inviting me to be a friend!

Much success,

Karen Harrington
author, Janeology


message 24: by Deborah

Deborah Good Luck on the book, Jean.

I have flagged it to be read to remind me. I really am looking forward to it.

all my best,

Deborah


message 23: by Jean (last edited Sep 04, 2008 10:45am)

Jean Holloway OK, this is it!! I know U know 'Ace of Hearts' has been nominated in the Mystery category for the 2008 African American Literary Awards Show!

If you haven't voted, please take a moment,
go to my website: http://www.deckofcardz.com/, click on "Special Announcements" and vote for me. I'm up against some biggies!
Walter Mosley?! Unreal!
This is so exciting!!
Voting ends Sept. 5th. Feel free to spread the word (& the link ;o)

Thanks, in advance, for your vote.
Heartfully Yours,
Jean



message 22: by Jatana

Jatana Anita Thanks Jean for the add. Congrats on the nomination! I wish you the best! Jatana, Author of "In My Prayers with My Legs Wide Open."


Stacy-Deanne Stacy-Deanne Hello There! Wishing you a lovely day!


message 20: by Dianne

Dianne Ascroft Thanks for adding me to your circle of friends. I see that we have some things in common - I also had eczema as a child (still do, unfortunately!) and I was not an extrovert. Books were also my favourite companions. It's great to develop a love of reading at an early age.

Dianne Ascroft,
author, 'Hitler and Mars Bars'





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