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Maine Crime Writers: A Question (and a Contest!)

Today, at Maine Crime Writers, I'm giving away a signed early copy of RED RIGHT HAND! Click through to enter.

THE KILLING KIND Nominated For A Macavity!

I'm honored to report that THE KILLING KIND has been nominated for the Macavity Award for Best First Mystery! (Yes, I've written three prior books in a different genre. The organizers assure me that's why it's called Best First Mystery.) Many thanks to all who voted, and congratulations to my fellow nominees!

Maine Crime Writers: The Devil's On His Way

In honor of Friday the 13th, I'm talking about superstition (writerly and otherwise) at Maine Crime Writers today. Click through to give it a read!

THE KILLING KIND Nominated For An Anthony!

I'm elated to report that THE KILLING KIND has been nominated for the 2016 Anthony Award for Best Novel! Many thanks to everyone who included it on their ballots, and congratulations to my fellow nominees! I'm psyched to be in such terrific company.

Maine Crime Writers: Novel Architecture

Today at Maine Crime Writers, I'm talking about one of my favorite places to go when my creative batteries need recharging. Click through to give it a read.

The Final Cover For RED RIGHT HAND

Forgive me, blog-followers, for I have sinned. A few weeks ago, I shared a draft cover for RED RIGHT HAND... and then forgot to post the final version here (although I did put it up on social media). So, without further ado: behold!

Crime Wave Canceled

Unfortunately, I'm told that this year's Maine Crime Wave, originally scheduled for April 9, has been canceled. I'm afraid I don't have any more details than that yet, but if you'd already registered, I'm sure you'll be contacted soon (if you haven't been already). Thanks to Joshua Bodwell, Brenda Buchanan, Richard Cass, Kate Flora, and Gayle Lynds for their hard work planning the event, and fingers crossed it'll be back in 2017 bigger and better than ever.

Upcoming Events

Spring has sprung in Maine, and with it come a spate of upcoming events! Here's where you can find me in the coming weeks...
First, join me Wednesday, April 6 from 12PM to 1PM at the Portland Public Library, where I'll be participating in their Brown Bag Lecture Series. I'll be reading, chatting, and answering questions. The event is free and open to the public. You're encouraged to bring a lunch, and Coffee By Design will be supplying coffee.

Then, on Saturday, April 9, I'll be participating in Maine Crime Wave. This one requires registration, so if you're interested, be sure to do so by April 5. I'll be moderating a discussion with Jen Blood and James Hayman on the pros and cons of traditional and indie publishing, as well as leading an hourlong workshop (details below):

UNPUTDOWNABLE: THE ART AND CRAFT OF WRITING GRIPPING SCENES 

Thanks to the siren songs of YouTube, Netflix, and social media, it’s more imperative than ever that writers grab their audience by the throat and never let go. Sure, plot and character are important—but neither matters if your scenes don’t set the hook. This workshop will focus on the tips and tricks the masters use to do exactly that, and make their readers miss their bus stops.

THE KILLING KIND Nominated For A Barry!

I'm delighted to report that THE KILLING KIND has been nominated for the Barry Award for Best Thriller! Thanks to the fine folks at Deadly Pleasures, and congrats to my fellow nominees. It's an honor to be in such terrific company.

Get THE KILLING KIND Dirt Cheap!

In Benjamin Percy's review of THE KILLING KIND for The New York Times, he said: "Read it. Or else." Well, if you've been holding out, now's your chance.
For one week only, the e-version of THE KILLING KIND is on sale for a paltry $2.99! Since THE KILLING KIND is still in hardcover, that's 89% off the cover price. Here are the appropriate links:
Amazon (Kindle)Barnes & Noble (Nook)iBooksKobo
Snatch it up now, because this offer will only be available until 3/7, at which point THE KILLING KIND turns into a full-priced pumpkin. And remember, if you've already read it, ebooks make great gifts!