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June 5, 2013
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June 4, 2013
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June 2, 2013
Were Serial Killers Jack the Ripper and Dr. H.H. Holmes one in the same?
Dr. H. H. Holmes and the Whitechapel Ripperby Dane Ladwig, Historian and True Crime Author
Click HERE to view Dane's new Website
The most notorious and controversial unsolved crime is that of Jack the Ripper. Historians, investigators, criminologists and intrigued amateur sleuths have tried to solve this mystery for over 125 years.The author of this book has thoroughly researched this fascinating case and have presented facts clearly and concisely. Dane Ladwig has been a Ripperologist studying the 'Ripper' for over 40 years. "I am currently working with Scotland Yard, the London Metropolitan Police, the United Kingdom National Archives, the United States National Archives, the Gilmanton, New Hampshire Historic Society, Dartmouth College, the University of Michigan Medical School, and various experts and certified investigators in a unified and collaborative effort to expose the truth", says Dane in a recent blog
Most recently, Dane unveiled his book cover along with an update on his book, scheduled for release later this year.
"I am pleased to report part one of the four-part manuscript is currently with my editor. As this project has been a lifelong journey and the exploration of Jack the Ripper has taken me, time and again, to the arteries of the Whitechapel district in London and ultimately consummated on the streets of Chicago’s south side neighborhood in the Englewood neighborhood where Dr. H. H. Holmes built his infamous “Murder Castle.”
In my book, I ask one thing of the reader… consider the possibilities! In London, we have a serial killer who is nothing more than an enigma – a faceless name. History has preserved documents, which not only indicate the Ripper is likely to be a person with medical knowledge – a skilled physician, and the Metropolitan Police and Scotland Yard propose the culprit is likely an American. Dr. H. H. Holmes, a con man, a skilled physician, and a frequent visitor of London, attempts to sell articulated skeletons to colleges and universities in the London area during the time of the murders. Is this coincidence?
In Dr. H. H. Holmes and the Whitechapel Ripper, case file evidence will demonstrate, Dr. H. H. Holmes was the prime suspect who committed the Whitechapel crimes and has evaded suspicion (and the criminal justice system) for more than a century."
The back cover....
In 1888 in the East End of London, the heart of the Whitechapel district was crippled by the crimes of a fiendish murderer known as Jack the Ripper. Across the Ocean, in America, another monster was on the loose – Dr. H. H. Holmes…
The mystery of the unsolved Jack the Ripper murders would puzzle the world for the next century and the years ahead. Scotland Yard Detectives, Stockholm’s finest minds, criminologists and experts (or “Ripperologists”) from around the globe, all endeavored and failed to unravel the mysterious identity of the world’s most notorious serial killer.
After more than a century of conjecture and inconclusive theories, The Ripper’s identity is no less a mystery than it was at the time of the murders. Is it possible Scotland Yard investigators were correct after all? Could the notorious Ripper have been an American visiting London? Furthermore, is it possible the visiting Ripper was an American physician and a convicted serial killer?
In Dr. H. H. Holmes and the Whitechapel Ripper, the unproven propositions regarding the possible identity of Jack the Ripper are considered and weighed against the facts. Theory and literature based on opinion and imagination are left aside as only the facts and reason are considered. The historian, student, Ripperologist, or simply those intrigued with perhaps the greatest of all unsolved mysteries, should add to their knowledge with what is revealed in this compelling account of Dr. H. H. Holmes and the Whitechapel Ripper.
Cover Artist by William Cook
CONTACT INFORMATION FOR DANE LADWIG BLOG WEBSITE AUTHOR'S PAGE FACEBOOK FAN PAGE TWITTER
Click HERE to view Dane's new Website
The most notorious and controversial unsolved crime is that of Jack the Ripper. Historians, investigators, criminologists and intrigued amateur sleuths have tried to solve this mystery for over 125 years.The author of this book has thoroughly researched this fascinating case and have presented facts clearly and concisely. Dane Ladwig has been a Ripperologist studying the 'Ripper' for over 40 years. "I am currently working with Scotland Yard, the London Metropolitan Police, the United Kingdom National Archives, the United States National Archives, the Gilmanton, New Hampshire Historic Society, Dartmouth College, the University of Michigan Medical School, and various experts and certified investigators in a unified and collaborative effort to expose the truth", says Dane in a recent blog
Most recently, Dane unveiled his book cover along with an update on his book, scheduled for release later this year.
"I am pleased to report part one of the four-part manuscript is currently with my editor. As this project has been a lifelong journey and the exploration of Jack the Ripper has taken me, time and again, to the arteries of the Whitechapel district in London and ultimately consummated on the streets of Chicago’s south side neighborhood in the Englewood neighborhood where Dr. H. H. Holmes built his infamous “Murder Castle.”
In my book, I ask one thing of the reader… consider the possibilities! In London, we have a serial killer who is nothing more than an enigma – a faceless name. History has preserved documents, which not only indicate the Ripper is likely to be a person with medical knowledge – a skilled physician, and the Metropolitan Police and Scotland Yard propose the culprit is likely an American. Dr. H. H. Holmes, a con man, a skilled physician, and a frequent visitor of London, attempts to sell articulated skeletons to colleges and universities in the London area during the time of the murders. Is this coincidence?
In Dr. H. H. Holmes and the Whitechapel Ripper, case file evidence will demonstrate, Dr. H. H. Holmes was the prime suspect who committed the Whitechapel crimes and has evaded suspicion (and the criminal justice system) for more than a century."
The back cover....
In 1888 in the East End of London, the heart of the Whitechapel district was crippled by the crimes of a fiendish murderer known as Jack the Ripper. Across the Ocean, in America, another monster was on the loose – Dr. H. H. Holmes…
The mystery of the unsolved Jack the Ripper murders would puzzle the world for the next century and the years ahead. Scotland Yard Detectives, Stockholm’s finest minds, criminologists and experts (or “Ripperologists”) from around the globe, all endeavored and failed to unravel the mysterious identity of the world’s most notorious serial killer.
After more than a century of conjecture and inconclusive theories, The Ripper’s identity is no less a mystery than it was at the time of the murders. Is it possible Scotland Yard investigators were correct after all? Could the notorious Ripper have been an American visiting London? Furthermore, is it possible the visiting Ripper was an American physician and a convicted serial killer?
In Dr. H. H. Holmes and the Whitechapel Ripper, the unproven propositions regarding the possible identity of Jack the Ripper are considered and weighed against the facts. Theory and literature based on opinion and imagination are left aside as only the facts and reason are considered. The historian, student, Ripperologist, or simply those intrigued with perhaps the greatest of all unsolved mysteries, should add to their knowledge with what is revealed in this compelling account of Dr. H. H. Holmes and the Whitechapel Ripper.
Cover Artist by William Cook
CONTACT INFORMATION FOR DANE LADWIG BLOG WEBSITE AUTHOR'S PAGE FACEBOOK FAN PAGE TWITTER
May 31, 2013
Ex-wife of Hell's Angel Kerri Krysko about her book KERRI-ON - Exclusive Interview
INTERVIEW WITH NEW AUTHOR
KERRI KRYSKO
by RJ Parker
Kerri-On is the first book in a three part series, destined to become a #1 bestseller and most likely, a movie. This could be a 50 Shades of Black and White. I've had the privilege of interviewing Kerri, and the unveiling of her book cover.
RJ
Welcome to my blog Kerri. Over the past several weeks, you and I have become very good friends although we both live on separate coasts in Canada. I had the honor of reading your first book, Kerri-On, and to say the least, I found it so captivating that I couldn't put it down. I literally stayed up all night reading it and now can't wait for the second book. Tell us who Kerri is?
KK
I’m a well-grounded person. I love people, our community, places and nature. I like to be happy and show others that with a kind smile, no matter how bad things may seem, it’s okay, everything is going to be alright. Often times, when I see random strangers who look sad, miserable or upset I offer guidance, even friendship, because I know the feeling of loneliness, or speaking and not being heard. So I listen because that’s what I know they need. I take the time now to stop and admire the beauty that surrounds all of us. If I feel anything or anyone is off, I turn and go in the opposite direction now, as it feels safer, it feels better and it feels right. You ask who Is Kerri, I can only answer, I am finally me.
RJ
What made you want to write your story?
KK
RJ, the feeling of being unheard or simply lonely was very frightening for me, I know that feeling all to well. I felt as though if I shared my story, my journey in life, perhaps I could help someone or even save someone from making the same mistakes I did. I want the world to know these labels placed upon us at such early ages need to be lifted in order for these children and individuals to grow into what their meant to become. This community saved me and I felt I had to give something back. I bared my very soul in this book, hoping to offer guidance to our children and even parents, or even to anyone who feels they made a few wrong turns in life. They can get back on the proper road; they just need to find themselves, and take a new look around from different eyes and grow into what they want to become, and not what others dictate. There is someone out there just waiting to extend a hand of hope. I felt I needed to be that person.
RJ
What has been the hardest part in the process of releasing your book so far?
KK
The hardest part of this process has been hitting send on my manuscript. I was done writing for almost a week and I kept looking at my computer, daily even hourly. I could only proofread so much, as re-living those events were almost crippling, as if it was re-enacting every horrifying moment I had: on repeat like a movie. I knew within my heart of hearts that whoever was the first to read this true story: would either write this, regardless of me, or reinvent it as a non-fiction book, based on true events. I chose to follow my dreams, instead of regretting something the rest of my life.
RJ
I've helped over thirty authors self-publish and I always encourage them to pick a cause to give back to society. My causes are: I donate free books, at my expense, to men and women in uniform, wounded soldiers (warriors) and victims of violent crimes. Have you picked a cause, or foundation, and if so tell us about it?
KK
Once a Year I would like to sponsor an individual, as I know how hard it is to start with nothing, and the obstacles you have to overcome in order to gain any real balance in this world. As we speak I am working on an annual grant from the provincial and federal government. Whatever they give, I will match! Annually, Once a year , a special person who has reached out to me and shared their own personal success story or just simply a story that has truly touched my heart of the obstacles they have overcome, or are having difficulties overcoming , I will chose. Then, I will hold a beautiful Gala Event and award them a cheque of $20,000 or more, so that they can achieve their dreams. It could be a down payment on a home, college or even a business, but I believe everyone deserves a chance to succeed, sometimes we have no one to help us, sometimes we try and try and we can’t seem to get ahead, I believe everyone needs a little angel on their shoulder cheering them on, I would like to be that person at least to someone.
RJ
With the much anticipated success with your trilogy, where do you see yourself in a year from now?
KK
Honestly, I see myself writing a column for a magazine, a place where people can send their questions on troubles their having and I can hopefully guide them, give them advice, people who have experienced life’s lessons tend to know more, can empathize better with people going through certain problems, or issues. . Sort of like a Dear Abby column. Perhaps RJ this becomes a movie you never know….This has opened doors that otherwise would have been closed for me, so all I can say is I am truly blessed to be where I am today.
RJ
Is there a reason you wrote three books instead of one?
KK
I believe a series was better, It would have been too long otherwise, have you ever read a good book and then all of a sudden it was done, just over, well with any good book/story there is always more or should be more. I as an avid reader never want a series to end, so for me to have written my true story in one book, would have never satisfied me, that was a huge moment for me deciding if I should make this a series or not, I decided a series.
My 1st book “Kerri On” leads up to a certain point, a point where I had a fork in the road, towards the end of the 1st Book I had to stop..…readers will understand why. I would often immerse myself in romance novels to fill a void I was otherwise lacking within my own life so perhaps one day there might be a 4th, simply called “Kerri” my own personal love story, you never know…
RJ
When can readers buy your first book, 'KERRI-ON' and where?
KK
You will be able to buy my book on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Chapters.. It will be available for pre-order by June 20th and then I will be releasing (Part 1) “Kerri On” July 7th.
RJ
What Is the next book called in your series?
KK
“Kerri-ed Away”
RJ
What was the easiest chapter you had to write in your first book?
KK
This is an easy answer, since I named my chapters, instead of numbering them. “My 1st kiss with a Hells Angel” That’s a chapter where you allow yourself to re-live something beautifully amazing.
RJ
Kerri, you're a very inspirational woman and probably the most positive person I know. Any advice you want to give men, women and teenagers?
KK
We all have feelings, we don’t always bleed when were hurt, but these hurtful things that can happen or are said: cause scars so deep they stay within you, forever echoing. So be careful the words you speak and the hands you raise. You’ll never know if the person your retaliating on, has already been bruised or hurt and you never know the impact you’re going make on someone, You just never how bruised another soul already is. When anyone is ready to take a new path in life, BE prepared to deal with the jealous people and malicious rumours, their only trying to bring you back to where you’re trying to leave or have left. We as people may know there false, but often times they can play on a person, so my advice is, hold your own truth and “Kerri On” as I did. I know what’s true and I know what’s false. Never let another person bring you down and only surround yourself with good positive people, that truly place smiles upon your face. Always be who your meant to be, no matter what!
Only we as people can change this world with small acts of kindness,( only us).! Thank you RJ for taking the time to read my book and having me on your blog..... Kerri
Kerri shares an inspirational journey, from a lonely child, to an abandoned teenager, abused wife , to an independent woman. She was belittled and victimized by people whom she loved and a man who used her in his own vindictive games. By finding the warmth within her heart and watching those around her she transformed her own self built prison walls of self-loathing to self discovery.
We are not alone she tells us: we are all deserving of the chance to be the child we were never allowed to be, and the adults we are meant to become.Kerri shares an inspirational journey, from a lonely child, to an abandoned teenager, abused wife , to an independent woman. She was belittled and victimized by people whom she loved and a man who used her in his own vindictive games.
“Kerri's Inspirational Story Is A Firsthand TestamentTo The Resiliency Of Her Spirit And Volition”
Bestselling Author RJ Parker
Official Website of Kerri Krysko "I have written my True Story, too help others , from parents , teenagers, to anyone who might need hope, a intrigue or even just a inspirational success story . I had a very lonely childhood, but yet I was still accountable for all I have done in my adult years, we all are. My journey starts from childhood, to whom I married ( I am a Hells Angels Ex Wife) to how I left as well as who I am now. May my journey help others to never feel alone, as well as show this world yes you can live healthy & happy, you can Kerri On......... you can leave and yes you can have that life you dream of....."
by RJ Parker
Kerri-On is the first book in a three part series, destined to become a #1 bestseller and most likely, a movie. This could be a 50 Shades of Black and White. I've had the privilege of interviewing Kerri, and the unveiling of her book cover.
RJ
Welcome to my blog Kerri. Over the past several weeks, you and I have become very good friends although we both live on separate coasts in Canada. I had the honor of reading your first book, Kerri-On, and to say the least, I found it so captivating that I couldn't put it down. I literally stayed up all night reading it and now can't wait for the second book. Tell us who Kerri is?
KK
I’m a well-grounded person. I love people, our community, places and nature. I like to be happy and show others that with a kind smile, no matter how bad things may seem, it’s okay, everything is going to be alright. Often times, when I see random strangers who look sad, miserable or upset I offer guidance, even friendship, because I know the feeling of loneliness, or speaking and not being heard. So I listen because that’s what I know they need. I take the time now to stop and admire the beauty that surrounds all of us. If I feel anything or anyone is off, I turn and go in the opposite direction now, as it feels safer, it feels better and it feels right. You ask who Is Kerri, I can only answer, I am finally me.
RJ
What made you want to write your story?
KK
RJ, the feeling of being unheard or simply lonely was very frightening for me, I know that feeling all to well. I felt as though if I shared my story, my journey in life, perhaps I could help someone or even save someone from making the same mistakes I did. I want the world to know these labels placed upon us at such early ages need to be lifted in order for these children and individuals to grow into what their meant to become. This community saved me and I felt I had to give something back. I bared my very soul in this book, hoping to offer guidance to our children and even parents, or even to anyone who feels they made a few wrong turns in life. They can get back on the proper road; they just need to find themselves, and take a new look around from different eyes and grow into what they want to become, and not what others dictate. There is someone out there just waiting to extend a hand of hope. I felt I needed to be that person.
RJ
What has been the hardest part in the process of releasing your book so far?
KK
The hardest part of this process has been hitting send on my manuscript. I was done writing for almost a week and I kept looking at my computer, daily even hourly. I could only proofread so much, as re-living those events were almost crippling, as if it was re-enacting every horrifying moment I had: on repeat like a movie. I knew within my heart of hearts that whoever was the first to read this true story: would either write this, regardless of me, or reinvent it as a non-fiction book, based on true events. I chose to follow my dreams, instead of regretting something the rest of my life.
RJ
I've helped over thirty authors self-publish and I always encourage them to pick a cause to give back to society. My causes are: I donate free books, at my expense, to men and women in uniform, wounded soldiers (warriors) and victims of violent crimes. Have you picked a cause, or foundation, and if so tell us about it?
KK
Once a Year I would like to sponsor an individual, as I know how hard it is to start with nothing, and the obstacles you have to overcome in order to gain any real balance in this world. As we speak I am working on an annual grant from the provincial and federal government. Whatever they give, I will match! Annually, Once a year , a special person who has reached out to me and shared their own personal success story or just simply a story that has truly touched my heart of the obstacles they have overcome, or are having difficulties overcoming , I will chose. Then, I will hold a beautiful Gala Event and award them a cheque of $20,000 or more, so that they can achieve their dreams. It could be a down payment on a home, college or even a business, but I believe everyone deserves a chance to succeed, sometimes we have no one to help us, sometimes we try and try and we can’t seem to get ahead, I believe everyone needs a little angel on their shoulder cheering them on, I would like to be that person at least to someone.
RJ
With the much anticipated success with your trilogy, where do you see yourself in a year from now?
KK
Honestly, I see myself writing a column for a magazine, a place where people can send their questions on troubles their having and I can hopefully guide them, give them advice, people who have experienced life’s lessons tend to know more, can empathize better with people going through certain problems, or issues. . Sort of like a Dear Abby column. Perhaps RJ this becomes a movie you never know….This has opened doors that otherwise would have been closed for me, so all I can say is I am truly blessed to be where I am today.
RJ
Is there a reason you wrote three books instead of one?
KK
I believe a series was better, It would have been too long otherwise, have you ever read a good book and then all of a sudden it was done, just over, well with any good book/story there is always more or should be more. I as an avid reader never want a series to end, so for me to have written my true story in one book, would have never satisfied me, that was a huge moment for me deciding if I should make this a series or not, I decided a series.
My 1st book “Kerri On” leads up to a certain point, a point where I had a fork in the road, towards the end of the 1st Book I had to stop..…readers will understand why. I would often immerse myself in romance novels to fill a void I was otherwise lacking within my own life so perhaps one day there might be a 4th, simply called “Kerri” my own personal love story, you never know…
RJ
When can readers buy your first book, 'KERRI-ON' and where?
KK
You will be able to buy my book on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Chapters.. It will be available for pre-order by June 20th and then I will be releasing (Part 1) “Kerri On” July 7th.
RJ
What Is the next book called in your series?
KK
“Kerri-ed Away”
RJ
What was the easiest chapter you had to write in your first book?
KK
This is an easy answer, since I named my chapters, instead of numbering them. “My 1st kiss with a Hells Angel” That’s a chapter where you allow yourself to re-live something beautifully amazing.
RJ
Kerri, you're a very inspirational woman and probably the most positive person I know. Any advice you want to give men, women and teenagers?
KK
We all have feelings, we don’t always bleed when were hurt, but these hurtful things that can happen or are said: cause scars so deep they stay within you, forever echoing. So be careful the words you speak and the hands you raise. You’ll never know if the person your retaliating on, has already been bruised or hurt and you never know the impact you’re going make on someone, You just never how bruised another soul already is. When anyone is ready to take a new path in life, BE prepared to deal with the jealous people and malicious rumours, their only trying to bring you back to where you’re trying to leave or have left. We as people may know there false, but often times they can play on a person, so my advice is, hold your own truth and “Kerri On” as I did. I know what’s true and I know what’s false. Never let another person bring you down and only surround yourself with good positive people, that truly place smiles upon your face. Always be who your meant to be, no matter what!
Only we as people can change this world with small acts of kindness,( only us).! Thank you RJ for taking the time to read my book and having me on your blog..... Kerri
Kerri shares an inspirational journey, from a lonely child, to an abandoned teenager, abused wife , to an independent woman. She was belittled and victimized by people whom she loved and a man who used her in his own vindictive games. By finding the warmth within her heart and watching those around her she transformed her own self built prison walls of self-loathing to self discovery.
We are not alone she tells us: we are all deserving of the chance to be the child we were never allowed to be, and the adults we are meant to become.Kerri shares an inspirational journey, from a lonely child, to an abandoned teenager, abused wife , to an independent woman. She was belittled and victimized by people whom she loved and a man who used her in his own vindictive games.
“Kerri's Inspirational Story Is A Firsthand TestamentTo The Resiliency Of Her Spirit And Volition”
Bestselling Author RJ Parker
Official Website of Kerri Krysko "I have written my True Story, too help others , from parents , teenagers, to anyone who might need hope, a intrigue or even just a inspirational success story . I had a very lonely childhood, but yet I was still accountable for all I have done in my adult years, we all are. My journey starts from childhood, to whom I married ( I am a Hells Angels Ex Wife) to how I left as well as who I am now. May my journey help others to never feel alone, as well as show this world yes you can live healthy & happy, you can Kerri On......... you can leave and yes you can have that life you dream of....."
Interview with Kerri Krysko (Ex-wife of Hell's Angel) and book cover release of KERRI-ON
INTERVIEW WITH NEW AUTHOR
KERRI KRYSKO
by RJ Parker
Kerri-On is the first book in a three part series, destined to become a #1 bestseller and most likely, a movie. This could be a 50 Shades of Black and White. I've had the privilege of interviewing Kerri, and the unveiling of her book cover.
RJ
Welcome to my blog Kerri. Over the past several weeks, you and I have become very good friends although we both live on separate coasts in Canada. I had the honor of reading your first book, Kerri-On, and to say the least, I found it so captivating that I couldn't put it down. I literally stayed up all night reading it and now can't wait for the second book. Tell us who Kerri is?
KK
I’m a well-grounded person. I love people, our community, places and nature. I like to be happy and show others that with a kind smile, no matter how bad things may seem, it’s okay, everything is going to be alright. Often times, when I see random strangers who look sad, miserable or upset I offer guidance, even friendship, because I know the feeling of loneliness, or speaking and not being heard. So I listen because that’s what I know they need. I take the time now to stop and admire the beauty that surrounds all of us. If I feel anything or anyone is off, I turn and go in the opposite direction now, as it feels safer, it feels better and it feels right. You ask who Is Kerri, I can only answer, I am finally me.
RJ
What made you want to write your story?
KK
RJ, the feeling of being unheard or simply lonely was very frightening for me, I know that feeling all to well. I felt as though if I shared my story, my journey in life, perhaps I could help someone or even save someone from making the same mistakes I did. I want the world to know these labels placed upon us at such early ages need to be lifted in order for these children and individuals to grow into what their meant to become. This community saved me and I felt I had to give something back. I bared my very soul in this book, hoping to offer guidance to our children and even parents, or even to anyone who feels they made a few wrong turns in life. They can get back on the proper road; they just need to find themselves, and take a new look around from different eyes and grow into what they want to become, and not what others dictate. There is someone out there just waiting to extend a hand of hope. I felt I needed to be that person.
RJ
What has been the hardest part in the process of releasing your book so far?
KK
The hardest part of this process has been hitting send on my manuscript. I was done writing for almost a week and I kept looking at my computer, daily even hourly. I could only proofread so much, as re-living those events were almost crippling, as if it was re-enacting every horrifying moment I had: on repeat like a movie. I knew within my heart of hearts that whoever was the first to read this true story: would either write this, regardless of me, or reinvent it as a non-fiction book, based on true events. I chose to follow my dreams, instead of regretting something the rest of my life.
RJ
I've helped over thirty authors self-publish and I always encourage them to pick a cause to give back to society. My causes are: I donate free books, at my expense, to men and women in uniform, wounded soldiers (warriors) and victims of violent crimes. Have you picked a cause, or foundation, and if so tell us about it?
KK
Once a Year I would like to sponsor an individual, as I know how hard it is to start with nothing, and the obstacles you have to overcome in order to gain any real balance in this world. As we speak I am working on an annual grant from the provincial and federal government. Whatever they give, I will match! Annually, Once a year , a special person who has reached out to me and shared their own personal success story or just simply a story that has truly touched my heart of the obstacles they have overcome, or are having difficulties overcoming , I will chose. Then, I will hold a beautiful Gala Event and award them a cheque of $20,000 or more, so that they can achieve their dreams. It could be a down payment on a home, college or even a business, but I believe everyone deserves a chance to succeed, sometimes we have no one to help us, sometimes we try and try and we can’t seem to get ahead, I believe everyone needs a little angel on their shoulder cheering them on, I would like to be that person at least to someone.
RJ
With the much anticipated success with your trilogy, where do you see yourself in a year from now?
KK
Honestly, I see myself writing a column for a magazine, a place where people can send their questions on troubles their having and I can hopefully guide them, give them advice, people who have experienced life’s lessons tend to know more, can empathize better with people going through certain problems, or issues. . Sort of like a Dear Abby column. Perhaps RJ this becomes a movie you never know….This has opened doors that otherwise would have been closed for me, so all I can say is I am truly blessed to be where I am today.
RJ
Is there a reason you wrote three books instead of one?
KK
I believe a series was better, It would have been too long otherwise, have you ever read a good book and then all of a sudden it was done, just over, well with any good book/story there is always more or should be more. I as an avid reader never want a series to end, so for me to have written my true story in one book, would have never satisfied me, that was a huge moment for me deciding if I should make this a series or not, I decided a series.
My 1st book “Kerri On” leads up to a certain point, a point where I had a fork in the road, towards the end of the 1st Book I had to stop..…readers will understand why. I would often immerse myself in romance novels to fill a void I was otherwise lacking within my own life so perhaps one day there might be a 4th, simply called “Kerri” my own personal love story, you never know…
RJ
When can readers buy your first book, 'KERRI-ON' and where?
KK
You will be able to buy my book on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Chapters.. It will be available for pre-order by June 20th and then I will be releasing (Part 1) “Kerri On” July 7th.
RJ
What Is the next book called in your series?
KK
“Kerri-ed Away”
RJ
What was the easiest chapter you had to write in your first book?
KK
This is an easy answer, since I named my chapters, instead of numbering them. “My 1st kiss with a Hells Angel” That’s a chapter where you allow yourself to re-live something beautifully amazing.
RJ
Kerri, you're a very inspirational woman and probably the most positive person I know. Any advice you want to give men, women and teenagers?
KK
We all have feelings, we don’t always bleed when were hurt, but these hurtful things that can happen or are said: cause scars so deep they stay within you, forever echoing. So be careful the words you speak and the hands you raise. You’ll never know if the person your retaliating on, has already been bruised or hurt and you never know the impact you’re going make on someone, You just never how bruised another soul already is. When anyone is ready to take a new path in life, BE prepared to deal with the jealous people and malicious rumours, their only trying to bring you back to where you’re trying to leave or have left. We as people may know there false, but often times they can play on a person, so my advice is, hold your own truth and “Kerri On” as I did. I know what’s true and I know what’s false. Never let another person bring you down and only surround yourself with good positive people, that truly place smiles upon your face. Always be who your meant to be, no matter what!
Only we as people can change this world with small acts of kindness,( only us).! Thank you RJ for taking the time to read my book and having me on your blog..... Kerri
Kerri shares an inspirational journey, from a lonely child, to an abandoned teenager, abused wife , to an independent woman. She was belittled and victimized by people whom she loved and a man who used her in his own vindictive games. By finding the warmth within her heart and watching those around her she transformed her own self built prison walls of self-loathing to self discovery.
We are not alone she tells us: we are all deserving of the chance to be the child we were never allowed to be, and the adults we are meant to become.Kerri shares an inspirational journey, from a lonely child, to an abandoned teenager, abused wife , to an independent woman. She was belittled and victimized by people whom she loved and a man who used her in his own vindictive games.
“Kerri's Inspirational Story Is A Firsthand TestamentTo The Resiliency Of Her Spirit And Volition”
Bestselling Author RJ Parker
Official Website of Kerri Krysko "I have written my True Story, too help others , from parents , teenagers, to anyone who might need hope, a intrigue or even just a inspirational success story . I had a very lonely childhood, but yet I was still accountable for all I have done in my adult years, we all are. My journey starts from childhood, to whom I married ( I am a Hells Angels Ex Wife) to how I left as well as who I am now. May my journey help others to never feel alone, as well as show this world yes you can live healthy & happy, you can Kerri On......... you can leave and yes you can have that life you dream of....."
by RJ Parker
Kerri-On is the first book in a three part series, destined to become a #1 bestseller and most likely, a movie. This could be a 50 Shades of Black and White. I've had the privilege of interviewing Kerri, and the unveiling of her book cover.
RJ
Welcome to my blog Kerri. Over the past several weeks, you and I have become very good friends although we both live on separate coasts in Canada. I had the honor of reading your first book, Kerri-On, and to say the least, I found it so captivating that I couldn't put it down. I literally stayed up all night reading it and now can't wait for the second book. Tell us who Kerri is?
KK
I’m a well-grounded person. I love people, our community, places and nature. I like to be happy and show others that with a kind smile, no matter how bad things may seem, it’s okay, everything is going to be alright. Often times, when I see random strangers who look sad, miserable or upset I offer guidance, even friendship, because I know the feeling of loneliness, or speaking and not being heard. So I listen because that’s what I know they need. I take the time now to stop and admire the beauty that surrounds all of us. If I feel anything or anyone is off, I turn and go in the opposite direction now, as it feels safer, it feels better and it feels right. You ask who Is Kerri, I can only answer, I am finally me.
RJ
What made you want to write your story?
KK
RJ, the feeling of being unheard or simply lonely was very frightening for me, I know that feeling all to well. I felt as though if I shared my story, my journey in life, perhaps I could help someone or even save someone from making the same mistakes I did. I want the world to know these labels placed upon us at such early ages need to be lifted in order for these children and individuals to grow into what their meant to become. This community saved me and I felt I had to give something back. I bared my very soul in this book, hoping to offer guidance to our children and even parents, or even to anyone who feels they made a few wrong turns in life. They can get back on the proper road; they just need to find themselves, and take a new look around from different eyes and grow into what they want to become, and not what others dictate. There is someone out there just waiting to extend a hand of hope. I felt I needed to be that person.
RJ
What has been the hardest part in the process of releasing your book so far?
KK
The hardest part of this process has been hitting send on my manuscript. I was done writing for almost a week and I kept looking at my computer, daily even hourly. I could only proofread so much, as re-living those events were almost crippling, as if it was re-enacting every horrifying moment I had: on repeat like a movie. I knew within my heart of hearts that whoever was the first to read this true story: would either write this, regardless of me, or reinvent it as a non-fiction book, based on true events. I chose to follow my dreams, instead of regretting something the rest of my life.
RJ
I've helped over thirty authors self-publish and I always encourage them to pick a cause to give back to society. My causes are: I donate free books, at my expense, to men and women in uniform, wounded soldiers (warriors) and victims of violent crimes. Have you picked a cause, or foundation, and if so tell us about it?
KK
Once a Year I would like to sponsor an individual, as I know how hard it is to start with nothing, and the obstacles you have to overcome in order to gain any real balance in this world. As we speak I am working on an annual grant from the provincial and federal government. Whatever they give, I will match! Annually, Once a year , a special person who has reached out to me and shared their own personal success story or just simply a story that has truly touched my heart of the obstacles they have overcome, or are having difficulties overcoming , I will chose. Then, I will hold a beautiful Gala Event and award them a cheque of $20,000 or more, so that they can achieve their dreams. It could be a down payment on a home, college or even a business, but I believe everyone deserves a chance to succeed, sometimes we have no one to help us, sometimes we try and try and we can’t seem to get ahead, I believe everyone needs a little angel on their shoulder cheering them on, I would like to be that person at least to someone.
RJ
With the much anticipated success with your trilogy, where do you see yourself in a year from now?
KK
Honestly, I see myself writing a column for a magazine, a place where people can send their questions on troubles their having and I can hopefully guide them, give them advice, people who have experienced life’s lessons tend to know more, can empathize better with people going through certain problems, or issues. . Sort of like a Dear Abby column. Perhaps RJ this becomes a movie you never know….This has opened doors that otherwise would have been closed for me, so all I can say is I am truly blessed to be where I am today.
RJ
Is there a reason you wrote three books instead of one?
KK
I believe a series was better, It would have been too long otherwise, have you ever read a good book and then all of a sudden it was done, just over, well with any good book/story there is always more or should be more. I as an avid reader never want a series to end, so for me to have written my true story in one book, would have never satisfied me, that was a huge moment for me deciding if I should make this a series or not, I decided a series.
My 1st book “Kerri On” leads up to a certain point, a point where I had a fork in the road, towards the end of the 1st Book I had to stop..…readers will understand why. I would often immerse myself in romance novels to fill a void I was otherwise lacking within my own life so perhaps one day there might be a 4th, simply called “Kerri” my own personal love story, you never know…
RJ
When can readers buy your first book, 'KERRI-ON' and where?
KK
You will be able to buy my book on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Chapters.. It will be available for pre-order by June 20th and then I will be releasing (Part 1) “Kerri On” July 7th.
RJ
What Is the next book called in your series?
KK
“Kerri-ed Away”
RJ
What was the easiest chapter you had to write in your first book?
KK
This is an easy answer, since I named my chapters, instead of numbering them. “My 1st kiss with a Hells Angel” That’s a chapter where you allow yourself to re-live something beautifully amazing.
RJ
Kerri, you're a very inspirational woman and probably the most positive person I know. Any advice you want to give men, women and teenagers?
KK
We all have feelings, we don’t always bleed when were hurt, but these hurtful things that can happen or are said: cause scars so deep they stay within you, forever echoing. So be careful the words you speak and the hands you raise. You’ll never know if the person your retaliating on, has already been bruised or hurt and you never know the impact you’re going make on someone, You just never how bruised another soul already is. When anyone is ready to take a new path in life, BE prepared to deal with the jealous people and malicious rumours, their only trying to bring you back to where you’re trying to leave or have left. We as people may know there false, but often times they can play on a person, so my advice is, hold your own truth and “Kerri On” as I did. I know what’s true and I know what’s false. Never let another person bring you down and only surround yourself with good positive people, that truly place smiles upon your face. Always be who your meant to be, no matter what!
Only we as people can change this world with small acts of kindness,( only us).! Thank you RJ for taking the time to read my book and having me on your blog..... Kerri
Kerri shares an inspirational journey, from a lonely child, to an abandoned teenager, abused wife , to an independent woman. She was belittled and victimized by people whom she loved and a man who used her in his own vindictive games. By finding the warmth within her heart and watching those around her she transformed her own self built prison walls of self-loathing to self discovery.
We are not alone she tells us: we are all deserving of the chance to be the child we were never allowed to be, and the adults we are meant to become.Kerri shares an inspirational journey, from a lonely child, to an abandoned teenager, abused wife , to an independent woman. She was belittled and victimized by people whom she loved and a man who used her in his own vindictive games.
“Kerri's Inspirational Story Is A Firsthand TestamentTo The Resiliency Of Her Spirit And Volition”
Bestselling Author RJ Parker
Official Website of Kerri Krysko "I have written my True Story, too help others , from parents , teenagers, to anyone who might need hope, a intrigue or even just a inspirational success story . I had a very lonely childhood, but yet I was still accountable for all I have done in my adult years, we all are. My journey starts from childhood, to whom I married ( I am a Hells Angels Ex Wife) to how I left as well as who I am now. May my journey help others to never feel alone, as well as show this world yes you can live healthy & happy, you can Kerri On......... you can leave and yes you can have that life you dream of....."
May 27, 2013
Purchase THE PROTECTORS May 28 only for $0.99
A deal on Amazon Kindle Tuesday, May 28.... only $0.99 ... check it out....
THE PROTECTORS by Bernard Lee DeLeoPublished by RJ Parker Publishing
This action-packed, suspense-filled police story begins with a bit of righteous vigilant justice: After rescuing four kidnapped children from kiddie porn dealers, (he brutally executes the three kidnappers), the duo is pulled to desk duty and required to go through psychological evaluation. The straight-and-narrow psychologist has concerns about Connor's readiness to return to duty, so when their boss clears them for duty she decided to ride along.
Ex-Ranger Connor Bradwick and his partner, Ellie James, are an Oakland PD patrol team who care about the people of their community. They are tired of the bad guys trying to take over their turf.
Tired of picking up criminals just to have them released, Beckworth devises a plan of proactive patrolling. When parolees are released in their area, they will monitor the criminals' known places of business to catch them in the act or deter them from doing business. Their very first effort nets them an arrest and everything, both good and bad, snowballs from that point.
Elle has a smart attitude bigger than her six-foot-plus partner. Connor brings his experience as a soldier to the streets. Julie, the psychologist, finds herself more involved with this dynamic duo than she ever dreamed possible.
Pick up a copy today at the following Amazon sites:
AMAZON.COM $0.99 AMAZON.CA $0.99 AMAZON.UK £0.77
THE PROTECTORS by Bernard Lee DeLeoPublished by RJ Parker Publishing
This action-packed, suspense-filled police story begins with a bit of righteous vigilant justice: After rescuing four kidnapped children from kiddie porn dealers, (he brutally executes the three kidnappers), the duo is pulled to desk duty and required to go through psychological evaluation. The straight-and-narrow psychologist has concerns about Connor's readiness to return to duty, so when their boss clears them for duty she decided to ride along.
Ex-Ranger Connor Bradwick and his partner, Ellie James, are an Oakland PD patrol team who care about the people of their community. They are tired of the bad guys trying to take over their turf.
Tired of picking up criminals just to have them released, Beckworth devises a plan of proactive patrolling. When parolees are released in their area, they will monitor the criminals' known places of business to catch them in the act or deter them from doing business. Their very first effort nets them an arrest and everything, both good and bad, snowballs from that point.
Elle has a smart attitude bigger than her six-foot-plus partner. Connor brings his experience as a soldier to the streets. Julie, the psychologist, finds herself more involved with this dynamic duo than she ever dreamed possible.
Pick up a copy today at the following Amazon sites:
AMAZON.COM $0.99 AMAZON.CA $0.99 AMAZON.UK £0.77
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Here's an interesting breakdown of visits to my site by country. People from 87 countries have stopped by my website. Here are the top 10 countries:
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May 25, 2013
Kerri-On by Kerri Krysko - Ex-wife of a Hell's Angel
Kerri-On is the first of three books, and it is scheduled to be released in July. Kerri Krysko is an ex-wife of a full-patched Hell's Angel member. I was fortunate enough to recently read 'Kerri-On'. It is fraught with detail and emotion, and although at times heart-wrenching, it is also inspirational. Kerri writes from her heart and I believe that readers will love her and her books. She's a prolific up-and-coming author with good morals and just an exceptional caring person.
Stay tuned, within a week I will be interviewing fellow Canadian author Kerry Krysko, displaying her book cover and video trailer. By the way, the trailer is amazing and she's very proud of the person who produced it, her 15 1/2 year old son.
I'm flying out to British Columbia to be with her when her book launches for celebrations and support as we are very good friends. As of right now, she's self-publishing although numerous publishers have contacted her including, two of the Big 6 publishing houses. I'm predicting a bestseller within a month of being released.
Interview, book cover and video coming soon, right here.
Publishing houses can contact myself or Kerri at EMAIL
You can contact Kerri at:
Website Twitter Facebook Fan Page coming soon
Tag: Random House, Publisher, True Crime, Hell's Angels, New Release, Canadian Author, Ex-wife of Hell's Angel
Stay tuned, within a week I will be interviewing fellow Canadian author Kerry Krysko, displaying her book cover and video trailer. By the way, the trailer is amazing and she's very proud of the person who produced it, her 15 1/2 year old son.
I'm flying out to British Columbia to be with her when her book launches for celebrations and support as we are very good friends. As of right now, she's self-publishing although numerous publishers have contacted her including, two of the Big 6 publishing houses. I'm predicting a bestseller within a month of being released.
Interview, book cover and video coming soon, right here.
Publishing houses can contact myself or Kerri at EMAIL
You can contact Kerri at:
Website Twitter Facebook Fan Page coming soon
Tag: Random House, Publisher, True Crime, Hell's Angels, New Release, Canadian Author, Ex-wife of Hell's Angel
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Kerri-On by Kerri Krysko - Ex-wife of a Hell's Angel member
Kerri-On is the first of three books, and it is scheduled to be released in July. Kerri Krysko is an ex-wife of a full-patched Hell's Angel member. I was fortunate enough to recently read 'Kerri-On'. It is fraught with detail and emotion, and although at times heart-wrenching, it is also inspirational. Kerri writes from her heart and I believe that readers will love her and her books. She's a prolific up-and-coming author with good morals and just an exceptional caring person.
Stay tuned, within a week I will be interviewing fellow Canadian author Kerry Krysko, displaying her book cover and video trailer. By the way, the trailer is amazing and she's very proud of the person who produced it, her 15 1/2 year old son.
I'm flying out to British Columbia to be with her when her book launches for celebrations and support as we are very good friends. As of right now, she's self-publishing although numerous publishers have contacted her including, two of the Big 6 publishing houses. I'm predicting a bestseller within a month of being released.
Interview, book cover and video coming soon, right here.
You can contact Kerri at:
Website Twitter Facebook Fan Page coming soon
Stay tuned, within a week I will be interviewing fellow Canadian author Kerry Krysko, displaying her book cover and video trailer. By the way, the trailer is amazing and she's very proud of the person who produced it, her 15 1/2 year old son.
I'm flying out to British Columbia to be with her when her book launches for celebrations and support as we are very good friends. As of right now, she's self-publishing although numerous publishers have contacted her including, two of the Big 6 publishing houses. I'm predicting a bestseller within a month of being released.
Interview, book cover and video coming soon, right here.
You can contact Kerri at:
Website Twitter Facebook Fan Page coming soon
INTERVIEW WITH BESTSELLING AUTHOR - BERNARD LEE DELEO
INTERVIEW WITH
BERNARD LEE DELEO BY RJ PARKER
Bernard DeLeo owns a one man automotive repair shop in Oakland, CA. He writes adventure fiction and has written sixteen novels. He recently published a humorous paranormal romance, LAYLA, in November of 2012, and a YA paranormal trilogy, DEMON, DEMON INC., and DEMON AT WAR. But his action/mystery/thrillers that initially caught my eye were; HARDCASE, COLD BLOODED, MONSTER, SOTELLO, THE PROTECTORS....just to name a few.
He served aboard the USS Ranger (CVA61) from 1969 until November of 1972 and then earned an AA degree in Auto Technology from Chabot College in Hayward, CA, and a BA degree in English from Cal State Hayward. When not fixing cars and writing books, Bernard enjoys basketball, backpacking, and scuba diving.
Bernard, we've been friends and partners for some time now and I make no bones about it, you're by far my favorite author. I have not read a book you've written that I didn't like. Many of your books I've read two and three times. I've mentioned on facebook several times, and in interviews, that my favorite book of all time is COLD BLOODED. So we'll start with that book.
What influenced you to create Nick McCarty, the assassin and bestselling author in COLD BLOODED?
An on-line writing friend of mine, Amie Stuart, who has written many romance novels, started a discussion about adding human elements to a cold blooded killer. A jumble of ideas formed in my head about an assassin working for a shadowy government agency doing contract killing with a perverse sense of humor. He decides to start writing novels with a character that kills people for a living all over the world. To the chagrin of his bosses, he becomes a bestselling author with his assassin series. The cover fits perfectly, but Nick wants more. When he’s ordered to kill a young woman in the witness protection program, her picture reminds him of a first love from long ago. Nick’s a famous author, lives in the beautiful coastal town of Pacific Grove, and is rich – but he wants more. The novel starts with Nick traveling to observe Rachel, the woman he has been ordered to kill. Instead, after seeing Rachel, he heads east, and kills the man who ordered her death. That is where the roller coaster ride begins.
You've written many action books. In all of them, your main character is like an 'Action-Hero' who can shoot, fight, kick-ass. Tell us why you pick these hero type figures.
I grew up reading Edgar Rice Burroughs, Robert E Howard, Ian Fleming, Donald Hamilton, and John D MacDonald. Larger than life characters like Tarzan, John Carter, James Bond, Matt Helm, and Travis McGee captivated my imagination. I knew if I ever started writing novels, I would create my own set of larger than life heroes, but many with a darker side never envisioned by my childhood favorite authors.
In most all your books, if not all, you use fun, humor, and bantering which is a nice mix. Any particular reason you add humor?
I write what I love to read. One of my favorite authors is Janet Evanovitch. Her Stephanie Plum series is hilarious, but has a serious side too. Also, during the seventies, I began reading a series familiar to many. Written by Warren Murphy and Richard Sapir, the Destroyer series had it all for me – it combined satire, humor, bantering, and a nearly indestructible character named Remo Williams. I’m hooked on the humor side I can blend in with my writing. It makes the editing chore a lot more pleasant.
Many authors like myself stick with one genre which we're comfortable in. But you have something for everyone. Tell us about your genres you write in.
If I get struck by an idea, or a childhood memory, or a wrong that needs righting, a story pops into my head I can’t tell in one genre. THE PROTECTORS is of course a police/crime action novel with the ingredients I love: humor, bantering, and wrongs to be righted by badass characters. It began because I was haunted by a real life episode decades ago where an eleven year old boy escaped from inhuman monsters in a van. He led San Francisco police back to the van where they found the monsters and a kidnapped three year old girl. They arrested the monsters. I decided to write a novel beginning with a different ending for the monsters, administered by my character, Connor Bradwick. His partner, Ellie James, is based on a police woman who had my shop in Oakland on her beat. She didn’t take crap from anyone.
An idea about a computer hacking teen witch, where I could use my old hometown of Warren, Ohio led to the paranormal young adult novel STORM. I combined tongue-in-cheek elements of my own Buffy the Vampire Slayer, the X-Files, and even the X-Men for a gruesome story of occult murder. I mixed in teen angst, romance, humor, and a murderous woman witch.
While growing up, I read everything about the Knights of the Round Table, and Lancelot was my favorite. I hated the way the Camelot legend ended. I decided to change it by creating a paranormal adventure where a new legend is forged. In my novel LANCELOT, only a paranormal crew could take on the task of my remake of Camelot.
Action/adventure/thriller genres with a military and espionage flavor need larger than life characters to carry out my themes. For example in HARD CASE and MONSTER, my fictional golems John Harding and Jeremiah McDaniels (nicknamed Cold Mountain) hand out justice seldom seen in real life. When I read your true crime novels like TOP CASES OF THE FBI about serial killers and gangsters, the first thing that jutted into my head was an urge to send John Harding and the Cold Mountain out to set things right.
Science Fiction with monsters and space marines needed retelling with a brutal correction of ongoing events thrown in. I wrote CASSERINE to solve it all. I put together one of my favorite group of characters and had some of the most fun I’ve ever had as a writer.
What kind of books do you enjoy reading?
Anything with a combination of action, romance, and humor. At times I’ll get on a horror kick where I’ll read Dean Koontz and Stephen King.
Why did you write HARD CASE in first person POV?
It was a challenge. I wanted to see if I could create the cage fighting, espionage thriller through John Harding’s eyes. There are of course many drawbacks to first person POV. Every detail must be revealed through John. At first it was grueling, but as the story progressed, I began to see each scene through his eyes, making it an easier task. In the sequel coming out soon, I break the rules and use first and third person while introducing my new additions to John Harding’s crew in THE LURE OF HELL.
Do you watch UFC fighting?
Yes. My first experience with its predecessor, full contact karate, began when I studied karate in high school, and Tae Kwon Do in the service. I found out quickly it was not for me. Back then, I watched the full contact matches with undefeated octagon fighter, Chuck Norris. He was incredible. Most people only know him for his movie and TV roles, but he dominated full contact karate. When the UFC began televised matches, I got hooked on following some of the major fighters. Randy Coutour was one of my favorites, and I was glad to see him start getting some movie roles. It’s a brutal sport.
Did you serve in the military, maybe a Sniper? Ha
I served four years in the United States Navy. I was an Interior Communications tech aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ranger for three years from 1969 through 1972. I know you want to know about my fascination with snipers, partner. It began back then when stories began circulating about the deadliest Marine sniper of all time, Carlos Hathcock. That Marine accomplished missions unbelievable outside of the world of fiction.
One of my favorite books is HARD CASE with John Harding. Tell us about him and about your upcoming book this summer.
John Harding was my answer to people who have made victimhood a way of life. John grows up with an alcoholic father who beats the crap out of him whenever he’s on a bender. Harding endures. Rather than becoming a carbon copy of his father. He does what many with tough childhoods actually do in real life rather than hit the Oprah circuit – Harding makes a life for himself in a brutal but positive manner. One of my favorite all time scenes is when Harding goes to fight in an Oakland back alley warehouse:
“Even with the cool outside air rattling through cracks in the sheet metal walls, a pungent mix of sweat, cologne, perfume, rage, anger and fear assaulted my nose. I inhaled deeply. Walking into a dirty cesspool of an arena like this made my blood pound. It reminded me of home, fightin’ off my old man and the bimbos he accumulated. My fingers curled into tight fists at my sides - nothin’ like memories of Pa to get me in the mood.”
Oh Yeah! That’s John Harding in a nutshell, partner. With the sequel THE LURE OF HELL, I introduce Clint Dostiene and Lynn Montoya. Dostiene is a Company assassin with instinctive investigative skills. Lynn Montoya rounds out this deadly duo as probably the most brutal woman heroine I’ve ever created. She will strike a chord with women and men. These two cold blooded killers find a glimmer of hope in each other. John Harding helps them explore it, as he and his boss Denny Strobert stitch together Harding’s West Coast Murderer’s Row.
What qualities make a successful writer?
Imagination, ego, an ear for dialogue, and a strong grasp of life’s challenges are some of the keys to writing. A cement headed ego to write the way you want to is one of my personal ones, because in the end, if you don’t love what you write, the editing will drive you insane. When my writer friends mention critique partners and writing groups I tune out completely. I write alone. No critique partner could possibly know what I have in mind while reading the first chapter of a novel I’m writing. I don’t have Stephen King or Nora Roberts type fame and success. I have no idea if I ever will, which brings me to my last key point, a successful writer is one who passionately enjoys the creation and telling of a story, and steadfastly sees their creation through to the end, never knowing if the story will ever gain an audience. In other words, if you measure success in writing with monetary reward, you’re probably following the wrong dream path.
You've done both, self-published and traditional publishing, which would you recommend to a new writer?
If an author has dreams of book signings, the New York Times Bestseller list, and huge advance checks, traditional publishing is probably the only way to gain that type of success. It happens to very few. My advice for a new writer is keep writing and finishing novels, and editing them to a polished state of readiness. While querying agents with HARD CASE, I wrote three novels. HARD CASE was the last straw for me. I’m sticking with self-publishing, but for those writers set on traditional publishing, don’t stop writing. Keep producing and honing your skills.
Do you have any aspirations in having one of your books on the big screen? If you had a choice, which book would you like to see picked up by Hollywood?
I have the ambition. I’ve written four screenplays. I converted HARD CASE into a screenplay, and I’ve converted my young adult novel, DEMON, into three screenplays. All are feature length. There are a plethora of scams out there in the screenplay world, and although I plan to keep converting novels into screenplays, I believe any chance I have of achieving success will rely on my success as an author. It’s a very cool dream though.
In your opinion, is writing a natural gift or an acquired art?
Writing skill and editing are acquired arts. Imagination and bull headed determination are not learned. Anyone can write well with practice and training. Creating a story others want to read is a completely different matter. This business has become a combination of many skills. For example, an author could be creating the greatest stories ever done, but without marketing skill, the stories may never be read.
I realize you can only write part-time as you run a business, but how long does it take to write a book?
That’s a tough question. Sometimes a novel will eat me up from the inside out like my DEMON, DEMON INC, and DEMON AT WAR young adult trilogy, all full length novels, but completed in the span of around nine months. The soon to be released THE LURE OF HELL tore through me in two months time. HARD CASE took triple that time to write. Longer novels like my military novel PEACE which was around seven hundred pages took nearly a year to write. I have to admit, my day-job really doesn’t get in the way of my writing. The myth of starving artists hammering out torturous novels while only breaking for whiskey, a little food, and a few minutes sleep make me laugh. I write constantly, if not on my laptop, then in my head. I never worry about time to write. I worry about never losing track of my story. Story drives everything for me.
Thanks very much for the interview, partner. It was a pleasure. I hope we can share in projects for many years to come. THE LURE OF HELL will be a real kick for us I think.
Thank you my friend and partner for taking the time to answer a few questions for me and our fans who enjoy your books. Links to Bernard's books and social media contacts are listed below.
MONSTER
THE PROTECTORS
SOTELLO
AMERICAN MUTANT
LAYLA
STORM
DEMON trilogy
BERNARD LEE DELEO - SOCIAL MEDIA & VENUE LINKS
BLOG
AMAZON AUTHOR'S PAGE
AMAZON AUTHOR'S PAGE (UK)
SMASHWORDS
B&N NOOK
TWITTER
FACEBOOK
MY SPACE
LINKEDIN
EMAIL BERNARD
COMING JULY 4, 2013.....
HARD CASE II - THE LURE OF HELL
BERNARD LEE DELEO BY RJ PARKER
Bernard DeLeo owns a one man automotive repair shop in Oakland, CA. He writes adventure fiction and has written sixteen novels. He recently published a humorous paranormal romance, LAYLA, in November of 2012, and a YA paranormal trilogy, DEMON, DEMON INC., and DEMON AT WAR. But his action/mystery/thrillers that initially caught my eye were; HARDCASE, COLD BLOODED, MONSTER, SOTELLO, THE PROTECTORS....just to name a few.
He served aboard the USS Ranger (CVA61) from 1969 until November of 1972 and then earned an AA degree in Auto Technology from Chabot College in Hayward, CA, and a BA degree in English from Cal State Hayward. When not fixing cars and writing books, Bernard enjoys basketball, backpacking, and scuba diving.
Bernard, we've been friends and partners for some time now and I make no bones about it, you're by far my favorite author. I have not read a book you've written that I didn't like. Many of your books I've read two and three times. I've mentioned on facebook several times, and in interviews, that my favorite book of all time is COLD BLOODED. So we'll start with that book.
What influenced you to create Nick McCarty, the assassin and bestselling author in COLD BLOODED?
An on-line writing friend of mine, Amie Stuart, who has written many romance novels, started a discussion about adding human elements to a cold blooded killer. A jumble of ideas formed in my head about an assassin working for a shadowy government agency doing contract killing with a perverse sense of humor. He decides to start writing novels with a character that kills people for a living all over the world. To the chagrin of his bosses, he becomes a bestselling author with his assassin series. The cover fits perfectly, but Nick wants more. When he’s ordered to kill a young woman in the witness protection program, her picture reminds him of a first love from long ago. Nick’s a famous author, lives in the beautiful coastal town of Pacific Grove, and is rich – but he wants more. The novel starts with Nick traveling to observe Rachel, the woman he has been ordered to kill. Instead, after seeing Rachel, he heads east, and kills the man who ordered her death. That is where the roller coaster ride begins.
You've written many action books. In all of them, your main character is like an 'Action-Hero' who can shoot, fight, kick-ass. Tell us why you pick these hero type figures.
I grew up reading Edgar Rice Burroughs, Robert E Howard, Ian Fleming, Donald Hamilton, and John D MacDonald. Larger than life characters like Tarzan, John Carter, James Bond, Matt Helm, and Travis McGee captivated my imagination. I knew if I ever started writing novels, I would create my own set of larger than life heroes, but many with a darker side never envisioned by my childhood favorite authors.
In most all your books, if not all, you use fun, humor, and bantering which is a nice mix. Any particular reason you add humor?
I write what I love to read. One of my favorite authors is Janet Evanovitch. Her Stephanie Plum series is hilarious, but has a serious side too. Also, during the seventies, I began reading a series familiar to many. Written by Warren Murphy and Richard Sapir, the Destroyer series had it all for me – it combined satire, humor, bantering, and a nearly indestructible character named Remo Williams. I’m hooked on the humor side I can blend in with my writing. It makes the editing chore a lot more pleasant.
Many authors like myself stick with one genre which we're comfortable in. But you have something for everyone. Tell us about your genres you write in.
If I get struck by an idea, or a childhood memory, or a wrong that needs righting, a story pops into my head I can’t tell in one genre. THE PROTECTORS is of course a police/crime action novel with the ingredients I love: humor, bantering, and wrongs to be righted by badass characters. It began because I was haunted by a real life episode decades ago where an eleven year old boy escaped from inhuman monsters in a van. He led San Francisco police back to the van where they found the monsters and a kidnapped three year old girl. They arrested the monsters. I decided to write a novel beginning with a different ending for the monsters, administered by my character, Connor Bradwick. His partner, Ellie James, is based on a police woman who had my shop in Oakland on her beat. She didn’t take crap from anyone.
An idea about a computer hacking teen witch, where I could use my old hometown of Warren, Ohio led to the paranormal young adult novel STORM. I combined tongue-in-cheek elements of my own Buffy the Vampire Slayer, the X-Files, and even the X-Men for a gruesome story of occult murder. I mixed in teen angst, romance, humor, and a murderous woman witch.
While growing up, I read everything about the Knights of the Round Table, and Lancelot was my favorite. I hated the way the Camelot legend ended. I decided to change it by creating a paranormal adventure where a new legend is forged. In my novel LANCELOT, only a paranormal crew could take on the task of my remake of Camelot.
Action/adventure/thriller genres with a military and espionage flavor need larger than life characters to carry out my themes. For example in HARD CASE and MONSTER, my fictional golems John Harding and Jeremiah McDaniels (nicknamed Cold Mountain) hand out justice seldom seen in real life. When I read your true crime novels like TOP CASES OF THE FBI about serial killers and gangsters, the first thing that jutted into my head was an urge to send John Harding and the Cold Mountain out to set things right.
Science Fiction with monsters and space marines needed retelling with a brutal correction of ongoing events thrown in. I wrote CASSERINE to solve it all. I put together one of my favorite group of characters and had some of the most fun I’ve ever had as a writer.
What kind of books do you enjoy reading?
Anything with a combination of action, romance, and humor. At times I’ll get on a horror kick where I’ll read Dean Koontz and Stephen King.
Why did you write HARD CASE in first person POV?
It was a challenge. I wanted to see if I could create the cage fighting, espionage thriller through John Harding’s eyes. There are of course many drawbacks to first person POV. Every detail must be revealed through John. At first it was grueling, but as the story progressed, I began to see each scene through his eyes, making it an easier task. In the sequel coming out soon, I break the rules and use first and third person while introducing my new additions to John Harding’s crew in THE LURE OF HELL.
Do you watch UFC fighting?
Yes. My first experience with its predecessor, full contact karate, began when I studied karate in high school, and Tae Kwon Do in the service. I found out quickly it was not for me. Back then, I watched the full contact matches with undefeated octagon fighter, Chuck Norris. He was incredible. Most people only know him for his movie and TV roles, but he dominated full contact karate. When the UFC began televised matches, I got hooked on following some of the major fighters. Randy Coutour was one of my favorites, and I was glad to see him start getting some movie roles. It’s a brutal sport.
Did you serve in the military, maybe a Sniper? Ha
I served four years in the United States Navy. I was an Interior Communications tech aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ranger for three years from 1969 through 1972. I know you want to know about my fascination with snipers, partner. It began back then when stories began circulating about the deadliest Marine sniper of all time, Carlos Hathcock. That Marine accomplished missions unbelievable outside of the world of fiction.
One of my favorite books is HARD CASE with John Harding. Tell us about him and about your upcoming book this summer.
John Harding was my answer to people who have made victimhood a way of life. John grows up with an alcoholic father who beats the crap out of him whenever he’s on a bender. Harding endures. Rather than becoming a carbon copy of his father. He does what many with tough childhoods actually do in real life rather than hit the Oprah circuit – Harding makes a life for himself in a brutal but positive manner. One of my favorite all time scenes is when Harding goes to fight in an Oakland back alley warehouse:
“Even with the cool outside air rattling through cracks in the sheet metal walls, a pungent mix of sweat, cologne, perfume, rage, anger and fear assaulted my nose. I inhaled deeply. Walking into a dirty cesspool of an arena like this made my blood pound. It reminded me of home, fightin’ off my old man and the bimbos he accumulated. My fingers curled into tight fists at my sides - nothin’ like memories of Pa to get me in the mood.”
Oh Yeah! That’s John Harding in a nutshell, partner. With the sequel THE LURE OF HELL, I introduce Clint Dostiene and Lynn Montoya. Dostiene is a Company assassin with instinctive investigative skills. Lynn Montoya rounds out this deadly duo as probably the most brutal woman heroine I’ve ever created. She will strike a chord with women and men. These two cold blooded killers find a glimmer of hope in each other. John Harding helps them explore it, as he and his boss Denny Strobert stitch together Harding’s West Coast Murderer’s Row.
What qualities make a successful writer?
Imagination, ego, an ear for dialogue, and a strong grasp of life’s challenges are some of the keys to writing. A cement headed ego to write the way you want to is one of my personal ones, because in the end, if you don’t love what you write, the editing will drive you insane. When my writer friends mention critique partners and writing groups I tune out completely. I write alone. No critique partner could possibly know what I have in mind while reading the first chapter of a novel I’m writing. I don’t have Stephen King or Nora Roberts type fame and success. I have no idea if I ever will, which brings me to my last key point, a successful writer is one who passionately enjoys the creation and telling of a story, and steadfastly sees their creation through to the end, never knowing if the story will ever gain an audience. In other words, if you measure success in writing with monetary reward, you’re probably following the wrong dream path.
You've done both, self-published and traditional publishing, which would you recommend to a new writer?
If an author has dreams of book signings, the New York Times Bestseller list, and huge advance checks, traditional publishing is probably the only way to gain that type of success. It happens to very few. My advice for a new writer is keep writing and finishing novels, and editing them to a polished state of readiness. While querying agents with HARD CASE, I wrote three novels. HARD CASE was the last straw for me. I’m sticking with self-publishing, but for those writers set on traditional publishing, don’t stop writing. Keep producing and honing your skills.
Do you have any aspirations in having one of your books on the big screen? If you had a choice, which book would you like to see picked up by Hollywood?
I have the ambition. I’ve written four screenplays. I converted HARD CASE into a screenplay, and I’ve converted my young adult novel, DEMON, into three screenplays. All are feature length. There are a plethora of scams out there in the screenplay world, and although I plan to keep converting novels into screenplays, I believe any chance I have of achieving success will rely on my success as an author. It’s a very cool dream though.
In your opinion, is writing a natural gift or an acquired art?
Writing skill and editing are acquired arts. Imagination and bull headed determination are not learned. Anyone can write well with practice and training. Creating a story others want to read is a completely different matter. This business has become a combination of many skills. For example, an author could be creating the greatest stories ever done, but without marketing skill, the stories may never be read.
I realize you can only write part-time as you run a business, but how long does it take to write a book?
That’s a tough question. Sometimes a novel will eat me up from the inside out like my DEMON, DEMON INC, and DEMON AT WAR young adult trilogy, all full length novels, but completed in the span of around nine months. The soon to be released THE LURE OF HELL tore through me in two months time. HARD CASE took triple that time to write. Longer novels like my military novel PEACE which was around seven hundred pages took nearly a year to write. I have to admit, my day-job really doesn’t get in the way of my writing. The myth of starving artists hammering out torturous novels while only breaking for whiskey, a little food, and a few minutes sleep make me laugh. I write constantly, if not on my laptop, then in my head. I never worry about time to write. I worry about never losing track of my story. Story drives everything for me.
Thanks very much for the interview, partner. It was a pleasure. I hope we can share in projects for many years to come. THE LURE OF HELL will be a real kick for us I think.
Thank you my friend and partner for taking the time to answer a few questions for me and our fans who enjoy your books. Links to Bernard's books and social media contacts are listed below.
MONSTER
THE PROTECTORS
SOTELLO
AMERICAN MUTANT
LAYLA
STORM
DEMON trilogy
BERNARD LEE DELEO - SOCIAL MEDIA & VENUE LINKS
BLOG
AMAZON AUTHOR'S PAGE
AMAZON AUTHOR'S PAGE (UK)
SMASHWORDS
B&N NOOK
MY SPACE
EMAIL BERNARD
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