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November 3, 2022

October Patreon Posts Insider News and WIP

I’m a little late getting this up, but I posted over on Patreon an Insider News post and a WIP (work in progress) post.

The WIP post is the first chapter of Jake Ramsey #4. It will be coming out in a few months! Anybody subscribed at the $3.99 or $7.99 levels will get an ebook copy of the FULL NOVEL as part of their subscription. This is a way for people to get the novel outside of Amazon. It will be available in the usual formats.

For those who aren’t aware, I have three different Patreon monthly subscription levels:

$1.99 – Insider News + WIP + Ebook short stories

$3.99 – Insider News + WIP Post + Ebook Novels + Short Stories

$7.99 – Insider News + WIP + Ebooks (Novels & Short Stories) + Audiobooks

You can subscribe here.

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Published on November 03, 2022 12:30

November 2, 2022

The Good Client is in Prime Reading!

It actually has been for a while.

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Published on November 02, 2022 19:19

The Verdict: Chapter 1

My watch vibrated, indicating that I’d just received a text message. I’d been expecting a text from somebody else, so I was surprised it was a message from Barbara Sampson, my ex-girlfriend.

“Mitch, you have a second?”

I was so overcome with the satisfaction of successfully wrapping up my most recent case, the trial of Candy Carlisle, that it didn’t immediately occur to me to wonder what Barbara wanted.

I responded back. “Sure.”

Has she finally dumped that slimeball Thomas Guyton? I wondered.

A group of nearby reporters was heading toward me. I turned away because I wasn’t in the mood to speak with them.

“Can you come?” Barbara included an address I didn’t recognize in her message.

I frowned as I studied the address, wondering where it was.

“I’ll be right there.”

“Hurry.”

My pulse started pounding when I thought about her stalker.

I increased my pace.

It took me a moment to remember the man’s name.

I’d learned it from Detective Stephanie Gray but had never done anything with it because my law partner Veronica had handled the restraining order.

Clyde Montague.

Was Montague at it again?

Barbara was still on speed dial in my car, so I tried calling as soon as I got inside, but she didn’t answer.

I sped through the busy streets of Chicago, headed toward the address she’d given me, pushing the maneuverability of my Porsche as I spun around a turn and floored the gas while keeping a lookout for cops. I gave it a couple of minutes and then tried calling again.

She still didn’t pick up.

“Why’d she reach out, Mitch?” I asked as I parked at the address she’d given me.

It was an apartment building, but it was not her apartment building.

A fresh wave of concern rushed over me.

Perhaps if she’d texted me at a different moment, I might have immediately recognized the urgency of her message. The one consolation I had was that it hadn’t taken me long to figure out she might be in trouble.

I’d thought she’d sent me the address of a restaurant or someplace like that.

I hadn’t expected an apartment building. I considered calling her again but figured she might not pick up.

“I’m here,” I texted. “Where are you?”

Her response was immediate.

“I’m on the eighth floor. Room 813. I have to buzz you in at the door downstairs.”

I soon stood at the front door, buzzing room 813.

I expected Barbara to say something, but she didn’t. She just released the locking mechanism, allowing me to enter the building.

I usually preferred to take the stairs whenever I could, so I didn’t even think about it when I came to a stairwell and rushed up. It wasn’t until I was on the sixth floor landing that I realized taking the elevator might have been faster. I was sprinting up the stairs, so perhaps it wouldn’t have made much of a difference. I wasn’t yet winded, and the adrenaline pumping through my veins could only help. I just had two more levels to go, so I didn’t bother to find an elevator.

I didn’t know what I’d be facing when I got there, but my instincts told me I’d need every faculty at my disposal to deal with whatever was waiting for me on the eighth floor. I was also glad for the physical exertion because my mind was working better than it had all day.

Barbara’s refusal to say anything at the door spoke volumes. Even though I didn’t know what I’d find, I instinctively knew I was walking into a situation for which I was ill-prepared.

What could it be? I wondered, trying to avoid speculation even as my mind took me to impossibly horrible places.

I finally arrived on the eighth-floor landing but stopped before walking out in the hallway.

Something told me that this could change my relationship with Barbara forever. I inhaled deeply, holding it for the count of ten before exhaling.

Everything’s fine. She just wants to get back together. That’s it.

I couldn’t believe the lie.

Something was wrong.

The little I already knew about the situation screamed something terrible had happened. Every footstep down the hallway increased my trepidation. I stopped at door 813 and knocked.

Nobody answered.

I knocked again, checking the number with the text message on my phone to make sure I had the right place.

It’s 813, just like she said.

Barbara opened the door as I reached for the doorbell, letting the chain catch so I could only see her face.

“Mitch.”

Her voice was so quiet it was barely audible. I wouldn’t have known she’d even spoken if I hadn’t seen her lips move.

“Barbara, what’s going on?”

“Something’s happened.” She glanced to either side as if afraid somebody might be eavesdropping on our conversation. I could appreciate her desire for confidentiality.

“Open the door. I’ll come in.”

Barbara shook her head. “You can’t. You can’t get involved… in this.”

My eyes narrowed. “Involved in what?”

Barbara closed her eyes, and she shook her head again. “I didn’t know who else to call.”

“What’s going on, Barbara?”

“It’s Thomas Guyton. He’s dead.”

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Published on November 02, 2022 15:18

November 1, 2022

A few updates: The Verdict, Jake Ramsey #4, Jason Maxfield #3, Patreon, and Substack

At long last, The Verdict is now out and officially published! You get to read the next chapter in Mitch Turner’s story. I had great fun writing this one and hope you enjoy it! Mitch Turner is at his finest, even though he has incredible obstacles.

Also, at the same time, I wrote much of the first draft of Mitch Turner number 5. I don’t normally write two books at once but I did this time. I expect that to be available in late 2023! 

Jake Ramsey #4 is up next, and that will be followed by Jason Maxfield #3. I can’t wait to get both of these books into your hands. 

Stay tuned. 

I’ve also set up a Patreon account. For a monthly subscription fee you get access to:

Monthly insider news postMonthly work in progress postA digital copy of each new short story before it is officially publishedA digital copy of each new novel before it is officially published

And there is also a subscription tier that provides a digital copy of each new audiobook before it is officially published.

You can find it here: https://www.patreon.com/dandeckerbooks/membership

Also, the first three chapters of The Verdict are available to all on Patreon right now

And if there are any writers in the audience, I have established a substack page where I will occasionally post my thoughts on writing and publishing. You can find it here: https://dandecker.substack.com/

Finally, a big thank you to you, the reader! I greatly enjoy the feedback I continually receive from you on my work. 

I hope you enjoy The Verdict!

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Published on November 01, 2022 13:50

October 26, 2022

The first three chapters of The Verdict

The first three chapters of The Verdict are available to all on Patreon right now

For those who don’t know, for a monthly subscription fee you get access to:

Monthly insider news postMonthly work in progress postA digital copy of each new short story before it is officially publishedA digital copy of each new novel before it is officially published

And there is also a subscription tier that provides a digital copy of each new audiobook before it is officially published.

You can find it here: https://www.patreon.com/dandeckerbooks/membership

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Published on October 26, 2022 16:51

Mitch Turner #4, The Verdict, is now available!

MITCH TURNER’S EX-GIRLFRIEND IS IN SERIOUS TROUBLE.

Defense attorney Mitch Turner has just successfully resolved a challenging case when he receives a text message from his ex-girlfriend Barbara Sampson. Her message is cryptic, and his efforts to get more information don’t yield anything. Sensing trouble and knowing little more than an address, Mitch flies through the city, hoping his instincts are off. But he fears that something is terribly wrong.

Mitch’s concerns only increase when he finds Barbara—crouching on the floor and covered in somebody else’s blood.

MITCH’S HANDS ARE TIED.

Barbara is in a world of trouble. Mitch tries to do what he can but soon finds himself on the outside looking in. Mitch takes on a new client that has been charged with felony murder, hoping it will distract him from Barbara’s challenges. It seems to help, but he finds it increasingly difficult to maintain his focus because he is sure he can recover the situation for Barbara.

WILL THE CONSEQUENCES CHANGE MITCH FOREVER?

Mitch is in too deep before he realizes that he’s risking malpractice and that his new client might suffer for his mistakes. Mitch is at risk of losing everything.

His reputation. His career. The woman he thought he loved.

And maybe even his life.

Can Mitch turn things around before it’s too late? Or will he have to live with the consequences?

Pick up your copy today to find out!

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Published on October 26, 2022 12:48

October 6, 2022

New Mitch Turner Short Story: The Abduction

Defense attorney Mitch Turner has just walked down the courthouse steps after a contentious hearing where he was arguing with the judge when he realizes he isn’t alone. Senator Osvaldo K. Walmsley and his entourage are right behind him. They’re followed by Walmsley’s accuser, Aurelia Garcia.

Mitch walks away, thinking it has nothing to do with him. He’s only a few blocks from the courthouse when Aurelia almost pushes him over in her haste to get past.

Minutes later, Mitch witnesses her abduction but is unable to stop it.

He calls the authorities but senses that time is of the essence, so he decides to take matters into his own hands. Can Mitch find Aurelia before anything bad happens to her?

Can he figure out who’s behind her abduction?

Get your copy of this thrilling short story today to find out!

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Published on October 06, 2022 12:25

September 29, 2022

Mitch Turner #4 + Patreon

I’ve just launched a Patreon page where you can preorder The Verdict, Mitch Turner #4. You can find it here! This is from the Patreon page:


Welcome to the Dan Decker Patreon page!


The purpose of this page is to provide an early copy of my upcoming ebooks. I’ll usually include an option for an audiobook. (If there isn’t an audiobook, I’ll turn off the affected options so that you’re not charged!)


This is PAY PER CREATION.


This means you won’t get charged unless there is something you’ll receive for supporting the Patreon page!


For a while now, I’ve wanted to provide early access to my work, so I’ve set up this Patreon page to do just that. Most of my upcoming works will still be available in the usual channels. I plan to have the next ebook available here at least one week before its official release. 


If this is your first time learning of me, you can learn more about my work at DanDeckerBooks.com. You’ll also receive a free short story in both ebook and audiobook formats if you sign up for my newsletter. You can find that here.


I’ve published numerous novels, including, The Good Client, The Victim’s Wife, The Presumption, The Killer’s Club, Max Damage, Bad Blood, and the list goes on.


Thanks for stopping by!


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Published on September 29, 2022 12:14

September 28, 2022

September 26, 2022

Stay tuned …

big announcement coming soon.

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Published on September 26, 2022 14:08