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There May Be More Victims of Serial Killers Than We Realize

In addition to keeping busy with my ongoing writing projects, I also think it is important to devote some time regularly to staying current on the latest research and news concerning criminology and forensics. In addition to maintaining my long-standing interest in these fields of study, I believe that keeping up-to-date with the latest news helps to add accuracy… Continue

Added by Jennifer Chase on May 13, 2009 at 8:00am — No Comments

Justice Delayed, but Justice Served

I was watching one of those “Cold Cases” programs on cable television over the weekend. I guess I could consider it research for further writing projects. The documentary focused on the shooting of two police officers in a small… Continue

Added by Jennifer Chase on May 11, 2009 at 8:00am — No Comments

A Current Photo is an Important Tool in Protecting Your Child

As my friends and regular readers of this blog already know, I have another passion in addition to writing thriller novels. I love to practice my hobby of photography and you often will find that I’ve posted some of my favorite shots on here for others to enjoy. Grabbing a camera… Continue

Added by Jennifer Chase on April 28, 2009 at 11:59am — No Comments

Are Women More Inclined to Write Compelling Crime Stories?

Like most other writers, from those who pour themselves into a secret journal every night to those who publish their works for the masses, I was an avid reader before I ever put my own pen to the page. I have read countless thriller and mystery books and have many authors in that genre who I consider to be my mentors and my inspiration. In my efforts to learn more about the craft… Continue

Added by Jennifer Chase on April 28, 2009 at 11:57am — 1 Comment

A Beautiful Day in Moss Landing for my Book Signing on Saturday, April 18, 2009

"Compulsion" Moss Landing is a great little community located on the Monterey Bay just about a 30-minute drive from Monterey, California along the historic Highway 1. For such a small town of barely 800 residents, it has something for everyone who…

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Added by Jennifer Chase on April 28, 2009 at 11:56am — No Comments

Interview with a California Police Sergeant About Crime and Public Safety

My novel Compulsion has raised some interesting questions about crime and public safety. The heroine, Emily Stone, tracks down pedophiles and serial killers, and then anonymously… Continue

Added by Jennifer Chase on April 7, 2009 at 10:29pm — No Comments

Recent Murders Remind Us That Violent Crime is All Too Real

My novel Compulsion focuses on the mind of a serial killer, one who focuses his criminal efforts over a period of time and often develops a particular trademark to his murderous deeds. The studies I completed in criminology and forensic science were largely motivated by my interest in what makes these…

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Added by Jennifer Chase on April 7, 2009 at 8:31am — No Comments

Another Rave Book Review by Teresa on the Novel "Compulsion"

I really appreciate all of the wonderful reviews and comments coming in about Compulsion. Thank you to everyone!

Title: Compulsion

Author: Jennifer Chase

Publisher: Outskirts Press

Book URL: http://outskirtspress.com/webpage.php?ISBN=978-1-4327-3416-9

Release Date: Available Now

ISBN: 978-1-4327-3416-9

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Added by Jennifer Chase on April 3, 2009 at 7:25pm — No Comments

Serial Killer: Another Profession Dominated By Men

(Not the actual Serial Killer)

Many people have asked me about my decision to make the protagonist in Compulsion a woman. The main character, Emily Stone, certainly enters into a dangerous field that is dominated by her male counterparts. Think of the…

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Added by Jennifer Chase on April 3, 2009 at 7:22pm — No Comments

Will Crime Increase in This Economy?

The current recession that has taken hold of our country is afflicting every area of our lives. I have no doubt that some of you reading this blog have recently lost your job or are working with the threat that the pink slip may come at any time. If not, I imagine you know someone who is facing unemployment for the… Continue

Added by Jennifer Chase on April 1, 2009 at 8:19am — No Comments

Author Jennifer Chase Interviewed by The Bookworm

Today I have a special treat for my blog readers, author Jennifer Chase has stopped by for an interview.thebookworm07.blogspot.com/2009/03/author-interview-jennifer-chase.html

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Added by Jennifer Chase on April 1, 2009 at 8:17am — 1 Comment

Have You Ever Been Tempted to Make a Citizen’s Arrest?

In my new book Compulsion, protagonist Emily Stone makes it her mission to track down the criminals who terrorize neighborhoods in her home city and beyond. If there is a pedophile, rapist, or murderer yet to be captured, Stone will be hot on his trail. She uses her…

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Added by Jennifer Chase on March 27, 2009 at 3:06am — No Comments

Writers Manual welcomes you! An interview about Jennifer Chase

Interview by Writers Manual

www.writersmanual.com/show.php?id=2&uid=849

Tell us a bit about yourself.

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Added by Jennifer Chase on March 25, 2009 at 12:54pm — No Comments

Stranger in Danger! Would You Step In to Help?

You are taking a leisurely walk through your neighborhood park and you witness a man who is engaged in a heated fight with his girlfriend and roughly pushes her to the ground. Do you step in and tell him to back off? While watching your young daughter laugh with glee as she flies down the slide by herself for the very first time, you overhear another mother screaming at… Continue

Added by Jennifer Chase on March 25, 2009 at 11:59am — No Comments

Thank you once again for all the great reviews you are sending me!

Superb! A must-read! Belongs in the library of every serious reader….need I say more?

Chase has really outdone herself with the first in a series of cop thrillers. Compulsion is nothing but the quintessential page-turner that every reader hopes for when they first open a new book. Comparable to the likes of Lawrence Sanders’ Deadly Sins series,… Continue

Added by Jennifer Chase on March 23, 2009 at 8:00pm — No Comments

Here's what police officers are saying about "Compulsion"

Being a police officer is a tough and dangerous job. I respect and applaud their tireless efforts to keep us safe. I mourn with them when an officer is killed in the line of duty. I thank them for the freedoms we sometimes take for granted in a civilized society. I am so inspired that they enjoyed my book.

"Jennifer Chase has hit on the core of Homicide…

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Added by Jennifer Chase on March 23, 2009 at 7:22pm — No Comments

Gone To The Dogs – Clifford’s Story

Clifford’s story begins in a backyard puppy mill. It is a place where animals are bred and housed in appalling conditions for the sole purpose to make money. These are not breeders or trained animal handlers, these are people who see the opportunity to make money from breeding all types of animals. Some of these animals die, some suffer from…

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Added by Jennifer Chase on March 21, 2009 at 7:12pm — No Comments

Which Cities Could Use Emily Stone the Most?

Have you ever gotten so frustrated with the crime that you see occurring in your neighborhood that you are tempted to take the law into your own hands? It could be small issues like teenagers who repeatedly leave rolls of toilet paper strung through the trees of elderly members in the community or drivers who carelessly throw trash out the window while driving down your… Continue

Added by Jennifer Chase on March 20, 2009 at 10:48am — No Comments

Jennifer Chase Book Signing

Event: Compulsion Book Signing

Where: Haute Gallery

Location: 7902D Moss Landing Road, Moss Landing, CA

Date: Saturday, April 18th, 2009

Time: 11:30am - 2:00pm

Refreshments and snacks will be…

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Added by Jennifer Chase on March 18, 2009 at 8:44pm — No Comments

Would Emily Stone Pass the Test?

In my new novel Compulsion, Emily Stone is a strong female personality in a world that is largely dominated by men. She is a private investigator who has to use both her brains and her physical strength to stay one step ahead of the criminals who she is tracking and trying to bring to justice. When circumstances…

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Added by Jennifer Chase on March 16, 2009 at 11:53pm — No Comments