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Emily’s Crime Watch – Tip #2

Emily’s main driving force in Compulsion is to track down child abductors and child murderers in order to have them brought to justice. She feels that it’s most important to protect the innocent from the evil in society… Continue

Added by Jennifer Chase on May 29, 2009 at 8:39am — No Comments

Profiles are Helpful, but Should Never Limit the Search

George Metesky, “The Mad Bomber”

I have always been amazed at the ability of FBI profilers to piece together seemingly trivial shreds of information to develop a thorough character sketch of a wanted criminal. My respect for this process only heightened after engaging in my own… Continue

Added by Jennifer Chase on May 29, 2009 at 8:30am — No Comments

Recent Book Reviews of Compulsion

A wild ride! Jennifer Chase has written a deliciously twisted tale that will keep you turning page after page. From a title than draws you in from the get go to a plot line that rivets, Compulsion was simultaneously entertaining and insightful. Chase has a knack for placing the reader inside the tormented mind of the serial killer, you really get a sense…

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Added by Jennifer Chase on May 28, 2009 at 8:00am — No Comments

Fourth Amendment vs. Emily Stone

In my new book Compulsion, protagonist Emily Stone takes extensive measures to gather surveillance evidence against some of the worst criminals on our streets. She hides in her truck, the woods, or any other available cover to record the photographs and videos that will bring yet another pedophile,… Continue

Added by Jennifer Chase on May 26, 2009 at 8:00am — No Comments

Audience with an Agent contest at Novel Matters

I blog regularly with five fantastic authors and we have a contest going on right now that will land someone an audience with an agent. Visit http://www.novelmatters.blogspot.com to check out our guidelines (under 'Promotions') to see how your manuscript can be one of the five chosen to be read by agent Wendy Lawton of Books and Such Literary Agency. Our deadline for accepting submissions is July 31st. Hope to see yours there!

Added by Debbie Fuller Thomas on May 25, 2009 at 11:30pm — No Comments

The True Meaning of "Compulsion"

Have you ever had a craving for a certain type of food? Perhaps an overwhelming urge to bungee jump? What causes us to feel these overwhelming feelings? You may feel that these are trivial examples of “testing fate,” but think about it. You’re probably rationalizing that while people get cravings or urges, they can control them.

Some can control it, others…

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Added by Jennifer Chase on May 25, 2009 at 8:00am — No Comments

Emily’s Crime Watch – Tip #1

Emily Stone is the heroine in my novel Compulsion. She expertly tracks down pedophiles and serial killers and then anonymously emails…

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Added by Jennifer Chase on May 14, 2009 at 8:18am — No Comments

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

Format:… Continue

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

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