Today, my good friend and award-winning prolific author, Marilyn Meredith, visits my blog to discuss how she comes up with titles for her novels. Having written dozens of books, she knows what she’s talking about. Tell us how you do it, Marilyn. Thanks, John. Every author has his or her own way of doing this—butContinue reading “Choosing Book Titles”
Category Archives: Writing
The Real Story About Cops
Today I’m hosting Ben Celano, author of BEAT COP, CHICAGO BLUE, Reflections of a “Street Grunt,” books one and two. As a former Chicago police officer, I enjoy reading books written by my former colleagues. Please join me as we learn a little bit about Officer Celano and his books. Ben, please give my readersContinue reading “The Real Story About Cops”
Thirty Years Worth of Cop Stories
Today I’m pleased to host retired Chicago Police Sergeant Larry Casey. His book, Stories of a Chicago Police Officer: Serious, Hilarious, Unbelievable, but True, is a collection of personal anecdotes culled from his 30 years’ experience working the streets of the ‘Windy City.’ By way of background, Larry’s grandfather and father were both Chicago cops,Continue reading “Thirty Years Worth of Cop Stories”
How Do I Become A Writer?
You’ve finished your book, editing and proofing are completed, cover is finished and it’s on its way to the publisher. Now the big question—Will anyone read my work? Chilean author, Isabel Allende, once said that writing a book is like putting a message in a bottle and throwing it in the ocean. You never knowContinue reading “How Do I Become A Writer?”
Janet Greger’s New Offering Hits The Mark
Good friend and fellow author, Janet Greger, loves to create new ways for her readers to enjoy her mysteries. In her latest novel, Riddled With Clues, her tale is rife with riddles that challenge the reader and enhance the story. Join me in welcoming Janet to my blog as she explains her take on creatingContinue reading “Janet Greger’s New Offering Hits The Mark”
John M. Wills 