I usually write about crime and courtrooms, but if John Steinbeck can write a travel book about his dog, I thought I could tell you about my 
recent adventure to Ecuador, Peru, and Machu Picchu. One of the things I wanted to do more than anything else was go into the Amazon basin. The Amazon River actually starts …
Years ago, John Steinbeck wrote a book called, Travels With Charlie. If he could write about traveling with his favorite dog, maybe I can write about Travels With Colin. In a change from crime news, I decided to do a short series on my recent adventure to South America. I’ll try to convince you about why you …
In my newest book, Up Like Thunder, my main character, Pete Chandler, goes to the country of Myanmar in SE Asia to find and rescue an American woman. She had been working in Myanmar when she disappeared into thin air. While looking for her, he is threatened himself and worries if he’ll also disappear! In the meantime, I …
I’ve been out of the country, visiting Ecuador and Peru for a little over two weeks. I’ve got some great stories to tell in the next couple posts about the people and events I experienced. In the meantime, let’s keep this post somewhat tied to courts and crime. I’m sure all of you have been stopped by the …
Many people think convicting the bad guys is the toughest part of working as a prosecuting attorney. That is difficult, as I know from the time I worked as a county prosecutor. He/she must make certain all the evidence to convict is assembled, witnesses are available, and that she is prepared for any defense arguments about the procedure …
I’ve worked for years in the criminal justice system and have seen how our prisons in the U.S. have filled to over-flowing. Our country now puts more people in prison than any other country in the world except Russia and Iran. It’s time that we should release prisoners.
Does this sound odd? Scary? Irresponsible? Especially, in light of …
People often tell me at book events that they’d like to become writers. They have an idea for a story . . . “How do I start?” they ask. I’ve had five novels and two short stories published. (The second one will be out next year) Here are my suggestions for you to start writing your book:
Where do you want me to send your free book?