All Discussions Tagged 'novels' - CrimeSpace2024-03-28T19:41:13Zhttp://crimespace.ning.com/forum/topic/listForTag?tag=novels&feed=yes&xn_auth=noBest crime novels set in the 1960stag:crimespace.ning.com,2016-07-06:537324:Topic:4160742016-07-06T13:33:15.980ZPeter Bartramhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/PeterBartram
<p>I've been asked to write an article on the 10 best crime novels set in the 1960s. I've got my own ideas - but I'd like to hear what other people think. Any suggestions?</p>
<p>I've been asked to write an article on the 10 best crime novels set in the 1960s. I've got my own ideas - but I'd like to hear what other people think. Any suggestions?</p> Selling Print Copies outside the UStag:crimespace.ning.com,2011-10-21:537324:Topic:3199472011-10-21T18:40:03.247ZMark Younghttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/MarkYoung
<p>Here is another opportunity for me to demonstrate my ignorance ... again! Those of us who are indie authors/publishers offer our novels both as eBooks and print. Since I must do pretty much everything on my own, I've tried to reach markets outside the through Amazon's affiliates like Amazon.uk, Amazon.de, Amazon.fr, etc as well as other non-Amazon sites. My EeBooks have been easy to connect to those web sites of Amazon's affiliatesm and I have been able to sell them overseas. However,…</p>
<p>Here is another opportunity for me to demonstrate my ignorance ... again! Those of us who are indie authors/publishers offer our novels both as eBooks and print. Since I must do pretty much everything on my own, I've tried to reach markets outside the through Amazon's affiliates like Amazon.uk, Amazon.de, Amazon.fr, etc as well as other non-Amazon sites. My EeBooks have been easy to connect to those web sites of Amazon's affiliatesm and I have been able to sell them overseas. However, print books are a different breed.<br/><br/>Does anyone know how to painlessly offer their novels to connections like Amazon.uk without opening up a bank account there through their Advantage program or paying Nielsen BookData fees?</p>
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<p>Thanks in advance.</p> Stand Alone vs. Series Novelstag:crimespace.ning.com,2011-10-07:537324:Topic:3177222011-10-07T16:56:25.470ZPatricia Gligorhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/pgligor
When I conceived the idea for my first mystery/suspense novel, <i>Mixed Messages</i>, my goal was to write a stand alone novel. I planned to introduce and develop my characters, tell their story and, by the end of the book, tie up any loose ends, leaving the reader satisfied. My plan is still basically the same but my goal has changed.<br></br>
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As I got further and further into writing my novel, I realized that, for various reasons, I didn't want to say "goodbye" to my characters; they had…
When I conceived the idea for my first mystery/suspense novel, <i>Mixed Messages</i>, my goal was to write a stand alone novel. I planned to introduce and develop my characters, tell their story and, by the end of the book, tie up any loose ends, leaving the reader satisfied. My plan is still basically the same but my goal has changed.<br/>
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As I got further and further into writing my novel, I realized that, for various reasons, I didn't want to say "goodbye" to my characters; they had more to say and do. So, I decided to write a sequel, <i>Unfinished Business</i>. I'm now in the early stages of plotting the third novel in the series. My characters refuse to let me go.<br/>
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While I've read and enjoyed many stand alone novels, I've found that they often leave me wanting more; I want to know where the story and the characters go from there. I love reading mystery series because I like getting to know the characters and following them from book to book. For example, I eagerly await <i>V is for Vengeance</i> by Sue Grafton. I will be sad when I finish reading the last in the A-Z series because Kinsey Millhone has become almost like a friend to me, as have some of Sue's other characters. Also, I've recently read <i>Scared Stiff</i> by Annelise Ryan and I'm eager to read the other books in her series. Her main character, Mattie Winston, is absolutely hilarious; I laughed out loud as I read. And, there are so many others.<br/>
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I realize that stating that my characters won't let me go may sound silly to anyone who doesn't write fiction but I'm convinced that other writers get it. The proof of that, I think, is in the publication of so many series. While authors like Sue Grafton sign on from the start to write a series, I believe that many others find themselves in the same position that I did. The first novel is finished but the characters are begging for a second book to be written. And a third. . . .<br/> Re: any interest in a blog about serial killers, stalkers and domestic homicides?tag:crimespace.ning.com,2011-07-27:537324:Topic:3020502011-07-27T01:02:50.103ZSusanhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/Susan
<p>Hi folks,</p>
<p>I've put up a "test version" of my Dark Deeds blog. In August I plan to start doing a weekly synopsis of an actual case file. Do you think there's an interest in that sort of thing out in the blogosphere? I don't plan to cover the "usual suspects" like John Wayne Gacy or BTK or Son of Sam, etc, just some that I've stumbled upon while researching my novels, one of which involves a serial killer, the other a stalker. </p>
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<p>I'm open to suggestions, comments, etc. And…</p>
<p>Hi folks,</p>
<p>I've put up a "test version" of my Dark Deeds blog. In August I plan to start doing a weekly synopsis of an actual case file. Do you think there's an interest in that sort of thing out in the blogosphere? I don't plan to cover the "usual suspects" like John Wayne Gacy or BTK or Son of Sam, etc, just some that I've stumbled upon while researching my novels, one of which involves a serial killer, the other a stalker. </p>
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<p>I'm open to suggestions, comments, etc. And also to linking to other blogs about crime. Here's the link: <a href="http://darkdeeds.susanfleet.com/index.html" target="_blank">Dark Deeds</a></p>
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<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>Susan </p>
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<p> </p> Novel writing introverts need not apply?tag:crimespace.ning.com,2011-04-05:537324:Topic:2821282011-04-05T17:49:35.443ZCopper Smithhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/CopperSmith
<p>Remember when writers could be wallflowers, even recluses? Laura Miller of Slate does.</p>
<p>In this thought-provoking article she ponders what we could be missing in a world where aggressive self-marketing and mastery of social media seem to matter more than sheer talent:</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.salon.com/books/laura_miller/story/index.html?story=/books/laura_miller/2011/03/29/writer_sell_thyself" target="_blank">Author, sell thyself</a></p>
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<p>Remember when writers could be wallflowers, even recluses? Laura Miller of Slate does.</p>
<p>In this thought-provoking article she ponders what we could be missing in a world where aggressive self-marketing and mastery of social media seem to matter more than sheer talent:</p>
<p>(see link)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.salon.com/books/laura_miller/story/index.html?story=/books/laura_miller/2011/03/29/writer_sell_thyself" target="_blank">Author, sell thyself</a></p>
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<p>Your thoughts?</p>
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<p>Can anyone recommend an agent in UK and another for the USA?</p>
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<p>Regards</p>
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<p>Steve</p>
<p>Can anyone recommend an agent in UK and another for the USA?</p>
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<p>Regards</p>
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<p>Steve</p> Why are murder mysteries so popular?tag:crimespace.ning.com,2008-08-21:537324:Topic:1568862008-08-21T17:31:02.767ZPauline Rowsonhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/PaulineRowson
I've just read an interesting article in <a href="http://www.kansan.com/stories/2008/aug/21/books/?opinion">The University Daily Kansan</a>, the student voice of the University of Kansas, which was brought to me in the UK courtesy of the Book2Book web site. It asked the question why are so many people fascinated with the crime/mystery genre?<br />
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In the “Library Journal” Random House declared mysteries their most popular audio books. And, claims the article, the ever-steady demand for the genre…
I've just read an interesting article in <a href="http://www.kansan.com/stories/2008/aug/21/books/?opinion">The University Daily Kansan</a>, the student voice of the University of Kansas, which was brought to me in the UK courtesy of the Book2Book web site. It asked the question why are so many people fascinated with the crime/mystery genre?<br />
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In the “Library Journal” Random House declared mysteries their most popular audio books. And, claims the article, the ever-steady demand for the genre seems odd, given that most mystery novels concern what few people want to think about - death.<br />
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So why do so many people enjoy reading crime novels? I know from my own reading experience and my reader feedback that what people like is a puzzle to solve, a mystery to pit their wits against, a thrill, lots of action and the psychology of characters. In fiction justice is served and the results neatly tied up, not like in real-life and perhaps that's why people like reading crime novels. It's certainly one of the reasons I like writing them, but by far not the only one.<br />
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What do you think? Any good BLOG crime NOVELS out there?tag:crimespace.ning.com,2008-07-14:537324:Topic:1513502008-07-14T00:30:47.013ZJason Dhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/JasonD
For those who didn't see this post where I buried it last time...<br />
The genre of blog novels is slowly gathering pace, and I'm wondering if anyone can cite any good examples of crime fiction done this way. I'm a Australian published author that is having a crack at one, due to frustration with the mainstream publishers that did my first book.<br />
My blog is called <a href="http://curlygibson.com">The Curly Situation</a> - it's a humorous crime tale centred on a washed-up Aussie cricketer caught in…
For those who didn't see this post where I buried it last time...<br />
The genre of blog novels is slowly gathering pace, and I'm wondering if anyone can cite any good examples of crime fiction done this way. I'm a Australian published author that is having a crack at one, due to frustration with the mainstream publishers that did my first book.<br />
My blog is called <a href="http://curlygibson.com">The Curly Situation</a> - it's a humorous crime tale centred on a washed-up Aussie cricketer caught in the wrong place at the wrong time. Think Gregory McDonald's "Fletch" series or (for Aussies) Shane Maloney's Murray Whelan books.<br />
Anyone seen any other good examples out there? Best Heist Novels?tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-11-14:537324:Topic:932042007-11-14T19:43:21.635ZChrista Fausthttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/faustfatale
With Stark's Parker novels as a given, any other recommendations for crackerjack heist novels, past or present?<br />
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Currently rereading The Wheelman by Swierczynski.
With Stark's Parker novels as a given, any other recommendations for crackerjack heist novels, past or present?<br />
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Currently rereading The Wheelman by Swierczynski. Here's How to Write a Best Sellertag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-10-23:537324:Topic:853552007-10-23T21:47:44.517ZRuss Heitzhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/1essej
Now that I have your attention, has anybody read Donald Maass's "Writing the Breakout Novel"? Yeah, I know. It's a couple years old but it's still got a lot of good, if depressing, meat in it. Basically he's saying the old ways don't work anymore. Ya gotta learn the new stuff. He's also saying, publishers don't give a damn whether you know how to write or not. All they give a damn about is: can you write a book that sells? A major difference. And for those who have already published a book and…
Now that I have your attention, has anybody read Donald Maass's "Writing the Breakout Novel"? Yeah, I know. It's a couple years old but it's still got a lot of good, if depressing, meat in it. Basically he's saying the old ways don't work anymore. Ya gotta learn the new stuff. He's also saying, publishers don't give a damn whether you know how to write or not. All they give a damn about is: can you write a book that sells? A major difference. And for those who have already published a book and have another one in the works, the publisher's question remains the same: how many copies did the last one sell? That's the only thing that's important to Mr. or Ms. Big Time Publisher. And that's because -- BIG SURPRISE -- publishing is just another Big Business. And all Big Businesses have only one interest: the bottom line. Meaning, how much money will this product make for me. Soooooo, any comments about Maass? Or about Big Business Publishing? And if you want to read my review of the book go to my website: <a href="http://www.russheitz.com">www.russheitz.com</a>. The review is listed under "The Writer's Life." BTW, 50+ pages of my suspense novel, CROSSHAIRS, are also available FOR FREE on my website. Check it out. You might like it. Russ