JackBludis

Male

United States

Profile Information:

Hometown:: Baltimore
About Me:: I am the author of more than 70 published novels and novellas, and almost 900 published stories in various genres and sub-genres. My best works are private-eye mysteries under my own name mysteries set in various historical periods. New issues and reprints will be out shortly from Pageturneditions.com

As all writers, I am also a reader.

This updated on 9-8-2011
I Am A:: Reader, Writer
Website:: http://Jackbludis.com But crimespace tells you what you need.
Books And Authors I Like:: Chandler, Hammett, Ed McBain, Hemingway, Faulkner, Joyce, James Lee Burke, Cormac McCarthy; the Moe Prager series and the latest two Robert B. Parker's by Reed Farrel Coleman, and Richard Helms (the novelist not the spy), Laura Lippman, Vicki Hendricks, Megan Abbot--and indispensable for a writer, "Strunk and White's, The Elements of Style." And how did I forget Will Shakespeare the first time around? Him too. And may I also add Steig Larsson of "The Girl who ..." Series, may he rest in peace.
Movies And TV Shows I Like:: The Big Bang Theory, Casablanca, Maltese Falcon, The Big Sleep, Murder My Sweet, the Godfather I, Chinatown, LA Confidential. I never tire of seeing and dissecting Casablanca.

Saturday Night Live--although I don't get all the humor anymore, it's an age thing. This show for 40 years has kept up with what 20-somethings are laughing at. It has also turned out some damn good actors as well as comedians. The constant reruns are a drag because topical material out of date is stale.

Favorite Networks AMC, TCM, TNT, and USA.

Letterman, yes. Leno, no. The Daily Show, and some things on the History Channels (The first time I see them.)

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Pauline Rowson

Hi, Just finding my way around this site, but it looks interesting. I liked what you said about finding your voice and agree with you. It took me a while to find my genre (crime and thrillers, though I started with historical sagas) and to find my voice, and I wrote thousand of words before doing so. Now I write with the male voice, which intrigues readers in the UK because of course I am female, and so far my thrillers are in the first person male and my detective novels third person male but all seen through the eyes of my main character DI Andy Horton. I feel this adds pace. I'm looking forward to exploring this site, when I have time ( should be writing) and reading the various comments.

Jan 29, 2008
Pauline Rowson

Thanks. I've got another interview to upload later from You Tube but you can see it on my blog/web site www.paulinerowson.com. It looks as though I can embed it here- when I learn how to do it and have the time.

Jan 29, 2008
Lyn Bailey

thanks for the welcome - without the writers there wouldn't be anything for us to enjoy reading!

Jan 29, 2008
Mari Sloan

They ARE a strange bunch. I'm off to another day of wacky adventures. :-)
Mari

Feb 2, 2008
Jeri Westerson

Hey Jack. Good to be friended.

Feb 2, 2008
Karen Allingham

hi Jack, and thanks for the welcome. I'm going to take your advice and read 'No Country for Old Men' - I hear the movie is great too.

Feb 3, 2008
Louise Pearce

Hi Jack, yes they are - all true. The magazines have been published here for 50 years but originated in America. The writing style was unique then...building up suspense etc. just like fiction.

Feb 4, 2008
Lynette Rees

Thanks for adding me as a friend, Jack! I'm just finding my way around this site, it looks great. Exactly what I was looking for!

Feb 5, 2008
Mike Morris

Thank you for adding me as a friend. And, Haha...I have no idea why the avatar brings "Catcher" to mind. I read it about 40 years ago when I had to for school... and don't really remember it much. Now I will have to go and reread it so I can maybe catch the same idea.

Take care!!

Feb 5, 2008
William Dylan Powell

Yeah, I define "a good round," as one with zero legal liability or body harm to myself and others ;)

Feb 5, 2008
Bill Crowe

Yeah, but I sing good old stuff, like Tin Pan Alley, old jazz, Mills Brothers, Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis, Jr., etc.

I also am a former state and federal prosecutor.

Feb 8, 2008
Dick Stodghill

I thought I was the oldest guy in captivity and now I find you've got me beat by ten years - if you really are 92. I should just have copied your list of favorite things because it pretty much matches mine. Magnificent Hack, I love that. I think I wear the same hat.

Feb 14, 2008
L.J. Sellers

Thanks. The cover has garnered some attention.
You reminded me to update my favorites. I forgot
Rex Stout and John MacDonald.

Feb 21, 2008
L.J. Sellers

I'm sure you're right. I haven't opened a book by either of those authors in 20 years (but I remember enjoying them at the time). I'm always surprised by mystery readers who say they reread favorite novels again and again. I can't even keep up with the new ones.
I'll have to check out No Country for Old Men. People either love it or hate it, so it must have something to say.

Feb 22, 2008
Jordan Dane

You must have real pull with the author to get your hands on No One Heard Her Scream. She must really LIKE you. :)

Feb 29, 2008
Carol Exline

Glad you liked the avatar. Thanks for adding me as a friend.

Feb 29, 2008
Jordan Dane

I said she LIKED you, not that you KNEW her. Do you think she'd change her mind after meeting you? :)

Feb 29, 2008
Betty Gordon

Jack, what I like so much about City Confidential, aside from the mysteries involved, is that it is a wonderful travelog of the city they're featuring.

I was especially glad to see you mention Shakespeare. He is my ultimate favorite and I used several of his quotes in my recent work.

Jack, you have a wonderful writing history or I should say accomplishments.

Betty Gordon

Feb 29, 2008
Betty Gordon

Jack, I'm glad you enjoy "City Confidential" as I do. I think it is a wonderful travelog in addition to presenting the mysteries.

I enjoyed the mention of Shakespeare in one of your recent messages. I used some of his quotes for section breaks in my recent work.

You have a wonderful writing history or I should say accomplishments, Jack, and I wish you continued success.

Betty Gordon

Feb 29, 2008
Jim Gracie

Thanks for inviting me, Jack. I'm finding the website confusing at the moment, as I'm trying to find my way around it and write at the same time.

Mar 1, 2008
Patrick Balester

Nice to meet you, Jack. And remember, they called Mickey Spilllane a hack, too. And he sold quite a few books!

Mar 6, 2008
carole gill

I got one message before the longer one wherein you said you sent a long one that was lost.
that's all. xxxx

Mar 7, 2008
Patrick Balester

Now that I've been to one conference, I plan to attend a few more. Great way to meet your fellow writers.

Mar 8, 2008
Brian M Kennedy

Dear Jack:

Thx for the add. You are much further along the road than I. First novel here. But had my taste of rejections and now getting the taste of promoting. Writing easier. On the plus side good reviews and writing very rewarding. For more on the plot and reviews please check my website; brian-m-kennedy.com

Best:

Brian

Mar 10, 2008
len howlett

Hi Jack,

My son lived in Baltimore for a while in that area. I was in Annapolis and would go there on Sunday afternoon and we would have conversations punctuated by gunfire. after awhile you get so you don't even flinch. My son was called Jack, too. I just added a published poem of his to my blog. You might like to read it. I think it's good, although it tugs at me, especially because of the title.
Thanks for communicating.
Len

Mar 11, 2008
Jennie Msangi

Jack, I was checking out your site and you are impressive...is that your real age? Have any advice for me?
Jen*

Mar 13, 2008
Jennie Msangi

Thanks Jack! ...I can't resist asking...do you lie about your book number to get chicks too? Lol!

Jen*

Mar 15, 2008
JackBludis

Nope ... Most have to be my age to sell that many. I wrote several before I sold one. And had sold only about 1/2 of the books I have written. One of my favorite lines came tongue in cheek from one of my sons: "This is my dad, who's written more books than he's read." Lately, though, I read only about 10 to 20 times the number I write.

Mar 15, 2008
Michael Haskins

thanks, Jack. Wish you could make it. Maybe before the tour is over.

Mar 16, 2008
Jennifer Colt

Hey, Jack. Nice to meet you.

Don't know what I would have done without Keith Olbermann over the past few years. He, Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert were my heroes, a comedic Maginot line. I watch Chris religiously too.

Good luck with The Big One.

Cheers,

J

Mar 22, 2008
Maggie Bishop

Hello Jack, these NC mountains are in the north west part of the state and are perfect for inspiring me to write.

Mar 22, 2008
Stephanie Johnson

I'm discovering Ed has friends in high places. It's an honor to meet you Jack.

Mar 22, 2008
Daniel Hatadi

Jack, you can try searching for the word 'Ning' in the 'Search Members' section. It turns up a few people.

Cheers,
Daniel

Mar 23, 2008
Karen Burene

Thanks Jack for the advice about not over editing... but you're right... easier said than done, especially for me.

Mar 24, 2008
Jennie Msangi

Jack,

I have a question for you. I've finished my first book, and I'm in the middle of my second project and now I have this new book idea that is burning a hole in my head. Did you ever work on more than one project at a time? If so, how do you balance it.

Jen*

Mar 26, 2008
Tom Sweeney

Well, just now finished a movie I really enjoyed. NEXT, with Nicolas Cage. I start watching a lot (Netflix) but don't have time to watch anything that doesn't fully engage me. There just aren't enough hours in the week any more.

Apr 13, 2008
Josh Converse

Alright, so that was a shortcut to thinking. I'm largely put off by TV, but there are a few shows that I dig. I'll get some up there.

Apr 19, 2008
Lia

Thanks !

Cheers for the add.

Lia

Apr 21, 2008
Tom Cooke

Ol' number 29 circa 1958. The red and white of the Robstown, Texas 'Cottonpickers'. It was my jersey. I worked for Channel 10 in Corpus Christi. They would let me off for practice and games but I had to work weekends to make up the hours.

t

May 2, 2008
Darden North, MD

Thanks, Jack.

It's good to be here.

Darden

Jun 27, 2008
Lander Marks

Hi Jack,
Thanks for the add, and the honesty. For me, writing is at once lonely and invigorating. I lose sight of why I do this and can not stay way for long. You are to be commended for a life of amazing production, that in itself is an award of recognition.
slm

Jun 27, 2008
Kandy Williams

Hi Jack. After getting to "know" you from your info here, I can't wait to read your material. Thanks for the welcome.

Jul 3, 2008
P.M. Newton

Hi Jack - thanks for the welcome & wishes

you magnificent hack you! ;)

Pam

Jul 3, 2008
Rebecca B. Swets

Hi, Jack. I'm in Short Mystery Fiction Society on yahoo as well. Sometimes I even "chat" back to you from a post there. Hope to see you in Baltimore at Bouchercon. I'll be the lady in the bar looking for a marguerita :)

Jul 4, 2008
Cynde L. Hammond

Dear Mr. Bludis,
I just love the comment you wrote on my page! Also, I am very honored that you've invited me to be your friend here on Crime Space and I have gladly accepted the invitation.
After reading your page and combing over your website, I'm even more excited about writing than I was before. You've given me back a joy and enthusiasm toward our craft that I'd thought I had lost forever!
It'll be so nice to get to know you.
Sincerely,
Cynde

Jul 4, 2008
Jessica

I'm very mature for my age!

Jul 4, 2008
K.R. Lewis

Thanks for reminding me of that, Jack. I've been so damn busy with this podcast thing, even the writing has been suffering lately. But, no more of that! I'll be up bright and early tomorrow morning and back on the novel. Besides, producing and publishing TWO podcasts in a week and a half should be good enough in anybody's book, right?

Jul 4, 2008
Lee Weeks

Hi Jack
nice to meet you. Thanks for the invite.I'd love to accept. I have just handed in my second novel to my editor so am having a weekend off. hope you are enjoying the start of yours( I know its only Friday but its been a long stint for me!) Leex

Jul 4, 2008
Lee Weeks

Your quite right about the author selection of mine, it does need a bit of updating! okay will give it bit more thought. what about Roddy Doyle ( really funny), Irvin Walsh ( very modern Brit), Joseph Conrad and the fab Carl Hiaasen )sorry about spellings)?

Jul 4, 2008
Cynde L. Hammond

I'll be happy to call you Jack--I love that name! I have a brother named John (in heaven) that we quite often called Jack; and a son named Jonathan (that turns 17 in November) that we just recently started calling Jack (every now and then)--he seems to like it, too.
Only about one third of the people I know call me Cynde. Most of them call me Sande, (my twin sister's name) because they guess wrong on the first try. Oh well...I actually answer to John, Carol, Sande and Cynde (my siblings' names and mine).
Talk to you again soon,
~Cynde

Jul 5, 2008