Category Archives: About James J. Murray

When a Murder Is Not Really a Murder!

Posted on February 26, 2014 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

Yes, the title messes with my mind also. When someone dies at the hand of another, that’s labeled a murder. Sure, there are various degrees of murder—ranging from intentional to unintentional with legal terms such as 1st degree, 2nd degree, … Continue reading →

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Am I Possessed or Just Becoming a Better Writer?

Posted on February 19, 2014 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

My guess is that the headline question has you thinking that I might be crazy instead. Well, that’s possible, but I’d like you to reserve judgment until you’ve read further. Something happened a few days ago that has me thinking … Continue reading →

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To Replicate or Not – That’s The Question!

Posted on February 12, 2014 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

What do the words MakerBot, Cupcake CNC, Thing-O-Matic and Replicator have in common? They all refer to some of the latest technology in 3D printing – a cutting edge technology to say the least. I’ve been a fierce Star Trek … Continue reading →

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GUNS – The New Pink Accessory

Posted on February 5, 2014 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

In my limited expertise of what women love (according to my wife, that is), there are many things that make a woman feel special: chocolate, the occasional bouquet of flowers for no reason, chocolate, that special birthday card, chocolate, thoughtful … Continue reading →

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The Post-Antibiotic Era

Posted on January 29, 2014 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

In late 2013 the Centers for Disease Control released a report on the escalating lethal threat of antibiotic resistance—specifically, the increasing number of bacterial infections that are resistant to conventional antibiotic therapy. The antibiotic resistance problem is complex and the … Continue reading →

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Murder At 30,000 Feet!

Posted on January 22, 2014 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

Modern pharmaceuticals are excellent alternatives to more invasive procedures when a medical cure is required. And these medications not only prolong life but also enhance it in the process. Ironically, those same wonder drugs can become instruments of death when … Continue reading →

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GRAPEFRUIT – The Killer Fruit!

Posted on January 15, 2014 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

Occasionally, I hear news reports regarding the dangers of eating grapefruit while on certain medications. This is not new information and I have to remind myself that many are still unaware of this very serious drug-food interaction. The medical community … Continue reading →

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Create An Action-Packed New Year!

Posted on January 8, 2014 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

Before you roll your eyes at yet another lesson about New Year’s resolutions, here are some practical suggestions to help you 1) make realistic goals, 2) plan them logically, and 3) keep yourself on track to meet those goals. First … Continue reading →

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MY NEW YEAR’S WISH FOR YOU!

Posted on December 31, 2013 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

** MY WISH FOR YOU IN THE NEW YEAR ** May peace break into your home; May thieves steal your debts; May the pockets of your jeans      Become magnets for $100 bills.  May love stick to you like … Continue reading →

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Wishing You a Joyous Winter Holiday

Posted on December 24, 2013 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

  Happy Holidays & May You and Yours Be Filled With Joy and Peace During This Holiday Season

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