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Dialogue: The Good and The Bad!

Posted on September 12, 2012 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

Last week’s blog was all about character development and using my 3P model to consider physical, psychological and philosophical qualities to flesh out characters.  Getting to know a character deep down is necessary before you can turn that character loose in … Continue reading →

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THALLIUM – The Poisoner’s Poison!

Posted on August 29, 2012 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

Thallium is a bluish-white metal that, in pure form, is odorless and tasteless.  When combined with other substances like chlorine or iodine, it turns colorless-to-white with maybe a slight yellow tinge.  It dissolves easily in water.  In other words, it’s … Continue reading →

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DRUGS and BIOTERRORISM

Posted on August 15, 2012 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

Terrorism is defined as the use of force or violence against people and property.  That action is labeled BIOTERRORISM when the violence involves the intentional release of biological agents (such as, bacteria, viruses or toxins). Bacteria and viruses are microorganisms that live … Continue reading →

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The Making of a Hero in a Murder Mystery

Posted on August 8, 2012 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

There’s nothing better than a memorable protagonist in any story, but the good guy in a murder mystery is the one who saves the day by solving the crime and bringing the perpetrator to justice. As I develop storylines for … Continue reading →

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NEUROSCIENCE – A New Frontier

Posted on July 25, 2012 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

The term neuroscience has been given significant press in the last few days because of the Aurora, Colorado movie theater shootings.  I was fascinated with the reference for two reasons: first, it was the field of study of James Holmes, the alleged … Continue reading →

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Why Do People Kill?

Posted on July 19, 2012 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

It’s a simple question, but people have been asking it for centuries.  In my search for answers, I came across expert opinions that amounted to conflicting information.  In this enlightened age of science and technology, there are numerous methods to … Continue reading →

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The Definition of Murder

Posted on July 12, 2012 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

This post initiates a new series that I’m calling Prescription for Murder.  Each week I’ll reflect on some aspect of the criminal act known as MURDER.  In most any reference, its defined as an unlawful killing with malice.  The words … Continue reading →

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WRITING is an ART and a JOURNEY!

Posted on June 27, 2012 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

This past weekend I attended a Writer’s Conference  that drew in agents from the West Coast and New York.  It was an exciting time, filled with expectations and an overwhelming amount of information regarding the publishing industry. I was able … Continue reading →

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Ten Ways To Write a Bloodless Death Scene

Posted on June 15, 2012 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

Today I’m making history! As of this morning, my FIRST GUEST BLOG on a fellow writer’s blog site is being published.  The blog describes a few of the many ways of constructing a bloodless death scene.  This LINK will get you to … Continue reading →

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What Drug is the Perfect Murder Weapon?

Posted on April 4, 2012 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

Did I really just ask that?  You have to believe me, I’m not crazed or vindictive and don’t have a criminal streak in me.  What I am, though, is a fiction writer.  I write about murder, mayhem and medicine (usually … Continue reading →

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