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The Scopolamine Patch Nightmare!

Posted on March 1, 2017 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

Scopolamine, also known as hyoscine and sold as Scopderm Patches, is a powerful drug known in the pharmaceutical world as a tropane alkaloid drug and is classified as an anticholinergic that affects the parasympathetic nervous system. In normal speak, that … Continue reading →

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DEVIL’S BREATH – A Dramatic Drug Threat!

Posted on February 22, 2017 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

Alternately known as the most dangerous drug in the world and the scariest drug in the world, Devil’s Breath is a powerful drug being dealt with on the streets of Colombia, and now in major European cities. It’s a strong … Continue reading →

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The Narcissus Plant – Pretty But Deadly!

Posted on February 15, 2017 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

I’ve blogged before about some deceptively attractive plants that can be lethal when ingested, and I have one more to add to the list. Parts of the beautiful, flowering narcissus plant can be quite poisonous and deadly! Narcissus is a … Continue reading →

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The Making of a Hero in Fiction

Posted on February 8, 2017 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 or thriller is the one who saves the day by solving the crime and bringing the perpetrator to justice. As I develop … Continue reading →

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COPPER SULFATE – The Green Chemical

Posted on January 18, 2017 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

Copper sulfate is a fascinating substance that burns with a green to aquamarine colored flame. Often it’s used in high school chemistry classes to demonstrate just such a phenomenon. It’s also considered a “green chemical” in that the US agricultural … Continue reading →

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A Psychedelic Silver Lining!

Posted on January 11, 2017 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

Some time ago I happened upon an interesting article about the benefits of psychedelic drugs—WHAT?? And, being a child of the 60s, it peaked my interest. Not that I dabbled in recreational drugs back in college when it was all … Continue reading →

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MY NEW YEAR’S WISH FOR YOU!

Posted on December 28, 2016 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 glue; May … Continue reading →

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Is the Future of Entertainment a Pharmaceutical?

Posted on November 30, 2016 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

At a recent Wall Street Journal conference (WSJD Live 2016), Netflix CEO Reed Hastings speculated that the future of entertainment might be something OTHER than watching and interacting with the screen of an electronic device. Netflix, an entertainment industry innovator … Continue reading →

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Why A Writer Should Be Thankful!

Posted on November 23, 2016 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

Here in the United States it’s Thanksgiving time—Thursday, November 24th to be exact—and it’s a day of fantastic food feasts, with the bonus of a long holiday weekend ahead. More importantly, it’s a time to reflect on what makes our … Continue reading →

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When Sleep is Not Possible

Posted on November 16, 2016 by James J. Murray, Fiction Writer

We all need sleep to survive. Sleep is a natural process that allows the body to recharge, refresh and prepare (both physically and psychologically) for a new day of adventure. Scientists understand the chemistry that causes us to become sleepy—the … Continue reading →

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