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In Chapter 1 of my new thriller Escape Velocity, my main character, Georgia Griffin, is leaving what she believes is a successful job interview with Mr. Ken Madigan when she spots a rival in the lobby:Georgia’s stomach cramped with hunger as she emerged into the lobby and saw a woman in her mid-thirties glancing through…

Getting in a writing routine can be a difficult task! Our lives that exist off the written page can often be hectic, but finding a pattern that works for you is well worth the effort. This week’s Killer Nashville guest blogger, Andrew Welsh-Huggins, discusses his balancing act of life, work, and writing.Happy reading! Clay Stafford…

I write the Jay Porter thriller series (Oceanview Publishing). With three in the bag (Lamentation, December Boys and Give Up the Dead), and numbers four and five under contract, I am preparing to dive back into the bleak wintery world of Lamentation Mountain.Oftentimes when I tell someone I write a series character (usually at Christmas…

Being a writer in 2017 involves facing challenges that didn’t even exist a decade ago. With the services currently available online anyone can publish anything. It has never been easier to get your book printed. So why is that a bad thing? Oversaturation of content with no filter for quality. There used to be several checkpoints you…

Outlining is an essential step for some writers! An outline can be a helpful tool to keep us on track and meet our goals. They aren’t for everyone though! This week’s guest blogger, Carter Wilson, discusses his experience with outlines and why he made the choice not to use them.Happy reading! Clay Stafford Founder Killer Nashville Publisher / Editorial…

Write what you know. It can be a very restricting piece of advice when taken literally. Sometimes we want to write on something that we don’t have an in depth understanding of, and that’s fine. In fact, I’d encourage it. When writing in unknown territory use your resources. Reach out to friends and professionals in…

Often times, we as writers get so caught up in the details of our characters and scenarios that we may put our setting on the back-burners. The setting is the difference between being alone in a dark alley and being alone in an open meadow. This week’s Killer Nashville guest blogger, Lisa Harris, shares her insight on just…

The setting of your book is just as important, if not more important, than the characters themselves. Being familiar with your setting is crucial to keeping your story authentic and consistent. That’s why it’s important to do your research thoroughly. This weeks’ Killer Nashville guest blogger, Philip Cioffari, discusses his experience with knowing your settings.Happy reading!…

Write what you know. It’s a phrase branded in the memories of writers everywhere. This weeks’ Killer Nashville guest blogger has a little something to say on the matter though. Write what you don’t. Scott Graham discusses his adventures traveling across Texas and learning his craft.Happy reading! Clay Stafford Founder Killer Nashville Publisher / Editorial Director Killer Nashville…

Social media is becoming an integral part of self-promotion as a writer. One of the most popular outlets for writers to speak to their readers is Twitter. If you’ve never used Twitter before, the terminology and efficient use of it can be a daunting task. This weeks’ Killer Nashville guest blogger, Margaret Mizushima, discusses her experiences with…