A Lawyer Walks Into a Bar…

In preparation for the upcoming release of Killer Weed, I’ve been thinking about some of my favorite lawyer jokes. If you follow the series, you know that I always include at least one joke in the Merit Bridges Legal Thrillers. Sometimes the jokes are lighthearted, and sometimes downright cruel, but always funny. A case in […]
Writing Killer Weed Using Mind Mapping

June has arrived and with it Audiobook month! I enjoyed audiobooks on my recent road trip through the llano Estacado, including Palo Duro Canyon, and Cadillac Ranch. I’ve recently added audio to each of the stories in the Bullet Books Speed Reads. If you’re an audio book lover, too, check them out on Amazon. When […]
Are You Ready for More Merit Bridges? Don’t Miss This!

Hello Readers! It’s been quite the whirlwind here lately. I’ve been busy writing up a storm, and I’ve got some exciting news to share with you! The fifth installment in the Merit Bridges Legal Thrillers is Killer Weed, a tale set in the medical marijuana industry. As always, this story springs from a real […]
Two Bodies One Grave – Amazon Promo

Hello Readers! I’m busy working on the next Merit Bridges Legal Thriller! Watch for announcements in the next newsletter. In the meantime, I have something totally different for you to try. Hold onto your fedoras! It’s a FREE copy of the only noir Bullet Book, Two Bodies One Grave, that I co-authored with Austin author, […]
A New Character for Merit!

Can you believe April is more than halfway over? There have been so many activities this month with the library celebrations, the eclipse, and researching. Of course, more writing and editing! I’m deep into the 5th Merit Bridges Legal thriller and will have more news soon. In the meantime… I’m trying to decide on the […]
April Celebrations, Book Clubs, and a Free eBook – Oh My!

Did you know that April is chock full of library celebrations? Next week is #NationalLibraryWeek and I hope you have a chance to take advantage of the fun things your local library is doing. Book Clubs I recently had the privilege of joining the Austin Mystery Book Club for their meeting, brunch, and drawings for […]
Spring Reading Just Got Better!

Greetings Readers! It’s a busy time now that Spring has arrived. I hope you are able to steal a few moments to explore new books! As you know, I’ve been writing the next Merit Bridges Legal Thriller and will have more news, and an exciting new cover, very soon. In the meantime, watch for the […]
Don’t Miss Out! Exciting Offers & a Free eBook!

Happy March Y’all! So happy to say that I’m back home in Austin. I’ve recently visited some of my favorite book clubs and traveled to spots where writing inspiration always strikes. It’s been lots of fun and great fodder for more books and settings. Currently, I’m busy writing the next Merit Bridges Legal Thriller. It […]
Happy Val Day!

Happy Valentine’s Week! I hope you are spreading the love and that your date’s outfit is as stylish as Valentine Lewis’! Val is Merit Bridges’ exceptional law clerk who has a great sense of fashion. Not everyone can rock a vintage Hugo Boss suit with a baby blue bow tie and modern wingtip shoes, like […]
Exciting News & February Surprises

Happy February! I’ve really enjoyed the beautiful view from my desk these past couple of months, but it’s time to bid farewell to my winter writing retreat. Before I go, I’m sharing some of the amazing sights I’ve been lucky to witness during my stay on the Texas Gulf Coast. I’ve been treated to breathtaking […]