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Romance and the Detective – Happy Valentines Day

I was recently asked to write a guest article in Mystery and Suspense Magazine (Closed down June 2026 – whole article below), and, in honor of Valentine’s Day, could think of no better topic than the intersection of romance and mystery. As an author of romantic suspense and mystery novels with plenty of romantic tension, I couldn’t resist.
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Interview with Paul D. Schad

Words such as serve, protect, fidelity, bravery, integrity, justice, and courtesy are contained in the slogans and mottos of approximately 18,000 law enforcement agencies in the United States. Every day (and night), brave men and women don uniforms, business attire, or street clothes to leave home and take on the role of protecting the citizens and property of our communities. Like the men and women of the military, their lives are frequently at risk in the course of protecting ours.

Writers and readers love them. Whether thrillers, mysteries, or general fiction, a vast number of law enforcement protagonists fill the books: fighting crime, solving mysteries, saving victims, and often keeping readers up at night. With the launch of my new series of crime-solving mysteries, I decided to begin an interview series spotlighting true professionals in the field with the hope of providing readers with insight into the real world of law enforcement.

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Lethal Flowers

Are the Lovely Flowers on your Table Lethal to Your Pet?

GREETINGS READERS,

My friends all know that I am an avid animal lover. In fact, every generation of my family, known to me, has loved animals. The image above, circa 1952, is of my father and our beloved dog, Buffy.
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How is everyone enjoying the warm summer months? In Florida, it’s HOT!

August 2, 2019

Greetings,

I’ve been remiss in not posting for quite some time, but I’m not going to make excuses. (However, I have been glued to the computer working on the next installment in my Shadow of Dance series.) I am excited to report the finish line is near for The Studio with release expected in the fall.
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