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Joseph LeValley

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Joseph "Joe" LeValley credits his love of writing for every success in his life. He was a reporter-photographer for daily newspapers for seven years, covering crime/ criminal justice as his primary beat. Subsequently, he served for more than 30 years as a healthcare executive. During that time, he and his team won four national awards for communications excellence.

He began his latest career, as an author and public speaker, in 2018. He has published six mystery/thriller novels, and has written two more that are waiting on agents and editors.

As a musician, Joe plays drums and guitar. He has performed with a number of groups and has written more than 40 songs. In 2016, he was inducted with the Mourning Glory Rock Band into the Iowa Rock 'n ...more

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How do you deal with writer’s block?

Joseph LeValley I'm very fortunate to never have experienced writer's block. However, I've seen other writers make numerous recommendations. One I see frequently, and…moreI'm very fortunate to never have experienced writer's block. However, I've seen other writers make numerous recommendations. One I see frequently, and certainly agree would be helpful, is to quit attempting to write the particular passage, sentence, chapter on which you've been working, and start on a different part of the book. Struggling with how to address a relationship, write the description of the town instead. Can't think of what should happen next, take a shot at the murder scene, or the death scene, or the love scene, etc. Once you've done that successfully, it frees your mind to go back to the difficult part.(less)

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What’s the best thing about being a writer?

Joseph LeValley There is no "best" for me. I love many things about it. Creating something from nothing is a special privilege. I'm lucky to have created a town and a…moreThere is no "best" for me. I love many things about it. Creating something from nothing is a special privilege. I'm lucky to have created a town and a set of characters I love, so I always look forward to revisiting them. I also enjoy author events, such as presentations, signings and discussions. I especially love talking to book clubs, because the members are knowledgeable, interested, and insightful. Whenever I get asked a question I've never been asked before, it makes my day. The same is true of being a guest on radio, TV and podcasts. Professional interviewers often solicit really great information (and sometimes not). Lastly, there are moments of special joy, such as when you crack open the first box of a newly-published novel, or you walk into a Barnes & Noble and see your books on display, or you get your first check from your publisher, or your first five-star professional review. These moments make up for a lot of long nights, challenges, and disappointments along the way.(less)

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Average rating: 4.28 · 516 ratings · 89 reviews · 8 distinct works • Similar authors

	Burying the Lede (Tony Harrington, #1) 4.10 avg rating — 236 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Cry from an Unknown Grave (Tony Harrington, #2) 4.41 avg rating — 75 ratings — published 2020 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Third Side of Murder (Tony Harrington, #3) 4.26 avg rating — 62 ratings — published 2021 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Performing Murder (Tony Harrington, #4) 4.48 avg rating — 56 ratings — published 2021 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Sophocles Rule (Tony Harrington, #5) 4.55 avg rating — 40 ratings — published 2023 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Three Weeks in Winter (Tony Harrington Novels #6) 4.59 avg rating — 37 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Murder Suspended (Tony Harrington Series) 4.33 avg rating — 9 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Murder Suspended (Tony Harrington Series Book 7) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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