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Beth Crawford

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Indianapolis

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Suspense, Thriller, Mystery

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Beth Crawford, daughter of a former IPD officer, partnered with her father after his retirement to interview detectives for true crime stories they published, blending real cases with her passion for storytelling. Inspired by forensics and investigation, she began writing thriller novel Silent Storm in 1990. She had no idea her publishing journey would span over 35 years.

In 2001, with no funds for printing, she created her own book-binding process and self-published Silent Storm, followed by two more thrillers before taking a 15-year break.

When her children were grown, a friend encouraged her write again. She published In 6 Days in 2020, then re-released updated editions of her earlier novels: Silent Storm (2021), Silent Shadows (2022), and ...more

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How do you deal with writer’s block?

Beth Crawford I pull my laptop out and start reading something I've written. I'll also write something I've thought about, a part of a scene or a description of som…moreI pull my laptop out and start reading something I've written. I'll also write something I've thought about, a part of a scene or a description of someone. If I watch a movie or show and notice a scene that really moved me, I'll write a scene to try to capture that feeling. I also listen to YouTube videos from other authors about their process and it gets my creative juices going. And sometimes I just take a nap. If I'm really just not feeling it, I don't write. I watch some good movies and inspiration inevitably finds me. (less)

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What’s the best thing about being a writer?

Beth Crawford The best thing about being a writer is that I can watch eight straight hours of autopsies and no one thinks I'm insane. I have a weird imagination so …moreThe best thing about being a writer is that I can watch eight straight hours of autopsies and no one thinks I'm insane. I have a weird imagination so when I wonder out loud about something crazy, I can chalk it up to a story idea. My weirdness has a purpose! Plus I am very introverted and love to be alone with my writing. Spinning stories around in my head also helps with anxiety. Creativity is the best treatment for all that ails us! (less)

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Average rating: 4.47 · 72 ratings · 14 reviews · 5 distinct works • Similar authors

	SILENT SHADOWS 4.45 avg rating — 33 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
	SILENT STORM 4.67 avg rating — 15 ratings — published 2002 — 5 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
	In 6 Days 4.31 avg rating — 16 ratings — 7 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
	SILENT RAGE 4.20 avg rating — 5 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
	DAYS OF RAGE it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 3 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
	RAGE & RECKONING: A 3-BOOK THRILLER COLLECTION 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings	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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Beth Crawford liked TINA TOWNSEND's review of SILENT SHADOWS: "This book is a great example of good verses evil. In the end good always wins due to hearts love. I think you will really enjoy this book. There can be so much sadness in life. But the love of good people can truly change the world. " Read more of this review »
Sep 13, 2025 09:08PM · see review