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Cilla McCain

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Born
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October 11

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Stephen King, Alice Walker, Harper Lee, Truman Capote, Norman Mailer

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I grew up in the American South, where stories have a way of traveling three counties before nightfall and improving with every telling.

Today, I'm an author and ghostwriter whose work explores the intersection of true crime, forgotten history, Southern Gothic fiction, and the strange corners of the human experience. I've also detoured through military true crime projects, helping bring complex investigations and untold stories to the page.

A lifelong love of classic literature led me to create The Literary Lady Podcast, where I share and celebrate the timeless works of writers whose stories continue to captivate readers generations after they were written.

I'm the creator of The Haint Blue Archive, a fledgling endeavor where old crimes, odd h
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Cilla McCain I listen to music while I write because it helps loosen me up and it's a great way to set the mood you need for a scene. Recently, I listened to Led Z…moreI listen to music while I write because it helps loosen me up and it's a great way to set the mood you need for a scene. Recently, I listened to Led Zeppelin's "When the Levee Breaks" for a two days while I finished a particularly dark chapter.(less)
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"I stayed up all night reading this book. It is a heart wrenching and honest account of a savage murder and the tragedy of what war does society and its people. It is haunting."
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"Hey 👋 Everyone, I just wanted to take a moment to Thank Everyone, Who Took the Time & Money to Read & Purchase this Book! I, Had The Honor To Officially Served In The U.S. Army, in 2003 with Army Specialist Richard T. Davis. Before and During the Inv" Read more of this review »
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Cilla McCain Christine wrote: "Cilla I was wondering if you can autograph your book and send it in the mail for me please" Hi Christine, So sorry I didn't see this message until now. It's been a long time, but if you are still interested, I am certainly willing. Feel free to send me a private message.

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Cilla


Christine Hatfield Cilla I was wondering if you can autograph your book and send it in the mail for me please


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Cilla McCain Hi Zoe!

Sorry it took a while to respond. Right now I am juggling 3 book projects (2 true-crimes and 1 fiction), each at varying stages of completion. I just loaded a "preview" of one of them.."A Non-Hostile Incident." Take a look:)

best!
Cilla

Zoë wrote: "Hi Cilla

Thanks so much for Friending me. How's the writing going with you?"


Zoë wrote: "Hi Cilla

Thanks so much for Friending me. How's the writing going with you?"



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Zoë Sharp Hi Cilla

Thanks so much for Friending me. How's the writing going with you?


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