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Detective Kate Springer Answers the Tough Questions
Kelly Miller asked me to stop by her blog and answer some questions. When I asked why the hell anyone would want to hear from me, she said people find me fascinating. Kelly had quite a few questions so this is the first in a two-part installment that gives you a little glimpse into my life.
1. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? I’ve always wanted to fight for the little guy, for those who didn’t have a voice. Combine that with my strong sense of right and wrong and I guess it was inevitable I ended up in law enforcement. When I transferred to Tampa, I worked my ass off to make detective. Now that I’m in the homicide department, every day I’m battling for those who’ve had their voices prematurely silenced.
2. What group did you hang out with in high school? I was more of a loner in high school. Kept my head down, my grades up. Couldn’t wait to escape to college.
3. What do you do to unwind and relax? I like to take out my aggression on the gun range. If that doesn’t give me the release I’m looking for, I’ll head over to the gym and hit the punching bag. If that doesn’t do it, I’ll get into the ring and spar. Last resort—I’ll pick up a guy and take out all my aggression on him.
4. Morning Person? Or Night Person? I’m definitely a night person. I can work a crime scene all night long but get me up before the rays peek through my window shade and I’m a bear. At least until I’ve had my morning Coke.
5. If you could apologize to someone in your past, who would it be? I’m more the type to hold a grudge. The better question would be “Who owes me an apology?”
6. What would we find under your bed? Dust dogs. Normal people have dust bunnies under their beds. Not much of a housekeeper so mine are bigger and meaner.
7. What one word best describes you? Controlling. But I’m trying to work on that.
8. What makes you happy? Happy? Seems to me that’s such a fleeting emotion. Unattainable for any length of time. So many people pretend to be happy, pasting a smile on their faces just for nicety sake. The best I hope for on a daily basis is contentment.
9.What is something people would be surprised to know about you? If you're one of the lucky few I let into my inner circle, I’ll fight to the death for you. I’m loyal above all else.
1. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? I’ve always wanted to fight for the little guy, for those who didn’t have a voice. Combine that with my strong sense of right and wrong and I guess it was inevitable I ended up in law enforcement. When I transferred to Tampa, I worked my ass off to make detective. Now that I’m in the homicide department, every day I’m battling for those who’ve had their voices prematurely silenced.
2. What group did you hang out with in high school? I was more of a loner in high school. Kept my head down, my grades up. Couldn’t wait to escape to college.
3. What do you do to unwind and relax? I like to take out my aggression on the gun range. If that doesn’t give me the release I’m looking for, I’ll head over to the gym and hit the punching bag. If that doesn’t do it, I’ll get into the ring and spar. Last resort—I’ll pick up a guy and take out all my aggression on him.
4. Morning Person? Or Night Person? I’m definitely a night person. I can work a crime scene all night long but get me up before the rays peek through my window shade and I’m a bear. At least until I’ve had my morning Coke.
5. If you could apologize to someone in your past, who would it be? I’m more the type to hold a grudge. The better question would be “Who owes me an apology?”
6. What would we find under your bed? Dust dogs. Normal people have dust bunnies under their beds. Not much of a housekeeper so mine are bigger and meaner.
7. What one word best describes you? Controlling. But I’m trying to work on that.
8. What makes you happy? Happy? Seems to me that’s such a fleeting emotion. Unattainable for any length of time. So many people pretend to be happy, pasting a smile on their faces just for nicety sake. The best I hope for on a daily basis is contentment.
9.What is something people would be surprised to know about you? If you're one of the lucky few I let into my inner circle, I’ll fight to the death for you. I’m loyal above all else.
Title Reveal
Ready for the second book in the Detective Kate Springer series? Well it just went to the publisher last week so it'll be awhile before it's ready. In the meantime I thought I'd reveal the title on my blog. Check it out at http://apps.kellymillerauthor.com/blo....
Cover Reveal for "Deadly Fantasies"
I have a double dose of good news. First, I want to share with you the cover of Deadly Fantasies, the second book in the Detective Kate Springer series. Head over to my blog to check it out. In my not so humble opinion, I think the graphic designer, Dave King, did a phenomenal job creating a wonderful work of art. It also marries well with the first book, Dead Like Me. Stand the two novels side by side and you can tell they belong in the same series.
Another bit of good news is that Deadly Fantasies is ready for presale on my publisher’s website. Reserve your paperback copy at Black Rose Writing. If you order early, the publisher will ship it to you on the debut date, December 19. You might even get it in time for Christmas. But I'm not making any promises. The paperback and e-book will be available everywhere else (Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Smashwords, etc.) two weeks after the debut date on January 2, 2014.
Another bit of good news is that Deadly Fantasies is ready for presale on my publisher’s website. Reserve your paperback copy at Black Rose Writing. If you order early, the publisher will ship it to you on the debut date, December 19. You might even get it in time for Christmas. But I'm not making any promises. The paperback and e-book will be available everywhere else (Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Smashwords, etc.) two weeks after the debut date on January 2, 2014.
$.99 Sale for "Dead Like Me"
To celebrate the new cover for my mystery novel, "Dead Like Me," I'm running a $.99 sale from July 12 through July 18. If you haven't had a chance to read the first book in my Detective Kate Springer Series, now's your chance. It was named a semi-finalist in the Kindle Book Review's 2013 Best Indie Book Awards competition. Here's the Amazon link. Enjoy!
$.99 Sale for “Deadly Fantasies”
To celebrate the new book cover for my mystery novel, "Deadly Fantasies," I’m running a $.99 sale! From October 1 – 6 you’ll be able to download the ebook off Amazon onto your Kindle or Kindle app.
Even though this is the second book in the series, it’s written as a stand-alone. Here’s what "Deadly Fantasies" is about: A ringing phone at 1:17 am is never a good thing, but Homicide Detective Kate Springer doesn’t have the luxury of ignoring the call. On the other end of the line, a confessor admits to murdering her husband. Dr. Nina Grace needs help, and Kate knows it’s time to repay a debt. No matter the consequences, Kate must fight to keep the investigation from solely focusing on her friend.
Jonathan Grace controls the people in his life like he does his business—with a chokehold. His insatiable appetite for living life on the edge leads him to a club where he’s encouraged to act out his darkest desires. But what happens when one man’s fantasy becomes another’s nightmare?
Did Dr. Nina Grace kill her husband or did Jonathan’s secret life lead to his death? Detective Springer knows that no matter what her friend admitted, she couldn’t be capable of the horrific torture and murder of her husband. But will Kate’s blind loyalty be her downfall?
Thanks for your support and enjoy!
Even though this is the second book in the series, it’s written as a stand-alone. Here’s what "Deadly Fantasies" is about: A ringing phone at 1:17 am is never a good thing, but Homicide Detective Kate Springer doesn’t have the luxury of ignoring the call. On the other end of the line, a confessor admits to murdering her husband. Dr. Nina Grace needs help, and Kate knows it’s time to repay a debt. No matter the consequences, Kate must fight to keep the investigation from solely focusing on her friend.
Jonathan Grace controls the people in his life like he does his business—with a chokehold. His insatiable appetite for living life on the edge leads him to a club where he’s encouraged to act out his darkest desires. But what happens when one man’s fantasy becomes another’s nightmare?
Did Dr. Nina Grace kill her husband or did Jonathan’s secret life lead to his death? Detective Springer knows that no matter what her friend admitted, she couldn’t be capable of the horrific torture and murder of her husband. But will Kate’s blind loyalty be her downfall?
Thanks for your support and enjoy!
Only 14 More Hours to Enter My Giveaway of Kindle Fire
Time is ticking! There are only 14 more HOURS left to enter my giveaway for a new Kindle Fire! If you've finished reading my newest psychological thriller, "Splintered," leave an honest review on Amazon and then enter my Rafflecopter Giveaway. One lucky person will be chosen at random, tomorrow, on Valentine's Day.
Good luck everyone!
Kelly Miller
www.kellymillerauthor.com
Good luck everyone!
Kelly Miller
www.kellymillerauthor.com
Download Kelly Miller's Newest Mystery for Free
I just finished writing a new, emotionally-charged mystery called My Blue Nightmare. And best of all, it's free! Head over to my website at www.kellymillerauthor.com to pick up your copy.
This is the first in a new series of novelettes that will eventually go into a box set called My Nightmare Series. Each story will center around a different color and involve a new psychopath.
Here's what My Blue Nightmare is about: Maggie Hamilton’s brother and sister died shortly after turning sixteen. Cops say their deaths were tragic accidents but Maggie knows better. Two days from now she celebrates her sixteenth birthday, and she believes she’s next of death’s list. Frantic for help, Maggie shows up at the police station, but will anyone believe her twisted story?
Detectives are shocked when Maggie names her siblings’ killer—her own father. Is the girl telling the truth or is she suffering from delusions brought on by the stress of grief? One detective who identifies with this troubled teen vows to investigate the accusation and keep the girl safe. No matter what the cost.
This novelette isn't available on Amazon or anywhere else online. You can only get your copy through my website. Check it out today!
This is the first in a new series of novelettes that will eventually go into a box set called My Nightmare Series. Each story will center around a different color and involve a new psychopath.
Here's what My Blue Nightmare is about: Maggie Hamilton’s brother and sister died shortly after turning sixteen. Cops say their deaths were tragic accidents but Maggie knows better. Two days from now she celebrates her sixteenth birthday, and she believes she’s next of death’s list. Frantic for help, Maggie shows up at the police station, but will anyone believe her twisted story?
Detectives are shocked when Maggie names her siblings’ killer—her own father. Is the girl telling the truth or is she suffering from delusions brought on by the stress of grief? One detective who identifies with this troubled teen vows to investigate the accusation and keep the girl safe. No matter what the cost.
This novelette isn't available on Amazon or anywhere else online. You can only get your copy through my website. Check it out today!
