My Hero - Your Hero

Anybody have a guess on who my hero is? Why? Please comment on your Hero and why it is so. We'll jump on this come Monday. Have a great weekend. That's an order from an Ex-Captain. Many thanks for all of you showing an interest in this site.

The Other Side of The Coin

My style of writing demands I banish feelings of hate and vindictiveness. With this being said, I'll post another review from a reader who indicates she actually read Brand of Justice.

5.0 out of 5 starsintensely gripping

ByTerrion February 22, 2014

Format: Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase

Mr Rude's keen sense for detail has the reader immersed within the scene every step of the way..."Brand of Justice"

is going to create a Brobdingnagian impact in the murder/mystery scene! The plot, one thinks at first is spelled out, 

until ah-ha! Nope, not what you'd expect...there it went and twisted and turned again. Between the completely

enthralling storyline and the truth of the matter of things in law enforcement that no one else but Mr Rude has the 

guts to reveal, "Brand of Justice" is undeniably, hands-down a must read and you won't put it down til you're done!

                                                       

This just in, I'm headed back to The Junkyard in Sioux City, this weekend.
By the way, this is the brightest smile in Iowa.

This from Jerimie Hicks (Serving 100 years in Montana).

Please read the following passage from Jerimie.

It only takes a second for things to go wrong - you can never get it back again. True character comes out in the darkest moments of struggle. Only after feeling horrific pain did I see the justice system for what it is. An evil puppet show, where prosecuting attorneys hold all the strings. They get to prance around, play on emotion, twist and destroy truths in their lust for convictions. Only those stained by the "Justice Puppet Show" will ever understand. Brand of Justice does happen!

We've considered one opinion yesterday. Little different from today, isn't it? Both statements ring with true emotion and heartfelt feelings. My style of writing comes from understanding and shedding light on issues. I am not in it to push my agenda and get so and so. I am in it to understand. To build on the truth of the matter for a better tomorrow. What about suicide bombers? My latest story attempts to understand the person behind the violence. My place on earth does not involve name calling and judging. Brand of Justice was written about wrongful incarcerations. If you think that doesn't happen Google away. The story has the perfect murders in it. I know because I asked Mayo medical staff and a captain from the Chicago area if the story was plausible.

Abusive Amazon Reviews?

This is an example of a one star review left for Brand of Justice. . .

I did not, nor will I, read this book. This man says he attended the trial of Jerimie Hicks? Who he quotes on the back of the book? If he did then he saw video testimony of Jerimie admitting he bashed in a little girls head, and then put her in pajamas and left her upstairs in her bed to die while he tried to clean the evidence. To quote him and portray him as a victim completely sickens me... Mr. Rude the real victim was Kaelyn Serene Bray... She was three... And Jerimie showed his character when he hurt her, and left her injured for hours. How dare you profit from my sisters heartbreak.

Look, I appreciate the point of view of all folks. Some of you have suggested that posts like the one above is not proper. Some feel it merely bashes Brand of Justice. I can understand why you'd say this. If I were to have Amazon strike these posts as abusive, would I not be censoring thoughts about my work? Obviously this individual is pained by the death of a loved one. She expresses her thoughts and I respect her for it. I also respect the opinion of the individual who was convicted in the death of the little girl. His thoughts are on the back of the book and no, he is not a part of the story. 

Your Attention Please

As per Chucks comment and messages sent my way, I have posted an excerpt of the story I've recently finished. It is on my website. Just hit the link to the right of this page and read away. Please feel free to share any thoughts or concerns.

Now Hear This

Curt, many thanks for the excerpt. I loved it. You put effort into the story-line! You could have went the easy route but no, like a true novelist, you took the difficult path. Surprises were the result. New direction for your readers and they are going to appreciate it. Many Thanks - Chuck

Well many thanks to you, Chuck, for taking the time. I know you, as well as all authors are busy souls. I appreciate it. I'd like to also thank RLW Editorial Services for never giving up. Many hours of haggling, but a story was told. . . that had to be told.

Curt Rude Answers Comment from Yesterday

Judgment of others is a dangerous thing. There is a need for judgment or there would be lawlessness, on the other hand judgment of others because they are different is, well, just that... different. What every happened to respect? Respect of others, respect of oneself, respect of life... different times, scary times.

It is upon us to improve The Justice System to insure those who are judged are judged correctly. Nothing worse than a false arrest - coerced confession - wrongful incarceration.

Rings True

Oh how true, ya think?

Stories can conquer fear, you know. They can make the heart bigger. 

Ben Okri

Five Authors

So I get back to Minnesota and what do I do? Hang out with authors and discuss those ugly 'ly' adverbs and adjectives. On the right is none other than John Haymond who wrote a brilliant work titled 'The Infamous Dakota War Trials of 1862'. Next up is Jeff Ollman who just finished his latest effort, 'The Devils Kettle' along with Judy Bergram who wrote 'Longing to Belong'. Next up is Ricki Walters, who is working on 'Enchanted'.

Praise be for Restorative Justice

When did you start this place. It is right next to Skokie.

A fine gentleman who hails outta Chicagoland asked the question. Man what a place. It's about turning ones back on the Court of Public Opinion and giving folks a second chance. Restorative Justice. Want to know what the Court of Public Opinion is all about? Ask Casey Anthony. A wise man once said "Judge not . . . least thee be judged."

Funny, I also received a photo of 'Curt's Trail' in Arizona on the same day. Curt's must be running all around this great land.

Oh c'mon . . .

I wrote this back in 2014 . . .

March 11, 2014 –

Good for Joe Arpaio for wanting to kick some ass and send the bad guys away to nasty, taxpayer, saving jails. Joe was fighting drugs for 30 years in Turkey, Peru and Mexico but it would seem the fight was lost. I wonder how much that cost the taxpayers. Now we have youngsters who want to get messed up on Ecstasy and dance. Raves. Anyways, I get the feeling Joe would want to send them all to Tent City before he headed home to pound some brandy. I think there is a place for Arpaio, but we have to balance that with some realistic, insightful thinking. Portugal has decriminalized the use of Ecstasy and opened up centers that test the stuff for users. Ecstasy is harmless if it's what its billed to be. In America, we have tough sheriffs fighting the war on drugs and our fellow citizens continue to die. I am not a Molly user but I'm anti-bullshit. All this war on that and toss 'em in jail and throw the key away just gets kinda sickening to me. Lets get real. Lets cut the bullshit. The message here just seems to be too much bullshit. Enough said?

and now in 2017 . . .

Penzone, a veteran of the Phoenix police department who ran as a Democrat, maintains that his victory had less to do with politics — which he insists “has no place in law enforcement” — than it did with voters’ overwhelming fatigue with “America’s toughest sheriff.” Arpaio’s controversial crusade against illegal immigration left the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office in financial disarray, with a backlog of unsolved sex crimes.

I tried to tell Sheriff Joe and that's all we can do is . . . try.

Emerging Truths

The term “deep state,” which is relatively new to American politics, has been used to describe a permanent military, intelligence and law-enforcement bureaucracy manipulating government policies in secret.

Steve King mentioned this as being a problem for Trump so here goes. First we were warned about the 'Military Industrial Complex' by President Eisenhower. Then we get hit with a wave of technological driven accountability, where some of our police officers are being exposed for what they are. Now Snowden and whatnot's are exposing our Intelligence Community as being rather nafarious. You know, I get it, these entities desire more resources, more control and more power. Remember the allegations of Trump in Russia paying girls to urinate where Obama had slept? Then when push came to shove, 'bingo' no proof. Like ol' Ben Franklin said. . . 'Believe none of what you hear, and only half of what you see.'

A Tip for Writers

March 6, 2017 at 11:27 AM

What tip could you give someone who is just starting to write? Did you always want to write?

Great Question. I'd say you have to stay true to your characters. Now get writing. Hey that's two tips. I guess you could say I lived my first book. I was involved in at all levels of of law enforcement commencing in 1979 to 2008. It was then that I discovered all is not well where the human animal lives, plays and works. Just because ya put a uniform on an individual does not erase any character flaws and what not. So writing JusThis was cathartic to say the least.

Islamophobic Behavior

So a Gentleman in Oklahoma asked questions and is accused of this behavior. Man. I didn't even know this was a word.

Why Alaska?

Can you folks from Alaska let me know what's happening? Tons of hits from that great State but who are you?

Casey Anthony's Innocent - Right?

Lets see here, Casey is charged with murdering her daughter, Caylee. She is found innocent of the crime. So why the booing on the Courthouse steps? Why is she vilified to this day? I mean, do some of you really think the Courts get it wrong at times? How could that be with all the CSI stuff happening now-a-days? Man the Court of Public Opinion is a nasty thing to be sure. Oh and get this, the Judge from the case expressed an opinion that Casey could've accidentally killed the little one.

Next Book is Done!

This in response to a comment received yesterday. My next story is in the can so to speak. I am currently exploring options in terms of how to bring it to you, the readers. Nope, not about cops this time.

Read on Readers and Embrace The Truth.

Just incase ya were wondering what the worlds most inspiring place looks like - look no more! Many thanks for all the questions yesterday and for the interest in this blog from Alaskan readers. Read on Readers.

Terrorists?

February 15, 2017 at 5:30 PM

You the dog. What do you think needs to be done with the Terrorists?

Reply

We have got to truly understand them. I mean we have to understand what motivates individuals to resort to such self-destructive behavior. Period. Then we can address preventative measures.

Authors Corner

Got to hang with authors John Haymond and Jeffery Ollman. John wrote the Infamous Dakota War Trials of 1862 and Jeff wrote Trust Me Now. Beer, fries and then it was time to review some writing.