I can't understand why the Dirty Harry approach to law enforcement isn't seen for what it is. Fiction. You have John Sandford writing up cop stories involving Lucas Davenport and Virgil Flowers. This is fiction. So why do we glorify violence and forget this is make believe? Consider this response left on this blog. Your writing sucks, man. Stop leaving cards in Sandford's books, all people are going to do is find them like I did and laugh at your page. Most thriller authors don't have police 'experiance' but at least they can write without typos. :/ I get it I think. This person loves reading about fantasy cops running around thumping bad guys. My writing involves real life police in real life issues. There are five cops in Memphis who were punching first before asking questions. Now they realize Lucas was a pretend cop.
Ethel Rohan, author of ‘Out of Dublin’ on Curt Rude's writing. "Overall, great writing style. Reminds me of Rushdie: internal, emotionally complicated, and dualistic. Delivered with a sensitivity and awareness that is underrated. In one word his work is Awesome!"
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Monday, January 23, 2023
Confusion at Book Signing
One things is for sure, this is a bigtime waste of taxpayers money. I was doing a book presentation and made it no secret that I was a cop in a prior life. I was asked about the latest mass shooting and started sharing my thoughts on the 12 being shot in Baton Rouge. Then it was like no-no that one in Monterey Park. 10 dead there. Then a lady near the front of the line waiting to have me sign a book said a couple were shot in Atlanta. A guy behind me said . . . "it real bad when a six year old shoots the teacher". Like I said, the only thing for sure, is that the car burning is a waste of taxpayer money.
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
Where Are They?
I asked a couple who had a 'We Support Ukraine' sign in their yard what it meant. I mean do you put a sign up and that's it. They admitted to that being the 'long and short of it.' To think . . . America is the land of the brave. I get to thinking I need a pass out of this mess.
Friday, December 30, 2022
Understanding The Past
I opened up to an individual and attended his trial in Montana. He was accused of murdering a little girl. Some did not agree with my approach. They thought he should be denounced and reviewed my story as such. Check Reviews of 'Brand of Justice' by (ClickingHere). Read the back cover. This is where Mister Hicks shared his thoughts. As a former cop, I believe we must do what we can to avoid these incidents . . . no matter how heinous. We must live and learn.
Thursday, December 29, 2022
Tuesday, December 27, 2022
Active Shooter
Had a long discussion with Danny, who survived Columbine. Sad story. He dropped a shoe and bent to pick it up and a bullet wheezed over his head. Saved by a shoe. Kids from that day will never forget it.
Friday, December 23, 2022
Say What?
Though I walk in the shadow of the Valley of Death I shall fear no evil. Trains on the other hand are a whole nother story.
Friday, December 16, 2022
Book Signing Canceled
Have to cancel the Read-n-Feed in Rice Lake tonight at six. Roads are a mess. Regrets. Have not discussed rescheduling with Maureen.
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Monday, December 12, 2022
Students
Had a book signing and Amanda was really struck by the issues my stories brought up. One story in particular hit her hard. She took it upon herself to design and slip these bookmarkers in books in the Student Union. I love the creativity and appreciate this effort on my behalf.
Sunday, December 11, 2022
James Dean and Sammy Hagar
Sammy couldn't go 55 and neither could Jim. Guess which one learned a fatal lesson here.
Friday, December 9, 2022
Book Club Appearance
I was asked what I do when I'm in the dumps. I responded I help someone. Anyone. And ya know what? presto . . . I'm better for it!
Those who Suffer
It is my sincere desire to remember those who have suffered. Aspects of the dark side are explored and exposed. Many thanks to all who have read this story. Lets never forget. Lets see it for what it is. Click & See For Yourself
Thursday, December 8, 2022
PTSD?
Defense attorneys said Ortiz was improperly induced to make the confession and that it should not be considered. Defense attorney Joel Perez argued that Ortiz, a Navy veteran who had been deployed to Iraq, was suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, had been suffering from insomnia, nightmares and headaches, and was medicated and had been drinking that night.
Monday, December 5, 2022
From Comments
I found one of your cards, and decided to give your writing a try. I kust finished The Gargoyle and really enjoyed it. I think I’ll try one of your longer books now.
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
Monday, November 28, 2022
Gotta Love Them
Great to watch younger folks call out their governments in China-Iran-Russia. Then ya have a gentleman like Navalny. Brave beyond words.
Tuesday, November 22, 2022
C' Mon Man
So I received the message below and was left wondering. I mean . . . which book set you off? Fair question. Right? Perhaps 'Never a Child' tripped your trigger (no pun intended). Fatima Hosseini clearly had strong feelings on the subject of religion. Let us never forget the honor of respecting others. Here is a link or hit the library for a copy.
Monday, November 21, 2022
hager ali commented on Bee Killer.
hager ali commented on "The Bee Killer".
Friday, November 18, 2022
And she finished up with this . . .
The worst advice my mother ever gave me was: Honesty is the best policy. It implied that other people are honest, which I've discovered, they're not.
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