This is Why Lawyers Say the Courtroom is Too Real for Reality

courtrooms too real for realityPeople who work in the criminal field, whether as law enforcement or in the courtroom end of things, always say, “You couldn’t make a reality show about this stuff–it’s too real!”

The endless turning of human behavior is so unusual, it’s sometimes unbelievable. For people who work in the criminal field, we know it’s not a TV show, …

My New Book–The Amygdala Hijack

The Amygdala HijackI’m thrilled to announce the publication of my new suspense mystery book, The Amygdala Hijack!!  It’s a new series with a new hero named Ted Rohrbacher.  He’s a criminal defense lawyer who has retired from the courtroom and never wants to go back there.  When an old friend, Dan, contacts him and tells Ted he’s about to be …

New at The Author’s Studio!

the author's studioFor those of you who live in Minnesota, I’ve got a great suggestion for book lovers.  I host a program at the Edina Art Center called The Author’s Studio.  I interview local authors from a variety of genres.  Many readers are always looking for new, good authors to read—here’s the answer.  The program’s purpose is to introduce authors …

Why Should You Come to The Author’s Studio?

the author's studioAt the Edina Art Center in Minnesota, I host a program called “The Author’s Studio.”  We’re starting our fourth year.  I interview local authors from a variety of genres in front of a live audience while it’s filmed for TV and YouTube.  It’s been fun and I’ve worked hard to introduce good writing and fascinating authors to the …

Why I Love Book Clubs!!

As a writer, I go to many book events, bookstore signings, and bookbook clubs festivals.  They’re all fun.  I enjoy meeting readers and other writers.  But the best events are book clubs.  Here’s why:

1.  Food!!  Wine!    Most book clubs have great food and wine.  My friend, writer and humorist Lorna Landvik, says she judges all book clubs by …