With the advent of Hallowe’en the question of which of the Zack Tolliver, FBI, novels is the scariest has occupied my mind. All have suspenseful moments, as intended, but some, because of paranormal or supernatural elements involved in a greater portion of the plot take the suspense to a higher level. This question comes to … Continue reading In October, Readers Reach for MESTACLOCAN
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Interview: S. Y. Valley Star
R. Lawson Gamble interview by Pamela Dozois for a feature article appearing in the Santa Ynez Valley Star September 16, 2019 R. Lawson Gamble has just launched his latest novel, "Las Cruces," the seventh in his Zack Tolliver, FBI series. Q: "What is it about?" A: "It builds upon historic events in Las Cruces on … Continue reading Interview: S. Y. Valley Star
What It’s All About
(Excerpt from author's talk about his Zack Tolliver, FBI series at Talley Winery) My murder mystery series Zack Tolliver, FBI began with my novel THE OTHER, which at the time was intended to be just that, a novel. Because it was conceived in my mind as a single stand-alone project, I saw it as my … Continue reading What It’s All About
Trail Running Encounters
I love running on wilderness trails for the wildlife I chance to see. At a hiking pace, one is less likely to surprise an animal, especially not when in a group or talking or with a dog. If a wild animal sees you first, you probably won’t see it at all. Those who hike or … Continue reading Trail Running Encounters
A Visit to the Porter Ranch
(8 minutes/Scenic Travel) My friend and co-author Wanda Snow Porter invited me to tour her family ranch last week and my love for the valleys and mountain ranges of this Central Coast California region was revitalized (as if that needed doing). The Porter ranch is a working cattle ranch as well as a historic property, … Continue reading A Visit to the Porter Ranch
Open Letter to Friends and Fans
My novel CANAAN'S SECRET, book 6 in the Zack Tolliver, FBI crime mystery series is in contention for two awards this September. I have entered it in the annual READERS' FAVORITE BOOK AWARD contest. It received unsolicited high praise from an editor in the editing services arm of the organization. TopShelf Magazine staff nominated the … Continue reading Open Letter to Friends and Fans
Time To Load Up! Dollars & Sense
With the long Fourth of July weekend approaching, no one wants to be caught short of eBooks in their tablet library - at a good price, that is. Retailers raise prices during the holiday. Books are no exception. I will keep my series eBook prices at $4.99, except the novella (The Dark Road) which will … Continue reading Time To Load Up! Dollars & Sense
Cover Reveal
LAS CRUCES, Zack Tolliver, FBI book #7 is ready to appear on presale next week on Amazon.com. Those who purchase the book during the presale period will pay the introductory price of $2.99 and know it will be delivered to you the moment of release. LAS CRUCES is a riveting story springing from an actual … Continue reading Cover Reveal
Histyrical Fiction
I am sure anyone who has tried to sell their book on Amazon has struggled with the choice of category. Amazon offers the choice of two categories to position a book on their virtual shelves initially. Two are seldom enough. For the seven books in my Zack Tolliver, FBI fiction series, an accurate categorization would … Continue reading Histyrical Fiction
Bringing Down The Heifers
They were bringing the heifers down from the high ranges today. I knew it as soon as I began to run the backside of the Jeep road. Deep hoof mud cups covered the entire width leaving a million sharp sundried ridges like a honeycomb. No cattle anywhere. The weather has been skittish lately. Cold enough … Continue reading Bringing Down The Heifers
